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- DDominicReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685REDI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars3 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685RED
Nice fork, but don’t care for neg chamber filling process. Not sure if or how much air is transferring to the neg side when pressing the valve. Would rather have another shreader valve to fill the chamber.
- SAStephen A.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684BI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684B
Helm MKII was purchased to pair up with the Cane Creek AIR IL that I have on my REEB SST.
I purchased the 150mm but I’ve also ridden the 140mm version. This shock is the best riding shock I’ve ridden, it has a great small bump damping effect but can handle the big drops and jumps with ease.
Definitely take time out to learn about how to set up this fork, it functions differently than other forks.
My only criticism is the price point and only because I feel many other riders would choose this shock if the price comparison was better when weighing it against FOX or DVO.
Even with the price I’d recommend this fork without hesitation.
- NPNicholas P.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - Black - BAG0683I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars7 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - BAG0683
First impressions are very good. Good small bump sensitivity but with a very tunable mid-stroke. The high and low speed adjustments make for meaningful changes with aids in the set up. At 140 mm, this helm has dramatically improved my ride for my ibis ripley V4.
- GGregReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Fork made a big change to my bike. I had a Fox Rhythm on it. No control over bottom out. The Helm solved that and gave a much plusher ride.
- LGLouis G.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Soft paint finish on lowers mars and scrapes far to easily, otherwise this fork is flawless. Dampening works as advertised and it is very versatile and user friendly. I would buy another.
Helm MKII AIR
MTB Fork
Helm MKII AIR
MTB Fork
Helm MKII is our highly versatile mountain bike fork, well suited for downcountry, trail, and enduro bikes. We designed it to be super plush while still feeling supportive, and it can adapt to just about any way in which you want to ride it.
It’s the missing puzzle piece when your bike feels outgunned and harsh on rough trails – giving you the confidence to charge into chunky sections with less hesitation.
With zero additional parts, Helm can be setup with anywhere from 120mm to 160mm of travel. It also has a large range of air spring and damper adjustments, where each position represents a meaningful change – making it easier to dial in a setup you love.
- Smooth Sailing: Updates to the MkII damper and seals were designed for maximum plushness
- Dialed Support: Independent compression damping allows you to add support for big hits while still having sensitive suspension to smooth out trail chatter.
- Confident Handling: Helm’s chassis is burly enough for aggressive riding, with the torsional stiffness to make your front wheel go where you point it.
- Adjustments You Can Feel: Independent and wide ranging high and low speed compression adjustments make meaningful changes with each click.
- Hand Built: and individually dyno-tested right here in NC.
- Unique Style: With 8 colored decal kits, and 4 complete Chroma Studio color options, there’s full opportunity to make your bike stand out.
- Travel Adjustable: Easy, at-home travel change (120mm – 160mm) with zero additional parts!
- Two Spring Options: air spring = maximum tunability coil spring = best sensitivity and ground-hugging feel
- Unique air volume adjustment system that allows you to dial in your perfect amount of middle and end-stroke support.
29 inch Helm forks come in a gloss black finish with matte black stickers and 27.5 Helm forks will come in a matte black finish with gloss black stickers.
Looking to add some color? Check out the Helm MKII Air in Chroma Studio.
Get 20% off when you buy our MTB Package.
Orders containing suspension are made to order and ship in 5-10 days.
All 29″ fork returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee.
All 27.5″ forks are final sale.
Limited Edition: Check out our full collection of these highly sought-after Helm forks.
Suspension is built to order, ships in 5-10 days
30-Day returns
Free shipping on orders $99+
- DDominicReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685REDI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars3 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685RED
Nice fork, but don’t care for neg chamber filling process. Not sure if or how much air is transferring to the neg side when pressing the valve. Would rather have another shreader valve to fill the chamber.
- SAStephen A.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684BI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684B
Helm MKII was purchased to pair up with the Cane Creek AIR IL that I have on my REEB SST.
I purchased the 150mm but I’ve also ridden the 140mm version. This shock is the best riding shock I’ve ridden, it has a great small bump damping effect but can handle the big drops and jumps with ease.
Definitely take time out to learn about how to set up this fork, it functions differently than other forks.
My only criticism is the price point and only because I feel many other riders would choose this shock if the price comparison was better when weighing it against FOX or DVO.
Even with the price I’d recommend this fork without hesitation.
- NPNicholas P.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - Black - BAG0683I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars7 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - BAG0683
First impressions are very good. Good small bump sensitivity but with a very tunable mid-stroke. The high and low speed adjustments make for meaningful changes with aids in the set up. At 140 mm, this helm has dramatically improved my ride for my ibis ripley V4.
- GGregReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Fork made a big change to my bike. I had a Fox Rhythm on it. No control over bottom out. The Helm solved that and gave a much plusher ride.
- LGLouis G.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Soft paint finish on lowers mars and scrapes far to easily, otherwise this fork is flawless. Dampening works as advertised and it is very versatile and user friendly. I would buy another.
- DDominicReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685REDI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars3 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685RED
Nice fork, but don’t care for neg chamber filling process. Not sure if or how much air is transferring to the neg side when pressing the valve. Would rather have another shreader valve to fill the chamber.
- SAStephen A.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684BI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684B
Helm MKII was purchased to pair up with the Cane Creek AIR IL that I have on my REEB SST.
I purchased the 150mm but I’ve also ridden the 140mm version. This shock is the best riding shock I’ve ridden, it has a great small bump damping effect but can handle the big drops and jumps with ease.
Definitely take time out to learn about how to set up this fork, it functions differently than other forks.
My only criticism is the price point and only because I feel many other riders would choose this shock if the price comparison was better when weighing it against FOX or DVO.
Even with the price I’d recommend this fork without hesitation.
- NPNicholas P.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - Black - BAG0683I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars7 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - BAG0683
First impressions are very good. Good small bump sensitivity but with a very tunable mid-stroke. The high and low speed adjustments make for meaningful changes with aids in the set up. At 140 mm, this helm has dramatically improved my ride for my ibis ripley V4.
- GGregReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Fork made a big change to my bike. I had a Fox Rhythm on it. No control over bottom out. The Helm solved that and gave a much plusher ride.
- LGLouis G.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Soft paint finish on lowers mars and scrapes far to easily, otherwise this fork is flawless. Dampening works as advertised and it is very versatile and user friendly. I would buy another.
REVIEWS
HEAR WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY
- DDominicReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685REDI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars3 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 44mm Offset - Red - BAG0685RED
Nice fork, but don’t care for neg chamber filling process. Not sure if or how much air is transferring to the neg side when pressing the valve. Would rather have another shreader valve to fill the chamber.
- SAStephen A.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684BI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 150mm - 44mm Offset - Blue - BAG0684B
Helm MKII was purchased to pair up with the Cane Creek AIR IL that I have on my REEB SST.
I purchased the 150mm but I’ve also ridden the 140mm version. This shock is the best riding shock I’ve ridden, it has a great small bump damping effect but can handle the big drops and jumps with ease.
Definitely take time out to learn about how to set up this fork, it functions differently than other forks.
My only criticism is the price point and only because I feel many other riders would choose this shock if the price comparison was better when weighing it against FOX or DVO.
Even with the price I’d recommend this fork without hesitation.
- NPNicholas P.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - Black - BAG0683I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars7 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 140mm - 44mm Offset - BAG0683
First impressions are very good. Good small bump sensitivity but with a very tunable mid-stroke. The high and low speed adjustments make for meaningful changes with aids in the set up. At 140 mm, this helm has dramatically improved my ride for my ibis ripley V4.
- GGregReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Fork made a big change to my bike. I had a Fox Rhythm on it. No control over bottom out. The Helm solved that and gave a much plusher ride.
- LGLouis G.ReviewingHelm MKII AIR Helm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset - Black - BAG0671I recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars9 months agoHelm MKII Air 29 - 160mm - 51mm Offset
Soft paint finish on lowers mars and scrapes far to easily, otherwise this fork is flawless. Dampening works as advertised and it is very versatile and user friendly. I would buy another.
"Mixing incredible levels of control, impressive levels of small-bump sensitivity and bucket loads of adjustability leaves the door wide open when searching for that ultimate set up."
– Jim Bland, World Cup mechanic
Additional Information
Product Specifications
2080 grams
High Speed Compression, Low Speed Compression, Low Speed Rebound
Double-Air spring system. High volume positive and negative air springs
35mm
180mm. *If you are using a Hope Tech brake on a Helm fork, you will need to use a 200mm rotor with appropriate adapter.
Optimized for 130-160mm of travel
Internal, 10mm Increments (160mm down to 130mm)
2 Travel spacers included
"D-Loc" 15mm Bolt-on thru axle / 15mm x 110 BOOST spacing / 51mm and 44mm
64mm wide by 749mm tall (29) / 75mm wide by 739mm tall (27.5+)
Technical Documents