The Fluid has built its reputation as one of the best value trail bikes on the market, and the new generation is lighter and more capable again. A full 6066 aluminium frame saves weight over the previous model without giving away strength, and with 140mm up front and 130mm out back it's the kind of bike that makes progression feel easy - from after-work laps to all-day missions.
The Fluid A3 is the entry into full suspension done right: RockShox Recon RL fork, DVO Opal shock, Shimano CUES 10-speed with a wide 11-48T range and Tektro 4-piston brakes. It's a genuine trail bike with the same frame and geometry as the rest of the range, so it's well worth upgrading as you go. Come and see it at Jetty Road Cycles in Rosebud - the team will help you nail the sizing and setup before you roll out the door.
Key Features
- 140mm fork / 130mm rear travel with Norco's VPS suspension
- Lighter 6066 aluminium frame, UDH compatible
- RockShox Recon RL fork and DVO Opal shock
- Shimano CUES 10-speed drivetrain (11-48T)
- Tektro 4-piston hydraulic brakes
- TranzX dropper post sized per frame
- Run full 29" or mixed wheels - converts via the link arm flip chip
- Modern geometry with fit-first sizing across five frame sizes
- Service-friendly design that keeps maintenance and upgrades simple
- Ride Aligned™ - suspension setup made easy
- Norco No Other Way Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
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Frame: Aluminum Frame, 130mm Travel, UDH| R-Wheel Size Adj | Ride Aligned™
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Fork: RockShox Recon RL 140mm, 44mm Offset
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Rear Shock: DVO Opal, 210x50mm, Std eyelet
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Rear Shifter: Shimano CUES SL-U6000-10R, 10sp
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Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U6000, 10sp, GS
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Crankset: Shimano CUES FC-U6000-1, 30T, CL55, 165mm(S1,S2) - 170mm(S3,S4,S5)
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Bottom Bracket: Shimano, BSA 73mm
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Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG300 10sp 11-48T
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Chain: Shimano LG-500, 10sp
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Front Brake: Tektro HD-M535, 4 Piston, Resin Pads
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Front Brake Rotor: Tektro TR203, 203mm, 2.3mm Thickness, 6-bolt
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Rear Brake: Tektro HD-M535, 4 Piston, Resin Pads
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Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro TR203, 180mm, 2.3mm Thickness, 6-bolt
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Brake Levers: Tektro HD-M535
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Handlebar: Norco 6061 DB Alloy, 800mm, 25mm Rise(S1,S2) - 35mm Rise(S3,S4,S5)
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Stem: Norco 6061, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp
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Seatpost: TranzX YSI34QL, 31.6mm, 125 (S1) -150mm (S2) -170mm (S3) -200mm (S4,S5)
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Headset: Tapered 1-1/8"- 1.5",(ZS44/28.6 | ZS56/40)
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Saddle: WTB Solano Med, 142x240 mm, Steel Rails
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Grips: WTB Wavelength, 140mm Length
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Seatpost Clamp: Norco Alloy Nutted Clamp, 34.9mm ID
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Front Hub: Formula DC-511, 15x110mm Boost, 32h, 6-bolt
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Rear Hub: Formula DC-3248,12x148mm Boost, HG, 32h, 6-bolt
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Rims: WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0,30 mm, 32H, 29"
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Front Tyre: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Trail casing, Ultra Soft, Radial, 29x2.5"
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Rear Tyre: Schwalbe Romy, Trail casing, Soft, Radial, 29x2.4"
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Weight: 16.9 kg (37.2 lbs)
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Weight (Size): S3
