The Cane Creek Kitsuma Coil is the brand’s most gravity-oriented rear shock, purpose-built for riders who demand maximum stability, sensitivity, and consistency on the fastest and roughest descents.
With the largest oil volume in the Cane Creek shock lineup, the Kitsuma delivers exceptional heat management and damping control over long, punishing runs. Its coil-spring sensitivity offers unparalleled traction, a deeply planted feel, and buttery-smooth response that stays predictable at high speed.
The second-generation Kitsuma introduces a fully redesigned adjustment system:
four damping circuits (HSC / LSC / HSR / LSR), each with a single-rotation 360° dial featuring clear position markings. No tools. No counting clicks. No guesswork.
Just fast, intuitive tuning — like reading the hands of a clock.
Paired with Cane Creek’s patented Climb Switch, which simultaneously alters both compression and rebound circuits, the Kitsuma provides efficient climbing performance without compromising traction. An additional full lockout position optimizes efficiency during long climbs or pavement transitions.
Designed for long-travel Enduro and DH bikes that prioritize descending performance, the Kitsuma Coil is built for riders who want maximum grip, confidence, and tunability.
FEATURES
Gravity-First Performance
Most downhill-focused shock in the Cane Creek range
Massive oil volume for consistent damping on long, rough descents
Coil spring delivers unbeatable sensitivity, traction, and a planted, predictable feel
Unmatched Stability & Grip
Composed and controlled on chunky, rock-strewn terrain
Predictable through jumps, landings, compressions, and G-outs
Exceptional traction that keeps the rear wheel glued to the ground
Comes alive at speed — smoother, calmer, more confident
Second-Generation Tuning System
Four independent adjustments:
High-speed compression
Low-speed compression
High-speed rebound
Low-speed rebound
New 360° single-turn dials with laser-etched markings
Faster, clearer, more intuitive tuning
Improved HSC/HSR usable range for easier fine-tuning
Updated valve seats & damper materials for greater reliability
Climb Switch — OPEN / CLIMB / LOCK
Simultaneously adjusts compression & rebound
Eliminates pedal bob without sacrificing traction
CLIMB mode: firm, supportive, efficient
LOCK mode: full lockout for long climbs or road transfers
Best-pedaling gravity shock available
WHY CHOOSE COIL?
Coil Spring Advantages:
Maximum sensitivity & grip
Most consistent performance on long, rough descents
Smooth, predictable, and highly durable
“Set it and forget it” spring rate
Air Spring Advantages (for comparison):
Lighter weight
Easily tunable progression with volume spacers
Better for heavier riders
More pop & bottom-out adjustability
SPECIFICATIONS
Colors
Black
Silver (limited quantities)
Sizes
Standard Mount: 210 / 230 / 250 mm (various stroke options)
Trunnion Mount: 185 / 205 / 225 mm (various stroke options)
Damper
Twin-tube design
Independent HSC / LSC / HSR / LSR circuits
Motorex 4 wt damper oil
Largest oil volume of all Cane Creek shocks
Adjustments
High-speed compression
Low-speed compression
High-speed rebound
Low-speed rebound
(Air version includes tool-free volume reduction — coil version does not require it)
Climb Switch
OPEN / CLIMB / LOCK
Controls both compression & rebound simultaneously
Shaft
9.5 mm solid steel
Weight
Air: approx. 585 g
Coil (w/o spring): approx. 417 g
Weight varies by size
Manufacturing
Hand-built in Fletcher, North Carolina, USA
Individually dyno-tested for performance validation
