blake
Peloton Rider
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Post by blake on Mar 21, 2018 8:44:42 GMT
Hi... Just looking some advice.
Was recently in a crash and snapped both forks on my Mach 720. Just wondering if you can simply just replace the forks or do you need the same forks that where originally on the bike?
Will be taking it to my local bike mechanic as well but just thought I'd come here and see if anyone else has had a similar issue.
Cheers
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Post by joby on Mar 21, 2018 10:56:20 GMT
Hi... Just looking some advice. Was recently in a crash and snapped both forks on my Mach 720. Just wondering if you can simply just replace the forks or do you need the same forks that where originally on the bike? Will be taking it to my local bike mechanic as well but just thought I'd come here and see if anyone else has had a similar issue. Cheers The main thing you need is a road fork with a steerer tube that matches your head tube (1 1/8", tapered etc.) Beyond that, you're pretty much free to choose anything, so could stick with the same or choose a fork that suits the type of riding you do. The CRC guide is worth a read: hub.chainreactioncycles.com/buying-guides/frames-and-forks/forks-buying-guide/ |
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Post by Rocket on Mar 21, 2018 11:43:27 GMT
Is the frame fit for further service?
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blake
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Post by blake on Mar 21, 2018 13:47:36 GMT
Cheers.... That's great
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Post by chas on Mar 22, 2018 8:12:55 GMT
The Chainreaction guide doesn't seem to mention length (from a quick look) which can make a big difference to the handling. Generally if you go for something with more tyre clearance they'll be longer and will slow the steering, not necessarily in a good way. Safest is stay with the original or as close as possible and as Rocket says get your frame checked.
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