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Helm MKII COIL

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29" - $1,099.99
27.5" - $1,099.99 $659.40



$300 off with coupon code: HELM300OFF

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.

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.

Build your perfect ride

"The bottom-out resistance proved to be invaluable when hitting steep, sharp turns where the majority of my weight was over the front wheel. Resistance deep into the travel meant I could corner harder and faster than when riding a fork that blew through its travel."

– Alex Evans, Bike Radar

Additional information

Weight

2340 grams

Damping

High Speed Compression, Low Speed Compression, Low Speed Rebound

Adjustments

High speed compression (10 positions)
Low speed compression (17 positions)
Low speed rebound (10 positions)
Indexed travel adjust system
Spring pre-load adjust

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-on thru axle  / 15mm x 110 BOOST spacing / 51mm and 44mm

Max Tire Size

64mm wide by 749mm tall (29) / 75mm wide by 739mm tall (27.5+)

Spring Recommendations

35lb spring – AAG0421 RED – (90-120lbs rider)
45lb spring – AAG0422 BLACK – (120-160lbs rider)
55lb spring – AAG0424 GREEN – (160-200lbs rider)
*55lb spring comes pre-installed from the factory
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

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Chris Kennedy

Recently replaced the stock fork on my 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. Not going to lie, initially I just wanted a bougie upgrade to go with my new Tigon. So stoked that I pulled the trigger on the Helm Coil. Insane small bump compliance, better mid stroke and bottom out support than the stock fork. Huge thanks to Andy for the chroma studio touches. The Helm is not only an absolute unit, it looks freaking great too!

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Chris Kennedy

Recently replaced the stock fork on my 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. Not going to lie, initially I just wanted a bougie upgrade to go with my new Tigon. So stoked that I pulled the trigger on the Helm Coil. Insane small bump compliance, better mid stroke and bottom out support than the stock fork. Huge thanks to Andy for the chroma studio touches. The Helm is not only an absolute unit, it looks freaking great too!

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Chris Kennedy

Recently replaced the stock fork on my 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. Not going to lie, initially I just wanted a bougie upgrade to go with my new Tigon. So stoked that I pulled the trigger on the Helm Coil. Insane small bump compliance, better mid stroke and bottom out support than the stock fork. Huge thanks to Andy for the chroma studio touches. The Helm is not only an absolute unit, it looks freaking great too!

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  1. Recently replaced the stock fork on my 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. Not going to lie, initially I just wanted a bougie upgrade to go with my new Tigon.

    So stoked that I pulled the trigger on the Helm Coil. Insane small bump compliance, better mid stroke and bottom out support than the stock fork. Huge thanks to Andy for the chroma studio touches. The Helm is not only an absolute unit, it looks freaking great too!

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Features

The Helm MKII is our first major revision of the Helm fork lineup and improves on its predecessor in nearly every way.

Fully Revised Damper Tune

  • New compression and midvalve circuit for increased support and control
  • New SKF low friction oil seal head cartridge
  • High performance damper oil from Motorex

New SKF low friction wiper seals installed in the castings.

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

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Recently replaced the stock fork on my 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. Not going to lie, initially I just wanted a bougie upgrade to go with my new Tigon.

So stoked that I pulled the trigger on the Helm Coil. Insane small bump compliance, better mid stroke and bottom out support than the stock fork. Huge thanks to Andy for the chroma studio touches. The Helm is not only an absolute unit, it looks freaking great too!

5 months ago
Bryce C.
Bryce C.us
Verified OwnerVerified Owner
5/5

The helm coil fork is one of the best purchases I have made. Very little weight difference and quiet. Very easy to set up. I will run these from now on

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1 year ago
Daniel L.
Daniel L.us
Verified OwnerVerified Owner
5/5

Came from a Fox 36 Fit4 Factory, and the Helm coil is in a completely different and buttery universe. Personally not noticing the weight difference, and as stiff as I need for any Bay Area trail I'm hitting . Any perceptible loss in efficiency while mashing uphill all goes away when using momentum on the trail or when heading down. Stoked.

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1 year ago

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