Bent suspension fork. How to repair?
06-28-18, 01:15 PM
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Bent suspension fork. How to repair?
Where can i find spare parts to replace that bent part? i dont know the name of it.
I searched around the web for a completely new fork but they seem to be expensive as F.
https://imgur.com/a/7WTVzNe
I searched around the web for a completely new fork but they seem to be expensive as F.
https://imgur.com/a/7WTVzNe
06-28-18, 01:42 PM
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Where can i find spare parts to replace that bent part? i dont know the name of it.
I searched around the web for a completely new fork but they seem to be expensive as F.
https://imgur.com/a/7WTVzNe
I searched around the web for a completely new fork but they seem to be expensive as F.
https://imgur.com/a/7WTVzNe
06-28-18, 02:34 PM
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That part is the headtube, don't even think about replacing it. Fork is toast, chunk in recycle bin.
Rationale: if it ever broke you get an immediate potentially catastrophic face/headplant into terrain.
Rationale: if it ever broke you get an immediate potentially catastrophic face/headplant into terrain.
06-28-18, 03:44 PM
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That is the steertube.
What is the brand/model/size?
On E-Bay there are several ads for replacement crown/steerer/uppers. Usually sold together.
For example:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Rock-Sh...k/152432349553
You'd still have to do a complete rebuild of the fork. If it is a cheap spring loaded fork, then just replace.
If it is an expensive, $500+ fork, then rebuild.
Pay attention to 1 1/8" steerer vs tapered steerer.
06-28-18, 04:37 PM
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IF OP did that to the fork, what does the frame look like **********
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06-28-18, 08:15 PM
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Yeah. So, how exactly did the fork get bent like that? Have you checked the main frame for alignment? Do you know how to check a frame for alignment?
This may be reparable, but would cost more to repair properly than to replace. And you'd not know if your steerer tube was about to snap off at any time.
Check, or have an LBS check the main frame for allignment. If the main frame is ok, and the bike is worth it, find a replacement on ebay.
This may be reparable, but would cost more to repair properly than to replace. And you'd not know if your steerer tube was about to snap off at any time.
Check, or have an LBS check the main frame for allignment. If the main frame is ok, and the bike is worth it, find a replacement on ebay.
06-28-18, 08:19 PM
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The headtube is part of the frame.
That is the steertube.
What is the brand/model/size?
On E-Bay there are several ads for replacement crown/steerer/uppers. Usually sold together.
For example:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Rock-Sh...k/152432349553
You'd still have to do a complete rebuild of the fork. If it is a cheap spring loaded fork, then just replace.
If it is an expensive, $500+ fork, then rebuild.
Pay attention to 1 1/8" steerer vs tapered steerer.
That is the steertube.
What is the brand/model/size?
On E-Bay there are several ads for replacement crown/steerer/uppers. Usually sold together.
For example:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Rock-Sh...k/152432349553
You'd still have to do a complete rebuild of the fork. If it is a cheap spring loaded fork, then just replace.
If it is an expensive, $500+ fork, then rebuild.
Pay attention to 1 1/8" steerer vs tapered steerer.
You need new uppers, which will include the steer tube, crown, and stanchions. Whether or not it is worth it depends on the fork.
06-28-18, 08:47 PM
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That fork, isn't worth the effort, not sure exactly what it is, but as a general rule, steel stanchions (which it has) = basic low end fork, which are often not even worth doing a basic service on, as it cost more than just replacing.
Still, as others interested in what state the frame was in to have that much damage, as that's pretty major.
Still, as others interested in what state the frame was in to have that much damage, as that's pretty major.
06-28-18, 10:43 PM
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I've seen bikes with nice SIDs on for $200ish on CL.
06-29-18, 05:54 AM
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I will wait until I actually know what the fork is before advising what it is worth, but that’s just me.
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Did some quick research, and OP has MTB-style BSO that he added electric kit to.
Had typical BSO suspension forks, which were seized.
Probably found the above fork, and wants to install on his bike, thinking he can repair it on the cheap.
Had typical BSO suspension forks, which were seized.
Probably found the above fork, and wants to install on his bike, thinking he can repair it on the cheap.
07-02-18, 05:43 AM
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What are you talking about? the fork got bent when i crashed with my ebike.
07-02-18, 06:59 AM
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07-02-18, 08:49 AM
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Replace it .. boom, !! .. Done..
yes there is a range of suspension forks, if you want all the features, its going to cost real money
a suspension corrected fork, is a rigid replacement that will not drop the head tube angle ..
then you can put a big newsboy basket in the front, and go shopping..
..
yes there is a range of suspension forks, if you want all the features, its going to cost real money
a suspension corrected fork, is a rigid replacement that will not drop the head tube angle ..
then you can put a big newsboy basket in the front, and go shopping..
..
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07-02-18, 10:22 AM
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if you are running a front wheel dynamo, the kits i saw said steel forks only and am pretty sure not suspension. big question is if you did this to the fork, is the frame ok?
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