Norco Sight VLT A1 720 Wh Review

  • 6799 €
  • Aluminium
  • Shimano EP8
  • 160 mm
  • 720 WH
  • 150 mm
  • 2024
  • 29"
It's beefy, it's long, it feels a bit raw. Actually, you'd almost need to throw a flannel shirt over the Sight VLT A1 to highlight its Canadian roots even more.
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In the automotive and motorcycle world, Japan has always had a reputation for being a breeding ground for excellent engines. Shimano is doing its utmost to live up to this reputation in the e-bike world with the EP8 engine. The Shimano motor takes away the fear of even the steepest ramps. The combination of a well-rounded riding feeling and a gentle power delivery characterises the Shimano EP8. Whoever enjoys longer tours will be pleased with the good range.

At a glance

The most importanten ratings of the Norco Sight VLT A1 720 Wh in comparison to the competitor bikes of following categorie: (7000) .

The highend Fox chassis absorbs big hits like Chuck Norris and provides a lot of traction and control. Especially for heavy riders, the Norco brakes could be a problem. With four pistons they only decelerate averagely. The components and the gears are less in the spotlight with an EMTB than with bikes without motor. Nevertheless, when we take a look we find out that here, good components are always used. If you like to turn up the gas on the singletrail, you will appreciate the smooth character. The low bottom bracket height is a party pooper for the handling on the trail. On other bikes, you are more centrally located behind the handlebar. Even when it gets really steep, the long chainstays will stick the front wheel to the ground.

Value for money

If you are keen on value for money, this is your chart. It shows you at a glance how much bike you get for 6799 €.

Conclusion


Expirience with the Norco Sight VLT A1 720 Wh

The Sight VLT A1 is a great climber. With a good motor, a good groupset and a good geometry, long tours in the on insanely technical trails are enjoyable. The guarantee promise of 5 years provides trust.
Ludwig Döhl - emtb-test.com
Norco Sight VLT A1 720 Wh Review
Ludwig Döhl
Bike enthusiast and founder of emtb-test.com

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technical Details

Je steiler der Winkel des Sitzrohrs ist, desto effizienter können Sie in die Pedale treten.

SIZE XXS XS S M L XL XXL
Sizing of Manufacturer
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S
M
L
XL
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Wheelsize
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29
29
29
29
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Stack
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616
625
634
643
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Reach
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425
455
485
515
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Top Tube Length
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567
596
624
652
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Seat Tube Length
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395
415
440
455
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Seat Tube Angle
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77
77,3
77,7
78
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Head Tube Length
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100
110
120
130
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Head Tube Angle
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64
64
64
64
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Bottom Bracket Drop
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25
25
25
25
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Bottom Bracket Height (absolut)
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350
350
350
350
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Chainstay Length
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462
462
462
462
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Wheelbase
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1224
1258
1292
1327
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Standover Height
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700
703
720
731
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  • Motor Shimano EP8
  • Display SC-EM800
  • Battery 720
  • Frame Aluminum, 150mm Travel, UDH, Hangerless Interface Compatible, Ride Aligned™
  • Frame Material Aluminium
  • Fork Fox Rhythm FLOAT 36, 160mm Travel, 44mm Offset, E-Rated
  • Spring Unit air
  • Remote-Lockout yes
  • Damper Fox FLOAT X2, Performance Elite Chassis, Custom Factory-Level Spec & Tune, 210x55mm
  • Gearrange 510%
  • Drivetrain 12
  • Gear Lever Shimano SLX SL-M7100
  • Rear Derailleur Shimano SLX RD-M7100
  • Crank Shimano FC-EM600, 34T, 165mm
  • Cassette Shimano SLX CS-M7100-12, 10-51T, 12 Speed
  • Chain Shimano SLX CN-M7100
  • Brake Set Shimano BR MT520, 4 Piston, Metallic Pads
  • Brake Rotors 203/203
  • Rims e*thirteen LG1 DH, 32H, 29"
  • Front Hub Shimano Deore HB-401, 15x110mm Boost, Center Lock
  • Rear Hub Shimano Deore FH-510, 12x148mm Boost, Micro Spline, Center Lock
  • Tires Front Maxxis Assegai 2.5" 3C MaxxGrip/D/TR/WT
  • Saddle Ergon SM-10 E-Mountain Sport
  • Seat Post TranzX YS105 Dropper, 34.9mm, 125mm (S), 150mm (M), 170mm (L), 200mm (XL)
  • Stem CNC Alloy, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp
  • Handle Bar Butted 6061 Alloy, 800mm, 25mm Rise
  • Handle Bar Width 800
  • Head Set FSA No.55R-1 Sealed Bearing
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About the author

Ludwig Döhl

Ludwig Döhl

... has spent more than 100,000 kilometers in the saddle of over 1000 different mountain bikes. The bottom line from many hours on the trail: mountain bikes are awesome if they match your personal preferences! With this insight, he founded bike-test.com to help bikers find their very own dream bike.