Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,169$
Weight | 24.85 kg 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 160mm -
Travel Rear 155mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50 -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM Slack
165cm - 172cm
MD Slack
170cm - 179cm
LG Slack
176cm - 185cm
XL Slack
200cm - 193cm
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. 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select 160mm | 42mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPX2 Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 8.5"x2.5"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 12spd
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost
Rear Hub
Shimano M510 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless / Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT6120 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | All Sizes = 40mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 780mm
Grips
Ergon GD1 EVO Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD - LG = 150mm | XL = 175mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm | Upgraded High Cadence Boost & Power Extension Firmware
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
Remote
iWoc TRIO V3 Remote w. ANT+ LEV communication
Charger
Dyname FAST Charger | 48V
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Slack | MD Slack | LG Slack | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm |
| Front Center | 727 mm | 753 mm | 779 mm | 811 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 113 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 401 mm | 425 mm | 448 mm | 475 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 591 mm | 618 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.9 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.9 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1162 mm | 1188 mm | 1214 mm | 1246 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm |
| Standover Height | 821 mm | 821 mm | 821 mm | 821 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 170 cm | 176 cm | 200 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm | 193 cm |
About this model
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition is part of the Rockymountain E Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 37 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain E Instinct e-bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 2021 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 5219$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 90 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 9399$.
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.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4785$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition price was 6169$. If we compare this with the average Enduro e-bike cost we notice that the price is 28.92% more expensive.
Average weight for Enduro e-bikes
The average weight for Enduro e-bikes is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition weighs 24.85 kg (54.78 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 6.11% heavier than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.
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.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition components
Fork
The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition comes factory-installed with the RockShox Lyrik Select fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition has a rear shock with a travel of 155mm. The model Fox Float DPX2 Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 8.5″x2.5″ is the one installed in this e-bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 165 cm – 193 cm (5.41 ft – 6.33 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 BC Edition comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!