The perfect mix of torque, range and power. The Instinct Powerplay SL packs a punch in a lightweight package.
Trail
Designed for
29, MX, 27.5
Wheel size
145
Rear travel (MM)
550 W
Peak power
65 Nm
Torque
480 Wh
Battery capacity

Lightweight design, heavyweight performance.


Room to roam
The Instinct Powerplay SL is more than an e-MTB. It's an adventure. And with a 480Wh removable battery that charges in under 3 hours, you can keep the good times rolling all day long.

Lighter weight, livelier ride
This bike is pounds lighter than typical full-power e-MTBs. With the combination of our mid-high pivot Smoothlink suspension design, riders will experience improved mid-stroke support and better small bump compliance, resulting in a lively and responsive ride.

No apps, no fuss
Fine-tune settings with a tap, keep your focus on the trail, and let the bike handle the rest. Our crisp and clear Jumbotron, an integrated display, allows for on-the-fly power adjustments.
Room to roam
The Instinct Powerplay SL is more than an e-MTB. It's an adventure. And with a 480Wh removable battery that charges in under 3 hours, you can keep the good times rolling all day long.
Lighter weight, livelier ride
This bike is pounds lighter than typical full-power e-MTBs. With the combination of our mid-high pivot Smoothlink suspension design, riders will experience improved mid-stroke support and better small bump compliance, resulting in a lively and responsive ride.
No apps, no fuss
Fine-tune settings with a tap, keep your focus on the trail, and let the bike handle the rest. Our crisp and clear Jumbotron, an integrated display, allows for on-the-fly power adjustments.



Responsive ride, endless possibilities.

Alex Volokhov, Rocky Mountain Athlete
“The new Instinct Powerplay SL delivers a predictable and natural feel right out of the box. It proves to be incredibly capable yet playful while retaining those classic Rocky Mountain ride characteristics. With a surprising amount of power and range for an SL e-bike, this machine is a weapon on the trails! Huge fan!”
Features & technologies


Proportional rear center
The 10 mm* difference in chainstay length between frame sizes makes the Instinct Powerplay SL’s handling characteristics feel balanced and stable.
RIDE-4™ adjustment system
The RIDE-4 adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine-tune their geometry with a single Allen key. Four configurations are possible thanks to one rotating chip.
Adjustable reach headset
Fine tune your ride with center, +/- 5mm offset options. Available on alloy and carbon models.
Dyname S4 Lite
The Dyname S4 Lite motor is 30% lighter than Dyname 4.0. Its smooth and efficient, offering category leading Peak Power (550W) and Torque (65 Nm).
Removable battery
The Instinct Powerplay SL features a 480 Wh, two-bolt, fully removable battery. It’s sleek, quiet, rattle-free, and streamlined.