Features |
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.
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Technology |
SMOOTHWALL Carbon
Smoothwall carbon uses one of the world’s most sophisticated carbon processes to deliver industry leading stiffness-to-weight, ride quality, and durability.
RIDE-9 adjustment system
The RIDE-9 adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine-tune their geometry and suspension with a pair of Allen keys. Nine configurations are possible thanks to two interlocking chips.
Two-positions axle
Two Altitude and Instinct frames, in both alloy and carbon, are equipped with a two-position axle dropout.
SMOOTHLINK suspension
Smoothlink suspension is efficient yet supple when you’re on the pedals and across a wide range of gears. It features a controlled end-stroke and a rate-curve that feels more capable than the travel would suggest.
Size Specific Tune
Size Specific Tune ensures that riders of all sizes get the right balance of small-bump compliance, mid-stroke support, and end-stroke progressiveness. Our design team does custom shock tunes based on real world field testing, and adjusts each tune for specific frame sizes. |
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
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Fork |
Fox 36 Float EVOL FIT4 Performance Elite Series 150mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset
Front travel: 150mm
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Shock |
Fox Float X Performance Elite | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm
Rear travel: 140mm
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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
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Stem |
Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
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Handlebar |
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
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Grips |
ODI Elite Pro Lock On
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Brakes |
Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F: Shimano RT66 180mm | R: Shimano RT66 180mm
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Shifters |
Shimano XT
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Rear derailleur |
Shimano XT
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Cranks & chainrings |
Shimano XT | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm Crankarm | SM - XL = 170mm
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Bottom Bracket |
FSA BB92 24mm
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Cassette |
Shimano XT 10-51T
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Chain |
Shimano M8100
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Front Hub
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Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
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Rear Hub |
Race Face Trace Boost 148mm | 10° Engagement
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Spokes |
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
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Rims |
Race Face AR 30 | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
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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
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Seatpost |
Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm
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Saddle |
WTB Volt Race 142
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Color |
Blue/Green
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Size |
Medium
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Weight |
N/A
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