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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30 had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.67:1Highest3.09:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
Lowest0.67:1Highest3.09:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30
Overview
Model Year
2022
2023
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 30
Bicycle Type
Electric-assist
Electric-assist
Original MSRP
$5,599.00
$5,999.00
Colors
Grey/Red
Black/Blue
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
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
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL 150mm | 44mm Offset
RockShox 35 Gold RL 150mm | 44mm Offset
Rear 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
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Deore 11spd
Shimano Deore 11spd
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 11spd
Shimano Deore 11spd
Crankset
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
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB89.5 24mm
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Cassette
Shimano Deore 11-51T 11spd
Shimano Deore 11-51T 11spd
Chain
KMC X11-1
KMC X11-1
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4120 4 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
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
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
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
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Saddle
WTB Volt 142
WTB Volt 142
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
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost; Rear: Shimano MT400 Boost 148mm
Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm
Rims
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
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
2.0 Stainless
Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready |
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Wheel Size
29"
29"
E-bike System
Motor
Dyname 4.0 Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 700w Peak Power | 108Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency Classe 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 | xxx g
720 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion | 100% Charged in 3:55 (4A) / 7:35 (2A) | 80% Charged in 2:55 (4A) / 6:05 (2A)
Display/Remote
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
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Rocky Mountain Powerplay Charger | 2A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector | Overtimepack Compatible (Dyname 4)
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
515 mm
515 mm
Stack
644 mm
644 mm
Effective top tube
670 mm
670 mm
Head-tube angle
64.4°
64.4°
Seat-tube angle
76.4°
76.4°
Seat tube
480 mm
480 mm
Head tube
130 mm
130 mm
Chainstay / rear center
438 mm
438 mm
Wheelbase
1292 mm
1292 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
39 mm
39 mm
Standover height
820 mm
820 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.