Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 50 Grey/White - Size M 2025

The latest version of the Rocky Mountain Instinct features a geometry perfectly suited for adventure. The steeper seat tube angle and extended chainstays make this MTB a champion in climbs, descents, and all intermediate terrains.

Designed through intensive field testing, each frame size is optimized to provide sensitivity to small bumps, mid-stroke support, and end-stroke progression. The result: a smooth and intuitive riding experience, true to the Rocky Mountain DNA.

The Instinct Carbon 50 offers multiple customizable settings to adapt to all riding styles and disciplines. It is the brand’s most versatile platform, ready to take on all your new adventures.

An optimized geometry for efficiency and comfort

• Suspension travel: 140 mm rear and 150 mm front
• Head tube angle: 64° for optimal stability
• Seat tube angle: 77° for enhanced climbing efficiency
• Adjustable headset: reach can be modified by +/- 5 mm
• RIDE-4™ system: offers 4 geometry configurations to suit rider preferences
• Adjustable chainstays: extendable by 10 mm by modifying the axle position

An ingenious and practical frame

The integrated Penalty Box™ 2.0 storage compartment allows riders to carry a spare tube and a few tools, and even includes a dedicated AirTag slot for added security.

Additionally, multiple rubber protection elements reinforce the most sensitive areas of the frame (chainstays, down tube).

Specifications

• Frame: SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 2-Position Axle | 140mm Travel | Carbon Rear Triangle
• Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select 150mm | Charger RC Damper | 27.5" Offset = 37mm | 29" Offset = 42mm
• Shock: Fox Float X Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | XS-SM = 190x45mm | MD-LG-XL = 210x52.5mm
• Headset: FSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm Cups Installed | +/- 5mm Cups Included | Sealed Stainless Bearings
• Stem: Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 0° Rise | 40 mm
• Handlebar: Rocky Mountain AM | 760 mm width | 25 mm rise | 9° backsweep | 5° upsweep | 35 mm clamp
• Grips: ODI Elite Pro Lock On
• Brakes: Shimano MT6120 4-piston | Metal pads
• Drivetrain: Shimano XT 12-speed
• Crankset: Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T | 24mm Spindle | XS-SM = 165 mm | MD-XL = 170 mm
• Bottom Bracket: Shimano SM-BBMT500
• Cassette: Shimano SLX 12-speed | 10-51T
• Chain: Shimano M6100
• Hubs:
    - Front: Novatec D791SB Sealed Boost 15mm
    - Rear: DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet
• Spokes: 2.0 Stainless
• Rims: WTB KOM Team i30 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Ready (tape and sealant included)
• Tyres:
    - Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
    - Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
• Dropper Post: X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm
    - XS = 125 mm
    - SM = 150 mm
    - MD = 170 mm
    - LG - XL = 200 mm
• Saddle: WTB Volt Race 142 | Cromoly rails
• Weight: 13.5 kg

Size guide:

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