Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL C90
210000085130
Regular price$14,999.99 CAD
/
- Shipping Canada Wide
210000085130
The 2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL is a lightweight, powerful trail bike equipped with the new Dyname S4 Lite drive system, which offers an impressive 550W peak power and 65 Nm of torque. Despite its power, the bike weighs only 43 lbs, allowing for enhanced agility and playfulness on the trail. Its 150 mm front and 145 mm rear travel make it capable of handling technical terrain, while the bike's MX compatibility and adjustable geometry system (RIDE-4™) provide customization to suit a wide range of rider preferences. The 480 Wh battery ensures a range comparable to full-power e-MTBs, making it ideal for long, adventurous rides.
In addition to its performance, the Instinct Powerplay SL offers a well-rounded feature set designed for both comfort and precision. It boasts a mid-high pivot Smoothlink suspension system for a smooth ride, even on rough trails, and the inclusion of the Jumbotron display allows for easy, on-the-go power adjustments. With options for various wheel sizes based on frame size (27.5” for XS, 29” for SM-XL), the bike ensures an optimal ride for every user.
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Integrated Display |Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System |Press Fit BB | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry |145mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon RearTriangle
Drive System
Dyname™ S4 Lite Drive System | 250w NominalPower | 550W Max Power | 65Nm | RockyMountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - HighEfficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed inCanada
Battery
480 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion
Display
Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive SystemCustomization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip |Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration
Charger
Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger |4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector
Fork
Fox 36 Float EVOL GRIP X2 Factory Series150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mmOffset
R / Shock
SM-XL: Fox Float X Factory Series | 230x57.5mm |XS: Fox Float Factory Series | 210x52.5mm |Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm FHardware | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm CupsInstalled | +/- 5mm Cups Included | SealedStainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mmx 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mmLower | 1.5" Crown Race
Stem
Race Face Turbine R | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40mm
Handlebar
Race Face ERA | XS = 760mm | SM - XL =780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep |5° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Grips
ODI Elite Pro Lock On
Brakes
Sram Code Ultimate Stealth 4 Piston | Metal Pads
Rotors
Sram HS2 200mm | Sram HS2 200mm
Shifters
Sram AXS Pod Ultimate Controller
R / Derailleur
Sram X0 Eagle Transmission Wireless
Crankset
Race Face ERA Cinch | 34T T-Type Ring | 30mmSpindle | XS - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 30mm
Cassette
Sram X0 Eagle Transmission 10-52T
Chain
Sram X0 Transmission
F / Wheel
Race Face ERA Carbon | Tuned Front-SpecificRim and Hub Design
R / Wheel
Race Face ERA Carbon | Tuned Rear-SpecificRim and Hub Design
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+Tubeless Ready | Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3CMaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | Tubeless SetUp | Sealant Incl
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm |XS = 120mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 180mm |LG - XL = 210mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Fusion Form 142 | Titanium Rails
XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | ||
A | Reach | 399 | 407 | 425 | 432 | 450 | 457 | 475 | 482 | 505 | 512 |
B | Stack | 590 | 585 | 618 | 612 | 622 | 617 | 636 | 630 | 645 | 639 |
C | Head Tube Angle | 63.5° | 64.2° | 64.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° |
D | Bottom Bracket Drop | 24 | 14 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 |
E | Wheelbase | 1157 | 1153 | 1205 | 1202 | 1232 | 1229 | 1274 | 1271 | 1308 | 1305 |
F | Rear Centre | 433 | 429 | 442 | 439 | 442 | 439 | 452 | 449 | 452 | 449 |
G | Head Tube Length | 105 | 105 | 110 | 125 | 135 |
H | Top Tube Length | 542 | 540 | 567 | 566 | 599 | 597 | 627 | 625 | 659 | 657 |
I | Seat Tube Angle | 76.4° | 77.2° | 77.0° | 77.7° | 76.5° | 77.2° | 76.5° | 77.2° | 76.5° | 77.2° |
J | Standover Height | 775 | 782 | 785 | 792 | 809 | 816 | 808 | 815 | 807 | 815 |
All specifications in millimetres and degrees
The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.
We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.
Start a chat with our teamSize | Height | |
---|---|---|
Imperial | Metric | |
XS | 4'8" - 5'2" | 142.5 - 157.5cm |
S | 5'2" - 5'7" | 157.5 - 170cm |
M | 5'6" - 5'10" | 167.5 - 177.5cm |
L | 5'9" - 6'2" | 175 - 188cm |
XL | 6'1" - 6'6" | 185.5 - 198cm |
Steed Cycles is a full service bike shop. Shop online or in-store for bikes, parts, cycling accessories, clothing and more.
From basic safety checks to brake setting, to a complete rebuild, we are here to make all of your bike dreams come true.
The 2025 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL is a lightweight, powerful trail bike equipped with the new Dyname S4 Lite drive system, which offers an impressive 550W peak power and 65 Nm of torque. Despite its power, the bike weighs only 43 lbs, allowing for enhanced agility and playfulness on the trail. Its 150 mm front and 145 mm rear travel make it capable of handling technical terrain, while the bike's MX compatibility and adjustable geometry system (RIDE-4™) provide customization to suit a wide range of rider preferences. The 480 Wh battery ensures a range comparable to full-power e-MTBs, making it ideal for long, adventurous rides.
In addition to its performance, the Instinct Powerplay SL offers a well-rounded feature set designed for both comfort and precision. It boasts a mid-high pivot Smoothlink suspension system for a smooth ride, even on rough trails, and the inclusion of the Jumbotron display allows for easy, on-the-go power adjustments. With options for various wheel sizes based on frame size (27.5” for XS, 29” for SM-XL), the bike ensures an optimal ride for every user.
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Integrated Display |Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System |Press Fit BB | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry |145mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon RearTriangle
Drive System
Dyname™ S4 Lite Drive System | 250w NominalPower | 550W Max Power | 65Nm | RockyMountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - HighEfficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed inCanada
Battery
480 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion
Display
Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive SystemCustomization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip |Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration
Charger
Rocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger |4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector
Fork
Fox 36 Float EVOL GRIP X2 Factory Series150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mmOffset
R / Shock
SM-XL: Fox Float X Factory Series | 230x57.5mm |XS: Fox Float Factory Series | 210x52.5mm |Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm FHardware | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm CupsInstalled | +/- 5mm Cups Included | SealedStainless 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mmx 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mmLower | 1.5" Crown Race
Stem
Race Face Turbine R | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40mm
Handlebar
Race Face ERA | XS = 760mm | SM - XL =780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep |5° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Grips
ODI Elite Pro Lock On
Brakes
Sram Code Ultimate Stealth 4 Piston | Metal Pads
Rotors
Sram HS2 200mm | Sram HS2 200mm
Shifters
Sram AXS Pod Ultimate Controller
R / Derailleur
Sram X0 Eagle Transmission Wireless
Crankset
Race Face ERA Cinch | 34T T-Type Ring | 30mmSpindle | XS - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 30mm
Cassette
Sram X0 Eagle Transmission 10-52T
Chain
Sram X0 Transmission
F / Wheel
Race Face ERA Carbon | Tuned Front-SpecificRim and Hub Design
R / Wheel
Race Face ERA Carbon | Tuned Rear-SpecificRim and Hub Design
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+Tubeless Ready | Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3CMaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | Tubeless SetUp | Sealant Incl
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm |XS = 120mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 180mm |LG - XL = 210mm
Saddle
WTB Volt Fusion Form 142 | Titanium Rails
XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | Slack | Steep | ||
A | Reach | 399 | 407 | 425 | 432 | 450 | 457 | 475 | 482 | 505 | 512 |
B | Stack | 590 | 585 | 618 | 612 | 622 | 617 | 636 | 630 | 645 | 639 |
C | Head Tube Angle | 63.5° | 64.2° | 64.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° | 63.5° | 64.2° |
D | Bottom Bracket Drop | 24 | 14 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 | 39 | 29 |
E | Wheelbase | 1157 | 1153 | 1205 | 1202 | 1232 | 1229 | 1274 | 1271 | 1308 | 1305 |
F | Rear Centre | 433 | 429 | 442 | 439 | 442 | 439 | 452 | 449 | 452 | 449 |
G | Head Tube Length | 105 | 105 | 110 | 125 | 135 |
H | Top Tube Length | 542 | 540 | 567 | 566 | 599 | 597 | 627 | 625 | 659 | 657 |
I | Seat Tube Angle | 76.4° | 77.2° | 77.0° | 77.7° | 76.5° | 77.2° | 76.5° | 77.2° | 76.5° | 77.2° |
J | Standover Height | 775 | 782 | 785 | 792 | 809 | 816 | 808 | 815 | 807 | 815 |
All specifications in millimetres and degrees
The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.
We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.
Start a chat with our teamSize | Height | |
---|---|---|
Imperial | Metric | |
XS | 4'8" - 5'2" | 142.5 - 157.5cm |
S | 5'2" - 5'7" | 157.5 - 170cm |
M | 5'6" - 5'10" | 167.5 - 177.5cm |
L | 5'9" - 6'2" | 175 - 188cm |
XL | 6'1" - 6'6" | 185.5 - 198cm |