NORCO FULL SUSPENSION BIKE - TECHNICAL MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 INTRO 4 MAINTENANCE 5 SETTING UP YOUR NORCO FULL SUSPENSION BIKE 6 TEAM DH 7 A-LINE/A-LINE PE 8 ATOMIK 9 SHORE 1, 2, 3 10 SIX SE, 1, 2, 3 11 FOUR X 12 FLUID SE, 1 13 FLUID 2, 3, 4 14 FAZE 1, 2, 3 15 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Photo: www.carroux.com Rider: Gareth Dyer 2
INTRODUCTION WHAT’S NEW FOR 2007 Fluid SE/1.0 design, increased performance and efficiency are the results. Building on our solid foundation of functional hardcore bikes we’ve Coupled with high-performance components, the Faze models are the further improved all our full suspension models in key areas that riders lightest XC FS bikes ever offered by Norco. will appreciate. Frame geometry and rear suspension parameters have been finely tuned to suit the intended application, whether it’s full-on DH, Dirt/Street (Four X) freeride, or all-mountain and XC riding styles. Rest assured, our bikes will Continuing for 2007 is the Four X. With its race-inspired graphics and continue to demonstrate their legendary toughness and durability under solid performance, this model can do it all. With its efficient pedaling and real-world conditions. versatile geometry, Norco’s team riders use the Four X for racing, dirt jumping, and Slopestyle events. DH/Extreme Freeride Models (Team DH, A-Line Park Edition, A-Line, Atomik) SUSPENSION These models have undergone further weight reductions from last year To take full advantage of your Norco full suspension bike, care must for improved performance without affecting durability. The Team DH be taken to ensure correct rear shock set-up, e.g. sag, rebound and frame has a completely new race-focused frame design: lighter weight, compression adjustments. Proper seat height when climbing and increased stiffness, and improved geometry ensure success for DH racers descending also determines how well your bike performs. of all skill levels. The new-for-2007 A-Line Park Edition, with its anodized frame finish and upgraded component specs, joins the A-Line and Atomik MAINTENANCE models to continue the tradition of exceptional performance, bulletproof We can’t be with you on every ride, so we’ve put together some important reliability, and great value. maintenance tips to help you keep your bike safe and ride-ready. We also want you to enjoy your Norco bike for years to come; with simple Shore Freeride (Shore 1/2/3) maintenance and rider responsibility you can have your favourite ride for The 2007 Shore models continue to represent new-school freeride proudly. many years. The Shore 1 and 2 models feature revised geometry for better handling, a new head tube design for increased front end stiffness, and revised suspension linkage for better big-hit performance. The Shore 3 model DESIGN continues to offer outstanding performance, durability, and value in a All Norco full suspension frames are analyzed and designed to provide the progressive package. All Shore models benefit from a new XS frame size. best ride for their intended purpose. Few parts are shared between the different models; although they look similar, they have been specifically All Mountain Freeride (Six SE/1/2/3) engineered for their intended purpose to give the correct amount of The 2007 Six models continue to evolve into the ultimate “versatile” all- suspension travel and “feel”. mountain platform that isn’t afraid to hang it out. New-for-2007 Fox DHX air shocks on the Six 1 and 2 rival coil spring performance while reducing Of course, the common thread in all these models is a four-bar linkage weight. Further weight reductions in component specs make the 2007 Six design utilizing the patented FSR technology, or “Horst Link”. By using a models the lightest ever. lower dropout pivot location, the design achieves a more vertical wheel path and suspension performance remains active and consistent under All Mountain Cross-Country (Fluid SE/1.0/2.0/3.0/4.0) all conditions, whether accelerating or braking. Conventional wisdom The all-new 2007 Fluid SE and 1.0 models feature a further-improved still maintains this technology is the standard to which all other designs 4-bar linkage suspension system, along with reduced frame weight, are measured. When performance, weight, rigidity, and reliability are increased travel, and even greater pedaling efficiency. All Fluid models considered, our designs have few equals. feature a new shaped top tube that reduces standover height to increase fit options for riders of all sizes. IN CLOSING Norco Performance Bikes and its staff have taken great pride in delivering Cross-Country (Faze 1.0/2.0/3.0) home-grown bikes since 1964. While a lot has changed since then, our The new 2007 Faze platform features a 4-bar link suspension design commitment to excellence and our passion for cycling hasn’t. Please ride that delivers 96mm (3.8”) or 116mm (4.6”) of efficient wheel travel for responsibly and stay within your limits no matter how tempting a line or racing or really fast trail riding. Using the same design philosophy as the trail may be. Always make it your goal to ride another day. WWW.NORCO.COM 3
MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is crucial for safety and the longevity EVERY MONTH of your bicycle. Your bike’s performance will be maximized 1. Check for bearing wear. While the bike is in contact with the by performing proper pre-ride checks, monthly inspections, ground, hold the rear wheel with one hand and seat post and yearly overhauls. As fork maintenance is quite complex, with the other. Try to pull the wheel back and forth as well please refer to the fork manual included with your bike. Refer as up and down. If you notice any looseness (play), bring to the following information regarding periodic maintenance your bike to an authorized Norco dealer. checks. This schedule is based on average use by an average 2. Check brake pad wear. For disc brakes, replace pads if pads recreational rider not riding in a bike park setting. are approximately .5mm thick or less or are contaminated with oil. For V-brakes, replace the pads if they are worn past BEFORE EACH RIDE the wear line. 1. Ensure all shock and linkage bolts, crank bolts and stem 3. Check hydraulic brake lines for kinks and/or small bolts are sufficiently tight. perforations. Check cables for corrosion. Replace leaking 2. Check if wheels are aligned straight in their dropouts. hydraulic lines. Replace frayed or corroded cables for Make sure the rear axle is fully in the dropouts. Check the improved performance. quick release and/or axle bolt for proper tightness. Refer to the Norco manual for correct installation procedure. ONCE A YEAR Refer to your fork manual for correct front axle installation 1. Have a complete overhaul performed on your full suspension procedure. bike by your authorized Norco dealer, consisting of hub, 3. For disc brakes, make sure brake pads move freely when bottom bracket, pivot assembly and brake overhauls. brake lever is squeezed. If problems arise get your bike 2. Check drive-chain for wear. Replace if assessed worn out. inspected by a qualified Norco dealer. For V-brakes, spin the wheel to ensure that pads do not contact the rim when the Note: If you are a user of mountain bike parks, like Whistler’s, it is prudent to go through steps 1-5 of the pre-ride check part way through your day at the park as this kind of terrain and brake lever is not squeezed. In both cases, unwanted pad riding is extremely demanding. Post-ride maintenance must also be performed on a more rub leads to premature wear and uneven braking. Always frequent basis. make sure your brakes will stop your bike. 4. Clean drivetrain, and lightly lube chain. Excess lube attracts grit and dirt. 5. Check to see if the headset is loose by applying the front brake and rocking the bike back and forth. If you hear or SHOCK ASSEMBLY feel clunking (play) from the head tube area, your headset SEATSTAY PIVOT could be loose. Tighten the headset or visit a qualified Norco MAIN FRAME PIVOT dealer for inspection. 6. For bikes that are equipped with dual crown forks, check to see if bumpers stop stanchions from hitting the frame. BB PIVOT CHAINSTAY PIVOT 4
SETTING UP YOUR NORCO FULL SUSPENSION BIKE Our bikes come pre-set for the average rider for the frame size in question. Proper set-up of saddle height, saddle angle, and rear shock settings is necessary for your safety as well as the bike’s performance. Have your authorized Norco dealer adjust your bike properly to get the SEAT TUBE best fit possible. Refer to the information below for the best set-up of your Norco bike. 1” PAST SEAT TUBE REAR SHOCK To get the best performance from your rear suspension, the rear shock must be adjusted according to your weight, riding style and terrain. We recommend a rear shock set-up of 20-25% sag of total travel for cross-country/all-mountain SWING LINK applications and 25-35% for freeride/downhill applications. See the charts for specific lengths. For more information SEAT STAY refer to the shock manual supplied with your bike or visit the manufacturer’s web site. SEAT HEIGHT Norco VPS bikes use an interrupted seat tube design. Seat posts must not extend past the bottom of seat tube for extra-small and CHAIN STAY small frames and no more than 1” past the seat tube for medium, large, and extra-large frames. We suggest cutting your seat post to the length that meets your desired style of riding; also you can use a telescopic seatpost to get additional saddle height if your bike was not equipped REAR SHOCKS with one originally. Please test your set-up before riding to ensure there will be no MODEL REAR SHOCK EYE-EYE LENGTH WITH SAG interference between the seat post and TEAM DH MARZOCCHI ROCO WORLD CUP: 9.5" X 3.0" 8.75" (222MM) - 25% SAG 8.6" (218MM) - 30% SAG 8.5" (216MM) - 35% SAG the frame during full compression. A-LINE PARK EDITION MARZOCCHI ROCO TST R: 9.5" X 3.0" 8.75" (222MM) - 25% SAG 8.6" (218MM) - 30% SAG 8.5" (216MM) - 35% SAG A-LINE FOX DHX-3: 9.5" X 3.0" 8.75" (222MM) - 25% SAG 8.6" (218MM) - 30% SAG V8.5" (216MM) - 35% SAG ATOMIK FOX DHX-3: 8.75" X 2.75" 8.06" (205MM) - 25% SAG 7.9" (201MM) - 30% SAG 7.88" (200MM) - 35% SAG SHORE 1 MARZOCCHI ROCO TST R / FOX DHX-5: 8.5" X 2.5" 7.88" (200MM) - 25% SAG 7.75" (197MM) - 30% SAG 7.63" (194MM) - 35% SAG SHORE 2 FOX DHX-3: 8.5" X 2.5" 7.88" (200MM) - 25% SAG 7.75" (197MM) - 30% SAG 7.63" (194MM) - 35% SAG TORQUE SHORE 3 FOX VAN R: 8.5" X 2.5" 7.88" (200MM) - 25% SAG 7.75" (197MM) - 30% SAG 7.63" (194MM) - 35% SAG SIX SE FOX DHX AIR 5.0: 7.875" X 2.25" 7.43" (189MM) - 20% SAG 7.31" (186MM) - 25% SAG 7.2" (183MM) - 30% SAG LOCATION BOLT SIZE TORQUE SIX 1 FOX DHX AIR 4.0: 7.875" X 2.25" 7.43" (189MM) - 20% SAG 7.31" (186MM) - 25% SAG 7.2" (183MM) - 30% SAG SEATSTAY PIVOT 5MM (M6) 120 IN-LB / 15 N-M SIX 2 FOX DHX AIR 3.0: 7.875" X 2.25" 7.43" (189MM) - 20% SAG 7.31" (186MM) - 25% SAG 7.2" (183MM) - 30% SAG MAINFRAME PIVOT 5MM (M6) 120 IN-LB / 15 N-M SIX 3 FOX VAN R: 7.875" X 2.25" 7.43" (189MM) - 20% SAG 7.31" (186MM) - 25% SAG 7.2" (183MM) - 30% SAG CHAINSTAY PIVOT 5MM (M6) 120 IN-LB / 15 N-M FLUID SE, 1 FOX FLOAT RP23: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG SHOCK ASSEMBLY 5MM (M6) 120 IN-LB / 15 N-M FLUID 2, 3 FOX FLOAT R: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG FLUID 4 FOX FLOAT: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG BB PIVOT 6MM (M8) 150 IN-LB / 17 N-M FAZE 1, 2 FOX FLOAT RP23: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG Note: For 4mm bolts (on Cross Country bikes) use FAZE 3 FOX FLOAT R: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG 80 inch pounds (in-lb) 9 N.m 4XXXX FOX FLOAT R: 7.875" X 2.0" 7.48" (190MM) - 20% SAG 7.38" (187MM) - 25% SAG 7.28" (185MM) - 30% SAG WWW.NORCO.COM 5
TEAM DH TEAM DH: SPECS A S M SEAT TUBE 445 MM/17.5” 445 MM/17.5” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 572 598 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 125 125 FORK LENGTH 581 581 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 70.0 70.0 FRONT CENTER 704 727 B WHEELBASE 1144 1167 REAR CENTER 442 442 TEAM DH: VARIABLE POSITIONS A B HEAD ANGLE 63.7 63.6 C REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 198 219 C BB HEIGHT 363 363 HEAD ANGLE 64.5 64.5 D REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 202 225 BB HEIGHT 374 374 mm / inch Theoretical Top Tube D FEATURES Head Tube Length • New lighter frame design • Forged head tube, dropouts, seatstay and chainstay yokes • Welded one-piece linkage with large-diameter pivot axles & lightweight hardware • Dual position ISCG for ISCG '05 + ISCG (old) chain guides Seat • Flip-flop design front shock mount to adjust Fork BB height and HT angle Tube Length NOTES • Certain saddles may hit when saddle is too Head low. Check saddle position before riding! Seat Angle Angle • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Medium is very similar. • Max tire size: 26 x 2.7 Rear Centre Front Centre • Please refer to tech manuals on individual BB Height components. Wheelbase • Tighten rear axle into dropout first, followed by dropout clinch bolt. 6
A-LINE/A-LINE PE A LINE: SPECS A S M SEAT TUBE 445 MM/17.5” 445 MM/17.5” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 572 598 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 125 125 FORK LENGTH 579 579 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 70.0 69.5 FRONT CENTER 705 725 WHEELBASE 1147 1167 B REAR CENTER 445 445 A LINE: VARIABLE POSITIONS A B HEAD ANGLE 64.3 64.3 C REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 198 218 C BB HEIGHT 376 376 HEAD ANGLE 66.1 66.1 D REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 207 229 BB HEIGHT 397 397 mm / inch Theoretical Top Tube D FEATURES Head Tube • Hydroformed top tube Length • Forged dropouts with thread-in rear axle • Forged chainstay & seatstay yokes • Sealed bearings in all pivots • Dual position ISCG for ISCG '05 + ISCG (old) chain guides Fork Seat Length NOTES Tube • Certain saddles may hit when saddle is too low. Check saddle position before riding! • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Medium is very similar. Seat Head • Max tire size: 26 x 2.7 Angle Angle • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. • Tighten rear axle into dropout first, followed by Front Centre dropout clinch bolt. Rear Centre BB Height Wheelbase WWW.NORCO.COM 7
ATOMIK ATOMIK: SPECS A S M SEAT TUBE 445MM/17.5” 483MM/19.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 569 595 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 125 130 FORK LENGTH 555 555 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 72.9 72.7 B FRONT CENTER 713 739 WHEELBASE 1151 1176 REAR CENTER 440 440 ATOMIK: VARIABLE POSITIONS A B HEAD ANGLE 66.0 66.0 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 180 205 BB HEIGHT 378 378 mm / inch Theoretical Top Tube Head Tube Length FEATURES • Hydroform top tube • Forged chainstay and seatstay yokes • Sealed bearings in all pivots • Dual position ISCG for ISCG '05 + ISCG (old) chain guides Seat Tube Fork NOTES Length • Certain saddles may contact rear tire under full compression when saddle is too low. Check saddle position before riding! Seat Head • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken Angle Angle from Small frame. Medium is very similar. • Max tire size: 26 x 2.7 • Please refer to tech manuals on individual Front Centre Rear Centre components. BB Height Wheelbase 8
SHORE 1, 2, 3 SHORE 1 & 2: SPECS XS S M L XL 394MM 394MM 430MM 470MM 508MM SEAT TUBE /15.5” /15.5” /17.0” /18.5” /20.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 555 568 590 610 620 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 120 120 125 135 140 FORK LENGTH 555 555 555 555 555 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 71.8 71.8 72.0 71.8 71.8 FRONT CENTER 685 697 722 740 751 WHEELBASE 1123 1136 1160 1178 1189 REAR CENTER 440 440 440 440 440 SHORE 3: SPECS XS S M L XL 394MM 394MM 430MM 470MM 533MM SEAT TUBE /15.5” /15.5” /17.0” /18.5” /21.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 555 568 595 610 620 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 120 120 125 140 152 FORK LENGTH 555 555 555 555 555 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 73.2 73.2 73.2 73.1 72.1 Theoretical Top Tube FRONT CENTER 700 713 741 756 756 WHEELBASE 1138 1151 1179 1195 1195 Head Tube Length REAR CENTER 440 440 440 440 440 SHORE 1, 2, 3: VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE 66.0 66.0 Seat REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 170 190 Tube Fork BB HEIGHT 373 373 Length mm / inch FEATURES • Hydroformed down tube for optimized strength, B Seat Head weight, and fork crown clearance Angle Angle • Hydroformed upper seat tube supports • Forged head tube, chainstay & seatstay yokes • Sealed bearings in all pivots Front Centre • Dual position ISCG for ISCG '05 + ISCG (old) Rear Centre chain guides BB Height Wheelbase NOTES • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Other sizes are very similar. • Max tire size 26 x 2.5. WWW.NORCO.COM • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. 9
SIX SE, 1, 2, 3 SIX: SPECS XS S M L XL 394MM 394MM 430MM 470MM 508MM SEAT TUBE /15.5” /15.5” /17.0” /18.5” /20.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 554 574 595 611 621 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 120 120 125 135 145 FORK LENGTH 535 535 535 535 535 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 72.0 72.0 71.8 71.8 71.8 FRONT CENTER 660 679 699 715 726 WHEELBASE 1089 1108 1128 1144 1155 REAR CENTER 430 430 430 430 430 SIX:VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE 67.5 67.5 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 146 165 BB HEIGHT 357 357 mm / inch Theoretical Top Tube B Head Tube Length FEATURES • Hydroformed down tube for optimized strength, weight, and fork crown clearance • Forged seatstay yoke • Compatible with air- and coil-spring shocks Seat • Sealed bearings in all pivots Tube Fork Length NOTES • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Other sizes are very similar. Seat Head • Max tire size 26 x 2.5. Angle Angle • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. Front Centre Rear Centre BB Height Wheelbase 10
FOUR X FOUR X: SPECS S M SEAT TUBE 394MM/15.5” 394MM/15.5” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 573 585 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 110 110 FORK LENGTH 500 500 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 73.5 73.5 FRONT CENTER 666 677 WHEELBASE 1098 1109 REAR CENTER 432 432 FOUR X: VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE 69.0 69.0 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 90 101 BB HEIGHT 330 330 mm / inch B Theoretical Top Tube Head Tube Length Seat Tube FEATURES • Hydroformed down tube for optimized strength, weight, and fork crown clearance • Curved top tube for decreased standover height Fork • Forged seatstay yoke Length • Sealed bearings in all pivots • Dual position ISCG for ISCG '05 + ISCG (old) chain guides Seat Head Angle Angle NOTES • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Other sizes are very similar. Front • Max tire size 26 x 2.35. Rear Centre BB Height Centre • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. Wheelbase WWW.NORCO.COM 11
FLUID SE, 1 FLUID: SPECS XS S M L XL 406MM 406MM 432MM 470MM 508MM SEAT TUBE /16.0” /16.0” /17.0” /18.5” /20.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 549 570 590 610 630 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 100 100 115 130 145 FORK LENGTH 519 519 519 519 519 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 FRONT CENTER 651 665 686 707 729 WHEELBASE 1085 1100 1121 1142 1163 REAR CENTER 435 435 435 435 435 FLUID:VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE (XS) 68.5 68.5 HEAD ANGLE (S/M/L/XL) 69.0 69.0 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 116 143 BB HEIGHT 350 350 mm / inch B Theoretical Top Tube FEATURES Head Tube • New lighter frame design with increased Length travel and pedaling efficiency Seat • Hydroformed down tube for optimized Tube strength, weight, and fork crown clearance • Curved top tube for lower standover height • Sealed bearings in all pivots Fork Length NOTES • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Other sizes are very similar. • Max tire size 26 x 2.35. Seat Head Angle Angle • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. Rear Centre Front Centre BB Height Wheelbase 12
FLUID 2, 3, 4 FLUID: SPECS XS S M L XL 406MM 406MM 432MM 470MM 508MM SEAT TUBE /16.0” /16.0” /17.0” /18.5” /20.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 549 570 590 610 630 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 105 105 115 130 145 FORK LENGTH 518 518 518 518 518 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 FRONT CENTER 648 663 684 705 726 WHEELBASE 1083 1098 1119 1140 1161 REAR CENTER 435 435 435 435 435 FLUID:VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE (XS) 68.5 68.5 HEAD ANGLE (S/M/L/XL) 69.0 69.0 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 107 136 BB HEIGHT 350 350 mm / inch B Theoretical Top Tube Head Tube Length FEATURES Seat • Hydroformed down tube for optimized Tube strength, weight, and fork crown clearance • Curved top tube for decreased standover height • Revised frame sizing for more clearance between SS yoke and seat tube Fork • Sealed bearings in all pivots Length NOTES • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small Seat Head frame. Other sizes are very similar. Angle Angle • Max tire size 26 x 2.35. • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. Rear Centre Front Centre BB Height Wheelbase WWW.NORCO.COM 13
FAZE 1, 2, 3 FAZE: SPECS XS S M L XL SEAT TUBE 381MM/15.0” 394MM/15.5” 432MM/17.0” 470MM/18.5” 508MM/20.0” THEORETICAL TOP TUBE 545 565 585 605 630 HEAD TUBE LENGTH 100 100 115 130 145 FORK LENGTH 482 482 482 482 482 SEAT TUBE ANGLE 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.0 73.0 FRONT CENTER 624 644 664 679 705 WHEELBASE 1050 1070 1090 1105 1131 REAR CENTER 426 426 426 426 426 FAZE: VARIABLE POSITIONS A A B HEAD ANGLE 70.5 70.5 REAR WHEEL TRAVEL 97 116 BB HEIGHT 335 335 mm / inch B Theoretical Top Tube Head Tube Length Seat FEATURES Tube • Double-butted M6 aluminum alloy frame • Redesigned 4-bar linkage rear suspension for increased pedaling efficiency and maximum performance • Sealed bearings in all pivots Fork NOTES Length • Travel/BB Height/Head Angle numbers taken from Small frame. Other sizes are very similar. Seat Head • Max tire size 26 x 2.30. Angle Angle • Please refer to tech manuals on individual components. Rear Centre Front Centre BB Height Wheelbase 14
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WARRANTY GUIDELINES HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Although Norco full suspension bikes are designed to outlast and Making a Warranty Claim: outperform anything else out there, they are not indestructible. 1) You can contact ANY authorized Norco dealer for warranty Warranty does not mean to suggest your bike cannot be service. Check the dealer listing on our website or call our broken or will last forever. Hard to believe, but we’ve had Customer Service department at (604) 552-2930. people request warranty service after having hit a tree and 2) You will need your original receipt as a proof of purchase buckling the fork. In this case, warranty service was declined. to show your authorized Norco dealer when you bring your You don’t buy a new truck and recklessly drive it into a brick bike in for warranty inspection. wall - then try to claim it was defective because it didn’t hold 3) Your local authorized dealer will provide the quickest up. It’s just common sense. We pride ourselves on being fair answers and solutions for your warranty questions, even if and expect the same in return from you, our customer. To it’s not the dealer you originally bought your bike from. avoid any misunderstandings, listed below are some common 4) If the authorized dealer deems it necessary to return the issues warranty does not cover. bike to Norco, the bike is to be stripped completely and only the frame is to be sent back. Warranty does not cover failure or damage to any component 5) Norco reserves the right to repair or replace warranty claims. due to the following: 1) Accident, crash, or evidence of impact. PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE 2) Abusive riding, misuse or any other abnormal, excessive, While your bike is covered against defects in materials and or improper conditions. (Norco defines misuse or abusive workmanship for a given period of time, it is our experience riding as any activity engaged in upon a product that is not that most defects show themselves in the first few weeks of originally intended nor engineered for that specific activity.) riding. Due to the nature of the sport, mountain biking often 3) Failure as result of wear, stress, or fatigue. Fatigue damage induces accelerated wear on the frame and components when is a symptom of the frame being worn out through use. It is used in extreme off-road conditions. All things mechanical have one kind of wear and tear. a limited useful life due to wear, stress, and fatigue; there is 4) Failure as result of poor maintenance or neglect. no guarantee the product will last the term of the warranty. 5) Improper assembly, adjustment, or repair by any other than Just like your favourite pair of jeans, every Norco bike and an authorized Norco dealer. frameset has a useful life cycle. This lifespan shouldn’t be 6) Modifying and/or installing components other than those confused with the warranty period. Warranty means the period originally installed by Norco or deemed inconsistent with the of time that Norco will repair or replace the product if deemed use originally intended for the bicycle as sold. See below. necessary. A manufacturer’s lifetime warranty does not mean 7) Commercial or rental use. the product will last forever. It is referring to the length of the 8) Competitive racing or stunt riding. useful life cycle of that product, which varies depending on 9) Bent or broken components and/or frames (including the kind of bike, riding conditions and TLC the bike receives. ovalized head tubes) result from overloading or excessive The useful product life cycle of a Norco bicycle or frameset is force applied to the part. Failure analysis substantiates this considerably decreased by atypical riding applications like all damage to be consistent with impact-related events such as the disciplines in competitive racing, jumping, trick and trials accidents, misuse, or abusive riding - which are not covered riding, and constant use in severe weather and/or climates. by warranty. Use of a Norco bicycle in any one or combination of these WWW.NORCO.COM 15
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION situations may cause an unanticipated or premature failure increasing the rear travel of your Norco full suspension frame of the bike or frameset, and may therefore not be covered by beyond what it has been designed and tested for. However, if this warranty. It is the owner’s responsibility to have the bike you are one of those who are still determined to do so, there checked periodically by an authorized Norco dealer for signs are some important safety considerations and compatibility of possible failure, i.e. dents, cracks, deformations, corrosion, guidelines you should understand and follow. Please contact premature paint peeling and any other abnormalities caused your local Norco dealer for further details. by inappropriate use or misuse. Following these safety checks may help avoid preventable accidents, bodily injury to the rider, or a shortened life cycle of a Norco bike or frameset. CHANGING COMPONENTS MAY AFFECT YOUR WARRANTY If you should decide to change components or add accessories, you do so at your own risk. Norco may not have tested that component for compatibility, durability or safety on your bike. We recommend checking with your Norco dealer before changing any components on your bike. Any modification of your frame, fork, or components means your bike no longer meets Norco’s original design specifications and therefore will void your bike’s warranty. MAXIMUM TIRE SIZES Actual tire width can vary greatly between brands (i.e. 26 x 2.5 Nokian versus a 26 x 2.5 Kenda) and is further influenced by rim width. In some cases, you may find that the clearance between the tire and the frame is diminished. Important: wear or damage to the inner chainstay from tire rub (‘tire-buzz’) will void your frame warranty. Remember… if it rubs, don’t run it! TRAVEL INCREASE Each Norco full suspension frame is designed to provide a specific amount of rear wheel travel, depending on its intended use. Things like shock length and stroke, head tube angle, BB height, and fork length are always taken into consideration when building a frame. Altering your bike’s original geometry may yield very different or even dangerous ride characteristics. Furthermore, modifying the frame geometry can place additional stress on components causing potential fatigue or premature wear. For these reasons, we do not recommend Photo: Marc Landry Rider: Justin Brown 16
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