Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 BC Edition 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,599$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Fork X Fusion -
Groupset X1, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
X Fusion 140 Trace RL2. 34mm Stanchions / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm XLock / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
X Fusion O2 RLX Custom Trail Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 130mm. Rebound / 3 Position Compression Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X1 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X1 Trigger 1x11spd
Cassette
SRAM XG-1180 10-42T 11spd
Crank
Race Face Ride 170-175mm 30T 1x11spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
KMC X11 11spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716 / 6 Bolt / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746 / 6 Bolt / XD Freehub Body / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Maxxis DHR II EXO Folding 29\" x 2.3\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
X Fusion HiLo Ace 30.9mm x 420mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 661 mm | 685 mm | 709 mm | 734 mm | 761 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 105 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm | 107 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 | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° |
| 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 | 1104 mm | 1128 mm | 1152 mm | 1177 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Instinct 950 BC Edition is part of the Rockymountain Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 89 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2015 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2699$. Rocky Mountain Instinct 999 MSL 2015 on the other hand costs 8999$, and is the most expensive model.
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 Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3599$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 0% more expensive.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The X Fusion is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Instinct 950 BC Edition model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 BC Edition 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, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 BC Edition includes a dropper post. 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.