Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL C50
The 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.
Specifications
FrameSMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 145mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Drive SystemDyname™ S4 Lite Drive System | 250w Nominal Power | 550W Max Power | 65Nm | Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada
Battery480 Wh Removable Integrated Li-Ion
DisplayRocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration
ChargerRocky Mountain Powerplay FAST Charger | 4A | 48V | Higo Deep Socket Connector
ForkRockShox Lyrik Select 150mm | Charger RC Damper | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
Rear ShockSM-XL: Rock Shox Super Deluxe Select+ | 230x57.5mm | XS: Rock Shox Deluxe Ultimate | 210x52.5mm | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
HeadsetFSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm Cups Installed | +/- 5mm Cups Included | 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
StemRocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
HandlebarRocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
GripsODI Elite Pro Lock On
BrakesShimano XT Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads
RotorsShimano RT66 203mm | Shimano RT66 203mm
ShiftersShimano XT
Rear DerailleurShimano XT
CranksetRace Face Aeffect Cinch 34T | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM - MD = 165mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Bottom BracketShimano SM-BBMT500
CassetteShimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
ChainShimano M6100
Front HubRocky Mountain SL Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear HubNovatec MTB SL Pro Boost 148mm
SpokesDT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
RimsWTB KOM Team i30 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
TiresMaxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
SeatpostX Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 170mm | XL = 200mm
SaddleWTB Volt Fusion Form 142 | Cromoly Rails
Geometry
| 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 measurements in degrees or millimetres | ||||||
Sizing Guide
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.
| Size | 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 |
