Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,999$
Weight | 14.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM 7005 Series Custom Formed Alloy. BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Pipelock Main Pivot. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate.
Suspension Fork
Manitou Marvel LTD.120mm / ACT Air / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Alloy Steerer
Rear Shock
Manitou Radium Expert Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore E Mount 3x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Rapid Fire 3x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
FSA Gamma Drive 170-175mm 42/32/22T 3x10spd
Bottom Bracket
FSA Press Fit Mega Exo
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 9 x 100mm QR
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 10 x 135mm QR
Rims
Wheeltech SX19 27.5 by WTB
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis F: Ardent 27.5\" x 2.25\" R: Ardent Race 27.5\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M355 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M355
Cockpit
Stem
RMB 7° x 70-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC 31.8mm x 760mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Reducer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 679 mm | 705 mm | 731 mm | 763 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 551 mm | 560 mm | 570 mm | 584 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 396 mm | 418 mm | 441 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 563 mm | 588 mm | 613 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1098 mm | 1124 mm | 1150 mm | 1182 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Thunderbolt 710 is a Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. Rocky Mountain released 53 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2016, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1999$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2016, is the most expensive and costs 11499$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 1999$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Thunderbolt 710 price is 38.17% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 14.3 kg (31.53 lbs), Rocky Mountain bike is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 10.17% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Manitou fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Manitou Radium Expert Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / Lockout rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. 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 short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Thunderbolt 710 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 is equipped with 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
Thunderbolt 710 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.