Fox 38 Performance Elite: Full control for tough lines
The Fox 38 Performance Elite takes your enduro or e-MTB to a new level. Maximum stiffness, sensitive response, and the finely adjustable GRIP2 damping ensure that you stay fast, safe, and in control for longer, even on brutal trails.
Built for uncompromising descents
The Fox 38 Performance Elite is the fork for anyone who wants to push the limits in the bike park and on enduro stages. The massive 38 mm stanchions and reinforced lowers are precisely tuned for modern enduro bikes and e-MTBs. You get a suspension system that effortlessly smooths out rough roots, hard braking bumps, and fast berms. While you focus entirely on your line, the fork has your back.
High-end performance without showmanship.
The Performance Elite series may forgo the gold Kashima coating, but it delivers the same advanced GRIP2 damping as the Factory models. This means maximum grip, finely adjustable support, and a stable front end, even on the most challenging terrain.
Perfect for modern 29ers and e-bikes
With 170 mm of travel, 29-inch wheels, and a Boost axle, this fork is ideally suited for tough enduro trails and demanding e-MTB use. Thanks to the lower leg channels and bleeder, performance remains consistent even on long, rough descents, as air pressure and lubrication in the casting are optimized. This ensures your bike feels precise, stable, and predictable, even at the end of a long day.
specification
| feature | Description |
|---|
| Axle system | 15 x 110 mm Boost thru-axle with floating axle bearings |
| damping | GRIP2 cartridge with high- and low-speed rebound and compression damping adjustment |
| Area of application | Enduro. Freeride. E-MTB |
| suspension | Float EVOL air spring. Spring rate adjustable via volume spacers. |
| Suspension travel | 170 mm |
| Fork crown | Aluminum. Round. Forward-sloping shape for more tire and frame clearance. |
| Fork steerer | Tapered 1 1/8 inch to 1.5 inch. Aluminum. Approx. 264 mm long. |
| Compatible tire size | Maximum 29 x 2.6 inches. Minimum 6 mm clearance to the crown with the fork fully compressed. |
| Wheel size | 29 inch |
| Lower Leg Bleeders | Vent valves for pressure equalization in the immersion tubes |
| Lower Leg Channels | Channels to optimize air and oil flow for consistent performance and improved lubrication |
| Material of standpipes | Aluminum, black anodized |
| Material of immersion tubes | magnesium |
| Offset | Typically 44 mm for the 29-inch version. Ideal for modern enduro geometries. |
| Standpipe diameter | 38 mm |
| Stiffness | Significantly higher bending, braking, and torsional stiffness compared to the Fox 36. |
| brake mount | Post mount for disc brakes. Compatible with brake discs up to 230 mm. |
| series | Fox 38 Performance Elite E-Bike+ |
| Weight | Approximately 2230 g depending on the version |
FOX Specs
Part number: 910-35-770
Description: 2022, 38, A, FLOAT, 29in, P-SE E-Bicycle+, 170, Grip 2, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, Matte Blk, No Logo, Kabolt-X 110, BLK, 1.5 T, 68HT, 44mm Rake, N/M OE
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Fox 38 Float Performance Elite E-Bike + GRIP2 29 inch suspension fork
- 1 x 15 x 110 mm QR thru axle
- 1 x brake line guide
- Decals
Here's what we think about it
The Fox 38 Performance Elite makes you feel like you can ride difficult trails a notch easier because it effortlessly smooths out rough terrain. Many riders report that they are faster, more controlled, and have significantly more confidence on steep sections and rock gardens with this fork. One user says that his e-enduro bike, with the 38 front end, tracks through rough sections "like it's on rails" while still remaining pleasantly sensitive in his hands. One rider especially praises the adjustability of the GRIP2 damper because it allows her to easily switch between bike park setup and touring mode. If you're looking for a fork that combines race performance and e-bike robustness in one package, the Fox 38 Performance Elite E-Bike+ is an extremely strong choice.
