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Norco Sight VLT 29 2020 released – new 29er eMTB from the Canadian brand

Norco have updated their original full-suspension ebike! The Norco Sight VLT was first introduced back in 2018 and was the brand’s first eMTB. For 2020, the electrified all-rounder returns in the form of the Norco Sight VLT 29, rolling on 29” and boasting 160/150 mm travel.

Norco Sight VLT 29 | 160/150 mm | 29″ | € 7799/£ 6995

Norco are claiming the Sight VLT 29 to be an all-rounder eMTB, which is as happy smashing technical singletrack as it is floating over gaps and tearing up flow trails. The new Sight VLT is powered by the Shimano STEPS ecosystem – the high-end Sight VLT C1, C2 (carbon) and A1 (alloy) models get specced with an E8000 motor and 630 Wh Intube battery. The more affordable C3 and A2 models use Shimano’s E7000 motor and a 500 Wh internal battery. All models are compatible with a range extender which lets you attach an additional 360Wh external battery for longer rides.

Norco Sight VLT 29 Models

Like the previous iteration, the new Sight VLT has 160 mm of travel up front and 150 mm at the rear, with RockShox taking care of the suspension on all models. The new Sight VLT 29 is the brand’s first full-suspension eMTB that is offered in both carbon and aluminium models. Norco claim to have engineered the alloy bike to feel exactly like its carbon counterpart, bringing the same ride experience at a lower cost. The 2020 Sight VLT 29 also features Norco’s Ride Aligned technology and is claimed to have the same handling as its non-electric brother, as well as being compatible with Norco’s in-app suspension setup assistant.

Norco Sight VLT 29 C1

Norco Sight VLT 29 C1 | 160/150 mm | 29″ | € 7799/£ 6995

Motor/Battery: Shimano E8000/630 Wh
Fork: RockShox Lyrik Ultimate 160 mm
Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 150 mm
Drivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle 1×12
Brakes: SRAM CODE RSC 200 mm
Wheels: DT Swiss H1700
Tires: MAXXIS Minion DHF/DHR II MaxxGrip DoubleDown 29″ x 2.5/2.4″
Price: € 7799/£ 6995


Norco Sight VLT 29 C2

Norco Sight VLT 29 C2| 160/150 mm | 29″ | € 6999/£ 5995

Motor/Battery: Shimano E8000/630 Wh
Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select 160 mm
Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 150 mm
Drivetrain: Shimano XT 1×12
Brakes: SRAM CODE RSC 200 mm
Wheels: DT Swiss H1700
Tires: MAXXIS Minion DHF/DHR II MaxxGrip DoubleDown 29″ x 2.5/2.4″
Price: € 6999/£ 5995


Norco Sight VLT 29 C3

Norco Sight VLT 29 C3 | 160/150 mm | 29″ | € 5299/£ 5295

Motor/Battery: Shimano E7000/500 Wh
Fork: RockShox Yari RC 160 mm
Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 150 mm
Drivetrain: SRAM SX Eagle 1×12
Brakes: Shimano BR MT520 203 mm
Wheels: WTB ST i29
Tires: MAXXIS Minion DHF/DHR II MaxxGrip DoubleDown 29″ x 2.5/2.4″
Price: € 5299/£ 5295


Norco Sight VLT 29 A1

Norco Sight VLT 29 A1 | 160/150 mm | 29″ | € 5299/£ 4695

Motor/Battery: Shimano E8000/630 Wh
Fork: RockShox Yari RC 160 mm
Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 150 mm
Drivetrain: SRAM SX Eagle 1×12
Brakes: Shimano BR MT520 203 mm
Wheels: e*thirteen LG1 DH
Tires: MAXXIS Minion DHF/DHR II MaxxGrip DoubleDown 29″ x 2.5/2.4″
Price: € 5299/£ 4695


Norco Sight VLT 29 A2

Norco Sight VLT 29 A2 | 160/150 mm | 29″ | £ 4095 (euro price not yet available)

Motor/Battery: Shimano E7000/500 Wh
Fork: RockShox 35 Gold 160 mm
Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 150 mm
Drivetrain: Shimano SL 6000 1×10
Brakes: Shimano BR MT420 203 mm
Wheels: WTB ST i29
Tires: MAXXIS Minion DHF/DHR II MaxxGrip DoubleDown 29″ x 2.5/2.4″
Price: £ 4095 (euro price not available)

Geometry of the new Norco Sight VLT 29

The Norco Sight VLT 29 is available in sizes S, M, L and XL with the latter being a new addition for 2020 – tall riders rejoice! The head angle has been considerably slackened to 64° and the seat tube angle steepens to a very upright 78.7° (size Large). The reach has also been stretched, and ranges from 425 mm in size S to a generous 515 mm in size XL, with the size L measuring in at 485 mm. The chainstays come in at 458 mm for all sizes.

Size S M L XL
Seat tube 370 mm 395 mm 435 mm 485 mm
Top tube 553 mm 581 mm 609 mm 638 mm
Head tube 90 mm 100 mm 110 mm 120 mm
Head angle 64° 64° 64° 64°
Seat angle 78° 78.3° 78.7° 79°
Chainstay 458 mm 458 mm 458 mm 458 mm
BB Height 354 mm 354 mm 354 mm 354 mm
Wheelbase 1211 mm 1246 mm 1280 mm 1314 mm
Reach 425 mm 455 mm 485 mm 515 mm
Stack 603 mm 612 mm 621 mm 630 mm

Our opinion on the new Norco Sight VLT 29

At first impression, the new Norco Sight VLT 29 looks to be a suitable update for its predecessor. Its geometry has been modernised, and the component choice looks solid – we’re especially happy to see the specced SRAM Code RSC brakes and Maxxis tires. While it still uses the same Shimano STEPS ecosystem as the original, this new Norco features the Range Extender for those who want more battery capacity. On paper, the 160 mm/150 mm travel suspension and progressive geometry make the Sight VLT 29 a very capable and fun bike. Can it match the brilliant ride of its non-electric brother? We’re looking forward to finding out!

Check out how Norco’s longer travel Range VLT compared against the best ebikes of 2020 right here! For more information head to norco.com


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Words: Photos: Norco