Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Rocky Mountain
2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 MSL
Value Guide market data · 2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 MSL
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Overview
About this bike
2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 MSL value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Smoothwall Carbon Front Triangle. FORM 7005 Series Custom Formed Rear Triangle. BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Pipelock Main Pivot. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
- Fork Brand & Model
- Manitou Marvel Pro. 120mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Tapered Steerer
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float DPS Remote Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Firm - Medium - Open Settings
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 730 MSL
- Crankset
- Race Face Aeffect Cinch 170-175mm 2x10spd
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Deore E Mount 2x10spd
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Race
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Font: Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle; Rear: Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
- Tires
- Maxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5inch x 2.25inch R: Ardent Race 27.5inch x 2.2inch
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.