CONCLUSION As in the first part of our fork test (BIKE 4/15), the cross-country version of the TS8 is also rather firm. The reason for this is the steep characteristic curve with an early onset of progression and poorer response behaviour compared to the competition. Overall, the Magura feels like it has little suspension travel and lacks comfort.
BIKE judgement GOOD
Price 749 Euro
Suspension travel¹/works specification 101 mm/100 mm
Weight¹ 1743 g
Info www.magura.de
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Setting options Spring stiffness via air pressure, rebound
Lowering/platform No/yes
Max. Ø disc/weight limit 210 mm/130 kg
Available shafts Taper
Available dropouts 15 mm
MEASURED VALUES¹
Installation length 520 mm
Torsional rigidity 25.7 Nm/°
Brake rigidity 208.7 Nm/°
¹BIKE measured values (weight including thru axle and remote lever where applicable. Lefty incl. Lefty-4All adapter).
²The BIKE judgement is independent of price. It is made up of the six criteria and is based on rounded values. BIKE judgements: super, very good, good, satisfactory, with weaknesses, unsatisfactory.
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