Lyrik E1 Select 29in Fork

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"The LinearXL air spring in the Lyrik E1 Select 29in Fork changes the conversation about what a mid-tier trail fork can feel like. The ramp-up through the stroke is progressive enough to prevent blow-through on hard hits but supple enough off the top that small bump performance is genuinely impressive for the price point. Paired with the Delta RC damper's clean independent adjustments, this is a fork that serious trail riders can set up confidently and trust all season without reaching for an upgrade."

RockShox built the Lyrik around a clear performance brief: a trail fork that is light enough to pedal all day and capable enough to charge descents without compromise. The Lyrik E1 Select 29in Fork delivers on that brief with a component spec that punches meaningfully above its price point, anchored by two genuinely new technologies that redefine what this generation of the fork can do on the trail.

The LinearXL air spring is the defining feature of the new Lyrik platform. Unlike conventional air springs that can feel harsh mid-stroke or unpredictable at end-stroke, the LinearXL is tuned for a consistent ramp-up that mimics the feel of a coil spring through the travel. Off the top it is supple and responsive to small trail chatter, through the mid-stroke it builds support progressively for bigger hits and compressions, and a fixed bottom-out system provides controlled end-stroke behavior that prevents harsh bottom-outs without adding the uncertainty of a traditional bottom-out bumper. The result is a fork that riders can push harder with greater confidence across a wider range of terrain and conditions.

The Delta RC damper completes the package with an approach that prioritizes ease of use without sacrificing tuning range. Independent low speed compression and rebound adjusters give riders meaningful control over how the fork responds to braking bumps, square-edged hits, and high-speed chatter, while the external interface is designed to be intuitive enough to adjust on the trail without consulting a manual. The damper operates virtually silently, which is a small detail that contributes meaningfully to the composed, confidence-inspiring feel of the overall package.

Supporting the core spring and damper hardware, low-grab SKF wiper seals deliver long-lasting smooth performance by reducing stiction at the seal interface, and Maxima 920 blended 15-weight oil minimizes internal friction across the damper system. The 15x110mm Boost axle standard and tapered 1.125 to 1.5 inch steertube ensure compatibility with the full range of modern trail and enduro frames. Available in 140, 150, 160, and 170mm travel options with internally adjustable travel, the Lyrik E1 Select 29in Fork is a genuinely versatile platform that can be tuned to match the demands of the specific terrain and riding style it will be asked to handle.