Norco Optic A2

Evolved suspension layout for improved performance in rough terrain.

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 VPS_HP 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.

The Norco Optic, evolved for 2024.

The new Optic with 140mm/125mm of travel takes what we learned from our long travel bikes and continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible on a short travel trail bike.

Increased rearward axle path improves suspension performance in technical terrain. 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 growth and pedal-kick back.

Available with a 27.5" rear wheel (MX), as well as 29" in some markets. Swapping the link arm and lower shock mount with our 'Missing Link Kit' converts between 27.5” and 29” to let you pick the wheelsize that suits you best, while maintaining geometry and kinematics to ensure consistent fit and bike setup.

Designed with Norco’s VPS_HP (Virtual Pivot Suspension | High Pivot) suspension layout, the Optic’s increased rearward axle path improves suspension performance in rough terrain. 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 chain stay manages growth and pedal-kick back.

Frameset

• FRAME: Optic Aluminum, VPSHP, 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
• CASSETTE: SRAM Eagle XG1275 10-52T
• CHAIN: SRAM SX Eagle
• CHAIN GUIDE: Norco Idler Guide and Lower Guide

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