Rocky Mountain Instinct C50 Shimano 2023

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

Category
- Mountain
- |
- Trail
Frame Carbon
Wheels 27.5"
Travel Front 150mm
Travel Rear 140mm
Fork Fox Performance Float 36
Groupset XT, Race Face
Suspension Full
Brakes Hydraulic Disc

Sizing

Recommended size guide.

XS Steep
142cm - 157cm
XS Neutral
142cm - 157cm
XS Slack
142cm - 157cm
SM Steep
155cm - 167cm
SM Neutral
155cm - 167cm
SM Slack
155cm - 167cm
SM Steep
157cm - 170cm
SM Neutral
157cm - 170cm
SM Slack
157cm - 170cm
MD Steep
167cm - 177cm
MD Neutral
167cm - 177cm
MD Slack
167cm - 177cm
LG Steep
175cm - 188cm
LG Neutral
175cm - 188cm
LG Slack
175cm - 188cm
XL Steep
185cm - 198cm
XL Neutral
185cm - 198cm
XL Slack
185cm - 198cm

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Suspension Fork

Fox 36 Float EVOL GRIP Performance Series 150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset

Rear Shock

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT

Shift Levers

Shimano XT

Cassette

Shimano SLX 10-51T

Crank

Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T Steel | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm Crankarm | SM - XL = 170mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano SM-BBMT500

Chain

Shimano M6100

Wheels

Front Hub

Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet

Rims

WTB ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl

Spokes

DT Swiss Champion 2.0

Tires

F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready

Brakes

Shimano SLX Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT66 180mm | R:Shimano RT66 180mm

Cockpit

Stem

Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m

Handlebar

Grips

ODI Elite Pro Lock On

Headset

FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed Stainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race

Seat

Saddle

WTB Volt Race 142

Seatpost

Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Alloy 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

Size	XS Steep	XS Neutral	XS Slack	SM Steep	SM Neutral	SM Slack	SM Steep	SM Neutral	SM Slack	MD Steep	MD Neutral	MD Slack	LG Steep	LG Neutral	LG Slack	XL Steep	XL Neutral	XL Slack
Stack Reach Ratio	1.36 mm	1.4 mm	1.43 mm	1.31 mm	1.34 mm	1.37 mm	1.36 mm	1.39 mm	1.42 mm	1.3 mm	1.33 mm	1.35 mm	1.26 mm	1.29 mm	1.31 mm	1.22 mm	1.24 mm	1.26 mm
Bottom Bracket Height	344 mm	336 mm	328 mm	344 mm	336 mm	328 mm	346 mm	337 mm	329 mm	346 mm	338 mm	331 mm	346 mm	338 mm	331 mm	346 mm	338 mm	331 mm
Front Center	707 mm	707 mm	707 mm	736 mm	736 mm	737 mm	746 mm	747 mm	748 mm	773 mm	774 mm	775 mm	805 mm	805 mm	806 mm	841 mm	842 mm	842 mm
Rake	38 mm	37 mm	38 mm	39 mm	38 mm	39 mm	44 mm	46 mm	46 mm	44 mm	46 mm	46 mm	45 mm	46 mm	46 mm	45 mm	46 mm	46 mm
Trail	112 mm	118 mm	122 mm	111 mm	117 mm	121 mm	116 mm	119 mm	124 mm	117 mm	119 mm	123 mm	116 mm	119 mm	123 mm	116 mm	119 mm	123 mm
Stack	582 mm	587 mm	591 mm	590 mm	595 mm	600 mm	612 mm	617 mm	621 mm	616 mm	621 mm	625 mm	630 mm	634 mm	639 mm	643 mm	648 mm	652 mm
Reach	427 mm	420 mm	414 mm	452 mm	445 mm	439 mm	450 mm	443 mm	436 mm	474 mm	468 mm	462 mm	499 mm	493 mm	487 mm	529 mm	523 mm	517 mm
Top Tube Length	554 mm	555 mm	557 mm	581 mm	583 mm	584 mm	586 mm	588 mm	589 mm	613 mm	614 mm	615 mm	641 mm	642 mm	644 mm	674 mm	676 mm	677 mm
Seat Tube Angle	77.6 °	76.9 °	76.3 °	77.6 °	76.9 °	76.3 °	77.3 °	76.7 °	76 °	77.2 °	76.7 °	76.1 °	77.2 °	76.7 °	76.1 °	77.2 °	76.7 °	76.1 °
Seat Tube Length	355 mm	355 mm	355 mm	380 mm	380 mm	380 mm	380 mm	380 mm	380 mm	420 mm	420 mm	420 mm	445 mm	445 mm	445 mm	480 mm	480 mm	480 mm
Head Tube Angle	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.3 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.3 °	66.3 °	65.7 °	65 °	66.2 °	65.7 °	65.1 °	66.2 °	65.7 °	65.1 °	66.2 °	65.7 °	65.1 °
Head Tube Length	90 mm	90 mm	90 mm	100 mm	100 mm	100 mm	90 mm	90 mm	90 mm	95 mm	95 mm	95 mm	110 mm	110 mm	110 mm	125 mm	125 mm	125 mm
Chainstay Length	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	442 mm	443 mm	444 mm	442 mm	443 mm	444 mm	442 mm	443 mm	444 mm	442 mm	443 mm	444 mm
Wheelbase	1138 mm	1139 mm	1140 mm	1167 mm	1168 mm	1170 mm	1187 mm	1188 mm	1188 mm	1214 mm	1215 mm	1216 mm	1246 mm	1246 mm	1247 mm	1282 mm	1283 mm	1283 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop	11 mm	19 mm	27 mm	11 mm	19 mm	27 mm	28 mm	37 mm	45 mm	28 mm	36 mm	43 mm	28 mm	36 mm	43 mm	28 mm	36 mm	43 mm
Standover Height	767 mm	764 mm	760 mm	767 mm	764 mm	760 mm	762 mm	755 mm	748 mm	810 mm	807 mm	804 mm	810 mm	807 mm	804 mm	810 mm	807 mm	804 mm
Wheels	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"	29"
Rider Min Height	142 cm	142 cm	142 cm	155 cm	155 cm	155 cm	157 cm	157 cm	157 cm	167 cm	167 cm	167 cm	175 cm	175 cm	175 cm	185 cm	185 cm	185 cm
Rider Max Height	157 cm	157 cm	157 cm	167 cm	167 cm	167 cm	170 cm	170 cm	170 cm	177 cm	177 cm	177 cm	188 cm	188 cm	188 cm	198 cm	198 cm	198 cm

Model Overview

Instinct C50 Shimano is part of the Rockymountain Instinct model. Rocky Mountain released 89 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.

Model range prices

Rocky Mountain Instinct A10 Shimano 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2899$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 2023, is the most expensive and costs 9799$.

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 Trail bikes

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. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.

Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 5799$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 109.96% higher.

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 C50 Shimano components

Fork

The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 150mm. 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 DPS Performance | Sealed model, with a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.

Wheels

The Instinct C50 Shimano 2023 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.

Brakes

Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Instinct C50 Shimano is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.

Sizes

Rocky Mountain Instinct C50 Shimano bike has 18 sizes, in the range of 142 cm – 198 cm (4.66 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.

Dropper post

A dropper post is included with the Instinct C50 Shimano. 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.

Model years

Rocky Mountain Instinct C50 Shimano 2023

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

Recommended size guide.

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Suspension Fork

Rear Shock

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shift Levers

Cassette

Crank

Bottom Bracket

Chain

Wheels

Front Hub

Rear Hub

Rims

Spokes

Tires

Brakes

Brakes

Cockpit

Stem

Handlebar

Grips

Headset

Seat

Saddle

Seatpost

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

Model Overview

Model range prices

Safety

Average price for Trail bikes

Internal Cable Routing

Instinct C50 Shimano components

Fork

Rear Shock

Wheels

Brakes

Sizes

Dropper post

Related bike families.