The Hayes group just reintroduced the XC-focused Manitou R7 suspension fork. They claim light enough for XC racing but tough enough for long and punishing rides. Find the details here…

With a relatively lightweight chassis, the Manitou R7 was a popular option for XC racers back in the mid-2000s. Today, the Hayes Group reintroduced the Manitou R7 and positioned it for XC riders looking to get rowdy or tackle big rides. Here are the specs and a few photos from the release.

Manitou R7 Pro ($849.99)

The new R7 Pro features a 3-position, VTT Pro damper with a lightweight and stiff 32mm chassis and an independent true lock-out. Here are the specs and you can learn more at HayesBicycle.com.

  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Weight: 27.5″ = 1625.2g (estimated, 120mm 44OS)
  • Weight: 27.5+/29″ = 1648.1.0g (estimated, 120mm 51OS)
  • Travel: 80-120mm
  • Steerer: 1.5″ Tapered Aluminum
  • Spring: Dorado Air w/ IVA
  • Crown: Forged aluminum, deep hollow bore SLVR
  • Compression Damping: VTT PRO
  • Rebound Damping: Half-cartridge adjustable TPC
  • Adjustments: 3-Position Compression w/ Open Mode Adjust, Rebound, Air Pressure, IVA Position
  • Stanchions: 32mm 7000 Series Aluminum
  • Brake: 160mm Post Mount (180mm max rotor size)
  • Axle: Hexlock2 15mm Axle
  • Axle to Crown: 27.5″ = 471 – 511mm27.5+/29″ = 484.5 – 524.5mm
  • Options: QR15, fender kit, short offset crown, remote lockout
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork

Manitou R7 Expert ($699.99)

The new R7 Expert pairs a 3-position, dual piston VTT damper with a lightweight and stiff 32mm chassis. Here are the specs and you can learn more at HayesBicycle.com.

  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Manitou R7 Fork
  • Weight: 27.5” 120 44OS = 1822g, 27.5” 120 37OS = 1789g
  • Weight: 29” 120 51OS = 1845g, 29” 120 44OS = 1812g
  • Travel: 80-120mm
  • Steerer: 1.5″ Tapered Aluminum
  • Spring: Expert Air
  • Crown: Forged aluminum, hollow bore GBLK
  • Compression Damping: VTT
  • Rebound Damping: In-leg adjustable TPC
  • Adjustments: 3-Position Compression (Open, Trail, Lock), Rebound, Air Pressure
  • Stanchions: 32mm 6000 Series Aluminum
  • Brake: 160mm Post Mount (180mm max rotor size)
  • Axle: Hexlock 15mm Axle
  • Axle to Crown: 27.5″ = 471 – 511mm 27.5+/29″ = 484.5 – 524.5mm
  • Options: QR15, fender kit, short offset crown

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