The Magnum (2017) was Manitou's first Boost fork and was built on the 34 mm Mattoc platform. It was designed to take up to 3.4" plus-sized tyres in 27+ and 29+ sizes. The 27+ version could also take 29" normal width (up to 2.5") on boost wheels. OEM versions were fitted to Specialized and Trek plus sized bikes with various custom options.
The Magnum has a firmer compression tune than the Mattoc forks due to the lower shaft speeds expected with 3+ inch wide tyres. Those running normal tyres may want a revalve. We can do this with a "shim shuffle" during service.
From 2018 the Magnum range was absorbed into the Mattoc range.
This fork is not related to the 1995 Magnum or 2001 Magnum.
Brand |
Manitou |
Stanchions |
34 mm Gold |
Model |
Magnum 27+/29" and 29+ Comp or Pro |
Crown & Lowers |
Black |
Release Year/s |
2017 2018 they became Mattocs |
Decals |
Large Manitou graphic & M on other leg |
Damper |
Pro - Manitou MC2 with adjustable HSC, LSC, HBO and LSR Comp - Manitou ABS+ with adjustable LSC and LSR |
Wheel Size |
Boost 27+ (also fit 29") with 110x15 axle Boost 29+ with 110x15 axle |
Spring |
Pro - Dorado air spring with self balancing positive and negative chambers Comp - TS Air spring with coil negative. |
Configurations & Maximum Travel |
Boost 27+/29" 140 mm Boost 29+ 120 mm |
Make your Magnum even better with these upgrades. Purchase either with a Shockcraft service or for DIY installation. Pricing is provided at links below.
High Flow Piston (Pro only) |
These pistons greatly increase oil flow on sharp impacts and on very rough ground at speed, increasing reaction speed, removing high speed harshness and allowing more compression damping to be run |
Infinite Rate Tune (IRT) |
Adds a second individually tunable air chamber to the positive air side of Magnum forks |
Sealing Upgrades Internal |
Internal seal upgrade to reduce bath oil migration. Included in Shockcraft Full Service. |
Wiper Seal Upgrade |
Low friction seals with foam rings for all Manitou 34 mm forks |
Stock |
Maxima 5 wt fork oil in damper - 75 mm oil height Pro, 87 mm Comp Motorex 5W40 Semibath lower leg - 15 cc per side Slickoleum - air piston & seals |
Shockcraft Recommended |
Motorex 2.5 wt fork oil or Hot Oil Pink damper oil Motorex Fully Synthetic or Supergliss lower leg bath oil Slickoleum - air piston & seals |
Final sizing and tolerancing of fork bushings to ensure minimal friction and maximum performance. Cures issue of friction and stiction to improve small bump control. Also reduces break-in time of a new fork to zero.
Burnish sizes are carefully chosen to provide maximum oil film thickness without any knocking or noticable play.
Available immediately for 30 mm, 32 mm, 34 mm, 35 mm and 36 mm forks. Other sizes will have a slight delay as we manufacture tooling.
From US$22.59
To US$32.63
Motorex 2.5 wt fork oil - 15 cSt @ 40°C
Available in 250 ml or 1 L bottles
Refill Bottles - also available in refill bottles here
Motorex 4 wt fork oil
16 cSt @ 40°C
Fox Racing Shox use Motorex 4wt oil in its MY21 DHX2 and FLOAT X2 shocks
Available in 250 ml or 1 L bottles
Refill Bottles - also available in refill bottles here
From US$2.01
To US$359.22
From US$2.01
To US$633.09
From US$2.51
To US$1,999.00
From US$2.01
To US$815.74
From US$2.01
To US$1,902.23
From US$2.51
To US$2,059.99
From US$15.06
To US$1,634.70 Regular Price US$2,008.92
Motorex Fully Synthetic lubricating oil for air pistons and suspension forks lower leg bushings.
Manitou use this exact oil as Semi-Bath fork lubrication.
Specifications:
5W40 grade
88 cSt @ 40C
Pour Point <-50C
This is a slightly less awesome lubricant than Motorex Supergliss but works over a wider temperature range and is better in the cold.
As low as US$11.60
Hot Oil Pink 250 cc for rear shocks and fork cartridge dampers
14 cSt @ 40°C
Alternative product: 34 mm Fork Seal Kit Low Friction Flangeless (Manitou)
Kit includes 2 high quality Trelleborg Flanged seals, 2 foam rings and Slickoleum grease.
Fits 34 mm stanchioned Manitou forks from 2006 to present.
Flanged type for 44mm pocket.
Special compound for low friction & extreme low temperature performance
These flanged seals have the same fork compatibility as the flangeless option.
Flangeless seals provide a tighter fit into the lower leg (to resist popping out with internal air leaks) which makes them more difficult to install than flanged seals.
A seal press tool is not essential for installation of the flanged seals but it does make the job easier.
Manitou Part Code: 141-34000
Replaces Part Numbers 141-30996-K007 & 83-2969
As low as US$92.87
As low as US$123.00
31 mm Pro and Expert piston assembly with seal and Slickoleum assembly grease
Replacement air piston for Manitou Mattoc, Magnum (2015-17) & Mastodon forks with Dorado Air spring system (valve underneath by axle)
Upgrade air piston for 2014 Mattoc forks which had the piston with the single white glide-ring
Manitou Part Code: 141-30996-K023