Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 2019
2019 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,299$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset NX, GX -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W mid-drive -
Battery Li-Ion 500 Watt/Hr Battery -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. Li-Ion 500 Watt/Hr Battery
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL E-Bike 140mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Debonair RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX
Shift Levers
SRAM GX-1E
Cassette
SunRace CSMX8 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 24mm
Chain
KMC X11-1
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746 Boost 148mm
Rims
Sun Düroc SD37
Spokes
WTB 2.0
Tires
Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6 / R = Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T / SRAM Centerline 200mm / SRAM Centerline 200mm
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide T
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect Dropper 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 250w / 48v
Battery
Li-Ion 500 Watt/Hr Battery
Remote
iWoc Trio
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Steep | SM Slack | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Steep | LG Slack | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Steep | XL Slack | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 332 mm | 338 mm | 319 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm | 351 mm | 332 mm | 337 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 720 mm | 721 mm | 721 mm | 745 mm | 745 mm | 746 mm | 746 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 803 mm | 803 mm | 804 mm | 804 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 94 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm | 79 mm | 71 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 102 mm | 94 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 598 mm | 605 mm | 605 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 605 mm | 605 mm | 606 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 412 mm | 401 mm | 401 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 487 mm | 487 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 566 mm | 569 mm | 569 mm | 590 mm | 590 mm | 593 mm | 593 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm | 619 mm | 619 mm | 647 mm | 647 mm | 650 | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.8 ° | 75.8 ° | 75.8 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.6 ° | 75.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.7 ° | 75.6 ° | 75.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.1 ° | 67.1 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154 mm | 1154 mm | 1155 mm | 1155 mm | 1179 mm | 1179 mm | 1180 mm | 1180 mm | 1205 mm | 1205 mm | 1206 mm | 1206 mm | 1237 mm | 1237 mm | 1238 mm | 1238 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 23 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Standover Height | 806 mm | 801 mm | 800 mm | 796 mm | 806 mm | 801 mm | 800 mm | 796 mm | 806 mm | 801 mm | 800 mm | 796 mm | 806 mm | 801 mm | 800 mm | 796 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
Model Overview
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 belongs to the Rockymountain E Instinct model. There are 37 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 2019 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 5299$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 70 2019, is the most expensive and costs 6399$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 5299$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail e-bike to this one, you will see that Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 price is 57.47% more expensive.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 components
Fork
The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Reba fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe Debonair RT model, with a travel of 140mm. 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
When it comes to wheels, the Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 e-bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 comes with 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.