Norco Sight VLT CX C3 — E-MTB

Frame: Full-carbon Sight VLT frame with Norco's VPS-HP (Virtual Pivot Suspension – High Pivot) design, 150mm rear travel, and a mixed 29"/27.5" wheel setup — the same frame used across the entire Sight VLT CX lineup

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5, delivering 85Nm of torque and 600W peak power as standard, unlockable to higher output through the Bosch Flow app

Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800Wh, fully integrated, compatible with the optional 250Wh Bosch PowerMore range extender

Range & Charge Time: Real-world range varies with terrain, assist mode, and rider weight; charges from empty in approximately 7 hours on the standard 4A Bosch charger

Suspension: RockShox Lyrik Select fork (160mm) paired with a RockShox Super Deluxe Select rear shock

Drivetrain: Shimano Deore mechanical, 12-speed, 10-51T cassette, with a Praxis HD Aluminium 165mm crankset

Brakes: TRP Slate EVO, 203mm front / 180mm rear rotors

Wheels & Tyres: WTB STi30 alloy wheelset with Continental Kryptotal-F (29x2.4") front and Xynotal (27.5x2.4") rear tyres

Standout Feature: Same frame, motor, and battery as the flagship C1 build, giving riders full-power capability at the most accessible price point in the lineup

The Sight VLT CX C3 is built for riders who want the same high-pivot carbon frame, Bosch CX Gen 5 motor, and 800Wh battery as the top-tier Sight VLT CX builds, in a package that uses dependable mechanical Shimano Deore shifting to keep the price down. It suits riders getting into full-power e-MTBs who put in regular laps on terrain like Knox Mountain or the Hydraulink Trails and want maximum assist and capability without paying for electronic drivetrain componentry.

Our team at Fresh Air will help you find the right fit in-store at both Kelowna locations. Stop by to work with one of our experienced staff members, or call 250-763-3425.

Frame geometry and sizing details for the Norco Sight VLT CX C3 are available on the Norco website. Norco offers the Sight VLT CX in sizes S2 through S5. Our team at Fresh Air can help you find the right frame size based on your height, inseam, and riding style — come in to either Kelowna location and we'll get you dialled in.
Norco geometry chart: https://www.norco.com/bikes/e-mountain/e-all-mountain/sight-vlt-cx/25-sight-vlt-cx-c3/

As a certified Norco dealer, our team can walk you through setting up the Bosch Flow app, personalising your motor assist modes, and tuning the RockShox Lyrik and Super Deluxe suspension to your weight and riding style — making sure everything is dialled in before you leave the shop. We'll also set up your tyres tubeless, check dropper post routing, and run through Norco's Ride Aligned setup guide for a solid baseline. We offer ongoing e-bike servicing, firmware updates, and expert year-round advice. Drop into Fresh Air Pandosy (555 Groves Ave) or Fresh Air Dilworth (1656 Dilworth Drive), or book an appointment online.

Q1: What size Norco Sight VLT CX C3 do I need?
Norco sizes the Sight VLT CX from S2 through S5 using reach-based, numbered sizing rather than traditional S/M/L labels. The right size depends on your height, riding style, and how you like a bike to feel in tight versus open terrain — check the geometry chart linked above for exact reach and stack numbers, then come in to either Kelowna location and our team will help confirm your fit in person.

Q2: Is the Norco Sight VLT CX C3 right for the KVR or Okanagan Rail Trail?
It can handle those routes easily, but it's really built for more demanding terrain — this is a full-power, high-pivot e-MTB designed for technical singletrack like Knox Mountain or the Hydraulink Trails. If your riding leans toward long, mixed-surface days on the KVR or Okanagan Rail Trail, our team can help you compare it against Norco's lighter e-bike options too.

Q3: How far can I ride on a single charge, and what factors affect range?
Range on the Sight VLT CX C3's 800Wh battery depends heavily on assist mode, terrain, rider weight, and tyre choice — riding in higher-power modes on steep climbs will use noticeably more battery than mellower terrain in Eco mode. The bike is also compatible with Bosch's 250Wh PowerMore range extender for longer days out. Our team can walk you through real-world range expectations and how to get the most from each charge.