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The Helm MKII is our first major revision of the Helm fork lineup and improves on its predecessor in nearly every way.
The Helm MKII includes a newly designed damper featuring a new compression and mid-valve circuit for increased support and control while a new SKF oil seal head and 2.5 weight damper oil reduce friction and provide a more supple ride-feel.
Due to high demand and parts shortages, we are unable to ship Helm 27.5 forks until March, 2021. They are still available to backorder below.
$899.00
The HELM MKII Coil includes all of the innovative features of the original HELM Coil fork including rider-adjustable travel which allows HELM MKII owners to change the travel of their fork at home with just a few common tools.
No additional accessories or parts are needed to change travel lengths on all Helm MKII Coil forks.
The updated damper features a new compression and mid-valve circuit for increased support and control while a new SKF oil seal head and 2.5 weight Motorex damper oil reduce friction and provide a more supple ride-feel
The fork includes low-friction SKF wiper seals on the castings. These seals are typically seen as an after-marketing upgrade on most suspension forks, however they are a stock feature on the HELM MKII.
The HELM MKII comes in 29/27.5+ and 27.5 wheel sizes with both air and coil sprung versions available. The 29/27.5+ version of the fork is available in 51mm and 44mm offset and is adjustable from 130mm to 160mm of travel while the 27.5 fork is available in 44mm offset only and is adjustable from 130mm to 160mm of travel.
29/27.5+ models of the fork will come in a gloss black finish with matte black stickers and the 27.5 model will come in a matte black finish with gloss black stickers. Aftermarket sticker kits are available in brushed silver and gold.
New SKF low friction wiper seals installed in the castings.
| Weight | 2260 grams |
|---|---|
| Damping | High Speed Compression, Low Speed Compression, Low Speed Rebound |
| Adjustments | High speed compression |
| Spring | 55 lb Lightweight Coil Spring included from factory 35-45-55-65 lbs/in springs available on our Parts and Accessories Page |
| Stanchion Diameter | 35mm |
| Minimum Brake Rotor Size | 180mm. *If you are using a Hope Tech brake on a Helm fork, you will need to use a 200mm rotor with appropriate adapter. |
| Travel | Optimized for 130-160mm of travel |
| Travel Adjustments | Internal, 10mm Increments (160mm down to 130mm) (No additional parts required) |
| Axle / Spacing / Offset | "D-Loc" 15mm Bolt-one thru axle / 15mm x 110 BOOST spacing / 44mm |
| Spring Recommendations | 35lb spring – AAG0421 RED – (90-120lbs rider), 45lb spring – AAG0422 BLACK – (120-160lbs rider), 55lb spring – AAG0424 GREEN – (160-200lbs rider) ** Stock Spring in Helm Coil, 65lb spring – AAG0426 BLUE – (200-240lbs rider) With changes in internal travel amount, rider positioning on the bicycle, bicycle head angle, and rider ability/style, spring rates will vary. For assistance please contact Cane Creek or your nearest Certified Service Center |
