Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,849$
Weight | 24.4 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM Steep
165cm - 172cm
SM Slack
165cm - 172cm
SM Neutral
165cm - 172cm
MD Steep
170cm - 179cm
MD Neutral
170cm - 179cm
MD Slack
170cm - 179cm
LG Steep
176cm - 185cm
LG Neutral
176cm - 185cm
LG Slack
176cm - 185cm
XL Steep
200cm - 193cm
XL Neutral
200cm - 193cm
XL Slack
200cm - 193cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
RockShox Revelation RC 150mm | 42mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 210x55mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost
Rear Hub
Shimano M510 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless / Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.6 EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.6 EXO Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT6120 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | All Sizes = 40mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Ergon GE1 EVO Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD - LG = 150mm | XL = 175mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm | Upgraded High Cadence Boost & Power Extension Firmware
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
Remote
iWoc TRIO V3 Remote w. ANT+ LEV communication
Charger
Dyname FAST Charger | 48V
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Slack | SM Neutral | MD Steep | MD Neutral | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Neutral | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Neutral | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 356 mm | 342 mm | 349 mm | 356 mm | 349 mm | 343 mm | 356 mm | 349 mm | 343 mm | 356 mm | 349 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 719 mm | 719 mm | 718 mm | 744 mm | 743 mm | 744 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 771 mm | 802 mm | 801 mm | 802 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 41 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 115 mm | 128 mm | 119 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 129 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 128 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 129 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 610 mm | 606 mm | 602 mm | 607 mm | 610 mm | 612 mm | 616 mm | 620 mm | 621 mm | 625 mm | 629 mm |
| Reach | 405 mm | 393 mm | 399 mm | 430 mm | 424 mm | 419 mm | 452 mm | 447 mm | 441 mm | 480 mm | 474 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 566 mm | 567 mm | 585 mm | 588 mm | 589.6 mm | 609 mm | 611 mm | 613.03 mm | 638 mm | 640 mm | 641.78 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 74.4 ° | 75 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 75 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 75 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.4 ° | 65 ° | 65.8 ° | 66.4 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° | 66.4 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° | 66.4 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 437 mm | 436 mm | 435 mm | 436 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 436 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 436 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1153 mm | 1154 mm | 1153 mm | 1178 mm | 1178 mm | 1179 mm | 1204 mm | 1205 mm | 1206 mm | 1236 mm | 1236 mm | 1237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 18 mm | 32 mm | 25 mm | 18 mm | 25 mm | 31 mm | 18 mm | 25 mm | 31 mm | 18 mm | 25 mm | 32 mm |
| Standover Height | 824 mm | 814 mm | 819 mm | 824 mm | 819 mm | 814 mm | 824 mm | 819 mm | 814 mm | 824 mm | 819 mm | 814 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 170 cm | 170 cm | 170 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 172 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 179 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 193 cm | 193 cm | 193 cm |
About this model
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 is a Rockymountain E Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 37 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 2021 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 5219$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 90 2021, is the most expensive and costs 9399$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 5849$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail e-bike to this one, you will see that Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 price is 73.82% higher.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
Trail e-bikes have an average weight of 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 24.4 kg (53.79 lbs), Rocky Mountain e-bike is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 2.95% heavier than the average Trail e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Revelation RC model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this e-bike is RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 210x55mm, with a travel distance of 140mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 comes in 12 sizes, that range from 165 cm – 193 cm (5.41 ft – 6.33 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!