Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL Alloy 30 - White/Black

The Instinct Powerplay SL Alloy delivers heavyweight power in a featherweight package. Powered by the all-new Dyname S4 Lite motor, it rides like a trail bike and lets you explore farther than ever. With its adjustable geometry, improved suspension kinematics, and Mullet (MX) compatibility, it’s incredibly playful and agile, descent after descent

Let’s take a closer look at this beast, starting with the Dyname S4 Lite motor: 30% lighter than the Dyname 4 version found on the brand’s full-power electric mountain bikes, this motor delivers smooth power and outstanding efficiency, with peak power of 550w and 65 Nm of torque—unmatched in its class! 

The 480 Wh battery on the Instinct PowerPlay SL is fully removable. It’s held in place with two easy-to-use bolts

The 145 mm of rear travel is supported by SMOOTHLINK(TM) technology, which delivers efficiency and smoothness while pedaling across a wide range of speeds. Smoothlink provides a controlled end stroke and a suspension curve that performs even better than the travel numbers suggest.

The headset lets you adjust the reach by +/- 5 mm or set it to neutral.

The RIDE 4 system offers four geometry configurations to suit every rider’s style and preferences

Rocky Mountain offers a size-specific frame tune to ensure the perfect balance between a bike that’s sensitive over small bumps and one that provides maximum support on steep terrain.

Finally, size-specific chainstay lengths make the handling of the Instinct PowerPlay SL balanced and stable

Among the different versions of the Rocky Mountain Instinct PowerPlay SL, the Alloy 30 features RockShox suspension, Shimano 4-piston brakes, a 12-speed Shimano drivetrain, and an X Fusion dropper post

Specifications

• Frame: FORM(TM) Alloy | Integrated Display | Mid-High Pivot Smoothlink Suspension System | Press Fit BB | RIDE-4(TM) Adjustable Geometry | 145mm Travel | FORM(TM) Alloy Rear Triangle
• Fork: RockShox Psylo Gold RC 150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
• Front travel: 150 mm
• Shock: SM-XL: RockShox Deluxe Select+ | 230x57.5mm | XS: RockShox Deluxe Select+ | 210x52.5mm | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
• Rear travel: 145 mm
• Headset: FSA ZS56/66 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
• Stem: Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40mm
• Handlebar: Rocky Mountain AM | 760mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
• Grips: ODI Elite Pro Lock On
• Brakes: Shimano MT4120 4 Piston | Metal Pads
• Shifter: Shimano Deore 12spd
• Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore 12spd
• Crankset and chainring: Rocky Mountain Microdrive 2PC | Race Face 34T SHI 12 Ring | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: 165mm
• Bottom bracket: Rocky Mountain Sealed - Shimano Compatible
• Cassette: Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
• Chain: Shimano M6100
• Front hubs: Shimano TC500 | 15mm Boost
• Rear hubs: Shimano TC500 Boost 148mm
• Spokes: DT Swiss Champion 2.0
• Rims: WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
• Front tire: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT  EXO Tubeless Ready
• Rear tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT  EXO Tubeless Ready | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
• Dropper post: X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm |XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 170mm | XL = 200mm
• Saddle: WTB Volt Race 142 | Cromoly rails
• Motor: Dyname S4 Lite Mountain Bike Drive | 250w Nominal Power | 550w Max Power | 65Nm |
• Controller: Rocky Mountain Micro Remote | Low RPM - High Efficiency class 1 eMTB System | Designed in Canada
• Display: Rocky Mountain Jumbotron | Drive System Customization | Battery & Assist Level | Trip | Speed | Cadence | Top Tube Integration

Weight: 21.3 kg

Size guide:

• XS: 147.5 - 157.5 cm
• SM: 152.5 to 167 cm
• MD: 162.5 to 177.5 cm
• LG: 172.5 to 188 cm
• XL: 183 to 198 cm