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2016

Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL

Rocky Mountain Element 2016

Cross Country

Size / S - M - L - XL - XXL

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At a glance

The 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL is an Cross Country Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including S - M - L - XL - XXL, has Fox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Element range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Smoothwall Carbon. ABC Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
  • Fork
    Fox 32 Float Fit4 Adjust. 100mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Adjustable Open Settings / Tapered Steerer
  • Shock
    Fox Float DPS Remote Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Firm - Medium - Open Settings
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: SUNringlé SRC / 6-Bolt / 32H / 15mm Axle

    Rear: SUNringlé SRC / 6-Bolt / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
  • Wheels
    Stan's ZTR Crest Incl Tubeless Kit
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    WTB 1.8-1.6 Butted
  • Tires
    Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Folding Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"""
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    Shimano XT 11spd
  • Crank
    Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spd
  • Bottom Bracket
    Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Pressfit
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano XT E-Type Mount 2x11spd
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano XTR Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spd
  • Shifters
    Shimano XT Rapid Fire 2x11spd
Components
  • Brakeset
    Magura MT-6 Hydraulic Disc 180mm
  • Handlebar
    Race Face Turbine 1/2 Riser 35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
  • Saddle
    WTB Silverado Race
  • Seatpost
    Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mm
  • Stem
    RMB SL35 7° x 70-90mm
  • Grips
    Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit C-40: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL?

The 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL may be purchased directly from Rocky Mountain.

Q: What size wheels does the 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL have?

The 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL should I get?

The 2016 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL comes in sizes S - M - L - XL - XXL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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