If you’re looking for one bike that does it all, look no further than the Rocky Mountain Instinct. Rocky Mountain has designed a bike that’s capable of tackling technical trail riding but still allows you to push the pedals hard on the climbs. Rocky Mountain has updated the geometry, frame features, and suspension kinematics to make sure you feel confident on the up’s, down’s, and everything in between. Trust your Instinct.
Product |
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 E-Bike |
Model Year |
2023 |
Riding Type |
Trail Enduro / All-Mountain |
Rider |
Unisex |
Sizes and Geometry |
SM (Slackest, Steepest) MD (Slackest, Steepest) LG (Slackest, Steepest) XL (Slackest, Steepest) View Geometry |
Wheel Size |
29" |
E-Bike Class |
Class 1: Pedal Assist (Pedelecs) |
Motor |
Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive, 250W nominal power, 880W peak power, 108Nm max torque |
Battery |
Li-Ion, integrated, removable; compatible with second Overtimepack battery (314 Wh) |
Battery Capacity |
720 Wh |
Display/Remote |
Rocky Mountain Jumbotron, integrated with top tube, drive system customization, battery and assist level, trip, speed, cadence; Rocky Mountain Micro Remote |
Modes |
Eco, Trail, Ludicrous, and Walk |
Max Speed with Assist |
20 mph (32.2 km/h) |
Frame Material |
Aluminum |
Frame Material Details |
FORM alloy front and rear triangles; molded seatstay, chainstay, down tube, and shuttle guard protection; integrated fork bumper |
Rear Travel |
140mm |
Rear Shock |
RockShox Deluxe Select R, size-specific tune, 210mm length x 55mm stroke |
Fork |
SR Suntour Raidon 34 LOR Air |
Fork Travel |
150mm |
Head Tube Diameter |
Tapered, 1.125" top, 1.5" bottom |
Headset |
FSA Orbit No.57E Extend-o-matic |
Handlebar |
Rocky Mountain AM, 780mm width, 25mm rise, 9° backsweep, 5° upsweep, 31.8mm clamp diameter |
Stem |
Rocky Mountain AM, 40mm length, 5° rise, 31.8mm bar clamp |
Grips |
Rocky Mountain Light, lock-on |
Brakes |
Shimano MT200, 2-piston, resin pads, Shimano RT30 203mm rotors |
Brake Levers |
Shimano MT200 |
Drivetrain |
1x |
Shifters |
Shimano Deore, 10-speed |
Front Derailleur |
None |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Deore, 10-speed |
Chainguide |
Upper and lower pulley guides with bashguard |
Cranks |
Race Face Ride Cinch, 24mm spindle Length: 165mm (SM/MD), 170mm (LG/XL) |
Chainrings |
Race Face Ride Cinch, 34 tooth |
Pedals |
None |
Chain |
KMC X10-1, 10-speed |
Cassette |
SunRace CSMS2, 10-speed, 11-46 tooth |
Rims |
Rocky Mountain TR30, 32 hole, tubeless ready (rim tape and valves included) |
Hubs |
Front: Rocky Mountain, sealed bearings, 15mm x 110mm (Boost) Rear: Novatec D462, sealed bearings, 12mm x 148mm (Boost), HG driver |
Spokes |
Stainless steel 2.0 |
Tires |
WTB Trail Boss Comp, 29" x 2.4" |
Saddle |
Rocky Mountain, steel rails, 148mm width |
Seatpost |
Rocky Mountain Toonie dropper Drop: 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD), 170mm (LG/XL) |
Seatpost Diameter |
30.9mm |
Seatpost Clamp |
Single bolt, 34.9mm |
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions |
12mm x 148mm (Boost) |
Max. Tire Size |
29" x 2.6" |
Bottle Cage Mounts |
One inside front triangle |
Colors |
Orange/Blue |
Warranty |
5 years frame; 3 years electronics; 2 years battery; 1 year paint, decals, frame hardware, drive components, suspension pivots, and bushings |
Weight |
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Miscellaneous |
• Mid-high pivot SMOOTHLINK Four-Bar Horst-Link rear suspension design • Geometry and suspension rate adjustable via RIDE-4 flip chip at rear shock mount • Chainstay length adjustable via flip chip at rear dropout • Internal cable routing • Motor assist settings customizable via app • Press-fit bottom bracket • Includes Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST 4A 48V battery charger with Higo deep socket connector • Compatible with second Overtimepack battery (314 Wh) |