Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,299$
Weight | 12.65 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float EVOL FIT4 Factory Series 140mm 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS EVOL Factory
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR
Cassette
Shimano XTR 12s 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Next R Cinch 32T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 30mm
Chain
Shimano XTR 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 Boost 148mm
Rims
Race Face ARC 30
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHR II WT Maxx Terra 3C Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.4 / Maxxis Minion DHR II WT Maxx Terra 3C Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.4
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston / Shimano RT86 180mm / Shimano RT86 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 CNC
Handlebar
Race Face Next R 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm
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 | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 335 mm | 338 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 338 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 337 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 337 mm | 322 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 724 mm | 720 mm | 724 mm | 745 mm | 749 mm | 745 mm | 749 mm | 772 mm | 776 mm | 772 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 808 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 96 mm | 110 mm | 105 mm | 104 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 104 mm | 102 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 103 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 594 mm | 599 mm | 602 mm | 596 mm | 599 mm | 603 mm | 607 mm | 605 mm | 608 mm | 613 mm | 616 mm | 614 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 411 mm | 406 mm | 400 mm | 395 mm | 435 mm | 430 mm | 424 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 453 mm | 447 mm | 442 mm | 485 mm | 480 mm | 474 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 567 mm | 568 mm | 570 mm | 591 mm | 592 mm | 593 mm | 595 mm | 616 mm | 617 mm | 618 mm | 620 mm | 646 mm | 647 mm | 648 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 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 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.5 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 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 | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 mm | 1149 mm | 1146 mm | 1150 mm | 1170 mm | 1174 mm | 1171 mm | 1175 mm | 1197 mm | 1201 mm | 1198 mm | 1202 mm | 1228 mm | 1232 mm | 1229 mm | 1234 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 20 mm | 36 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 36 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 37 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 37 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
About this model
Instinct Carbon 90 is part of the Rockymountain Instinct model. There are 89 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Instinct bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 30 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 2020, is the most expensive and costs 7299$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2020, its price was 7299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 164.27% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 it’s weighing 12.65 kg (27.89 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 2.61% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Instinct Carbon 90 components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 2020 bike is equipped with the Fox Factory Float 36 fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float DPS EVOL Factory, with a travel distance of 140mm. 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, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on Instinct Carbon 90 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Instinct Carbon 90 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 comes with 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!