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Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90

Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90
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From all day epics to technical singletrack, we've got you covered.

If you're looking for one bike that does it all, look no further than the Instinct. We've designed a bike that's capable of tackling technical trail riding but still allows you to push the pedals hard on the climbs. We've updated the geometry, frame features, and suspension kinematics to make sure you feel confident on the up's, down's, and everything in between. Trust your Instinct.

What sets the Instinct apart.

Total trail precision
Razor sharp handling and a buttery but efficient suspension setup means satisfying small bump compliance and addictive flickability. Hitting the sweet spot between big hit confidence and surgical levels of precision, it rewards the rider ready to ride more of everything, faster.

An Instinct for every rider
Embiggening or shrinking a frame isn't enough. That's why the Instinct comes in six distinctly sized frames with specific suspension kinematics and two wheel-size options. It's the only way to ensure every element of the Instinct's character gets fully realized for every rider.

The right setup for any trail
Total precision is yours on any trail with our RIDE-9 adjustment system and 2-position rear axle that allows for chainstay length adjustment. It's everything you need to quickly arrive on the best setup for the trail ahead.

- The most versatile platform in our range
- Perfect blend of climbing and DH performance
- Adjustable chainstay length to suit the rider
- Kinematics, fit & wheel size adjusted per size

Wheel size:
Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch
Sizes Small – X-Large: 29-inch

Geometry Chart:
Wheel Size: 27.5" X-SmallSmall
Top Tube Horizontal (mm) 551 578
Head Tube Angle (deg) 65.3 65.3
Head Tube Length (mm) 90 100
Seat Tube Angle (deg) 76.3 76.3
Seat Tube Length (mm) 355 380
Rear Centre (mm) 428-439 428-439
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) 27 27
Reach (mm) 408 433
Stack (mm) 585 594
Standover Height (mm) 754 754
Wheelbase (mm) 1134 1164
Geometry Chart:
Wheel Size: 29" SmallMediumLargeX-Large
Top Tube Horizontal (mm) 583 609 638 671
Head Tube Angle (deg) 65 65.1 65.1 65.1
Head Tube Length (mm) 90 95 110 125
Seat Tube Angle (deg) 76 76.1 76.1 76.1
Seat Tube Length (mm) 380 420 445 480
Rear Centre (mm) 438-449 438-449 438-449 438-449
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) 45 43 43 43
Reach (mm) 430 456 481 511
Stack (mm) 615 619 633 646
Standover Height (mm) 742 798 798 798
Wheelbase (mm) 1182 1210 1241 1277

These figures are a rough guide only. Rider proportions, riding style, and personal preferences all factor in choosing the correct bike size. Rocky Mountain always recommends test riding and professional bike fitting at an authorized dealer.

Sizes:
X-Small 27.5": 142.5 - 157.5 cm / 4'8" - 5'2" 29": Not available for this frame size
Small 27.5": 155 - 167.5 cm / 5'1" - 5'6" 29":157.5 - 170 cm / 5'2" - 5'7"
Medium 27.5": Not available for this frame size 29": 167.5 - 177.5 cm / 5'6" - 5'10"
Large 27.5": Not available for this frame size 29": 175 - 188 cm / 5'9" - 6'2"
X-Large 27.5": Not available for this frame size 29": 185.5 - 198 cm / 6'1" - 6'6"

Specs

Frame 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
Fork Fox 36 Float EVOL FIT4 Factory Series 150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset
Rear Shock Fox Float X Factory | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm
Rims Race Face ARC Carbon 31 | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Included
Hubs Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear: DT Swiss 350 Boost 148mm | 36T Star-Ratchet
Spokes DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Tires F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready | R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
Bottom Bracket Race Face BB92 30mm
Crankset Race Face Next R Cinch | 32T | 30mm Spindle | Crank Length = 170mm
Shifters Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur Shimano XTR
Cassette/Freewheel Shimano XTR 12s 10-51T
Chain Shimano XTR 12s
Brakes Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston | IceTec Metal Pads | F: Shimano RT86 180mm | R: Shimano RT86 180mm
Handlebars Race Face Next R | 780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 4° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Tape/Grips ODI Elite Pro Lock On
Stem Rocky Mountain 35 CNC | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
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
Seatpost Fox Transfer Factory Series 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm
Saddle WTB Volt Race 142
Pedals Sold separately

* Subject to change without notice.