Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2016
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Travel Rear 130mm
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Fork Manitou
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Groupset XT, Deore
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
Manitou Minute Expert. 130mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Hydraulic Bottom Out / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 130mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Open Settings
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore E Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Ride 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Helix TR27 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
Spokes
WTB 2.0 Stainless
Tires
Maxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29\" x 2.4\" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29\" x 2.35\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M506 I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
RMB 7° x 60-80mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC 31.8mm x 760mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 675 mm | 700 | 724 mm | 750 mm | 776 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 111 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 114 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 608 mm | 618 mm | 627 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 394 mm | 414 mm | 436 mm | 458 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 571 mm | 594 mm | 619 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1118 mm | 1143 mm | 1167 mm | 1193 mm | 1219 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 724 mm | 724 mm | 724 mm | 724 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Instinct 930 is a Rockymountain Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 89 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2016, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2499$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct 999 MSL 2016, is the most expensive and costs 9499$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2016, its price was 2499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 10.52% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 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 930 it’s weighing 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 7.09% lower than this one.
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 930 components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2016 bike is equipped with the Manitou fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Instinct 930 has a rear shock with a travel of 130mm. The model Fox Float DPS Custom Valved. SmoothLink is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Instinct 930 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Instinct 930 comes with 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, your safety is in good hands.
