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Norco Indie VLT 1

Norco Indie VLT 1

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Type

Bike type
Commuter
Frame type
Full frame
Cargo type
Not applicable
Drive type
Chain

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
76%
Pedal assistance score
70%
Braking score
70%
Turning and low speed score
80%
Comfort score
70%
Handling score
70%
Controls score
75%
On-bike battery score
90%
Off-bike battery score
85%
Display score
83%
Comments
The Norco Indie VLT 1 has a mid-drive motor that's powered by a large battery inside the frame's down tube. It's a relatively sleek looking bike with handle bars that angle towards the rider. It's a very comfortable e-bike overall, but we had to use the maximum level of pedal assist to make uphill climbs more bearable. An interesting aspect of this e-bike is the dropper seat, which can be lowered to allow the rider to more easily touch the ground at traffic lights, for example.

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Sizes available
4
Bike weight (kg)
25
Motor brand
Shimano
Motor model
Steps DU-E6100
Motor location
Middle
Power (W)
250
Max assist torque (Nm)
60
Max assist speed (km/h)
25
Assist settings
3
Battery size (Wh)
504
Battery location
Down tube (underside)
Wheel size (inches)
27.5
Tyre width (mm)
51
Mudguards
Plastic
Kickstand location
Centre mount
Rear rack
Lights
Gears
9 (trigger)
Suspension fork travel
Suspension seatpost
Brakes
Disc (hydraulic)
Frame warranty (years)
5
Battery and motor warranty (years)
2
Battery origin
China
Frame origin
Vietnam
Motor origin
N/A

Cost

Price
$2,895.00

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