Norco Sight VLT Review | The Norco Sight VLT 29er Is An Electrified Behemoth

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  • Norco has introduced a new 29er version of the Sight VLT, but while it may look similar, this is a completely different e-MTB on the trail. We've been testing the 2020 Norco Sight VLT C1 29 for the past couple of months - read on for the full review to see what this electric mountain bike really is really capable of; flowmountainbik...
    Wondering how the Norco stacks up against the Merida eOne-Sixty we've also been testing? Check out the comparative feature here: flowmountainbi...
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    2020 Norco Sight VLT 29er Review
    0:00 - Intro
    0:26 - The Sight VLT Review
    0:54 - Wheelsize & Travel
    1:37 - Geometry
    2:33 - Build Kit
    2:44 - Frame Features & Piggyback Battery
    3:26 - The Lineup
    3:55 - Sizing
    4:37 - Suspension Setup
    5:32 - Weight
    5:41 - Strengths
    8:34 - Shimano STEPS E8000
    9:45 - Weaknesses
    11:07 - The Verdict
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  • @michaelsangster5673
    @michaelsangster5673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Iv'e got the C2 version, amazing bike & review is on point.
    Small items like the cable routing & magnet on the spokes are quickly forgotten when you point this bike downhill!
    I set the steps system up so Eco is high assist, Trail / Boost I set to low assist, this configuration I did a 50km ride with 1500 vert metres no sweat.
    The C2 model comes with basic forks, I knew the Zeb fork wasn't far away so, one is on order.

  • @oskarstaudte
    @oskarstaudte 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This has to be the channel that does the best reviews.

  • @mitchthorpe1995
    @mitchthorpe1995 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn man this review is next level detail, great work! Got me subbing, keen to see more of your stuff, great for newbies like me :)

  • @RUSSM8
    @RUSSM8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Review!
    I love how you can directly compare to established players in the market, so I know exactly how it performs

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what we're here to do, so it's great to hear you found the review useful M8! [Wil]

  • @typhoid77
    @typhoid77 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the style Will!!!

  • @geoffnicholls8539
    @geoffnicholls8539 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s a super-informative review! Great job!

  • @kentmoore2132
    @kentmoore2132 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These E bike prices are nuts!

  • @jett185
    @jett185 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will there still be a norco VLT vs Merida e-160 vid coming?

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good news - there's a full comparative feature between the Sight VLT vs eOne-Sixty that has just gone live on the website: flowmountainbike.com/tests/2020-merida-eone-sixty-vs-2020-norco-sight-vlt-29er/
      There won't be a video to go with it unfortunately - we're a small team of two here at Flow, so our resources are a bit limited when it comes to running a website, managing all our social media channels, and producing videos. You'll see we have a tonne more reviews, articles and stories over on the main website, and while we'd love to do a video to go along with each one, it just wouldn't be possible. Hopefully that makes the videos we can do a little more special, and you can see the effort we go to in producing them. We really put in a lot of time to properly test and critique the bikes we have on review, so I hope that comes across in the videos and in the full written reviews.
      Apologies for the long response, but hopefully that provides some context. [Wil]

    • @jett185
      @jett185 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flow Mountain Bike awesome thanks, great review and love the comparative feature. Keep up the good work👍

    • @xpose321
      @xpose321 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FlowMountainBikeTH-cam your previous reviews helped me decide on the Sight VLT C2 27.5. Got great info from you guys when these bikes were very new and details were scarce. Love your work and ...love your job! If you need any help I'd be keen to apply!

  • @camwells9726
    @camwells9726 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I find the super deluxe feels nicer with a few tokens in, nowhere near as linear,have one on my nuke proof mega

  • @okamisan3642
    @okamisan3642 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My buddy won't even let us stop our weekly ride to rest if an ebike is nearby. Absolutely hates the idea. I'd probably buy one if money wasn't currently the issue. And we're in our late 40's

  • @knott4me561
    @knott4me561 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great in-depth video will

  • @Esteb858
    @Esteb858 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 165cm tall, would you recommend the size small or medium? I seem to be right between both sizes.

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’d recommend the Small for sure. I’m 175cm tall and riding a Medium, and it’s still a big bike. If I were any shorter I’d be looking at the Small, so at your height of 165cm that would be the way to go. [Wil]

    • @Esteb858
      @Esteb858 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flow Mountain Bike thank you so much for getting back to me! Wil, you are the man!!! Also, thank you for the great content, the production quality is top notch!

  • @esdubya
    @esdubya 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work Will! But are you faster DH on this bike or the non motorised version of the 2020 Sight 29er? id bet your quicker on the non motorised bike!

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers mate, and great question! It kinda depends on the type of trail, but on faster and rougher descents I'm faster on the VLT for sure - it's about 8kg heavier than the Sight A1 I tested earlier this year, and it also has heavier wheels and sticky DoubleDown tyres, so it absolutely ploughs! For a light rider like me, it inspires more confidence too, since it's so calm and stable at speed. But if the trail is tight and twisty, and it requires more pedalling over the 25 km/h motor cutoff, then the non-motorised version becomes the more nimble and quicker of the two. [Wil]

  • @msawers278
    @msawers278 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    sight vlt or range vlt ??what would you pick Will ?

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've not ridden the Range VLT, but personally I honestly don't think I'd need anymore than this Sight VLT - it's a pretty big bike already, and it's hella capable. If I were choosing between the two, I'd definitely go Sight VLT. [Wil]

  • @lsugars
    @lsugars 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid guys

  • @andrewevans9514
    @andrewevans9514 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what tubeless valves? or caps are on the bike?

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh the yellow valve caps? Those are Peaty's Dee-Dars (or 'Push-Ons'), which are silicone valve caps that look like little penises. I don't think they've available anymore, which is a shame. [Wil]

  • @onelifeonejourney2928
    @onelifeonejourney2928 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @Froff
    @Froff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review! Anyone know where these trails are? Cheers!

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers mate! The GoPro footage for this one was shot at Mt Tarrengower near Maldon in Victoria, which I shot while I was conducting the range test. [Wil]

    • @Froff
      @Froff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flow Mountain Bike. Thanks for the reply, I thought it looked familiar. 👍

  • @gavinheron3339
    @gavinheron3339 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your hair

  • @Wonka_Tonka
    @Wonka_Tonka 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 of these vs a brand new car?

    • @FlowMountainBikeYouTube
      @FlowMountainBikeYouTube  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh that's an easy one - definitely get two of these - then you can give one to your mate and go riding yieeewwww! Cars are boring anyway, though that might explain why my own car is 1/3rd of the price of this bike :-) [Wil]

    • @Wonka_Tonka
      @Wonka_Tonka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlowMountainBikeTH-cam Please suggest a good and cheap divorce attorney :)

    • @JohnSmith-sj2dk
      @JohnSmith-sj2dk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Wonka_Tonka Sry, they are not available, too busy riding EBikes....

  • @seleldjdfmn221
    @seleldjdfmn221 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This Is so Good. You will make a difference!! enjoy your day O_O

  • @davidhargrave778
    @davidhargrave778 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    moist

  • @normcook9335
    @normcook9335 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Too heavy. Orbea Rise is coming in around 35lbs

  • @abelramos8652
    @abelramos8652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never trust a review from a guy with moustache