Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 13.5 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 X Fusion
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 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
X Fusion Streat RL2 27.5 Air. 120mm. Lockout / Rebound / Tapered Alloy Steerer
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Open Settings
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore E Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Shimano M615 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SMBB52 Press Fit
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
Spokes
WTB 2.0 Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5\" x 2.25\" R: Ardent Race 27.5\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M506 I-Spec Shifter Mount
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 Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mm
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 730 is part of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. There are 53 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Thunderbolt bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2016 has a starting price of 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2016 on the other hand is the most expensive at 11499$.
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 bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2016, its price was 2499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 10.52% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Thunderbolt 730 weighs 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 4.01% less than Thunderbolt 730.
Thunderbolt 730 components
Fork
The Thunderbolt 730 comes factory-installed with the X Fusion fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Fox Float DPS Custom Valved. SmoothLink model, with a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 2016, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.