Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,799$
Weight | 9.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset X01, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID RL Remote 29. 100mm. Motion Control DNA / Rebound / Remote Lockout / 15mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Trigger 1x11spd
Cassette
SRAM XG-1195 10-42T 11spd
Crank
Race Face Next SL 170-175mm 32T Direct Mount 1x11spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Press Fit
Chain
SRAM PC-XX1 11spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Stan\'s Neo / Oversized Chrome Bearings / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Stan\'s Neo / Wide Stance Oversized Chrome Bearings / 4 Pawl Freehub / 142 x 12mm Axle
Rims
Stan\'s ZTR Crest Incl Tubeless Kit
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition / Alloy Nipples
Tires
Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT
Cockpit
Stem
RMB CNC 35mm 5° x 70-90mm
Handlebar
Race Face Next Carbon 1/2 Rise 35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
Seatpost
Race Face Next SL 27.2mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 639 mm | 638 mm | 660 mm | 684 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 80 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 593 mm | 613 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 390 mm | 411 mm | 430 mm | 448 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 576 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1071 mm | 1093 mm | 1117 mm | 1140 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 744 mm | 758 mm | 782 mm | 814 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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
Vertex 990 RSL is part of the Rockymountain Vertex model. There are 67 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Vertex bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Vertex 20 2016 is the cheapest bike model and costs 729$. Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2016 is the most expensive one and costs 4799$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 4799$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Vertex 990 RSL price is 151.92% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Vertex 990 RSL weighs 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 31.91% more than Vertex 990 RSL.
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.
Vertex 990 RSL components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2016 bike is equipped with the RockShox SID fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Vertex 990 RSL 2016 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.