Testpilot Selva V Review
At Formula, we don’t make products to score points on a spec-sheet, we build them to perform on the trails. So when Testpilot.bike included the Selva V in their enduro fork grouptest, we were curious to see how our philosophy, and fork, would measure up against the rest of the field.
35mm. By Design
“Even under the harsher conditions of bike parks, the interplay of precision, compliance, and grip remained balanced and comfortable.”
While many brands have moved to 38mm stanchions, we chose to stick with 35mm stanchions as they give a balanced ride feel, precise steering and help keep weight down. Despite the 170mm Selva V weighing in at just 2,070g, Testpilot.bike found no issues with flex or front-end confidence, proving that stanchion stiffness alone isn’t what defines performance.
Tuned By You
“Ultimately, the Selva V achieves a level of performance that some other manufacturers only reach through internal tuning.”
The Selva V uses several of Formula’s key technologies. The Compression Tuning System (CTS) drew particular attention in this test. The swappable valves allow riders to meaningfully adjust fork behaviour. Combined with our Neopos volume spacers, the system offers a rider-friendly way to fine-tune the fork to suit riding style and conditions.
Built to Last
Over 10 months of testing there were no mechanical problems or drops in performance, just consistent reliability.
Strong Value
“Good value for money, especially considering the included accessories”
With an RRP of around €1,307, including CTS valves and all the tools needed for setup and maintenance, the Selva V represents strong value.
The Testpilot Takeaway
“It proves that you don’t always have to follow the trend toward ever-greater stiffness to build an excellent enduro fork.”
The Selva V proves that great suspension isn’t about following trends, it’s about getting the details right. For riders who value feel, reliability, and meaningful adjustability, without a weight penalty, the Selva V stands out.
Read the full in-depth review here.
