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DB Kitsuma Coil

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FASTER WITH THE TURN OF A DIAL - $729.99

Notice: Kitsuma Coil is out of stock until early 2024.

Kitsuma is a strong, gravity-first shock that allows you to go faster thanks to a more personalized tune. With the increased ground-tracking sensitivity of a coil spring and the most damper oil of our entire shock family, it offers amazing downhill performance and maximum possible grip. 

Kitsuma’s defining feature is its tool-free, 4-way damper controls. Easily adjusted by hand and offering a visual indication of your settings, Kitsuma encourages you to develop your own custom, pro-level tune – all in the name of supporting you getting down the hill faster and with more control than before.  

Kitsuma favors descending but it’s not afraid to climb, with a rock-solid firm setting, it’s a gravity-first shock that wants to be pedaled to the top of the mountain for another run down. 

Highlights: 

  • Tool-free, 4 way adjustment  
  • 3 position Climb Switch: Descend, Climb, Firm 
  • Coil spring gives greater sensitivity and smoother, ground-hugging feel 
  • Larger diameter damper shaft, more bushing overlap, and redesigned oil seal head for greater durability 
  • Progressive bottom out bumper for greater end-stroke support 
  • Need help tuning your shock? Visit our Rear Shock Tuning Guide

Get 20% off when you buy our MTB Package.

Orders containing suspension are made to order and ship in 5-10 days.

All shocks are built to order by hand in our facility in North Carolina, USA. For estimated build times see below:

  • Standard Mount & Trunnion Mount Kitsuma Coil shocks will ship within 7-10 business days.

Not sure what spring you need? Check out our article Everything You Need To Know About Coil Springs

Coil shocks are sold without Spring or Hardware.

All shock returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee.

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Additional information

Weight

468g (DB Coil 210mm w/o spring)

Damper

Twin Tube independent compression and rebound  damping circuits.  Motorex 4wt Damper Oil.

Adjustments

High speed compression, Low speed compression, High speed rebound, Low speed rebound

Shaft Diameter

9.5mm

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  1. Absolutely game changing. I upgraded from a Fox Float X performance and I could instantly feel an improvement in control and numb absorption, especially at high speeds and on extended runs. I originally wanted the progressive spring but due to back orders, I went with the linear and honestly, I don’t think I’d want a progressive spring. The shock is super tuneable but just doing a couple of hours of research gave me the basic understanding to take advantage of it. Even climbing the shock is amazing with the climb switch.

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Q & A

Hi. I have a 2023 Specialized Turbo Levo Carbon. I am looking for this product for an upgrade. I am 170 lbs. Is this going to fit on my mtb and what do u recommend for springs? Jade asked on November 4, 2023

Our newest shock, Tigon, is ideal for the Turbo levo since it has both a larger 12.5mm damper shaft making the shock very robust when used with clevis mount bikes, and the RAMP tube offers tuneable air support as well. We tested this shock on Turbo Levos during development and it works amazing... https://canecreek.com/product/tigon/

Ben Rea answered on November 6, 2023 store manager
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Looking for a coil set up for my 23, large Orbea Wild. 205x65, I am 195ish. Will the Kitsuma DB work for me or is there a better choice? Also what size Progressive spring, would you recommend? David Donaldson asked on October 31, 2023

You can use either Kitsuma Coil, or, our brand new Tigon shock that features our patent pending RAMP tube. This would be a great option for your Wild. Or a Kitsuma Coil with a progressive spring. Either way, you need a 205/65 sized shock and a spring rate of 500lb for Linear VALT, and the 500-610lb for Progressive. You do not need the Progressive VALT spring if choosing the Tigon shock.

Ben Rea answered on November 6, 2023 store manager
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I’m on a 2023 Specialized Evo. Riding weight 170. Would you recommend a progressive spring. And what weight? Thanks! Brian Lauderdale asked on October 22, 2023

Which "Evo" model do you have? Epic? Stumpjumper? Specialized offers the "Evo" options in a few different models. Email Support@canecreek.com with you exact make/model/year of bicycle and we can help you find the correct spring rate.

Ben Rea answered on October 25, 2023 store manager
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I have a specialized enduro 2022 and i want to upgrade with kitsuma coil. I need a trunnion 205x60 but i want to know which coil to adapt with it. I weighted 170 pounds. Thank you Edi savard asked on October 14, 2023

You will need a 500lb spring and we recommend using our Progressive VALT 500-610lb. Part number: AAD2427

Ben Rea answered on October 16, 2023 store manager
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Will the kitsuma coil fit on a 23 Hightower? Jason Lee asked on October 8, 2023

No, the Kitsuma Coil can contact the frame under hard side loading, and, Santa Cruz does not recommend using Coil shocks on the Hightower.

Ben Rea answered on October 9, 2023 store manager
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Name: Reed Mann
Position: Design Engineer
Year started: 2022
Best part of being a part of the Cane Creek family:  It’s very refreshing to work for a small, tight-knit company where we all share the same passions and to develop new products that make cycling better for everyone.
What you’ll find me doing on the weekends: Obviously riding bikes, but also wrenching on bikes or cars, exploring the mountains, and watching F1 races.
How I got here (at Cane Creek): Feeling pretty unfulfilled with a corporate engineering job, I happened to see that Cane Creek was hiring. I jumped at the opportunity to get my hands dirty working on the latest bike tech and was fortunate enough to be offered the position.