Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,349$
Weight | 24.1 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 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset SLX, 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 -
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. 140mm Travel.
Suspension Fork
RockShox Revelation RC 140mm E-MTB Approved 42mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano HG7100
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano M510 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6 / Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT520 4 Piston / Shimano RT64 203mm / Shimano RT64 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT520 4 Piston
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 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
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 | 1.32 mm | 1.32 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 | 720 mm | 720 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 | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 94 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 95 mm | 109 mm | 100 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 | 460 mm | 460 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 | 1181 mm | 1181 mm | 1206 mm | 1206 mm | 1207 mm | 1207 mm | 1237 mm | 1237 mm | 1239 mm | 1239 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 | 815 mm | 801 mm | 810 mm | 796 mm | 809 mm | 801 mm | 804 mm | 796 mm | 808 mm | 801 mm | 802 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 (Shimano) is part of the Rockymountain E Instinct model. 37 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain E Instinct e-bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 2020 has a starting price of 4699$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 99 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9999$.
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3365$. However, you could also get a good Trail e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 5349$. Comparing this to the average Trail e-bike price, we see that the price is 58.96% more expensive.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail e-bike is 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) weighs 24.1 kg (53.13 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In short, the average Trail e-bike weight is 1.69% lower than this one.
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 (Shimano) components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Revelation RC model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this e-bike is RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, with a travel distance of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) e-bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. 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 e-bike itself.
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, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) includes a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.