ES 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay
High power and trail versatility for the best rides ever.
There's no better electric trail bike than the Instinct Powerplay. You can explore places you never thought you'd ever get to. All thanks to the versatile geometry and dialed-in suspension kinematics. And, of course, the Dyname 4.0 drive system. It delivers 108Nm of torque for the most challenging terrain you can imagine.
The 720Wh battery keeps pumping through the longest days in the saddle. It has enough boost to get up and over the mountains and around the race tracks, again and again and again. A RIDE-4 adjustment lets you tweak the geometry specs based on riding conditions. For example, top rider Jesse Melamed uses the RIDE-9 on setting 1. What does your perfect Instinct setup look like?
There's even a two-position axle for a shorter or longer rear-center length. New adventures await in every nook and cranny in cities and towns all over the country. Big travel days await with the Instinct Powerplay!
Key Details
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Available In
Alloy & Carbon
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Designed For
Trail
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Front Travel
150mm
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Rear Travel
140mm
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Wheel Size
29"
Specifications
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay
| Alloy 10 | Alloy 30 | Alloy 50 | Alloy 70 | Carbon 70 | Carbon 90 | |
| Frame | FORM™ Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle | FORM™ Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle | FORM™ Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle | FORM™ Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 140mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle |
| Fork | Suntour Raidon 34 LOR Air Boost 140mm | RockShox 35 Gold RL 150mm | 44mm Offset | RockShox Revelation Select RC 150mm | 42mm Offset | RockShox Lyrik Select RC 150mm | 42mm Offset | Fox 36 E-MTB Float EVOL GRIP Performance 150mm | 44mm Offset | Fox 36 Float EVOL GRIP2 Factory Series 150mm | 44mm Offset |
| Front Travel | 150mm | 150mm | 150mm | 150mm | 150mm | 150mm |
| Rear Travel | 140mm | 140mm | 140mm | 140mm | 140mm | 140mm |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select R | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ | RockShox Deluxe Select R | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ | Fox Float X Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ | Fox Float X Factory | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 210x55mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ |
| Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E Extend-o-matic | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed Stainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed Stainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m | Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m | Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m | Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m | Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m | Rocky Mountain 35 CNC | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40m |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp | Race Face Next R | 780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 4° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light | ODI Elite Pro Lock On | ODI Elite Pro Lock On | ODI Elite Pro Lock On | ODI Elite Pro Lock On |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 203mm | R:Shimano RT30 203mm | Shimano MT4120 4 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 203mm | R:Shimano RT30 203mm | Shimano MT6120 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT64 203mm | R:Shimano RT64 203mm | Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT66 203mm | R:Shimano RT66 203mm | Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT66 203mm | R:Shimano RT66 203mm | Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston | IceTec Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT86 203mm | R:Shimano RT86 203mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore 10spd | Shimano Deore 11spd | Shimano SLX | Shimano XT | Shimano XT | Shimano XTR |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore 10spd | Shimano Deore 11spd | Shimano SLX | Shimano XT | Shimano XT | Shimano XTR |
| Cranks & Chanring | Race Face Ride Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Ride Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Ride Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Aeffect Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Aeffect Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Era Cinch 34T | 30mm Spindle | Crank Length = 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BBMT500 | Shimano SM-BBMT500 | Shimano SM-BBMT500 | Shimano SM-BBMT500 | Shimano SM-BBMT500 | Race Face BB89 30mm |
| Cassette | Sunrace CSMS2 11-46T | Shimano Deore 11-51T 11spd | Shimano SLX 10-51T | Shimano SLX 10-51T | Shimano XT 10-51T | Shimano XTR 12s 10-51T |
| Chain | KMC X10-1 | KMC X11-1 | Shimano M6100 | Shimano M7100 | Shimano M8100 | Shimano M8100 |
| Front Hub | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm |
| Rear Hub | Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm | Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm | Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm | DT Swiss Hybrid 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet | DT Swiss Hybrid 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet | DT Swiss Hybrid 350 Boost 148mm | 24T Star-Ratchet |
| Spokes | 2.0 Stainless | 2.0 Stainless | F : DT Swiss Champion 2.0 | R : DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0 | F : DT Swiss Champion 2.0 | R : DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0 | F : DT Swiss Champion 2.0 | R : DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0 | F : DT Swiss Champion 2.0 | R : DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0 |
| Rims | Rocky Mountain TR30 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | Race Face AR 30 | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | Race Face ARC Carbon 31 | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl |
| Tires | F: WTB Trail Boss Comp 29 x 2.4 // R: WTB Trail Boss Comp 29 x 2.4 | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm | Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm | Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm | Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm | Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm |
| Saddle | Rocky Mountain 148 Steel | WTB Volt 142 | WTB Volt Race 142 | WTB Volt Race 142 | WTB Volt Race 142 | WTB Volt Race 142 |
| Drive System | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada | Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada |
| Battery | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) | 720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A) |
| Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote |
| Display | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration | Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration |
| Charger | Rocky Mountain Powerplay Charger | 2A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) | Rocky Mountain Powerplay Charger | 2A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) | Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger | 4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) | Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger | 4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) | Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger | 4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) | Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger | 4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4) |
| Price | $5,499 | $5,999 | $6,999 | $7,999 | $9,499 | $12,999 |
Details
Dyname 4.0 Motor
Geometry
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay
| 29" in SM / MD / LG / XL | ||||
| POS.1 Slack | POS.2 | POS.3 | POS.4 Steep | |
| Top Tube Horizontal (mm) | 585 / 610 / 638 / 671 | 585 / 610 / 637 / 670 | 584 / 609 / 636 / 670 | 583 / 608 / 636 / 669 |
| Head Tube Angle (deg) | 64.2 / 64.2 / 64.2 / 64.2 | 64.4 / 64.4 / 64.4 / 64.4 | 64.7 / 64.7 / 64.7 / 64.7 | 64.95 / 64.95 / 64.95 / 64.95 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 100 / 100 / 110 / 125 | 100 / 100 / 110 / 125 | 100 / 100 / 110 / 125 | 100 / 100 / 110 / 125 |
| Seat Tube Angle (deg) | 76.2 / 76.2 / 76.2 / 76.2 | 76.4 / 76.4 / 76.4 / 76.4 | 76.7 / 76.7 / 76.7 / 76.7 | 76.95 / 76.95 / 76.95 / 76.95 |
| Seat Tube Length (mm) | 380 / 420 / 445 / 480 | 380 / 420 / 445 / 480 | 380 / 420 / 445 / 480 | 380 / 420 / 445 / 480 |
| Rear Centre (mm) | 439 / 439 / 439 / 439 | 438 / 438 / 438 / 438 | 437 / 437 / 437 / 437 | 436 / 436 / 436 / 436 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 42 / 42 / 42 / 42 | 39 / 39 / 39 / 39 | 36 / 36 / 36 / 36 | 32 / 32 / 32 / 32 |
| Reach (mm) | 432 / 457 / 582 / 512 | 435 / 460 / 485 / 515 | 438 / 463 / 488 / 518 | 441 / 466 / 491 / 520 |
| Stack (mm) | 624 / 624 / 632 / 646 | 622 / 622 / 630 / 644 | 620 / 620 / 628 / 642 | 618 / 618 / 626 / 639 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 819 / 818 / 817 / 818 | 820 / 820 / 820 / 820 | 822 / 821 / 821 / 821 | 823 / 823 / 823 / 823 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1201 / 1226 / 1256 / 1292 | 1201 / 1226 / 1255 / 1292 | 1200 / 1225 / 1254 / 1291 | 1199 / 1224 / 1253 / 1290 |
Frequently Asked Questions
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay
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What's the warranty on this bike?
Rocky Mountain bikes include a 5-year warranty that's transferable to second owners. Get the full details here: bikes.com/pages/warranty
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What's the difference between the Rocky Mountain Instinct and the Instinct Powerplay?
The Instinct Powerplay is the electric version of the Instinct.
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How long does it take to charge the battery on the 2023 Instinct Powerplay?
Manufacturer specs indicate the battery charge time is 3 hours 55 minutes to 100% and 2 hours 55 minutes to 80 with a 4A power supply, or 7 hours 35 minutes to 100% and 6 hours 5 minutes to 80% with a 2A power supply.