Born from the frustration of the Hayes product development team when trying to find high-quality components for their kids, they went full gas into developing a legit line of youth products, reflecting and sharing attributes, ride quality, and performance functions built for adult riders. JUnit components feature youth sized 20”, 24” and 26" suspension, wheels, hydraulic brakes, and a unique handlebar/grip system, specifically tailored for youth-sized hands.
Manitou Machete JUnit 24" air spring assembly Dorado Expert spring type (positive and negative air) Shaft assembly including volume spacers, travel spacers and stanchion cap M30 x 1.0 shaft threads, 28 mm piston. M12 x 1.5 foot threads Fits 100-145 mm travel.
Manitou Machete JUnit 20" air spring assembly Dorado Expert spring type (positive and negative air) Shaft assembly including volume spacers, travel spacers and stanchion cap M30 x 1.0 shaft threads, 28 mm piston. M12 x 1.5 foot threads
This is the first generation 32 mm version of the Manitou JUnits. We have been able to secure a small number of 20" JUnit Pro 32 mm forks, which are incoming from Manitou ex-USA. Please contact us to check availability.
A high performance suspension fork for 20" and 24" wheeled bikes, bringing performance, speed and safety to younger riders.
The Machete JUnit Pro is the evolution of Manitou's JUnit suspension line. Building off of the already incredible Machete JUnit Expert, the Pro offers an added level of adjustability with IRT (Infinite Rate Tune). IRT offers improved small bump sensitivity without sacrificing any mid to late stroke support. This is especially important for youth riders who can easily be bumped off line by roots and rocks a heavier rider may not even notice. Available in both 20" and 24", this fork is a great upgrade for any youth rider looking to have more control on the trail.
20" Machete JUnit Pro is also available for fitment to cargo bikes (details here).
Available for order now. If not in stock please contact us and we can advise ETA.
1.5" headset lower cup assembly available to adapt Scott Roxter, Trek Roscoe, Avanti Montari and other bikes to fit the tapered steerer of the Manitou JUnit Machete. Choose either the Premium version of the 1.5" headset lower cup assembly (with stainless steel bearings) or non-premium (chromium bearings)
This headset cup can adapt Scott Roxter, Trek Roscoe, Avanti Montari and other bikes to take a tapered steerer fork like the Manitou JUnit.
1.5" headset lower cup assembly to adapt a 44 mm head-tube to a 1.5" taper steerer Includes aluminium lower cup with 12 mm spigot, ACB3645 1.5" cartridge bearing and 36 degree crown race Premium version with stainless steel bearings also available here
This headset cup can adapt Scott Roxter, Trek Roscoe, Avanti Montari and other bikes to take a tapered steerer fork like the Manitou JUnit.
1.5" headset lower cup assembly to adapt a 44 mm head-tube to a 1.5" taper steerer (premium version with stainless steel bearings) Includes aluminium lower cup with 12 mm spigot, ACB3645 1.5" stainless steel cartridge bearing and 36 degree crown race Black version with chromium steel bearings also available here
Riese & Müller Load 60 or 75 cargo bikes need better suspension. Shockcraft has a complete (front and rear) suspension upgrade package using a Manitou JUnit fork for the front and Manitou Mara Inline air shock for the rear. A front only suspension upgrade can be purchased by not selecting the Rear Suspension Air Shock & Rear Shock Hardware options. The full package includes a new fork, new shock, new lower headset, new shock hardware plus: • Configuration of the fork and modification to the headset so they bolt straight on. • Wheel rebuild with new hub to fit the new fork. • Custom manufactured black anodised aluminium brackets to mount the light & mud guard to the new fork.
Existing rim, spokes and nipples will be reused if condition allows.
Includes installation by Shockcraft - kit also available for customer fitment here
See Related Products for more info & images for each component in this suspension upgrade kit
Please contact us to confirm availabilty for kit components Learn More
Riese & Müller Load 60 or 75 cargo bikes need better suspension. Shockcraft has a complete (front and rear) suspension upgrade package using a Manitou JUnit fork for the front and Manitou Mara Inline air shock for the rear. A front only suspension upgrade can be purchased by not selecting the Rear Suspension Air Shock & Rear Shock Hardware options.
The full package includes a new fork, new shock, new lower headset, new shock hardware plus: • Configuration of the fork and modification to the headset so they bolt straight on. • New hub to fit the new fork, to be built into existing wheel using existing rim, spokes and nipples if condition allows. • Custom manufactured black anodised aluminium brackets to mount the light & mud guard to the new fork.
Kit only (does not include installation by Shockcraft) - kit available with installation here
See Related Products for more info & images for each component in this suspension upgrade kit
Please contact us to confirm availabilty for kit components Learn More
Riese & Müller Packster 70 cargo bikes need better suspension. Shockcraft has a front suspension upgrade package using a Manitou JUnit fork. The package includes a new fork & new lower headset plus: • Configuration of the fork and modification to the headset so they bolt straight on. • New hub to fit the new fork, to be built into existing wheel using existing rim, spokes and nipples if condition allows. • Custom manufactured black anodised aluminium brackets to mount the light & mud guard to the new fork.
Kit only (does not include installation by Shockcraft) - kit available with installation here
See Related Products for more info & images for each component in this suspension upgrade kit
Note photo is of a Manitou Machete JUnit Expert fork installed on a Riese & Müller Load 60/75 cargo bike
Please contact us to confirm availability of kit components Learn More
Riese & Müller Packster 70 cargo bikes need better suspension. Shockcraft has a front suspension upgrade package using a Manitou JUnit fork. The package includes a new fork, new lower headset plus: • Configuration of the fork and modification to the headset so they bolt straight on. • Wheel rebuild with new hub to fit the new fork. • Custom manufactured black anodised aluminium brackets to mount the light & mud guard to the new fork.
Existing rim, spokes and nipples will be reused if condition allows.
Includes installation by Shockcraft - kit also available for customer fitment here
See Related Products for more info & images for each component in this suspension upgrade kit
Note photo is of a Manitou Machete JUnit Expert fork installed on a Riese & Müller Load 60/75 cargo bike
Please contact us to confirm availability of kit components Learn More
Custom manufactured black anodised aluminium brackets to mount the light & mud guard to new Manitou JUnit when installed on Riese & Müller Packster 70 & Load 60/75 Cargo Bikes
Only available for purchase with suspension upgrades for the Riese & Müller Packster 70 & Load 60/75 Cargo Bikes (see Related Products) Learn More
Fork service kit containing fork internal air and oil o-ring kit, wiper seals, fork oil, bath oil, grease and oil syringe Optional upgrade & service parts available
Fits Manitou Machete JUnit Expert & Pro forks 2018+, excl 2023+ JUnit Pro & Expert forks (these have 34 mm stanchions - kits here) Learn More
A high performance suspension fork for 24" and 26" wheeled bikes, bringing performance, speed and safety to younger riders.
The JUnit 34 mm Pro is a professional level fork with differences only coming from the size and tune specific to younger riders and their unique needs. Everything else is built up to the standards of the most demanding athlete competing at the sport's highest level, yet tailored to give specific benefits to the next generation of mountain biking stardom.
At 1,750 grams the Pro version of the JUnit is extremely light, especially considering its 100 to 160 mm travel range.
The Dorado Air spring with IRT derives from the same technology used in Manitou's top professional adult forks. The VTT 6 position compression damping and half cartridge adjustable TPC rebound dampening make for a ride that most adults would envy. With adjustable air, IRT, rebound and 6-position compression, even smaller riders can enjoy the uncommon benefit of a suspension performance tailored to their specific and individual needs.
Available for special order ex-Manitou USA. Please contact us to check availbility.
A high performance suspension fork for 24" and 26" wheeled bikes, bringing performance, speed and safety to younger riders.
The JUnit 34 mm Expert combines a stiff, 34 mm chassis with the most functional suspension performance available on the market for younger riders.
The 100 to 160 mm travel range ensures that this single fork can cover nearly any discipline your young rider cares to take on. It has the adjustability to allow them to change their minds without the need to change forks.
This 1,840 gram fork is sturdy, reliable, yet plenty light enough for smaller riders to control comfortably.
The Expert Air spring with IVA, ABS+ compression damping and in-leg adjustable TPC allows for big performance for growing riders. Adjustable air, air volume, rebound and compression ensure that the performance is not only tailored to a younger rider but precisely to your younger rider and his or her specific needs.
Available for special order ex-Manitou USA. Please contact us to check availbility.
A high performance suspension fork for 20" and 24" wheeled bikes, bringing performance, speed and safety to younger riders.
The JUnit 32 mm Comp is a professional level fork that is both lightweight and high quality.
Lightweight riders benefit from the easily adjustable Expert Air spring system, adjustable rebound and Manitou's proven and highly tunable ABS+ damper.
Available for special order ex-Manitou USA. Please contact us to check availbility.
ABS+ compression damper kit to fit Manitou J-Unit Machete 20" forks. Includes damper and plastic adjuster knob with retainer screws. Comp level with pastic knobs and damper piston. Shorter length than usual 32mm ABS+ dampers. Fitment: M30 x 1.0 mm cap threads, 27.85-28.9 mm piston Tune: J-unit Kids. Fully tunable and re-valvable to fit any rider weight or terrain.