Rocky Mountain Fusion 27.5 2015
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 120mm
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Fork SunTour RAIDON
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Groupset Deore, Acera
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. ZeroStack Tapered Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts.
Suspension Fork
Suntour Raidon LO 27.5. 120mm (XXS: 100mm). Lockout / Rebound
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 31.8mm 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-34T 9spd
Crank
Shimano M521 170-175mm 42/32/24T 9spd
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES25 Octalink
Chain
KMC X9 9spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech TD26 By Alex
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Sphinx 27.5\" x 2.25\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M355 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M355
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
FSA #57 Internal: ZS44 | ZS56mm
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain L2B 27.2mm x 400mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 326 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 615 mm | 641 mm | 656 mm | 666 mm | 669 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 7 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 118 mm | 132 mm |
| Stack | 560 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 621 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 352 mm | 363 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 403 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 534 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 581 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.4 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1041 mm | 1040 mm | 1066 mm | 1081 mm | 1091 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 679 mm | 704 mm | 731 mm | 760 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Fusion 27.5 is part of the Rockymountain Fusion model. 35 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Fusion bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Fusion 29 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1049$. Rocky Mountain Fusion 27.5 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 1049$.
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 bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2015, its price was 1049$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fusion 27.5 price is 163.3% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Fusion 27.5 2015 bike is equipped with the SunTour RAIDON fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on Fusion 27.5 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. 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 Fusion 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
