Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,499$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Suntour RAIDON
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Suntour Raidon 34 LOR Air Boost 140mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select R | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 10spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS2 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
KMC X10-1
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm
Rims
Rocky Mountain TR30 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
F: WTB Trail Boss Comp 29 x 2.4 // R: WTB Trail Boss Comp 29 x 2.4
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 203mm | R:Shimano RT30 203mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E Extend-o-matic
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain 148 Steel
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada
Battery
720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A)
Remote
Rocky Mountain Micro Remote
Charger
Rocky Mountain Powerplay Charger | 2A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4)
About this model
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 belongs to the Rockymountain E Instinct model. Rocky Mountain released 37 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain E Instinct e-bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay A10 Shimano 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 5499$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 90 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 12999$.
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.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3365$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 5499$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail e-bike to this one, you will see that Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 price is 63.42% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 2023 e-bike is equipped with the Suntour RAIDON fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select R | Sealed model, with a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 10 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.