Sight

The fifth-generation Norco Sight is a 150mm-travel all-mountain bike that leans heavily into enduro territory. The defining shift for this generation is the adoption of Norco’s Virtual Pivot Suspension high-pivot layout. By integrating a raised main pivot and an idler pulley, the frame delivers a rearward axle path early in the travel to absorb square-edge impacts while managing chain growth.

Beyond the pivot placement, Norco significantly updated the suspension kinematics. The leverage curve is now notably more progressive, moving to a longer-stroke shock to provide better bottom-out resistance and a wider tuning window for both air and coil setups. Designed around a 160mm fork, the Sight is built for riders who prioritize downhill composure and momentum retention in rough terrain, yet still need a platform efficient enough for long pedal-driven approaches.

Gen Gen-5

Norco Sight

Build

Size

03 / Geometry

Geometry & fit.

10 sizes published.

Norco utilizes a reach-based sizing system for the Sight, spanning sizes 1 through 5 to offer tighter overlap and accommodate a wider range of rider heights. The geometry is distinctly gravity-oriented, featuring a slack 64-degree head tube angle and a steep seat tube angle hovering around 77 degrees to keep the rider centered during seated climbs.

The frame's footprint is substantial. A size 3 features a generous reach and a long wheelbase, dimensions that prioritize high-speed stability. This stable foundation is amplified by the suspension kinematics; the rear center effectively lengthens as the bike pushes into its travel, adding mid-corner balance under compression.

Cockpit setups are tailored to maximize control and clearance. The builds feature short 40mm to 42mm stems paired with wide handlebars, alongside size-specific dropper posts that offer up to 230mm of drop on the largest frames. While the stock configurations utilize a mixed-wheel setup, the frame hardware allows riders to swap to a full 29-inch rear wheel without altering the intended geometry or suspension curve.

Reach × Stack · size S1 (29)mm

Where the handlebar sits relative to the bottom bracket — the single most important fit pair.

01Fit geometry6 values

Stack618 mm

Reach422.5 mm

Top tube565 mm

Headtube length105 mm

Standover height673 mm

Seat tube length350 mm

03Handling geometry8 values

Headtube angle64°

Seat tube angle77°

BB height353 mm

BB drop25 mm

Trail135 mm

Offset44 mm

Wheelbase1186 mm

Chainstay length426 mm

Which size should I buy?

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5'8"173 cm

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Recommended sizeS2 (29)Based on stack, reach & ETT for your height · score 82/100.

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04 / Other builds

The lineup.

5 builds, ranging $2,799 – $6,299.

The Sight lineup is split between carbon and aluminum frames, offering five distinct builds that prioritize durable, aggressive components. The flagship C1 Carbon and A1 Aluminum models feature SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission drivetrains and powerful SRAM Maven Silver brakes. Suspension on the C1 is handled by a Fox Factory 36 fork and Float X2 shock, while the A1 utilizes RockShox Ultimate-tier components.

Mid-range and entry-level options, such as the C3 and A3, shift to reliable Shimano Deore 12-speed mechanical drivetrains and Deore four-piston brakes. These models utilize RockShox Lyrik Base or Select forks paired with Vivid or Deluxe rear shocks, maintaining the bike's intended descending capability at a lower price point.

Across the entire range, Norco maintains a consistent approach to rolling stock. Every build is equipped with aggressive Maxxis rubber, pairing an Assegai front tire in the MaxxGrip compound with a Minion DHR II rear in MaxxTerra, both utilizing EXO+ casings. This ensures that even the most accessible aluminum models deliver the traction and puncture protection required for heavy all-mountain riding right out of the box.

05 / Reviews

From the press.

3 reviews from the cycling press.

Reviewers consistently note that the high-pivot design transforms the Sight’s descending capabilities, allowing it to absorb trail chatter and "carry speed like nothing else" (YouTube). The rearward axle path effectively moves the rear wheel out of the way of square-edge hits, creating a remarkably smooth ride in rough sections. Despite the complex linkage and extra pulley, the drivetrain remains "amazingly silent" (Ambmag) on the trail.

On climbs, the bike relies on clever idler placement rather than a firm lockout. The system generates gear-dependent anti-squat, providing a natural "climb switch" feeling (Silverfish-uk) in lower gears that minimizes pedal bob without sacrificing traction. While the suspension platform pedals efficiently for its weight class, the bike's sheer length requires deliberate handling on tight ascents. One tester noted that the long wheelbase can be "a bit of a handful in the turns" (YouTube) when navigating technical switchbacks.

Ultimately, testers agree the Sight favors high-speed stability over low-speed agility. It rewards riders who stay off the brakes and push hard into rough terrain, offering a momentum-carrying ride that mitigates fatigue on long descents.