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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 has 21 mm more reach than 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 has 32 mm more stack than 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 has a 1.8° slacker head-tube angle than 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Identity & price
2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 had an original MSRP $310 lower than 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50.
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.
Lowest0.63:1Highest3.20:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
Lowest0.63:1Highest3.20:1Total range510%
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
2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50
2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50
Overview
Model Year
2025
2022
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Instinct Carbon 50
Instinct Carbon 50
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$5,499.00
$5,809.00
Colors
Blue/Blue
Gold/Red, Blue/Green
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
31.2 LBS|14.18 KGS
Frameset
Frame Construction
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Penalty Box 2.0 Storage | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 2 Position Axle | 140mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry. 2 Position Axle. 140mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select 150mm | Charger RC Damper | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
Fox 36 Float EVOL GRIP Performance Series 150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float X Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS - SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm
Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T Steel | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm Crankarm | SM - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
FSA BB92 24mm
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T 12spd
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Chain
Shimano M6100
Shimano M6100
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT6120 4 Piston | Metal Pads
Shimano SLX Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F: Shimano RT66 180mm | R: Shimano RT66 180mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm Cups Installed | +/- 5mm Cups Included | Sealed Stainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 6.5mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 8.0mm 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
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 760mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40mm
Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142 | Cromoly rails
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS = 125mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 170mm | LG - XL = 200mm
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Alloy 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Novatec D791SB Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet
Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: Race Face Trace Boost 148mm | 10° Engagement
Rims
WTB KOM Team i30 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
WTB ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready |
Wheel Size
27.5"; 29"
29"; 27.5"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
510 mm
489 mm
Stack
659 mm
627 mm
Effective top tube
645 mm
636 mm
Head-tube angle
64°
65.8°
Seat-tube angle
77°
76.8°
Seat tube
470 mm
445 mm
Head tube
135 mm
110 mm
Chainstay / rear center
440 - 450
437 - 448
Wheelbase
1293 mm
1240 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
36 mm
34 mm
Standover height
796 mm
802 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.