Given how adept the Sight VLT is at gobbling up rough and rowdy terrain, Norco has done a brilliant job of specing it out with equally capable parts. The wheels have remained impressively true despite hundreds of kms of abuse (1180 total but I did some wheel testing for part of that time). The angle was too great and the length of the opening meant there was another abrupt corner to manoeuvre. Has Norco hit its competitors for six in this very hot e-MTB segment? Ha! And don't even get me started on the incompatibility with the three 1.8" steerer lower bearings/ crown race parts (One from ACROS and two from FSA) that are available but within a framework of a total lack of publicly available information and clear part number labelling. The fork in particular has really come alive since making these changes. Yes folks, there is literally no mountain in this country that the Sight VLT couldnt climb up. It's easily disconnected and removing the bolt is straightforward, but it gets a little tricky after that. The Specialized Levo Pro we reviewed comes in at almost double the price of the Norco Sight C2 VLT. dampers. JavaScript is disabled. A Shimano STEPS EP8 motor drives all three. I get it, ABS is probably great for commuting. - Kosciusko-beating range from the 900Wh battery With this third generation Sight VLT, Norco has successfully elevated the capability of its popular all mountain e-MTB once again. The plug also acts as a barrier from the elements, keeping debris from getting into the cavity and the head of the battery fixing bolt ensuring cleaner battery removal and installation. It likely wouldn't have lasted more than a shift or two but Deniz had the idea to tightly wrap the affected area with a zip tie and then cover that repair with tape. Ugly AF - yep. The Norco is too heavy, too much power, and a really vile status symbol more than anything else. You are using an out of date browser. I kept having to pull my arm out and re-evaluate things to determine why I was unable to thread this needle. the 630watt battery is superior to my friends 500watt kenevo. It flutters over chunder comfortably, and there is excellent composure under heavy braking. Reach measurements are identical, with our size Large test bike clocking in at a vast 485mm (455mm on a Medium). 2 rides in my stable are Norcolooks nice. I've been on a vlt 1 for almost a year now. However, a smaller battery would still only see the complete bike weight drop to 24.63kg (720Wh) or 23.94kg (540Wh). Features, Watching some of the local experts at this, namely Wade Simmons and Olympian Andreas Hestler, is inspiring. Damn That fork really pops. Tasty - according to website not available in UK? Prices kick off at $8,599 AUD for the Norco Sight A2 VLT, and top out at $12,599 AUD for the Norco Sight C1 VLT. Norco went a unique route here and is selling batteries separately. THE-GUNT wrote: Post pics and conversation tips on your 2022 Norco VLT eMTB'S. Down here in aus, expected delivery is Now July 2022 for the sight VLT C1 . :). Here's a couple questions for you. Other things I've learned- based on my 2019 27.5" Norco Sight VLT (E8000 motor & 630 battery) - I replaced the stock shimano display with a Garmin 530 that shows battery % instead of bars. Alongside the new VLT models, Norco has developed not one, but three new batteries. It's comforting to know that as I get older I'll be able to keep having epic adventures and huge climbs with my buddies while enjoying the descents as much as ever. So from that perspective, I ride more and my enjoyment is increased as well, and probably more so than if I wasn't dealing with this. Each model features the Shimano EP8 motor and can be purchased with any of the three battery options. Merida fully committed to the mullet setup when the latest eOne-Sixty platform launched in 2019, and its totally paid off. Of course we cant talk about the state of the e-MTB market without mentioning the Specialized Levo. Even though this handles surpringly well for its heft, it's really turned me off to this type of ebike", "coming from someone whom typically does emtb rides on a Levo". Visually, the Norco looks like a bloated athlete whom is taking too many performance enhancing drugs without any self awareness. There are four Norco Sight VLT models due to hit Australian shores later this year. Doing it upright works but there isn't enough room for the battery to slide all the way out without lifting the rear wheel. Recently I've also been riding the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay C70 and there are some interesting points of comparison. (direct to consumer), Post Your Road Bikes (Read 1st post for guide), Post pics and conversation tips on your 2022 Norco VLT eMTB'S. Each frame size gets a 40mm stem and 800mm wide riser bars, which we promptly cut down to our preferred width of 780mm. I wondered what was up several times. Cornering is another big strength and the bike loves to be tipped over hard, even on uneven surfaces. To suit Dans riding weight of 80kg, we ended up running 5psi more in the Lyrik (90psi with 2 Tokens) and 10psi more in the Super Deluxe shock (210psi with 3 Tokens). When I saddle up an eMTB, particularly a burly one like this, there is an adjustment I have to make to prevent mayhem. The final price must be calculated with between 1150 and 1700 CAD for a battery. JavaScript is disabled. ELECTRIC SPEC Robust components for performance and durability. The Sight VLT has been a popular bike here in Australia, and to ensure that remains the case, Norco has come out firing with this 3rd generation model. Put it onto the rough terrain its designed for, at the speeds it wants to travel, and its possible to acclimatise to the Sight VLTs overall heft and length within a couple of rides. It holds its line assuredly through off-camber corners, and even when plummeting down the most brutal rock-filled gullies, we never felt like we were being pushed off-course. It combines 150mm of rear wheel travel with a 160mm fork. Further inspection confirmed it met my criteria. In berms in particular, this thing is a tracking monster, and again the excellent grip comes into play. Thanks to that whopping 900Wh battery, the Norco Sight VLT has been able to achieve more range than any other e-MTB weve tested. has anyone swapped out brake hoses or shifter cables on there VLT? This new iteration is not an inherently poppy or playful bike, and the long chainstays mean that shorter riders are likely to find the overall length a handful, especially since its so heavy. Norco Sight VLT Details Three battery options including 900Wh Wheel size: 29" only Travel: 160mm front, 150mm rear 64-degree head angle 78-degree effective seat angle 462mm. If the mid spec is ~22, I'd like to know what this one actually weighs. I have a good sense of how to reel it in on my mountain bikes, but the extra mass of bikes like the Sight VLT changes that equation. 0 bids. that sounds like a good spring weight to go with. With the previous Norco Sight VLT already being on the progressive side in terms of its geometry, the new model doesnt stray too far from the same recipe. Its an easy bike to feel comfortable with across a broad range of trail types, and that makes it more appealing to a wider range of riders. I straightened my arms and pushed the bike forward, certain I was about to land in a heap, but the fork saved me and I rode it out and even hit the next step-down without catching my breath. The indicator is a nice touch so you can charge the battery off the bike and clearly see when you are charged up. Bold inputs are rewarded, particularly in the slower speed situations common on the North Shore. Gear. To help us quantify the limit of its capabilities, we subjected the Sight VLT to our shuttle range test. Or choose the 720Wh battery if you want something in between. Riding Type. The Sight C1 has increased in price by 1000 CAD to 12,450 CAD since it was released, as prices for raw materials and components have also gone up. Three proprietary battery options available (sold separately), Select your ideal capacity from 540Wh ($749), 720Wh ($999), 900Wh ($1199), Proprietary batteries featuring 21700 lithium ion cells, Batteries remove and install in seconds with a single onboard tool, Removable batteries for off-bike charging, bringing a spare, or selecting the Offering more than 66% range than the 540W battery ensures that you'll never experience range anxiety. It shouldn't have to be done too often but it does indeed seem to be challenging. As expected, the Norco Sight VLT is equipped with the latest Shimano EP8 motor. So people avoid having You must log in or register to reply here. Norco made a bold move by making the batteries modular and giving these bikes three capacity options; 540, 720, and 900 watt hours. Replacing the battery can be even trickier. nice suspension set up upgrade. Solving a challenging up for the first time is almost as gratifying as completing a previously unconquered drop or rock face. I managed to sort the cable routing finally. Where is the speed sensor located? Personally Id be inclined to select the 900W fuel tank. Norco Sight VLT C1 29 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7499 USD. I began to imagine walking into emergency with my entire arm stuck inside a bicycle. The sizing the correct outer length exercise to fit the dropper took over two hours rather than the 10-15 minutes it should take (measure three times/ cut once). I had pre-bent the housing to make the two turns and I put a curve in the hose as well. Just reach all the way in there, up to the head tube, and guide the housing from one side of the battery compartment to the other and then through the exit tunnel. Batteries are encased within the downtube for protection and can be easily removed for charging on and off the bike or for easy swaps. I have been eyeing the options on the ebike market more or less seriously for the last six months as the industry has begun to offer some appealing options after what seemed to be a Paleolithic Period of ebike development. The Sight VLT is designed with Norco's exclusive Ride Aligned Design System to create rider-first geometry and precision suspension kinematics. Class 1 motors kick in only when you pedal and will stop helping at 20 mph. Indeed for shorter-legged riders who are on the border between two sizes, the adjustable dropper post is a nifty feature. It's all fine if this discussion is had during the bike sale, but how many sales humans are going to say "the bike is great but the cable routing is a fucking disaster that'll cost you a load of grief and / or money."? 5 minutes to do a 5 minute service vs frustrating hours - hell yes! Pig ugliest AM/Enduro/XC/DH bikes out there if yours is a pig post it! Cheers! $150 firm $150 Negotiable Any chance you could share your settings on the shock? Norco's VLT GEN 3 720W battery is the goldilocks battery choice for Norco VLT riders who want the best of worlds. I'm not sure why the cable for the power button can't go to the right side but I'm sure there is some engineering rationale. Right now well be diving into our experience of testing the second model from the top the Norco Sight C2 VLT. The Sight VLT is also the better technical climber, with a better seated position and a more grounded performance on uber-steep inclines. The Dyname motor on the Rocky is more powerful and provides a more progressive power curve. Equipped with the 900Wh battery, the Sight VLT has outperformed every other e-MTB weve tested in terms of its range potential. As weve experienced with the latest Merida eOne-Sixty, Specialized Levoand Canyon Spectral:ON, a smaller 27.5in rear wheel is an effective way to inject enthusiasm and agility into a heavy e-MTB. With my left arm rammed up the Sight's rectum, I was completely blind and it was difficult to reach the surgical hose from the outside by the head tube of the upside down bike with my free right hand, and similarly challenging to reach over my left shoulder to feed the housing through. Swapped those SRAM brakes for XT 4 pot and am very happy with them. While we would have preferred to see a Star Ratchet freehub at this price point, the DT Swiss 370 hubs havent skipped a beat. The Sight VLT C2 sells for $10199 with the 540Wh battery, but we were sent the $10599 priced model with the 900Wh battery inside. The bottom of the line sight vlt could be a great build project to get the lightest weight, with the esteps 7000 and lighter battery, This bike is so hot its already got 3 threads on it. Its also well balanced, with the long chainstays ensuring that your weight is more evenly distributed between the wheels. The Code brakes, with 220/200mm rotors slow things down effortlessly, the drivetrain, aside from a housing issue (see below), has been entirely up to the arduous task of dealing with all the riding I've done. Trail I've been stoked on lately - Boogieman, Preferred Reach - 485-500mm (longer with 27.5 wheels than 29), Tags: Battery life is amazing. Norco has alloy Sight VLT models starting at $8,599 AUD, so it is hands-down a far more accessible e-MTB. Rode the Cube and Merida but neither could compare to the VLT. Just because there's a single (or more) bicycle component on some unregulated motorcycles doesn't erase the fact that the pedal power aspect can be easily removed to facilitate it being operated as a motorcycle. relates to the overly stiff Deity Skywire 35mm carbon bar. Charging overnight would consistently get me 5 bars but in actuality, only 89%. Launching it might be the best solution but I haven't seen anyone do it. Just in case, I attempted to attach the new housing to the old so that removing the damaged housing would guide the replacement into place. in the beginning when switching on the battery the battery level indicator on the control screen would not show battery level. Norco Sight VLT Details Three battery options including 900Wh Wheel size: 29" only Travel: 160mm front, 150mm rear 64-degree head angle 78-degree effective seat angle 462mm chainstay Weight: 25.6 kg Sizes: S, M, L, XL This sort of mayhem is no match for the Sight. It simply allows riders to choose the best battery for their needs. Norco offers a 540Wh battery ($749), a 720Wh battery ($999) and an industry-leading 900Wh battery ($1,199). Equipped with a SRAM X01 Eagle drivetrain of 12 gears (1x12). Compared to its predecessors, the new Sight VLT is a more capable bike on really rough and rowdy high-speed descents. The range afforded by the massive 900wh allows you to climb in boost mode for the duration of a big ride, but those who need less power can choose lighter and less expensive versions, while those who would like to double up can swap out batteries based on the day's adventure. The four-bar suspension design flips the shock up to sit underneath the top tube, an angled piggyback reservoir maintaining bottle clearance. Yeah, I've been saying that same thing for a long time now - but you know that. Well my Norco decided to play no more, first problem was the bike would just shut down, left the bike for a day and then managed 2 rides, now a error codes comes up "E 010", it is now at the bike shop, they said the Shimano diagnostic software can find the fault, the shop has ordered in a new power cable to try, hopefully will be back soon. Simply input your height, weight, skill level and riding position, and out spits the recommended air pressures and damper settings. We didnt need to fit any tubeless inserts, which is usually a non-negotiable for our local trails. 720wh - 3880g/8.5lbs - 1400 CAD. As I tried to guide the housing into the frame at the head tube it became clear this wasn't going to be simple. Been waiting for this release. That's good to hear Cam - that the ebike is helping to keep your riding alive with the people you like to be out with. Turning the bike upside down and wearing a headlamp, I could see there was a short gap between the entry/exit port and the internal tubing where the housing needed to cross from one side of the massive down tube to the other in a short distance. Versatile and easy to ride, the Charger VLT features a durable 9-speed e-optimized Shimano Alivio drivetrain, Kektro HD-M285 disc brakes, and more. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I could imagine getting the Norco myabe just under 20kg without being crazy, wheels, tyres, cassette, cranks, seatpost sundry other items. Much of your bodyweight is naturally placed onto the front wheel, helping to drive it into the trail surface for consistent grip, even on sketchy flat turns. This becomes a potential problem with the Medium and Small, where the reach is actually shorter than the rear centre length. 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