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2023 Norco Torrent A2 HT
Original manufacturer specifications including 29" wheels, geometry for 4 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2023
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $1,899.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Green/Copper
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 21 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900001360
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Butted 6061 Alloy |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | SR Suntour Zeron35 LOR DS 29", 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore FC-M5100-1, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL) |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Cartridge, BSA Threaded |
| Cassette | SunRace CMX8, 11-51T, 11 Speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 11spd |
| Pedals | VP Nylon Flat Pedal |
Brakes
| Brakes | (F) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston / (R) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston; Rotors: (F) Tektro TR180-22, 180mm / (R) Tektro TR180-22, 180mm; Levers: Tektro HD-745 |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Butted 6061 Alloy 800mm, 25mm Rise |
| Stem | 6061 Alloy 50mm Length, 35mm Clamp |
| Saddle | Norco XC |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSP18 Dropper Post, 31.6mm, 130mm (S), 150mm (M, L, XL) |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Bear Pawls BMB-013, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt / (R) Bear Pawls BMB-008, 12x148mm Boost, HG, 6 Bolt |
|---|---|
| Rims | Stans Flow D 29" 32H |
| Front Tire | Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.35" Perf/Twinskin/TLR |
| Rear Tire | Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.35" Perf/Twinskin/TLR |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | S · 29" | M · 29" | L · 29" | XL · 29" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 370 mm | 395 mm | 435 mm | 485 mm |
| Effective top tube | 577 mm | 607 mm | 639 mm | 671 mm |
| Head tube | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 64° | 64° | 64° | 64° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° | 76° | 76° | 76° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 420 mm | 420 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1169 mm | 1199 mm | 1238 mm | 1272 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm |
| Stack | 628 mm | 628 mm | 637 mm | 646 mm |
| Standover height | 654 mm | 664 mm | 679 mm | 711 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 138 mm | 138 mm | 138 mm | 138 mm |
| Crank length | 170 mm | 175 mm | 175 mm | 175 mm |
| Stem length | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Geometry source: Norco first-party embedded geometry data ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
S geometry
29"
Archive context: Its trail of 138 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. Its stack of 628 mm sits toward the taller end. The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end.
Compared with 135 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze S · 29" geometry M geometry
29"
Archive context: The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its trail of 138 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. The head angle of 64° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 135 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze M · 29" geometry L geometry
29"
Archive context: The chainstay of 425 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its trail of 138 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. The head angle of 64° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 125 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze L · 29" geometry XL geometry
29"
Archive context: The chainstay of 425 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its trail of 138 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. The head angle of 64° sits somewhat slacker than typical.
Compared with 110 distinct mountain geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XL · 29" geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
KMC X11 11spd
Exact archived model
SunRace CMX8, 11-51T, 11 Speed
Component family — verify exact version
(F) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston / (R) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston
Brake model identified — verify pad shape
More qualified parts (5)
Shimano Cartridge, BSA Threaded
Named archived component — verify dimensions
Shimano Deore FC-M5100-1, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL)
Exact archived model
Shimano Deore
Interpreted as Shimano Deore · 11-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Shimano Deore
Interpreted as Shimano Deore · 11-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
31.6 mm dropper post
Dropper post identified — select the published travel for your frame size
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 11-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads. If it is set up tubeless, confirm both tires hold pressure and ask when the sealant was last refreshed.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 21 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2023 Norco Torrent A2 HT · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Butted 6061 Alloy · Fork: SR Suntour Zeron35 LOR DS 29", 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: SR Suntour Zeron35 LOR DS 29", 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano Deore · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore · Crankset: Shimano Deore FC-M5100-1, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL) · Bottom bracket: Shimano Cartridge, BSA Threaded · Cassette: SunRace CMX8, 11-51T, 11 Speed · Chain: KMC X11 11spd
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: (F) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston / (R) Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston; Rotors: (F) Tektro TR180-22, 180mm / (R) Tektro TR180-22, 180mm; Levers: Tektro HD-745
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: Stans Flow D 29" 32H · Hubs: (F) Bear Pawls BMB-013, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt / (R) Bear Pawls BMB-008, 12x148mm Boost, HG, 6 Bolt · Front tire: Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.35" Perf/Twinskin/TLR · Rear tire: Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.35" Perf/Twinskin/TLR
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Sealed Bearing, Tapered · Handlebar: Butted 6061 Alloy 800mm, 25mm Rise · Stem: 6061 Alloy 50mm Length, 35mm Clamp · Seatpost: TranzX YSP18 Dropper Post, 31.6mm, 130mm (S), 150mm (M, L, XL) · Saddle: Norco XC · Pedals: VP Nylon Flat Pedal
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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