Questions tagged [fork]
Usually means the front fork, where the front wheel sits. Can also mean the rear fork, a part of the frame.
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new rockshox boxxer select rc from 2023 YT Tues core 2 has oil on right stanchion after first DH ride and being stored upside down for a week
As title states I purchased a 2023 YT tues core 2 last autumn. Took it for a couple of easy flat rides just to make sure it was feeling good. Everything seemed fine. Took it to the park last week and ...
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Material chipping from fork dropout. Still safe?
I have a 10 year old Suntour suspension fork where some of the material on the dropout has started to chip and fall off. I think it has happened because of some harsh winters with lots of road salt. ...
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Giant Crest fork NEGATIVE pressure
my child runs a Giant Crest 34 RCL, that is newish (couple months old,) and has been fine for the past few weeks that they have ridden. They run about 60PSI, and testing the rebound makes no ...
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Fork size and suitability
I'm looking to replace the front fork on my 2007 Specialized Roubaix Comp. Here are the Specialized specs:
Fork Length (full) = 375mm
Offset =47mm
Head Tube Length = 140mm
Using a standard 700C ...
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I suspect that my carbon fork has a crack but I can't really tell
I've relocated to a new town so I'm still looking around for good bike shops. For the time being as I was re-assembling my stem, i noticed a small notch of about 0.5mms on the front of my fork (the ...
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Specialized Sirrus bicycle, fork cracked [closed]
I have a Specialized that was a gift, but have some problems at the front fork.
The fork is cracked, as per Photo:
Can someone help me to discover how to repair?
Other photos of the bike:
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Fork V-Brakes won't come out
I can't remove these v brakes out of my fork, any idea how to remove these?
Also, i unscrewed the bolts as you can see at the photo but still no go.
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SR Suntour XCM fork too stiff
My Rockhopper Comp 27.5 came with the SR Suntour XCM fork (coil) and I want to make it less stiff. I have tried to fully adjust it as far as it goes, but it is still super stiff.
I don’t want to spend ...
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How bad is topping out a suspension fork?
I recently got a relatively cheap department store bike to bring to college, since it will see a lot of wear and will be kept in the elements. However, whenever I lift the front wheel (as in to get on ...
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Promax Headset Adapter 1", 1-1/8
I have a broken Cannondale 2007 Bad Boy Ultra, will the Promax Headset Adapter 1", 1-1/8" give me the opportunity to replace it with a non-shock standard fork.
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What is the name of bike fork spacer for shipping a bike frame?
I am trying to pack my bike for an plane ride, and while packing I wanted to know what is the name of the spacer that needs to replace the wheel(s) between the fork dropouts to prevent frame ...
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What is a safe weight for front rack + luggage for a steel race bike fork?
I frequently commute with a backpack on my '90s steel race bike, and encounter the usual issues of sweaty back and tired shoulders. The riding position is also not perfect for carrying a backpack on ...
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Light fork recommendations?
I just built my first bike up, it's a total frankenbike and it's a lot of fun, but I'd like, just for fun, to see how light I can make it as I do mostly use it for practical commuting. The frame is a ...
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Hybrid bike. ride with front suspension always locked: effects on fork durability
I am considering acquiring a hybrid bike with a front suspension, since it is the closest to what I want that I can find. But I do not want a front suspension, so I would always ride with it locked ...
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Industry standard weight limit for suspension forks and carbon fiber forks?
I followed the advice of people on this forum and upgraded to wider tires on my hybrid instead of buying a suspension fork. Thank you everyone that was a big help. I went from 32mm to 47mm on front ...
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