Norco Range VLT Gen 4 2026

bmwpowere36m3 said:
What issues are you hearing specifically? Like the paint is chipping too easily, paint finish, color, etc... as in implying the frame wasn't prepped correctly, paint not adhering well, paint itself not great quality..
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I’ve heard about layup and resin issues meaning the paint is more succeptable to
bmwpowere36m3 said:
What issues are you hearing specifically? Like the paint is chipping too easily, paint finish, color, etc... as in implying the frame wasn't prepped correctly, paint not adhering well, paint itself not great quality..
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I’ve heard about layup and resin issues meaning the paint is more susceptible to chipping. It is affecting C1 more than C2, so interested to hear feedback on this forum. Currently my C2 range is holding up well… but it’s getting light use the season changes from winter to spring.
 
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chasmoftheclam said:
Hi All. Starting a thread for the new 2026 Norco Range VLT.
I have this bike on order from my local dealer in size 4. I'm 6'3" and 200lb. I struggled deciding between the Size 4 and 5, but similar to Rob Rides post on the Norco Sight BVLT sizing, I prefer a shorter seat tube and will manage the shorter reach with a longer stem if needed.
I currently ride a 2026 Santa Cruz Bullit (GX AXS build) and while I love this bike, I have a few reasons for moving to the Norco after only one season on the Bullit:
- I ride in the Rocky Mountains in Canada with lots of elevation gain on all rides and the 600WH internal battery on the Bullit is limiting with my typical 1.5-2hr rides predominantly using EMTB+ and tour modes (both custom tuned and 100Nm software upgrade).
- I plan to use the bike year round. WInters are very cold and snowy. While I won't ride in -30 celcius, I will head out for a ride in -10/-15 celcius. The Norco can fit 27.5x3" 45Nrth Wrathchild studded tires for riding in winter.
- I have a Bosch range extender and am excited to have 1,050WH of battery (800+250 RE) for some bigger backcountry and alpine missions.
- I've ordered the lower spec Norco Range C2 build and will swap ALL my parts from the Bullit to the Range. This allows me to upgrade all the components and sell the Bullit with new everything (apart from rear shock whcih will remain).
- Photos for reference include: Norco Range from Norco website, my current winter ride - Norco Torrent, Alpine riding with my old RAAW Madonna.

I'm keen to hear from others who have seen, ridden or have the bike on order!
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Hey, when you've been frame sizes do you generally prefer to downsize? I'm 6'2" 210lbs and also on the fence between going sz4 or sz5. I'm currently on a XL Transition Relay pnw. Sadly no sz5 Sight/Range near me to demo.
 
Clone121 said:
Hey, when you've been frame sizes do you generally prefer to downsize? I'm 6'2" 210lbs and also on the fence between going sz4 or sz5. I'm currently on a XL Transition Relay pnw. Sadly no sz5 Sight/Range near me to demo.
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i am 6'2", 182lbs , 34.5 inseam and ride the s4. Feels fine to me
 
i'm a lanky 6 5 and am thrilled with the fit of the size 5. more room to move around and makes for a more comfortable bike, better for climbing and general trail riding, as well as charging at speed and cornering. this Norco is like a size up from my previous eeb, a size xl Giant Reign and i much prefer this bigger bike. for me, the size 5 is goldilocks, porridge just right.
 
an update after 600kms on my Range. after the first couple months, i realized the TRP slate brakes were 'fine' but not enough for me and how i ride. i switched them for a set of the new Hope GR4's, on the same rotors (TRP 220f 200r). these were a big improvement. eventually i switched the purple pads for Hope greens, which are their strongest biting for the most power. summer speeds and more riding means i wanted to go whole hog, as much braking force possible. i got a set of the TRP race rotors, 220f and rear and that's about as much power as one can get. i can pivot the rear around with a quick skid slide in an instant and it's ideal. i guess i fall into the camp that there's no such thing as too much power when it comes to brakes. i've stretched the first chain and changed that at 400kms.
i found it to be not as plush and controlled in the rear as i expected and started to add compression and HBO as sag was generally in the ballpark. this was a mistake. always recheck spring rate first! my high pressure pump was far too vague on the gauge and i got a digital one and discovered i was nearly 30 pounds of air pressure under the ride aligned recommendation. once i changed that the bike became much better on big compressions and impacts, much more comfortable. it's an all around incredible bike.

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TheKaiser said:
Is that an update that automatically came through from Bosch for the NZ region, or did you use a 3rd party to derestrict it?
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My local bike shop had to do a configuration change request through their Bosch software and wait for the approval from the New Zealand distributor. It is all officially supported by Bosch. For context, New Zealand does not have speed restrictions on e-bikes above simply having to obey the posted speed limit on the road you are on.
 
BrentD said:
My local bike shop had to do a configuration change request through their Bosch software and wait for the approval from the New Zealand distributor. It is all officially supported by Bosch. For context, New Zealand does not have speed restrictions on e-bikes above simply having to obey the posted speed limit on the road you are on.
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I knew that NZ did not have speed restrictions, but that is interesting that the bike didn't automatically come with that configuration, and you had to do a few extra steps to get it switched. What was the stock configuration that they supplied you with? Did it seem like it was a US/CA 20mph limit, or an UK/EU 15mph limit, or something else entirely?
 
TheKaiser said:
I knew that NZ did not have speed restrictions, but that is interesting that the bike didn't automatically come with that configuration, and you had to do a few extra steps to get it switched. What was the stock configuration that they supplied you with? Did it seem like it was a US/CA 20mph limit, or an UK/EU 15mph limit, or something else entirely?
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Previous configuration was limited to 32 km/h (20 mph).
 
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