Forks play a crucial role in your BMX bike. Most complete bikes come with low-quality 50% chromoly forks. In this post, I’ll tell you 15 of my favorite BMX forks and explain why they are worth shelling out the $$$ to get them.
My #1 pick for forks is going to be the Odyssey R-Series forks. This includes R25, R32, and R15. They have a lifetime warranty and are incredibly strong. I’ll go more in-depth about them later in this post. There are so many fork options, but I just switched back to my R25 forks after trying tons of other options.
15. Salt Plus EX Fork
Most affordable BMX Forks.
| Price | $79.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 28 |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Chromoly Steel |
| Weight (oz) | 40.49 oz |
| Color | Glossy Black |
Highlights
- 1 pc Steer Tube
- Full chromoly legs
- Full Chromoly Steer tube
- 28mm offset
The Salt EX forks are good forks to upgrade if you are switching from cheap hi-tensile steel forks. These forks off the strength of full chromoly for 1/2 the price of other forks. Salt is a lower-tier brand to Eclat and Wethepeople so their parts are quality.
Are the Salt Plus EX Forks any good?
Compared to hi-tensile steel or 50% chromoly forks, the difference is night and day. The Salt Plus EX forks will last an intermediate rider a long time. If money is tight and you need an upgrade, these are great.
Just a heads up, the reason these are so much cheaper is that the chromoly is NOT heat treated. So while these forks are stronger than hi-tensile steel, they are not as good as heat-treated $200 forks. But should a beginner really worry about that? No.
14. Fiction Shank Fork
Coolest Looking Forks.
| Price | $99.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 26mm |
| Front Brakes? | Yes |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Chromoly Steel |
| Weight (oz) | 39 oz |
| Color | Matte Black|Red Splatter|Chrome |
Highlights
- Full Chromoly
- Extra Clearance for pegs
- 26mm offset
The Fiction Shank forks are beefed up in the drop outs so peg riding will not be an option. These are good full chromoly upgrades for right at $100. The Shank forks are designed to work with integrated headsets, as well as press fit headsets. If you’re low on cash, these are decent and they look cool.
Are the Fiction Shank Forks any good?
To replace hi-tensile steel forks, these are great. They come in multiple colors, a front brake fork options, and are versatile with different types of headsets. These a good forks for a beginner rider to upgrade but if you weigh over 200 lbs skip these forks since they are not heat treated.
13. Eclat Storm Forks
Most Responsive
| Price | $139.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 20mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 36.4 oz |
| Color | Black |
Highlights
- Full Heat Treated Chromoly
- Extra Clearance for big tires (2.45″)
- 20mm offset
- Extra Strong
The Eclat Storm forks are seen on the high-end WTP Envy Complete BMX bike. This is a great fork that steps up the quality with Full Liquid Post Heat-Treated Seamless 4130 Chromoly. Eclat says that they worked for 3 years to develop the storm fork and everyone loves it.
Without getting into too much detail, this fork has all of the bells and whistles that’d you’d expect from pro-level forks. The 20mm offset is for someone who has already experimented with more responsive forks since this is not a normal offset. The storm forks are steep and responsive.
Are the Storm Forks any good?
The Wethepeople Storm forks are incredible. A CNCed steer tube, liquid heat-treated chromoly, and hydroformed fork legs to name a few of the reasons this fork is of elite quality. If I wanted a 20mm offset on my forks, I’d be running these.
12. Cult Sect V3 Forks
Very Popular
| Price | $144.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 32mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 36.7 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Full Heat Treated Chromoly
- Extra Thick Fork Legs
- Mellow 32mm offset
The coolest thing about the Cult Sect forks is the 20″ or 18″ option. Solid parts for 18″ bikes are hard to find, but cult made it easier. Cult’s parts are mostly popular because of their huge following, but their parts are strong and built to last.
These Sect forks have a mellow 32mm offset which is nice for controlled riding at high speeds. They have extra thick tubing to increase strength and a 1 pc CNC machined steer tube. They are built to last.
Are the Cult Sect Forks any good?
People choose these forks because of their love for Cult. They are solid/reliable forks that went through a lot of testing to ensure they will last. The Sect forks are not known as the strongest forks, but many riders will ride them and have no issues.
11. Animal Street Forks
Easilly Adjustable Forks
| Price | $129.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 15mm or 26mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Non Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 40 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Full Chromoly Legs
- Invest Cast Dropouts
- Extremely Steep 15mm Offset
- Steep 26mm Offset
These forks are decent, but they are a bit expensive for non-heat-treated forks. The reason that they made it on the list is the fact that the 1pc steer tube has precut slots to cut down your forks. Many people like to cut down the steer tube to lower the stack height. Sadly they mess it up. Animal took the initiative to add pre-pressed spots to make cutting down your steer tube easier.
I like that they come in two responsive options and the top cap screws on with a normal 3/8″ ratchet. No allen key or socket is needed.
Are the BSD Jonesin’ Forks any good?
These are the ones for you if you need a pair of forks that can be easily cut down and set to the proper steer tube length. They are good because they can be adjusted easily, are pretty strong, and come with 2 popular offset options.
10. BSD Jonesin Forks
Strongest Drop Outs
| Price | $149.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 22mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 37.8 oz |
| Color | Flat Black|Flat Raw |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Chromoly Legs
- 1pc Steerer Tube
- Steep 22mm Offset
- Clearance for wide Tires
BSD makes some of the most durable street parts. The Jonesin forks are designed to withstand brutal street riding and look clean while doing so. They thought about modern street riding when putting this fork together and added extra thick invest cast dropouts to allow the bigger tires to fit in without rubbing.
Are the BSD Jonesin’ Forks any good?
Yes, BSD makes very strong and reliable parts, and the Jonesin Forks are not different. Some of the best street riders trust these forks while they are out doing insane gaps/drops. They are built to last with the strong heat-treated chromoly.
9. BSD Dust Forks
Strong Fork Legs
| Price | $149.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 26mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Sanko Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 38 oz |
| Color | Flat Black|Flat Raw |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Sanko Chromoly Legs
- 1pc Steerer Tube
- Moderate 26mm Offset
- Strong Invest Cast Drop Outs
BSD makes strong components and the Dust forks are no exception. The invest cast dropouts add extra strength to the dropouts where most forks crack. Overall, these are very similar to the Jonesin’ forks, they just have sanko chromoly so they are slightly better quality.
Are the BSD Dust Forks any good?
Yes, The Dust forks have heat-treated chromoly tapered fork legs to balance weight and strength and the invest cast dropouts keep them from cracking. These forks are a solid choice for most BMX riders.
8. Wethepeople Battleship Forks
Cleanest Peg Fitment
| Price | $150.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 15mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated “M2” Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 36.3 oz |
| Color | Gloss Black |
Highlights
- Heat Treated “M2” Chromoly Legs
- CNC’ed Steer Tube
- Steep 15mm Offset
- Clean Fitment for Pegs
These forks come stock on the insanely strong wethepeople Battleship bike. They have a snappy and responsive 15mm offset to make technical street riding easy to do. They are strong with heat-treated chromoly and you really can’t go wrong with these clean-looking forks.
Are the Wethepeople Battleship Forks any good?
The Battleship Forks are made with wethepeoples “M2” chromoly which is argued to be a stronger type of chromoly. The heat treatment possess stiffens the metal on the legs so you have a stronger and more rigid ride. The thing that makes these forks particularly good is the peg fitment design. Look at the dropouts and how it’s carved out for a peg to go in there.
7. Colony Sweet Tooth Forks
Best Front Brake Forks
| Price | $154.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 25mm |
| Front Brakes? | Yes |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 34.6 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Tapered Multi Butted Legs
- Alloy Fork Threaded Compression Bolt
- Average 25mm Offset
- Thick 5mm dropouts
The Colony Sweet Tooth forks are Alex Hiams signature forks. They are super light and strong with thick dropouts and clearance for wide tires. These are pretty durable forks due to the heat-treated chromoly. You need to choose between the option with the 990 front brake mounts or the cleaner version with no mounts.
Are the Colony Sweet Tooth Forks any good?
In the time that I rode the Sweet Tooth forks, I loved every second of it. They were light and moderately responsive. If you are looking for an ultra-light fork with front brake capability, these are good for you. The heat-treated chromoly along with the 1pc steer tube makes a great fork.
6. Shadow Conspiracy Thirteen Fork
Most Responsive Forks
| Price | $156.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 13mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 32.8 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Chromoly
- CNC Machined Steer Tube
- Super Responsive 13mm Offset
- Ultra-Light Weight
The Shadow 13 Forks are relatively new. Over the last few years, brands have been squeezing the average offset down from 32mm to pretty much anything. The 13mm offset shadow forks are revolutionary and 2mm steeper than the popular Odyssey R15 forks. Shadow makes everything to have a sleek and clean look.
Are the Shadow Conspiracy Thirteen Forks any good?
The Shadow Thirteen forks use the patented Rididrop system to make the dropouts feels stiffer and last longer. These forks have full chromoly legs with 5mm thick dropouts. They are incredibly light and strong in all of the right areas. Very good forks.
5. Demolition Kevin Peraza Fork
Good Light & Strong Combo
| Price | $159.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 24mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 32.1 oz |
| Color | Black |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Chromoly
- CNC Machined 5mm thick dropouts
- Light 32.1 oz
- Hydroformed Tapered Legs
The Demolition Kevin Peraza forks are made for the best “all around” riders. These forks have a moderate offset, clearance for pegs, and strong construction. There is room for wider tires so you can ride those fat 2.4 or 2.5″ tires. Pretty much, anything you need from a set of forks, the KP’s deliver.
Are the Demolition Kevin Peraza Forks any good?
Yes, the Kevin Peraza forks are made from strong heat-treated chromoly, designed to keep them from bending or breaking any time soon. The 5mm thick dropouts prevent bending in the dropouts and the 24mm offset will balance stability with responsiveness.
4. Kink Stoic Forks
Most Responsive Forks
| Price | $159.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 15mm|20mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 34.1 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Chromoly
- Oval fork Legs to increase Dent Resistance
- Investment Cast Drop Outs
The Kink Stoic Forks are really responsive and really clean looking. Kink says that “Kink Stoic forks put the focus on strength first and foremost, while maintaining a great aesthetic and super modern geometry.” Most brands go for looks over quality, but not Kink.
Are the Kink Stoic Forks any good?
Yes, the Kink Stoic forks have everything that you will be looking for in a strong aftermarket fork. Kink was able to include all of the bells and whistles like investment cast dropouts, heat-treated legs, internal tubing, and more, all while maintaining a light 34.1 oz build.
3. Shadow Conspiracy Featherweight ADJ Forks
Lightest Forks
| Price | $194.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 22mm|25mm|28mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 32 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- Heat Treated Chromoly with Oversized Tapered Tubing
- 3x different offset inserts
- Only 32 oz
The Shadow Featherweight ADJ forks add a unique idea of being able to change the offset of your fork in 5 minutes or less. This fork comes with 3 different offset spacers that attach to the peg magnetically. Riding trails? Pop in the 28mm offset, working on nose manuals? Throw on the 28mm offset. This adds so much versatility to your forks and your geometry.
Are the Shadow Conspiracy Featherweight ADJ Forks any good?
Somehow, Shadow was able to make these ultra-light forks very strong. They used their proprietary Rigidrop dropout system which is better than the standard welding of dropouts, the material is heat-treated to increase stiffness, and a 1 pc steerer tube to minimize weak points. The construction of this frame is incredible. This is a solid fork.
2. S&M Pitchfork XLT Fork
Best Dirt Forks
| Price | $209.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 33mm |
| Front Brakes? | No |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 35.4 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- 4Q Baked Heat Treatment process
- Long 33mm offset
- CNC Machined 1pc steertube
- Full Chromoly
The S&M Pitchfork Forks are some of the most trusted in the game. S&M makes these in America and holds their products to the highest quality. The long 33mm will give your bike a “stable” feel. These are best for riding flowy parks or dirt jumps. They are a little on the heavy side but you are getting extra strength.
Are the S&M Pitchfork Forks any good?
Yes, they are very expensive forks, but they are designed to last forever. The 4Q heat-treating process is way above standard heat treating, they use triangle dropouts to increase stiffness, and they are hand-made in the USA. You can’t get much better than that.
1. Odyssey R Series Forks
Lightest Forks
| Price | $174.99 |
| Offset (mm) | 15mm|25mm|32mm |
| Front Brakes? | Optional |
| Wheel Size | 20″ |
| Material | Heat Treated Chromoly |
| Weight (oz) | 31.2 oz |
| Color | Black|Chrome |
Highlights
- 41-Thermal Heat Treatment process
- 3x Offest Options
- CNC Machined 1pc steertube
The R15, R25, and R32 forks are the lightest, strongest, and most popular forks available. Odyssey has a life time warranty on them so you know they really back their product. When putting these forks together they are tested with an intense process to insure only the best build quality.
You can choose the fork offset that is right for you. Personally, I ride the R25 because the 25mm offset feels best to me. The steerer tube is pretty tall at 166mm but it can be cut down if you want.
Are the Odyssey R25 Forks any good?
Yes. These are the best forks available. They come with an intense heat treatment process, strong chromoly parts, and a lifetime warranty. What else could you need? With the odyssey R25 forks and any other r-series forks, you are literally getting the best of the best.
I have r32 forks that are 3+ years old and r25 forks that are 4 years old. They are still going strong. I’ve broken Fit Blad forks, S&M pitchforks, colony sweet tooth forks, and others. The R series forks are the best.
Conclusion
All of the forks on this list will make a great replacement for forks that come on a stock BMX bike. The forks with the higher ranking are better in strength and weight. Price is also something to consider when buying forks since they range from $130 to $210. Either way, if you are a newer rider, you can trust that any of these forks will last while you progress and offer big upgrades to your BMX bike.
