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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
2023 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 90 had an original MSRP $900 lower than 2026 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 90.
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
2023 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 90
2026 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 90
Overview
Model Year
2023
2026
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element Carbon 90
Element Carbon 90
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$9,699.00
$10,599.00
Colors
Green/Blue
Grey/Black/White, White/Grey/Grey
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
24.6 LBS|11.1 KGS
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Frameset
Frame Construction
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 120mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | SMOOTHLINK SL™ Suspension | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 120mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
Fox 34 Float Factory 130mm | 44mm Offset
Fox 34 SL Factory 29 130mm | GRIP X Damper | 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Factory | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Fox Float Factory | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR Di2 Wireless
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR Di2 Wireless
Crankset
Race Face Next SL G5 Cinch | 32T | 30mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: All Sizes = 170mm
Shimano XTR | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 176mm Q-Factor | Crankarm Length: XS - SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 30mm
Shimano SM-BB94
Cassette
Shimano XTR 12s 10-51T
Shimano XTR 10-51T
Chain
Shimano XTR 12s
Shimano M9100
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR 2 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT86 180mm | R:Shimano RT86 180mm
Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
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
Cane Creek Hellbender 70 | Sealed Stainless Bearings | ZS44|ZS56
Handlebar
Race Face Next | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 4° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Race Face ERA | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 CNC | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 50m
Race Face Turbine SL | 0° Rise | 6mm Offset | All Sizes = 50mm
Saddle
WTB Silverado Carbon 142 | Carbon Rails
WTB Silverado Fusion Form 142 | Titanium Rails
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm
Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm | XS - SM = 120mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 180mm | XL = 210mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: DT Swiss 350 Boost 148mm | 36T Star-Ratchet
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Rims
Rocky Mountain 26XC Carbon | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
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Spokes
DT Swiss Revolution 2.0/1.5/2.0
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Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Wheel Size
XS: 27.5″; SM/MD/LG/XL: 29″
29"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
455 mm
455 mm
Stack
618 mm
618 mm
Effective top tube
603 mm
591 mm
Head-tube angle
65.5°
65.5°
Seat-tube angle
76.5°
77°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
115 mm
110 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1202 mm
1207 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
40 mm
40 mm
Standover height
810 mm
813 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.