Originally Posted by
TheBikeRollsOn
They aren't as stiff.
They are harder to change.
Huh. I find them easier, since swapping the stem doesn't affect the headset bearings.
Originally Posted by
TheBikeRollsOn
They make changing handlebars a pain in the ass.
There are a few out there with removable front plate.
Originally Posted by
TheBikeRollsOn
They aren't as stiff.
They are harder to change.
Huh. I find them easier, since swapping the stem doesn't affect the headset bearings.
Originally Posted by
TheBikeRollsOn
Now, if you are absolutely STUCK on having a threaded stem, you can have the inside of the steertube of your current fork threaded.
It's the outside of the steerer that needs to have threads cut.
Then of course, he'll need a headset also.
All told, I don't think I'd go to all the trouble, personally. Just get a shim and a stem and put the thing together. Then keep eyes peeled for killer deals on forks, stems and headsets and do the swap at a later date if you still really want to.