What DVO Suspension does

DVO Suspension Inc. is a privately held, Valencia, California-based manufacturer of aftermarket mountain bike suspension components, operating since 2012 with a headcount of 11-50. Its core product portfolio comprises premium suspension forks (Onyx 38, Diamond 36, Diamond D3) and rear shocks (Jade X coil, Topaz air, plus Prime variants) built around a proprietary D1 damper architecture featuring a 30% larger compression bladder and high-flow compression/rebound porting, an SL Super-Light air spring system, and a dedicated E-Designed chassis engineered specifically for e-MTB kinematics. DVO has secured an exclusive co-development partnership with WP Suspension (PIERER Mobility AG) to integrate Cone Valve technology previously limited to moto applications, and has executed limited-edition lifestyle collaborations with boutique brand RENEN.

DVO monetizes through unit sales of forks ($629-$1,249) and shocks ($149-$599), supported by a full spare parts catalog and a tiered service offering. The Custom Shop service ($150 new / $100 during annual service) delivers certified-technician hand-tuned shim stacks and race oil upgrades that were historically reserved for professional racers. Factory service pricing (effective March 2026) is $185 for fork or air shock service and $170 for coil shock service, with a 20% bundle discount on combined fork-plus-shock service.

Go-to-market is dual-channel: direct-to-consumer e-commerce through dvosuspension.com with worldwide shipping from Los Angeles, complemented by a global authorized dealer and distributor network with a public dealer locator. The customer base spans trail/all-mountain, enduro, e-MTB, downhill, cross-country, and professional athlete segments, with product finder tools and ride-style segmentation (XC, Trail, Enduro, DH) supporting self-guided purchase decisions. No enterprise customers, OEM volumes, or institutional funding are disclosed, and the company operates independently without a parent entity.

Name

DVO Suspension

Legal name

DVO Suspension Inc.

Website

https://dvosuspension.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DVO Suspension Inc. is a Valencia, California-based manufacturer of premium aftermarket mountain bike suspension forks and shocks, serving trail, enduro, e-MTB, and downhill riders through direct e-commerce and a global dealer network, with proprietary D1 damper technology and a WP Cone Valve co-development partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mountain Bike Suspension Components

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

Suspension Systems & Components (Springs/Shocks/Struts/Air Suspension) (IMACAIAA)

Keywords

• Mountain bike suspension
• Suspension forks
• Rear shocks
• Mountain bike components
• Custom suspension tuning

Headquarters

HQ city

Valencia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Suspension Products: Revenue from selling mountain bike suspension forks and shocks directly to consumers and through dealer network. Products include Forks (Onyx, Diamond series), Shocks (Jade, Topaz), and related spare parts.
2. Spare Parts: Replacement parts for all DVO suspension products including seal kits, damper components, air assemblies, springs, and service kits.
3. Custom Shop Services: Custom tuning services where certified technicians perform high-performance race oil changes, custom shim stacks with high performance shims, and hand bleeds. $150 for new products, $100 during annual service.
4. Service and Repair: Factory service including annual service, repairs, and warranty evaluations. Fork Service and Air Shock Service at $185, Coil Shock Service at $170.
5. Merchandise: Branded apparel and accessories including jerseys, t-shirts, hats, face masks, and tools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DVO Suspension designs, engineers, and manufactures mountain bike suspension forks and rear shocks under proprietary damping technologies (D1 damper, SL air spring, Prime compression circuit). The company sells directly to riders through its e-commerce platform and via an authorized global dealer network, with in-house Custom Shop tuning services and factory service programs.

Product overview

DVO Suspension is a mountain bike suspension manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of suspension forks, rear shocks, and related components. The product lineup centers on three fork families (Onyx 38, Diamond 36, Diamond D3) and multiple shock platforms (JADE X coil shocks, Topaz air shocks). The company also offers a Custom Shop tuning service for personalized suspension setup, professional maintenance services (fork, air shock, and coil shock service programs), and a complete range of spare parts. DVO has co-developed exclusive products with WP Suspension (featuring Cone Valve technology) and limited editions with RENEN. Products are sold through dealers/distributors with direct-to-consumer online sales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Onyx 38 D1 SL Premium E-Designed mountain bike suspension fork featuring 38mm stanchions, remastered D1 damper with High/Low Speed Compression and Rebound adjustments, and SL Super-Light air spring system with automatic setup and end-stroke volume spacer adjustability. Targeted at e-MTB riders and aggressive trail riders.
• Onyx 38 SL x WP Premium mountain bike suspension fork co-developed with WP Suspension, combining the Onyx 38 SL chassis with WP's Cone Valve (CV) technology for enhanced torsional stiffness, grip, and reduced rider fatigue. Satin black with DVO x WP branding.
• Onyx D1 38 x RENEN (Limited Edition) Limited edition Onyx 38 D1 SL fork featuring bold zebra graphic treatment, produced in collaboration with boutique gear brand RENEN. Only 75 units available worldwide.
• Diamond 36 D1 SL Versatile mountain bike trail fork with 36mm chassis, SL air spring, remastered D1 damper with 22% increase in bladder volume, and integrated fender. Designed for aggressive trail bikes and lightweight e-bikes.
• Diamond D3 Performance mountain bike fork with 35mm upper tubes, forged hollow crown, and 15x110mm Boost spacing. Features low speed compression, rebound, and closed cartridge damper design.
• Jade X (Coil Shock) Modern coil rear shock combining air shock attributes (pedaling efficiency, on-the-fly adjustments) with trophy truck downhill performance. Features T3 compression adjustment, new rebound design, and bladder air pressure adjust.
• Jade X Prime (Coil Shock) Premium adjustable coil rear shock with externally adjustable high and low speed compression for maximum tuning range. Features refined air bladder system, updated sealhead design, and improved eyelet/shaft overlap for strength.
• Jade X | WP CV (Coil Shock) Coil rear shock co-developed with WP Suspension featuring Cone Valve (CV) technology. Combines Jade X suppleness with WP's unique valve technology for enhanced traction and performance.
• Topaz Prime (Air Shock) Premium adjustable air rear shock with Low-Speed Compression, High-Speed Compression, Low-Speed Rebound, and adjustable bladder pressure. Features adjustable positive and negative air volume via spacers. Available in Metric and Trunnion sizes.
• Topaz Gen 3 (Air Shock) Next-generation do-it-all air rear shock with 27% stronger inner shaft and transverse reservoir layout for improved oil flow and frame clearance. Features T3 compression, dynamic rebound, and adjustable bladder pressure.
• Topaz Gen 1 (Air Shock) Original do-it-all air rear shock with bladder and loader style compression unit. Features T3 compression switch, low speed rebound adjust, bladder pressure adjust, and cooling fins on reservoir.
• Topaz 2 – Maestro HV (Air Shock) Special edition air rear shock tuned for low leverage ratio suspension platforms such as Giant's Maestro system. Features HV (High Volume) negative for reduced breakaway force and transverse reservoir layout.
• Opal HV T3 (Air Shock, OEM) High volume air rear shock with T3 compression and low speed rebound. Sold as an OEM option only, designed for specific frame compatibility.
• Onyx 38 WP / Topaz WP Bundle Complete mountain bike suspension bundle combining the Onyx 38 SL x WP fork with the Topaz WP CV shock, featuring WP Cone Valve technology throughout.
• Custom Shop Tuning Service Custom tuning service for DVO forks and shocks performed by certified technicians. Includes high-performance race oil, custom shim stack with high-performance shims, and hand bleed. Pricing: $150 for new products, $100 when added during annual service.
• Fork Service Professional factory service for DVO suspension forks. Includes full inspection, cleaning, and rebuild. Priced at $185 per unit.
• Air Shock Service Professional factory service for DVO air rear shocks. Includes full inspection, cleaning, and rebuild. Priced at $185 per unit.
• Coil Shock Service Professional factory service for DVO coil rear shocks. Includes full inspection, cleaning, and rebuild. Priced at $170 per unit.
• DVO Spare Parts Aftermarket spare parts including seal kits, air pistons, dampers, bushings, springs, fenders, mounting hardware, and service kits covering all DVO fork and shock models.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% increase in compression bladder volume for improved small bump comfort and reduced cavitation at high speeds
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• WP (Wilder Piston)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive co-development partnership combining DVO's Onyx 38 SL with WP's Cone Valve (CV) technology. Products previously only available on GasGas and Liteville complete bikes. PIERER Mobility AG owns WP trademarks. Joint products include Onyx 38 SL x WP fork and Jade X | WP CV shock with limited availability.
• RENENflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLimited edition collaboration with boutique gear brand RENEN. Delivered extremely limited Onyx 38 D1 SL (75 units) and matching DVO x RENEN jerseys (48 units). Jerseys handcrafted in USA using RENEN's premium vented MESH DRYCYCLE fabric. Designed by Pete Fox.
• PIERER Mobility AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company of WP suspension. Owns trademarks for WP brand used in co-developed products. DVO x WP products shipped in OE packaging (un-branded box).

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• RockShox (SRAM): The dominant mountain bike suspension fork and shock brand, owned by SRAM. Directly competes with DVO across all MTB segments (XC, Trail, Enduro, DH) and is the de facto standard in OE and aftermarket.
• Fox Factory: Premium mountain bike suspension manufacturer (and parent of Marzocchi). Competes head-to-head with DVO in the high-end enduro, trail, and downhill segments where DVO is positioned.
• Manitou: Long-standing MTB suspension fork and shock maker. Competes with DVO in the trail, enduro, and e-bike markets with overlapping product positioning.
• Öhlins: Premium suspension brand historically rooted in motorsport, with a growing MTB line. Competes with DVO at the ultra-premium end of the mountain bike suspension market.
• Marzocchi: Heritage MTB suspension brand now owned by Fox Factory. Competes with DVO in trail, enduro, and downhill categories, particularly on value-oriented offerings.
• X-Fusion: Mountain bike suspension fork and shock specialist. Competes with DVO directly across trail and enduro segments with a comparable performance/price positioning.

Broad incumbents

• DT Swiss: Broad bike component manufacturer whose lineup includes suspension forks, shocks, wheels, and drivetrains. Overlaps with DVO in suspension, but competes from a much wider product portfolio.

Emerging players

• Cane Creek: Specialty bicycle component maker with premium suspension forks and rear shocks (e.g., Helm, Kitsuma). A close niche competitor to DVO in the high-end MTB suspension segment.
• Magura: German component manufacturer best known for brakes but also producing suspension forks and e-bike components. Overlaps with DVO in suspension, particularly in the European market.

Regional players

• Formula: Italian suspension and brake manufacturer with mountain bike product lines. Comparable to DVO in suspension technology, primarily serving the European market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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