Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 70 MTB (2023)

Trail versatility meets premium performance in the 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 70. A mountain bike built to handle everything from technical climbs to high-speed descents.

If you’re after a do-it-all trail machine that stays composed on any terrain, the Instinct Carbon 70 is ready to deliver.

Premium Smoothwall™ Carbon Frame

At the heart of the Instinct Carbon 70 is Rocky Mountain’s Smoothwall™ carbon frame.

It's designed to maximise strength-to-weight ratio and deliver a lively, responsive feel on the trail.

the Instinct Carbon's frame has no unwanted flex. It tracks as it should over exposed rocky or tree rooty trails.

Dialled Suspension for Real-World Trails

Equipped with a Fox 36 front fork offering 150mm of travel and a FIT4 damper, the Instinct Carbon 70 stays planted when the trail gets rowdy.

Out back, the Fox Float X rear shock delivers 140mm of smooth rear wheel travel. Perfect for absorbing chunky roots, drops, and technical lines while keeping pedal efficiency in check.

Shimano XT Trail Performance

This trail rig comes built with Shimano XT Trail 4-piston brakes. They delivery reliable, powerful stopping power on steep descents and in all weather conditions.

The proven Shimano XT drivetrain shifts crisply under load. Letting you tackle sudden elevation changes and tight switchbacks with confidence.

Ride-9 Adjustable Geometry

Fine-tune your ride to match the terrain.

The Instinct’s Ride-9 geometry system gives you 9 settings to adjust your head angle and suspension feel. So whether you’re climbing all day, descending steeps, or riding mixed terrain, your bike can be dialled in just the way you like it.