loose handlebars
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don't think so. seriously, if the base of the bars are smaller than they were originally, you really need to buy new ones.
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i already have another one that i tried to install right now, but here's the problem...
The stem looks like it may be a bit ovaled or something, because when i put the new handlebars against the stem, it doesnt fit up against it tightly. There is a small space, so i didnt install them yet..
I guess it's time for a new stem too.
Here's my stem question, does the type of headset you use determine what kind of stem is compatable?
because ive noticed that the older bikes like mine, have another shinny shaft thing that locks onto the stem, instead of like the newer bikes, which directly lock onto the steerer tube of the fork itself.
The stem looks like it may be a bit ovaled or something, because when i put the new handlebars against the stem, it doesnt fit up against it tightly. There is a small space, so i didnt install them yet..
I guess it's time for a new stem too.
Here's my stem question, does the type of headset you use determine what kind of stem is compatable?
because ive noticed that the older bikes like mine, have another shinny shaft thing that locks onto the stem, instead of like the newer bikes, which directly lock onto the steerer tube of the fork itself.
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you are using the old style system. Your stem is actually a "gooseneck" and it holds it self in place by the wedge system you've probably seen. The headset and steerer tube are threaded so you can only use that old-style system. Or just buy a new bike.
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