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Dorado Coil
Manitou1441 MSRP

Manitou Dorado Coil

Coil fans rejoice - Smooth consistent feel with zero hassle

Specifications

Color
Black/Gold
Wheel Size
27.5" / 29"
Travel
180-200mm
Weight
2900g (with coil)
Axle
Boost 20x110mm
Spring
Steel Coil (6 spring rates)
Adjustment
ABS+
E-bike Approved
Yes

Overview

Coil Fans Rejoice! Once again, the Dorado is available with a coil option. The new Dorado Coil features the same 37mm chassis as the Expert, but with a more set-it-and-forget-it vibe. The coil spring provides a smooth consistent feel 100% of the time with 0% of any hassle. On the damping side, the ABS+ Damper offers a great adjustment range, terrific reliability, and easy serviceability.

Features

  • Steel coil spring available in six different spring rates: 25lb/in, 30lb/in, 35lb/in, 40lb/in, 45lb/in, 50lb/in for precise weight tuning.

  • Coil spring provides smooth consistent feel 100% of the time without air pressure changes due to temperature or altitude.

  • ABS+ (Absolute Plus) shim stack based damper features external incremental Low Speed compression adjustment for easy tuning.

  • Piston and shim stack adaptable for wide range of riding styles with terrific reliability and easy serviceability.

  • Inverted design provides incredibly smooth consistent feel with constant lubrication of bushings and seals.

  • 37mm stanchions provide major increase in fore-aft stiffness with longer bushing overlap compared to traditional designs.

  • 20% increase in both fore-aft and torsional stiffness compared to previous 36mm Dorado generation.

  • Torsional compliance maintained providing more control to rider over rough trail sections.

  • E-bike certified for demanding use on high-powered electric mountain bikes.

  • Set-it-and-forget-it design perfect for riders who want reliable performance without constant adjustment.

  • Same proven 37mm chassis as Dorado Expert with simplified maintenance and adjustment for hassle-free riding.

  • Uber plush feel reminiscent of legendary coil forks delivering outstanding performance at accessible price point.

Real-World Performance

Travel Distance

Pure downhill performance. Built for World Cup tracks and massive hits.

Weight Impact

Heavier but ultra-stiff - prioritizes descending performance over climbing efficiency.

Damper Technology

Absolute Plus damper with external incremental Low Speed compression adjustment for easy tuning.

Air Spring Technology

Unmatched small-bump sensitivity and linear feel - consistent performance without air pressure changes.

Chassis Stiffness

Revolutionary design with fore-aft rigidity approaching dual-crown forks in a single-crown package.

How we evaluate this component

Product cards, analysis notes, and setup guidance are grounded in public specifications, market positioning, compatibility, and the most likely real-world use cases on trail.

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