Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 750 MSL 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,299$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset X9, X7 -
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
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float 27.5 120 CTD. 120mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X7 Triggers 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Team XC Press Fit
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Maxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5\" x 2.25\" R: Ardent Race 27.5\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
X Fusion HiLo Strate 30.9mm x 420mm
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 750 MSL is part of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. 53 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Thunderbolt bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 10999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 750 MSL price was 4299$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 55.65% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Float 32 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The Thunderbolt 750 MSL has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
The Thunderbolt 750 MSL 2015 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Thunderbolt 750 MSL comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
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 conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.