Manitou Mezzer Expert Suspension Fork

Using the same chassis as Manitou’s Mezzer Pro suspension fork, this model features 37mm stanchions that are constructed from 7000 series aluminium and Reverse Arch technology. This allows it to deliver exceptional stiffness and strength, while also being incredibly lightweight at only 2030g (27.5” option). As a result, the Expert is the second lightest fork in the Enduro category, second only to the Mezzer Pro of course. Another highlight is it comes race-ready with an Expert Air air spring with Incremental Volume Adjust (IVA) for an impressively smooth feel as you charge across challenging terrain conditions. It also offers a wide range of adjustment features from its Variable Terrain Tune (VTT) damper that can easily be tweaked to suit any terrain thanks to its six positions. With adjustable Air, Air Volume, Rebound, 6-position Compression (Open, Trail, Lock), this suspension fork is the smart choice for anyone looking to dive into the Enduro Fork market.

Enduro Fork with Expert Air Spring

Expert Air is derived from Manitou’s Dorado Air system and features a unique balancing valve that equalizes the positive and negative air chambers during the air fill process. This valve is activated only when the pump is threaded completely onto the valve. This gives the spring rate a smooth and consistent feel without any flat or dead spots in the stroke.

Six Position Variable Terrain Tune (VTT) Damper

Adjusted through a single external compression adjuster, both high-speed and low-speed damping characteristics are changed simultaneously when turning the knob. The damper features a fixed shim stack and a secondary shim stack that is preloaded by the external adjuster. In positions 1 and 2 there is an open flow path through the compression damper. In positions 3-6, the adjustable shim stack comes into contact with the piston, increasing platform force. This design provides a wide tuning range that combines the benefits of a low-speed platform and a high-speed progressive tune that can suit any terrain through 6 positions.

Hexlock SL Axle

Manitou’s patented hex axle locks the lower legs in place, eliminating rotation around the axle providing unsurpassed stiffness in a lightweight tooled package.

Additional Item Top Features:

Adjustments: Air, Air Volume, Rebound, 6-position Compression (Open, Trail, Lock)
Offset: 37/44OS (27.5″ Option); 44/51OS (29″ Option)
Ride Height: 534-574mm (27.5″ Option); 554-594mm (29″ Option)
Travel: Multiple options available. Internally adjustable in 10mm increments
Brake Post Mount: 180mm (223mm Max)
Max Tyre Size: 69mm w/ Fender 74mm Without
Optional: Fender Kit (sold separately)
E-Pac: Yes 44OS 140-180 (27.5″ Option); 51OS 140-160mm (29″ Option)

Technologies:

– 37mm stanchions, Reverse Arch design, and Hexlock SL2 axle combined together result in ultimate stiffness.

– Expert Air offers ultimate sensitivity featuring a self-equalizing negative air spring.

– IVA (Incremental Volume Adjuster) allows you to modify your positive air chamber volume by rearranging self contained spacers. You’ll never lose a volume spacer again.

– VTT-6P damper provides 6 easy clicks to dial in your damping for all types of terrain.

– Integrated fender can be installed/removed by three small screws threaded into the arch of the fork.

– TSR (Trail Side Relief) valves on the back of the lower legs allow you to bleed off built up air within the lower legs to keep things butter smooth between service intervals.

Manufacturer’s Part Numbers:

191-36964-A101 Black 29″ x 180mm 44mm
191-37137-A101 Black 27.5″ x 180mm 37mm
191-36964-A103 Black 29″ x 160mm 44mm