2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 Is the Best MTB and Value Bike of 2022
Published April 26, 2023 | Updated December 14, 2024
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The 2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 is the ultimate shredding machine, ready to handle mountains and trails all over the world at an amazing price. That’s why it’s been named the 2022 MTB of the Year by Vital MTB. And the 2022 Value Bike of the Year by Pinkbike. What makes this such an incredible riding companion, you ask?
For starters, it’s only $3,999! The heart of the bike is a 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain, complete with a chain, cassette, and shifter. You get a 140mm fork with a FOX Factory 34 Grip 2 fork, and 130mm rear travel with a FOX Float X Performance Elite Shock. TRP Trail EVO four-piston brakes deliver phenomenal stopping power in all situations.
The Fluid also comes with a 203mm front rotor when most bikes in its category have a 180mm version. This feature unlocks incredible capabilities for long, steep descents. Each frame size comes with a different dropper – 150mm for small, 170mm for medium and large, and 200mm for extra-large and extra-extra large.
The Ride Aligned system provides size-specific chainstay lengths and seat tube angles for every size. Finally, 29″ front and rear tires provide ultimate speed, precision, and ground clearance. Check out the fun green-grey color, along with the geometry and performance specs.
2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 Geometry
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Front Travel | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| Rear Travel | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 |
| Reach | 420 | 450 | 480 | 510 | 540 |
| Stack | 617 | 626 | 635 | 644 | 653 |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Seat Tube Length | 360 | 390 | 410 | 460 | 510 |
| Effective Seat Tube Angle | 76 | 76.3 | 76.7 | 77 | 77.3 |
| Rear Centre Length | 425 | 430 | 435 | 440 | 445 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 | 348 | 348 | 348 | 348 |
| Horizontal Top Tube | 574 | 602 | 630 | 659 | 687 |
| Wheelbase | 1166 | 1205 | 1245 | 1284 | 1323 |
| Standover | 678 | 690 | 699 | 736 | 767 |
| Head Tube Length | 110 | 120 | 130 | 140 | 150 |
| Trail | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 |
| Recommended Seatpost Drop | 150 | 170 | 200 | 200 | 200 |
| Maximum Post Insertion | 250 | 270 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Stem Length | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Crank Length | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
| Tire Size | 2.4"-2.6" | 2.4"-2.6" | 2.4"-2.6" | 2.4"-2.6" | 2.4"-2.6" |
| Water Bottle Compatible | 1x750mL | 1x750mL | 1x750mL | 1x750mL | 1x750mL and 1x620mL |
2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 Specs
| A1 | |
|---|---|
| FRAME | 6061 Alloy, 130mm Travel |
| FORK | Fox FLOAT Factory 34 GRIP2, 140mm Travel, 44mm Offset |
| REAR SHOCK | Fox FLOAT X Performance Elite, 2-pos, Custom Tune, 210x450mm |
| REAR SHIFTER | Shimano XT SL-M8100-IR I-Spec EV |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano XT RD-M8100 |
| CRANKSET | Praxis G2 Cadet M24, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M - XXL) |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | Praxis M24 Cartridge Bearing, BSA Threaded |
| CASSETTE | Shimano XT, 10-51, 12 Speed |
| CHAIN | Shimano XT |
| FRONT BRAKE | TRP Trail EVO, 4 Piston, Organic Pads |
| FRONT BRAKE ROTOR | TRP TR203-29, 203mm |
| REAR BRAKE | TRP Trail EVO, 4 Piston, Organic Pads |
| REAR BRAKE ROTOR | TRP TR180-29, 180mm |
| BRAKE LEVERS | TRP Trail EVO |
| HANDLEBAR | TranzX 6061 Butted Alloy, 780mm, 20mm Rise |
| STEM | 6061 Alloy, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp |
| SEATPOST | SDG Tellis Dropper, 34.9mm, 150mm (s), 170mm (M, L), 200mm (XL, XXL) |
| DROPPER LEVEL | - |
| HEADSET | Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
| HEADSET SPACER | 2x10mm & 1x5mm- Black |
| SADDLE | Fizik Alpaca Terra with Wingflex |
| GRIPS | VP Lock-On |
| PEDALS | VP Nylon Flat |
| SEATPOST CLAMP | Norco Alloy Nutted Clamp |
| FRONT HUB | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt |
| REAR HUB | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 12x148mm Boost, Micro Spline, 6 Bolt |
| RIMS | Stan's Flow S1 29" 32H |
| FRONT TIRE | Vittoria Mazza 2.4" Trail G2.0, Folding |
| REAR TIRE | Vittoria Martello 2.35" Trail G2.0, Folding |
| SPOKES/NIPPLES | Stainless, Black |
| PRICE | $3,999 |
Buy the 2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 in Scottsdale, AZ
You can get your very own award-winning 2023 Norco Fluid FS A1 at our shop. Then you’ll miss out on adventures out on the trails in Arizona and all over the country! If you’re new to the Norco brand, we’ll tell you everything there is to love about its bikes. We can also help you choose the perfect build kit and frame size for your preferred riding style. Our prices are low to help you save hundreds or thousands of dollars. You can put that towards a second bike, riding gear, and replacement parts. What are you waiting for? Come see us at Airpark Bike Co in Scottsdale, AZ today!