Rocky Mountain RIDE-9 User Manual

RIDE-9
™
Setup Guide
2018 Instinct
This guide introduces the geometry and suspension of the
2018 Rocky Mountain Instinct. It describes each of the
bike’s RIDE-9™ positions, and provides setup information
for riders, mechanics, and suspension professionals.

Rocky Mountain RIDE-9 Specifications

General

Brand	Rocky Mountain
Model	RIDE-9
Category	Bicycle Accessories
Language	English

Summary

RIDE-9™ System and Setup

RIDE-9™ System Overview

Explains the RIDE-9™ adjustment system using interlocking chips for geometry tuning.

Setup Tips and Methodology

Provides advice for methodical adjustment of RIDE-9™ position and suspension.

Suspension and Geometry Terms

Suspension Characteristics Explained

Defines suspension rise and progression, explaining their effects on ride feel.

Key Geometry Metrics Defined

Defines Bottom Bracket Drop (BBD), Head Tube Angle (HTA), Reach (R), and Seat Tube Angle (STA).

2018 Instinct Geometry and Suspension

Geometry Updates for 2018

Details the 2018 geometry update and its impact on handling and pedaling.

Suspension Tuning Approach

Explains the four-bar suspension tuning for anti-squat and pedaling performance.

2018 Instinct RIDE-9™ Position Settings

RIDE-9™ Position 1 (Slack)

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 1, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 2

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 2, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 3

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 3, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 4

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 4, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 5 (Neutral)

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 5, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 6

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 6, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 7

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 7, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 8

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 8, its suspension rise, and geometry.

RIDE-9™ Position 9 (Steep)

Details the RIDE-9™ Position 9, its suspension rise, and geometry.