Norco Optic A2

Whether you’re ripping fast flowy singletrack, putting the power down on punchy climbs, or tearing the tires off in the corners, the Optic continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible on a short travel trail bike.

 

Designed around Norco’s VPSHP suspension layout that increases rearward axle path to improve suspension performance in technical terrain, while retaining the dynamic experience riders expect from a short travel trail bike.

 

With 140mm/125mm of travel, the 2024 Optic condenses years of technology from long travel bikes into a lightweight package that’s as ready to tear up climbs as it is tackling challenging descents. The VPSHP suspension layout provides increased rearward axle path and an idler to manage pedal feedback, keeping Optic’s playful roots, while punching above its weight when the trails get rough.

 

Through extensive testing using an i-track configured idler location, anti-squat has been tuned for efficiency and responsive feel under power. The idler mounted to the chainstay manages chain growth and pedal-kickback.

 

Swapping the linkarm and lower shock mount with our “Missing Link Kit” converts between 29” and 27.5” to let you pick the wheelsize that suits you best, while maintaining geometry and kinematics to ensure consistent fit and bike setup.

 

Specs

Frameset

FRAME

Optic Aluminum, VPS HP, 125mm Travel, UDH Compatible

FORK

Fox FLOAT 34 Rhythm, GRIP, 140mm, Sweep Adjust, 44mm Offset

REAR SHOCK

Fox FLOAT X Performance, 2 pos, 185x50mm Trunnion

Drivetrain

REAR SHIFTER

SRAM GX Eagle

REAR DERAILLEUR

SRAM GX Eagle Lunar

CRANKSET

Truvativ X1 Eagle, 30T, 170mm

BOTTOM BRACKET

SRAM DUB BSA Threaded

CHAIN TENSIONER

Norco Idler Guide and Lower Guide

CASSETTE

SRAM Eagle XG1275 10-52T

CHAIN

SRAM SX Eagle

Brakes

FRONT BRAKE

SRAM Level Stealth Bronze or TRP Slate EVO, 4-Piston

FRONT BRAKE ROTOR

SRAM Centerline 200mm or TRP 2.3mm, 203mm

REAR BRAKE

SRAM Level Stealth Bronze or TRP Slate EVO, 4-Piston

REAR BRAKE ROTOR

SRAM Centerline 180mm or TRP 2.3mm, 180mm

BRAKE LEVERS

SRAM Level Stealth or TRP Slate

Components

HANDLEBAR

6061 Alloy, 800mm, 25mm Rise

STEM

Alloy, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp

SEATPOST

TranzX YS105 Dropper, 34.9mm, 150mm (1), 170mm (2), 200mm (3, 4), 230mm (5)

HEADSET

FSA #57 E Sealed Bearing

SADDLE

SDG Bel Air V3

GRIPS

Ergon GD1 Lock On

SEATPOST CLAMP

Norco Alloy Nutted Clamp

Wheels

FRONT HUB

Race Face Trace, 15x110mm Boost, 6-Bolt

REAR HUB

Race Face Trace, 12x148mm Boost, XD, 6-Bolt

RIMS

Stan's Flow D, Black 32H

FRONT TIRE

Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5" 3C, MaxxTerra / EXO / TR, Folding

REAR TIRE

Maxxis Dissector 2.4" 3C, MaxxTerra / EXO / TR, Folding

SPOKES/NIPPLES

Black Stainless

VALVES

Stan's Universal 35mm Presta Stem

SEALANT

Stan's Sealant - 200ml

RIM TAPE

Stans Rim Tape 55m x 30mm

Weight

WEIGHT

17.2 kg (37.9 lbs)

WEIGHT SIZE

S3