
Öhlins RXF38 m.3 Air
Dual-crown performance in a single-crown design
Specifications
- Color
- Gloss Black with Gold accents
- Wheel Size
- 29"
- Travel
- 160mm, 170mm, 180mm
- Weight
- 2320g (with bolts and axle)
- Axle
- Boost 15x110mm Floating
- Spring
- TTX Twin Tube Air Spring
- Adjustment
- TTX18: 16 LSC / 3 HSC / 16 Rebound
- E-bike Approved
- Yes
Overview
The new RXF38 m.3 features reworked internals and updated settings, built around the race-proven TTX18 cartridge. This stiff fork is the perfect match for e-MTBs, aggressive trail riding and enduro racing, delivering significant performance upgrades on every ride. The RXF38 m.3 fork delivers hard-hitting, dual-crown downhill performance in a single-crown design, with improvements in comfort, sensitivity, and bottom-out control.
Features
38mm stanchion tubes deliver dual-crown downhill performance in a single-crown package for aggressive trail and enduro riding.
Race-proven TTX18 damping technology provides exceptional traction, control, and bottom-out resistance.
Spring booster increases bottom-out progressiveness, optimized for use with volume spacers for fine-tuning ride feel.
16 clicks of low-speed compression, 3 clicks of high-speed compression, and 16 clicks of rebound adjustment.
New surface treatment on stanchions improves small-bump sensitivity, reduces wear, and enhances long-term performance.
Cartridge-based air spring allows quick swaps between air and coil setups for different riding preferences.
Reduced chassis friction and floating axle design minimize resistance for ultra-smooth small-bump tracking.
44mm crown offset optimized for modern trail and enduro bike geometries.
Updated lowers feature gloss black finish with bold new graphics for premium aesthetics.
Race-proven settings bank enables precise tuning for various terrains, from technical climbs to steep descents.
The most advanced trail fork Öhlins has ever created, ready for steeper trails, rougher rock gardens, and bigger gaps.
Real-World Performance
Travel Distance
Designed for enduro racing and park riding. Soaks up 2.5-foot drops and big compressions.
- Handles drops with confidence
- Smooths out rough rock gardens
Weight Impact
Heavier but ultra-stiff - prioritizes descending performance over climbing efficiency.
Damper Technology
Race-proven damping with 16 clicks of low-speed compression, 3 clicks of high-speed compression, and 16 clicks of rebound.
Air Spring Technology
Twin-tube air spring allows complete dial-in of progression from initial movement through bottom-out.
Chassis Stiffness
Exceptional stiffness for enduro racing - maintains precision at high speeds and in rough terrain.
Guides for setup
All guidesSetting Sag
How to properly set up your suspension sag for optimal performance.
Component Compatibility
Avoid expensive fit mistakes between forks, wheels, tires, and cockpit parts before you buy.
Rebound Damping
Mastering the art of return speed for better control and traction.
Compression Damping
Controlling how your suspension compresses
Suspension & Rear Shock Service
Service intervals, maintenance schedules, and DIY vs professional guidance.
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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