Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,699$
Weight | 24.3 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 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset Deore, 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 -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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.
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL 140mm E-MTB Approved 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
SunRace CSMS2 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
KMC X10-1
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6 / Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT420 4 Piston / Shimano RT64 203mm / Shimano RT64 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT420 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
Remote
iWoc Trio
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Steep | SM Slack | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Steep | LG Slack | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Steep | XL Slack | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 332 mm | 338 mm | 319 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 720 mm | 720 mm | 720 mm | 745 mm | 745 mm | 746 mm | 746 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 803 mm | 803 mm | 804 mm | 804 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 94 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 598 mm | 605 mm | 605 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 605 mm | 605 mm | 606 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 412 mm | 401 mm | 401 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 487 mm | 487 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 566 mm | 569 mm | 569 mm | 590 mm | 590 mm | 593 mm | 593 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm | 619 mm | 619 mm | 647 mm | 647 mm | 650 | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.8 ° | 75.8 ° | 75.8 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.6 ° | 75.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.7 ° | 75.6 ° | 75.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.1 ° | 67.1 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154 mm | 1154 mm | 1155 mm | 1155 mm | 1179 mm | 1179 mm | 1181 mm | 1181 mm | 1206 mm | 1206 mm | 1207 mm | 1207 mm | 1237 mm | 1237 mm | 1239 mm | 1239 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 23 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Standover Height | 815 mm | 801 mm | 810 mm | 796 mm | 809 mm | 801 mm | 804 mm | 796 mm | 808 mm | 801 mm | 802 mm | 796 mm | 806 mm | 801 mm | 800 mm | 796 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
Model Overview
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 belongs to the Rockymountain E Instinct model. There are 37 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 4699$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 99 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 9999$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 4699$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 39.64% higher.
Trail e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail e-bike, we get 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 24.3 kg (53.57 lbs), Rocky Mountain e-bike is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 2.53% heavier than the average Trail e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this e-bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 components
Fork
This e-bike has the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 has a rear shock with a travel of 140mm. The model RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT is the one installed in this e-bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.