Sage-Tips

How do I know if a fork will fit my bike?

The main thing you need to look for is the steerer size. Most Mtb headtube is 1.1/8″, a few are 1.5″ or the combo of the two, tapered steerer. So as long as the fork is 1.1/8″ you are good to go.

Can you convert 9mm QR to 15mm?

Yeah. Convertible hubs have a big hole through them and big bearings to fit a 15mm axle. They can use reducers for 9mm and a skewer. Hubs designed for 9mm/skewer have hole/bearings too small to fit 15mm axles so can’t be converted…

What size fork do I need?

Wheel sizes If you have 27.5/650B or 29in wheels then you need the corresponding size fork. Tip: if you have 26in wheels you can use 26in size forks (obviously) but you can also get away with running a 27.5/650B fork without messing up your bike’s handling significantly.

Can any fork fit on any bike?

Will any fork fit my bike? No. Many modern bikes use a 1 1/8” head tube standard (taking a threadless 1 1/8” steerer tube), but the tapered head tube (with a lower diameter of 1.5” and an upper diameter of 1 1/8”) is also growing in popularity, and calls for a steerer tube to match.

Can I convert QR to thru axle?

If it’s a front hub and your fork uses a QR, you can buy a new thru-axle hub and an adapter that lets you use a thru-axle hub in a QR fork. About $15 for the adapter. This will give a fractionally better bit of firmness, but primarily, if you change your fork down the road, you can get one with thru-axle.

Can you upgrade to thru axle?

some manufacturers offer frames have removable rear dropouts that can be swapped for through-axle, quick release other style dropouts. With some forks it is possible and cheaper (but never cheap) to replace just the lowers.

How do you measure fork on a mountain bike?

The length of the fork is usually measured parallel to the steerer tube from the bottom of the lower bearing race to the center of the front wheel axle.

How do you measure Forks?

Rest the steerer tube of the fork on a V-block on a perfectly flat surface. Measure the height of the fork dropout off the top of the flat surface (Dim A). Measure the height of the center of the steerer tube off the top of the flat surface (Dim B). Subtracting Dim B from Dim A will result in the fork offset or rake.

Can you put a 27.5 fork on 26 bike?

Condensed answer: A 26-inch wheel can be easily installed on a 27.5 fork if both are disc brake ready. If the fork uses rim brakes, however, the braze-ons would be a bit higher, and the calipers won’t catch the rim.

How do I know if my mountain bike forks are bad?

Weird noises coming from the shocks or forks that sound like grinding, clunking, and slurping. This is a sign that it may need to be replaced or in need of a service. All so if the rear shocks are swishing or slurping means that the damper oil is cavitated, in which case it needs to be replaced.

What size Fork do I need for my mountain bike?

If you have an older mountain bike, you must have a V-brakes. This mount works differently than disk brakes. If your bike has V-brakes, you need a fork with a V-brakes mount. Modern mountain bikes have 15mm bolt-thru axles. Older bikes or cheaper bikes may have a 9mm axle.

Why do I need a different front fork for my bike?

So know your wheel size because bike front forks are specific to wheel size. -To add a bit more complexity, you’ve got Fat bikes and Plus bikes that use one of the three common wheel sizes, but need a different fork because of the super wide tires.

Do mountain bike forks need V-Brake mounts?

There is only one type of V-brake mount for mountain bike forks. So if you’ve got V-brakes and intend to keep them, you will need a fork with V-brake mounts. -Brake adapters deserve an entire blog post of their own.

What are the benefits of rigid forks for mountain bikes?

Rigid forks for mountain bikes have a lot of benefits and can actually improve your riding skill. This round up picks out five of the best rigid fork options available right now