RockShoxPike Ultimate
€1,169 MSRP shown on sram.com (Germany region, EUR)
- Travel
- 120–140 mm
- Wheel size
- 27.5" / 29"
- Stanchions
- 35mm tapered wall aluminum
- Damper
- Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCups
- Spring
- DebonAir+ W/ButterCups
- E-bike rated
- Yes (E-bike Approved)
- Weight
- 1,887 g29" Maxle Stealth 140mm Travel 44mm Offset, W/ButterCups, claimed
Overview
RockShox Pike Ultimate: 120–140 mm 27.5" / 29" fork with 35mm tapered wall aluminum stanchions, Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCups damper and DebonAir+ W/ButterCups spring, e-bike approved; MSRP €1169.
Pike is RockShox's trail fork, described as ultra-versatile and light, with a 35 mm chassis and 120–140 mm of travel for 27.5" and 29" wheels. It uses the DebonAir+ air spring, Maxima Plush lubrication and accepts tyres up to 81 mm wide and 180–220 mm rotors; RockShox lists it as e-bike approved.
The Ultimate version runs the Charger 3.1 RC2 damper with ButterCups, while the Ultimate Flight Attendant adds the electronic automatic suspension system with Charger 3.1 Flight Attendant damper. Pike Select uses the Charger RC damper.
- Charger 3.1 RC2 damper with HSC, LSC and LSR adjustment and broader range
- ButterCups block 20% of high-frequency trail chatter
- DebonAir+ air spring with more volume and higher ride height
- New low-friction bushing package and SKF wiper seals
- Short fender compatible, RockShox fender included
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Full specifications
Chassis
- Wheel size
- 27.5", 29"
- Travel
- 120mm, 130mm, 140mm
- Fork offset
- 37mm (27.5"), 44mm (27.5"), 44mm (29")
- Steerer
- 1.5" Tapered
- Axle
- 15x110mm BOOST™ TC Compt
- Upper tube type
- 35mm tapered wall aluminum
Damper
- Damper Type
- Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCups
- Damper adjust
- Crown
General
- Colour
- Electric Red - Gloss, Gloss Black
- E-Bike Approved
- E-bike Approved, E-bike Approved w/E-MTB Decal
- Weight (g)
- 1887 (29" Maxle Stealth 140mm Travel 44mm Offset, W/ButterCups)
Spring
- Volume reducer
- 0/5 Tokens, 0/6 Tokens, 1/6 Tokens
- Spring
- DebonAir+ W/ButterCups
Compatibility
- Max tyre width (mm)
- 81
- Maximum Rotor Size
- 220mm
- Minimum Rotor Size
- 180mm
- Fender Compatibility
- Bolt On - Short
Manufacturer specification — RockShox. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
RockShox Pike versions compared
| Pike Ultimate | Pike Ultimate Flight Attendant | Pike Select | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €1,169 | €1,699 | €855 |
| Travel | 120–140 mm | 140 mm | 120–140 mm |
| Wheel size | 27.5" / 29" | 29" | 27.5" / 29" |
| Stanchions | 35mm tapered wall aluminum | 35mm tapered wall aluminum | 35mm tapered wall aluminum |
| Damper | Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCups | Charger 3.1 Flight Attendant W/ButterCups | Charger RC |
| Spring | DebonAir+ W/ButterCups | DebonAir+ W/ButterCups | DebonAir+ |
| E-bike rated | Yes (E-bike Approved) | Yes (E-bike Approved) | Yes (E-bike Approved) |
| Weight | 1,887 g | — | 1,778 g |
eMTBs that come with the RockShox Pike
RockShox Pike Ultimate: FAQ
How much does the RockShox Pike Ultimate cost?
€1,169 (MSRP shown on sram.com (Germany region, EUR)). Prices vary by country and retailer.
How much does the RockShox Pike Ultimate weigh?
RockShox quotes 1,887 g (29" Maxle Stealth 140mm Travel 44mm Offset, W/ButterCups, claimed).
Is the RockShox Pike Ultimate suitable for e-bikes?
Yes — RockShox lists it as e-bike rated or e-bike specific.
What are the key specs of the RockShox Pike Ultimate?
Travel: 120–140 mm; Wheel size: 27.5" / 29"; Stanchions: 35mm tapered wall aluminum; Damper: Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCups; Spring: DebonAir+ W/ButterCups; E-bike rated: Yes (E-bike Approved).
What other versions of the RockShox Pike are there?
Pike Ultimate Flight Attendant (€1,699), Pike Select (€855).
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