Rear Shocks
Rear suspension systems for optimal traction and control
How to choose the right rear shocks
Rear Shocks for enduro riding need to match terrain, speed, and the level of support or control you actually want. This page brings together 20 options from 5 brands so you can compare real differences in ride feel, reliability, and value.
Rear suspension systems for optimal traction and control Observed pricing runs from about EUR 399 to EUR 1299 depending on construction and tier.
Brand
Travel
E-Storia
€1099E-bike dedicated damper with ultimate control
Storia V4
€1069Analog enduro shock with motorsport-derived technology
MOD
€799Enduro and all-mountain coil shock excellence
DHX Live Valve Neo
€999Wireless coil control that adapts to terrain in real time
DHX2 Factory
€799The winning gravity coil shock for Downhill and Enduro racing
FLOAT X2 Factory
€899The definitive gravity air shock optimized for Downhill and Enduro racing
TTX22m.2 Coil
€949Professional gravity coil shock with refined end-stroke control
TTX2Air m.2
€899Premium double-can air shock with ultimate traction and control
Super Deluxe Select
Threshold-equipped value trim for broad trail-bike use
Super Deluxe Select+
Modern Super Deluxe chassis with RCT support at a more attainable trim
Super Deluxe Ultimate
Race-proven trail-to-enduro air shock with intuitive RC2T tuning
Super Deluxe Ultimate Flight Attendant
€1145Automatic Flight Attendant efficiency on the latest Super Deluxe chassis
Vivid Coil Select+
€399Decades of coil dominance distilled into an accessible, high-performance shock
Vivid Coil Ultimate
€775The unmistakable feel of coil, engineered for a new era of enduro and downhill performance
Vivid Coil Ultimate Flight Attendant
€1299AI-powered coil suspension with wireless control
Vivid Select
Simpler RT damper trim that still carries the new Vivid chassis feel
Vivid Select+
More attainable Vivid trim with RCT control and real gravity intent
Vivid Ultimate
€839Big, bold downhill air shock with unmatched tunability
Vivid Ultimate
World Cup-proven gravity air shock with RC2T control and coil-like feel
Vivid Ultimate Flight Attendant
€1199AI-powered downhill performance with wireless AXS integration
Related guides
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Compression Damping
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Suspension & Rear Shock Service
Service intervals, maintenance schedules, and DIY vs professional guidance.
Frequently asked questions
How should you choose rear shocks for enduro riding?
Start with terrain, target speed, and compatibility constraints. Then choose the level of support, stiffness, comfort, or power that actually fits your bike and riding style.
Do you need the most expensive option?
Not necessarily. The right choice is the one that delivers the performance, adjustment range, and reliability your riding actually uses. Mid-tier options often offer the best balance of cost, serviceability, and ride quality.
When should you optimize setup instead of replacing the component?
If your current part is compatible and mechanically healthy, better setup, pressure, bleeding, servicing, or cockpit tuning may solve the problem before a replacement is needed.