Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,399$
Weight | 12 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RCT3
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Groupset X01, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Smoothwall Carbon. BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Pipelock Main Pivot. Di2 Ready.
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RCT3 27.5. 130mm. Charger Damper / Rebound / 3 Position Compression Threshold / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT3 Custom BC Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / 3 Position Threshold / Adjustable Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Trigger 1x11spd
Cassette
SRAM XG-1180 10-42T 11spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 32T Direct Mount 1x11spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Pressfit
Chain
SRAM PC-X1 11spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Stan\'s 3.30 Disc / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Stan\'s 3.30 Disc / 6 Pawl XD Freehub / 142 x 12mm Axle
Rims
Stan\'s ZTR Flow Incl Tubeless Kit
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Maxxis Ardent EXO 27.5\" x 2.4\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Ice Tech Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT
Cockpit
Stem
RMB CNC 35mm 6° x 50-70mm
Handlebar
Race Face Next 1/2 Rise 35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 350-420mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 679 mm | 705 mm | 731 mm | 763 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 551 mm | 560 mm | 570 mm | 584 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 396 mm | 418 mm | 441 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 563 mm | 588 mm | 613 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1098 mm | 1124 mm | 1150 mm | 1182 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition is part of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. There are 53 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2016 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2016 on the other hand costs 11499$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6399$. In conclusion, this bike price is 131.68% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 12 kg (26.46 lbs), the Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition model is a bit lighter than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 8.17% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition comes factory-installed with the RockShox Pike RCT3 fork. This has a travel range of 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch RT3 Custom BC Valved. model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.