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EXT Aria range · 2 versions

EXTAria V2 DH

€1,100 EU price (US price USD 1,200)

Type
Air, piggyback (DH)
Spring
AS3 dual positive chamber
Adjustments
HSC, LSC, rebound
Bottom-out
DH-specific HBC, +20% force
Weight
667 g
Weight
667 g250×75 mm, actual weight

Overview

EXT Aria V2 DH: downhill/freeride air shock with AS3 dual positive chambers and a DH-specific HBC, 667 g (250×75), priced at EUR 1,100.

The Aria V2 DH is the downhill and freeride version of EXT's Aria V2 air shock. It keeps the AS3 dual positive air chamber system, in which separate + and ++ chamber pressures set sag and the progression of the spring curve without volume tokens.

Compared with the enduro model it gets a DH-specific hydraulic bottom-out control tune that generates 20% more force at the end of the stroke, a dedicated tune for longer shock strokes, and no LOK lever, giving a more compact design for DH frame fitment. It is offered in 230/250 mm standard and 205/225 mm trunnion lengths.

  • DH/freeride air shock with AS3 dual positive chambers
  • DH-specific HBC with +20% end-stroke force
  • Tuned for longer strokes; no LOK for compact fitment
  • Same compression valve as the V4 series
  • 667 g (250×75); EUR 1,100

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Full specifications

Spring

Air spring
AS3 dual positive air chamber

Damper

Design
Monotube, high- and low-speed compression and rebound adjustment
Compression valve
Same as V4 series
Bottom-out
DH-specific Hydraulic Bottom-Out Control, 20% more force at end of stroke
Tune
Dedicated tuning for DH use on longer stroke lengths
Lockout
None (no LOK)
Fluid
EV2S
Reservoir
Large-volume bladder, 55 psi

Chassis

Shaft
Ø14 mm chromoly steel

Compatibility

Metric standard
230/57.5–65, 250/67.5–75 mm (2.5 mm steps)
Metric trunnion
205/57.5–65, 225/67.5–75 mm (2.5 mm steps)

General

Warranty
5 years (2-year legal + 3-year Fiveplus extension)

Manufacturer specification — EXT. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.

EXT Aria versions compared

Aria V2Aria V2 DH
Price€1,100€1,100
TypeAir, piggybackAir, piggyback (DH)
SpringAS3 dual positive chamberAS3 dual positive chamber
AdjustmentsHSC, LSC, rebound, LOK 2.0, HBCHSC, LSC, rebound
MountsMetric standard / trunnion—
Weight622 g667 g
Bottom-out—DH-specific HBC, +20% force
Weight622 g667 g
E-bike rated——

EXT Aria V2 DH: FAQ

How much does the EXT Aria V2 DH cost?

€1,100 (EU price (US price USD 1,200)). Prices vary by country and retailer.

How much does the EXT Aria V2 DH weigh?

EXT quotes 667 g (250×75 mm, actual weight).

Is the EXT Aria V2 DH suitable for e-bikes?

EXT does not specifically rate it for e-bikes. Check the manufacturer’s approval and your bike maker’s recommendations before fitting it to an eMTB.

What are the key specs of the EXT Aria V2 DH?

Type: Air, piggyback (DH); Spring: AS3 dual positive chamber; Adjustments: HSC, LSC, rebound; Bottom-out: DH-specific HBC, +20% force; Weight: 667 g.

What other versions of the EXT Aria are there?

Aria V2 (€1,100).

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