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THE UNDISPUTED
ALL-MOUNTAIN CHAMPION

Packed with features to dominate the descents, the 36 answers the call from aggressive all-mountain riders. Available in both trail-focused GRIP X and gravity-focused GRIP X2 damper options.

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36 Orange
36 Orange
36 Black

THE UNDISPUTED
ALL-MOUNTAIN CHAMPION

Packed with features to dominate the descents, the 36 answers the call from aggressive all-mountain riders. Available in both trail-focused GRIP X and gravity-focused GRIP X2 damper options.

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SMOOTHER
STIFFER
MORE GRIP

MORE GRIP

Crown

GRIP X

Trail and all-mountain riders no longer need to choose between a descent-focused damper or a lightweight endurance damper. GRIP X exudes exemplary descent performance, refined for less weight, easier set up and an easy access firm mode for pedaling efficiency. Learn more about the new GRIP family »

Crown

STIFFER

36 & 38 Floating Axle

KABOLT X AXLE

A lightweight bolt-on floating axle, the Kabolt X shaves grams while increasing torsional stiffness via a sleeveless, single-sided pinch bolt design. Chassis alignment reduces unwanted friction between the upper and lower fork legs, providing much smoother suspension movement throughout the entire range of travel. The 36 is also available in a convenient tool-free quick-release lever floating axle.

SMOOTHER

Lower Leg Channels

LOWER LEG BLEEDERS AND BYPASS CHANNELS

Bleeders allow atmospheric pressure equalization at the push of a button. Lower leg bypass channels increase volume to alleviate pressure ramping as the fork moves through its travel. Both result in better fork performance by increasing small bump sensitivity and responsiveness.

Lower Leg Channels

STIFFER

Lower Leg Arch

LOWER LEG ARCH

The lower leg design of the 36 shaves every possible gram while maximizing stiffness and strength requirements of enduro and aggressive all-mountain riding.

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36 E-BIKE MODELS

“Factory” says it all – feature-packed and designed to exceed the demands of our Factory-level riders. What we sell is what they race. Factory Series products feature slippery smooth, ultra-durable Genuine Kashima Coat.

Choose your damper: GRIP X2 (Max descending performance) GRIP X (Descent-focused with Firm mode)

Choose your damper:

GRIP X2
GRIP X
(Max descending performance)

SHINY ORANGE

36 Factory GRIP X2 Orange Front
36 Factory GRIP X2 Orange 3/4
36 Factory GRIP X2 Orange side
36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2

SHINY BLACK

36 Factory GRIP X2 Black Front
36 Factory GRIP X2 Black 3/4
36 Factory GRIP X2 Black side
36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2
Wheel Size 27.5 / 29
Travel 150 / 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
SHINY ORANGE SHINY BLACK
Wheel Size 29 27.5 / 29
Travel 160 150 / 160
Rake 44 44
Axle Kabolt X 110 Kabolt X 110
All 36 Factory GRIP X2 Forks
Upper Tube Finish Kashima Coat
Air Channels Yes
Bleeders Yes
Floating Axle Yes
Rotor Size 180 direct Post Mount, Up to 230 compatible
Mud Guard Mount Optional FOX 36/38 Mud Guard with sturdy 4-point direct-mount attachment
Air Spring FLOAT EVOL
Steerer 1.5 Taper
Starting Weight 1929g (36, 29, F-S, 160, Grip X, Kabolt X)*
* Fork weights shown are at 165mm steerer length with star fangled nut and disc brake guide installed.

* Use the FORK BUILDER below to see model configurations

36 Factory GRIP X2

GRIP X2

GRIP X2 is the most tunable, supportive and smoothest descent-focused damper ever created by FOX. Riders reap the benefits of sitting higher in the travel while tires stay glued to the ground, cornering with increased traction. It gives you the confidence to push the limits of downhill and enduro racing, all while reducing overall rider fatigue.

ADJUSTMENTS
High-speed compression 8 clicks
Low-speed compression 18 clicks
High-speed rebound 8 clicks
Low-speed rebound 16 clicks
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
Choose your damper: GRIP X2 (Max descending performance) GRIP X (Descent-focused with Firm mode)

Choose your damper:

GRIP X2
GRIP X
(Descent-focused with Firm mode)

SHINY ORANGE

36 Factory GRIP X Orange Front
36 Factory GRIP X Orange 3/4
36 Factory GRIP X Orange side
36 Factory GRIP X 36 Factory GRIP X 36 Factory GRIP X 36 Factory GRIP X
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Factory GRIP X
36 Factory GRIP X
36 Factory GRIP X

SHINY BLACK

36 Factory GRIP X2 Black Front
36 Factory GRIP X2 Black 3/4
36 Factory GRIP X2 Black side
36 Factory GRIP X 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2 36 Factory GRIP X2
Wheel Size 27.5 / 29
Travel 150 / 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Factory GRIP X
36 Factory GRIP X2
36 Factory GRIP X2
SHINY ORANGE SHINY BLACK
Wheel Size 29 27.5 / 29
Travel 160 150 / 160
Rake 44 44
Axle Kabolt X 110 Kabolt X 110
All 36 Factory GRIP X Forks
Upper Tube Finish Kashima Coat
Air Channels Yes
Bleeders Yes
Floating Axle Yes
Rotor Size 180 direct Post Mount, Up to 230 compatible
Mud Guard Mount Optional FOX 36/38 Mud Guard with sturdy 4-point direct-mount attachment
Air Spring FLOAT EVOL
Steerer 1.5 Taper
Starting Weight 1929g (36, 29, F-S, 160, Grip X, Kabolt X)*
* Fork weights shown are at 165mm steerer length with star fangled nut and disc brake guide installed.

* Use the FORK BUILDER below to see model configurations

36 Factory GRIP X

GRIP X
Trail riders no longer need to choose between a descent-focused damper or a lightweight endurance damper. GRIP X exudes exemplary descent performance, refined for less weight, easier set up and an easy access firm mode for pedaling efficiency.

ADJUSTMENTS
High-speed compression (w/VVC) 15 clicks
Low-speed compression 16 clicks
Low-speed rebound 17 clicks
36 Factory GRIP X
36 Factory GRIP X
36 Factory GRIP X

Performance Elite forks retain the same adjustments, features, dampers, weight, and 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Factory Series, but have black anodized stanchions instead of Genuine Kashima Coat.

Damper: GRIP X (Descent-focused with Firm mode)

Damper:

GRIP X
(Descent-focused with Firm mode)
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black Front
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black 3/4
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black Side
36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X

MATTE BLACK

36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black Front
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black 3/4
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Black Side
36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X 36 Performance Elite GRIP X
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Performance Elite GRIP X
36 Performance Elite GRIP X
36 Performance Elite GRIP X
MATTE BLACK
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle Kabolt X 110
36 Performance Elite GRIP X Forks
Upper Tube Finish Black Anodized
Air Channels Yes
Bleeders Yes
Floating Axle Yes
Rotor Size 180 direct Post Mount, Up to 230 compatible
Mud Guard Mount Optional FOX 36/38 Mud Guard with sturdy 4-point direct-mount attachment
Air Spring FLOAT EVOL
Steerer 1.5 Taper
Starting Weight 1929g (36, 29, F-S, 160, Grip X, Kabolt X)*
* Fork weights shown are at 165mm steerer length with star fangled nut and disc brake guide installed.

Use the FORK BUILDER below to see model configurations

36 Factory GRIP X

GRIP X
Trail riders no longer need to choose between a descent-focused damper or a lightweight endurance damper. GRIP X exudes exemplary descent performance, refined for less weight, easier set up and an easy access firm mode for pedaling efficiency.

ADJUSTMENTS
High-speed compression (w/VVC) 15 clicks
Low-speed compression 16 clicks
Low-speed rebound 17 clicks
36 Performance Elite GRIP2
36 Performance Elite GRIP2
36 Performance Elite GRIP2

Performance Series forks retain the same black anodized 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Performance Elite, except paired with a GRIP damper. Push-button bleeders are not included but can be purchased separately.

Damper: GRIP (Two position on-the-fly adjustability)

Damper:

GRIP
(Two position on-the-fly adjustability)
36 Rhythm GRIP Black Front
36 Rhythm GRIP Black 3/4
36 Rhythm GRIP Black Side
36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP

MATTE BLACK

36 Rhythm GRIP Black Front
36 Rhythm GRIP Black 3/4
36 Rhythm GRIP Black Side
36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP 36 Rhythm GRIP
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle 15QR x 110
36 Rhythm GRIP
36 Rhythm GRIP
36 Rhythm GRIP
MATTE BLACK
Wheel Size 29
Travel 160
Rake 44
Axle 15QR x 110
36 Performance GRIP Forks
Upper Tube Finish Black Anodized
Air Channels Yes
Rotor Size 180 direct Post Mount, Up to 230 compatible
Air Spring FLOAT EVOL
Steerer 1.5 Taper
Starting Weight 1929g (36, 29, F-S, 160, Grip X, Kabolt X)*

Use the FORK BUILDER below to see model configurations.

36 Rhythm GRIP

GRIP
The GRIP damper tune is updated with pressure balancing to maximize damping performance while utilizing the spring-backed internal floating piston of our more advanced GRIP dampers.

GRIP allows excess oil to purge through specially designed ports at the top of the damper to maintain consistent damping and increase durability.

ADJUSTMENTS
Three on-the-fly compression damping positions Open, Medium, Firm
Additional micro-adjust between settings Detents
Low-speed rebound 10 clicks
36 Rhythm GRIP
36 Rhythm GRIP
36 Rhythm GRIP

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Step-Cast
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Standard
E-Bike
Series Factory Performance Elite Performance
Wheel Size 27.5in 29in
Travel 150 160
Axle Style 15QR Kabolt X
Axle Width 110
Damper GRIP X2 GRIP X GRIP
Adjustments HSC/LSC/LSR HSC/LSC HSR/LSR 3-position Lever
Air Spring FLOAT
Upper Tube Finish Kashima Black Ano
Steerer 1.5 T
Color Matte Black Shiny Black Shiny Orange
Rake 44mm

All 36 forks have adjustable air spring pressure and rebound adjust.

COMPATIBLE MUD GUARDS

CLEAN LINES
FOR CLEANING LINES

36/38 small mudguard mounted

STANDARD MUD GUARD

Keep the mud off your fork and out of your eyes with this optional add-on Mud Guard designed specifically for 2021 and newer FOX 36 and 38 fork models. Mounts directly to the fork thanks to a proprietary 4-point direct mount system.

BUY STANDARD MUD GUARD
36/38 standard mudguard top
36/38 standard mudguard side
36/38 XL mudguard mounted front
36/38 XL mudguard mounted back

XL MUD GUARD

This optional add-on XL Fork Mud Guard keeps the spray out of your face and adds even more protection for your fork’s stanchions and seals. Designed specifically for 2021 and newer FOX 36 and 38 fork models, and built to give you 85% more coverage than the small, this guard mounts directly onto the fork thanks to a proprietary 4-point direct mount system.

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36/38 XL mudguard top
36/38 XL mudguard side
36/38 XL mudguard mounted front
36/38 XL mudguard mounted back
36 tuning guide

2025 36 OWNER'S GUIDE

Learn how to quickly set sag, air spring pressure, compression adjustments, rebound adjust, additional tuning options and more.

The recommended settings in this tuning guide are designed to be a starting point, in order to get you out on your first ride in as few steps as possible.

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COMPLETE 2025 ONLINE OWNER'S MANUAL

36 & 38 FORKS »

 

SERVICE INTERVALS »

To best maintain the performance and durability of your product under normal use, FOX recommends that you have regular fork and shock maintenance performed according to the service intervals.

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