Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Rocky Mountain
2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL
Value Guide market data · 2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL
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Price over time - 2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL
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All Instinct model years
2024$7,346 - $8,531▼ 17% vs. 2016
2023$9,113 - $10,583▲ 3% vs. 2016
2022$9,113 - $10,583▲ 3% vs. 2016
2021$9,718 - $11,285▲ 10% vs. 2016
2020$6,788 - $7,883▼ 23% vs. 2016
2019$5,672 - $6,587▼ 36% vs. 2016
2018$5,486 - $6,371▼ 38% vs. 2016
2017$5,208 - $6,048▼ 41% vs. 2016
2016$8,835 - $10,260Currently viewing
2015$8,370 - $9,720▼ 5% vs. 2016
2014$7,068 - $8,208▼ 20% vs. 2016
2013$4,092 - $4,752▼ 54% vs. 20162016 Instinct 970 MSL lineup
Overview
About this bike
2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Smoothwall Carbon. ABC + BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
- Fork Brand & Model
- Fox 32 Float Fit4 Adjust. 130mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Adjustable Open Settings / Tapered Steerer
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float DPS Remote Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 130mm. Rebound / Remote Firm - Medium - Open Settings / EVOL Air Sleeve
- Fork
- Fox 32 Float Fit4 Adjust. 130mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Adjustable Open Settings / Tapered Steerer
- Frame
- Smoothwall Carbon. ABC + BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL
- Crankset
- Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 2x11spd
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano XT 11-40T 11spd
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano XT E-Type Mount 2x11spd
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spd
- Chainrings
- 36/26
- Shifters
- Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec II 2x11spd
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Race
- Stem
- RMB 35mm 7° x 60-80mm
- Handlebars
- Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise 35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
- Seat Post
- RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper post
- Tape/Grips
- Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano XT
- Tires
- Maxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29" x 2.4" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29" x 2.35"
- Spokes
- WTB 2.0-1.8 Butted
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- Stan's ZTR Rapid 28 Tubeless Ready
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.