Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition 2014
2014 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,399$
Weight | 13.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork Fox Float 34
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Groupset X9, X7 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Front Triangle FORM™ Alloy Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle ABC™ Pivots Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing Internal \"Stealth\" Dropper Post Routing Internal Shock Remote Routing ISCG05 Tabs RIDE-9™ System Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Float 29 140 FIT CTD Adjust Kashima
Rear Shock
Fox Float CTD Kashima Custom BC Valved
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 3x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X9 MatchMaker Triggers 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd / Blackspire Stinger Guide
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG75 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM X9 / 6 Bolt / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
SRAM X9 / 6 Bolt / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Stan\'s ZTR Flow EX Tubeless Ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Continental Mountain King Folding 29\" x 2.4\"
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 9 Trail Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 9 Trail MatchMaker X
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Turbine 6° x 50-70mm
Handlebar
Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 785mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
Cane Creek Forty Series: IS42mm Top / IS52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race SL
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mm
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 970 MSL BC Edition belongs to the Rockymountain Instinct model. 89 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2014 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2699$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct 999 MSL 2014, is the most expensive and costs 7599$.
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
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition price was 5399$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 95.47% higher.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 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.
With a weight of 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs), Rocky Mountain bike is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 1.69% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition components
Fork
The Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition comes factory-installed with the Fox Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Fox Float CTD Kashima Custom BC Valved model, with a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The wheels on Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.