Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
7,999$
Weight | 22.9 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset XT, 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
SMOOTHWALL Carbon Front Triangle. FORM Alloy Rear Triangle. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate.
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 E-MTB Float EVOL FIT4 Performance Elite Series 140mm 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano XT
Cassette
Shimano XT 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB71
Chain
Shimano HG8100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss Hybrid 370 Boost 148mm
Rims
Race Face AR 35
Spokes
DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO+ Maxx Terra Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6 / Maxxis Rekon Maxx Terra EXO+ Silk Shield Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston / Shimano RT66 203mm / Shimano RT66 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 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 Carbon 70 (Shimano) completes the Rockymountain E Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 37 e-bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain E Instinct e-bikes models from 2020, by clicking 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
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 7999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) price is 137.71% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Trail e-bikes average weight
Trail e-bikes have an average weight of 23.7 kg (52.25 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.
slightly lighter than average, Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) has a weight of 22.9 kg (50.49 lbs). In short, the average Trail e-bike weight is 3.49% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this e-bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) components
Fork
This e-bike has the Fox Performance Elite Float 36 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) e-bike has the Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 (Shimano) includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.