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2022

Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70

Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay 2022

9159

E-Mountain Enduro

Colour / Blue/Carbon, Grey/Red

Size / SM (Slackest, Steepest), MD (Slackest, Steepest), LG (Slackest, Steepest), XL (Slackest, Steepest)

At a glance

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 is a E-Mountain and Enduro Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at $9,159 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including SM (Slackest, Steepest), MD (Slackest, Steepest), LG (Slackest, Steepest), XL (Slackest, Steepest), has Fox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Instinct Powerplay range of mountain bikes. As a pedal-assisted e-mountain bike, the Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 is powered by a Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive, 250W nominal power, 880W peak power, 108Nm max torque motor and a Li-Ion, integrated, removable; compatible with second Overtimepack battery (314 Wh), 720 Wh battery.

- Mid-high pivot Smoothlink rear suspension design

- Geometry and suspension rate adjustable via RIDE-4 flip chip at rear shock mount

- Chainstay length adjustable via flip chip at rear dropout

- Internal cable routing

- Motor assist settings customizable via app

- BB89.5 press-fit bottom bracket

- Overtimepack compatible (extra 314 Wh)

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    SMOOTHWALL carbon front and rear triangles; molded seatstay, chainstay, down tube, and shuttle guard protection; integrated fork bumper
  • Fork
    FOX FLOAT 36 Performance E-MTB, EVOL, GRIP damper, 44mm offset, 150mm
  • Shock
    FOX Float X Performance, size-specific tune, 210mm x 55mm
  • Motor
    Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive, 250W nominal power, 880W peak power, 108Nm max torque
  • Battery
    Li-Ion, integrated, removable; compatible with second Overtimepack battery (314 Wh), 720 Wh
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Rocky Mountain, sealed bearings, 15x110mm Boost
    Rear: DT Swiss Hybrid 370, 12x148mm Boost, 24 tooth Star Ratchet, MICRO SPLINE driver
  • Wheels
    Race Face AR 30, 32 hole, tubeless ready (rim tape and valves included)
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    Front: DT Swiss Champion, 2.0
    Rear: DT Swiss Alpine, 2.3/2.0
  • Tires
    Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT
    Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR, 29" x 2.4" WT
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    439mm, 436mm, Upper and lower pulley guides with bashguard, Race Face Aeffect Cinch, 34 tooth, Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed
  • Crank
    Race Face Aeffect Cinch, 24mm spindle, Length: 165mm (SM/MD), 170mm (LG/XL)
  • Bottom Bracket
    42mm drop, 32mm drop
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed
  • Shifters
    Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano Deore XT Trail M8120, 4-piston, metal pads, Shimano RT66 203mm rotors, Shimano Deore XT Trail M8120
  • Handlebar
    Rocky Mountain AM, 780mm width, 25mm rise, 9° backsweep, 5° upsweep, 35mm clamp diameter
  • Saddle
    WTB Volt Race, 142mm width
  • Seatpost
    Race Face Turbine R dropper, 30.9mm, Single bolt, 34.9mm, 30.9mm, Single bolt, 34.9mm
    Drop:
    125mm (SM)
    150mm (MD)
    175mm (LG)
    200mm (XL)
  • Stem
    Rocky Mountain AM, 40mm length, 5° rise, 35mm bar clamp
  • Grips
    ODI Elite Pro, lock-on
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit No.57E, sealed stainless steel bearings

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70?

A 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 is typically priced around $9,159 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size wheels does the 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 have?

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 should I get?

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 comes in sizes SM (Slackest, Steepest), MD (Slackest, Steepest), LG (Slackest, Steepest), XL (Slackest, Steepest). After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Carbon 70 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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