Originally Posted by
noglider
What happens if you don't modify or replace your fork on a 650b conversion?
The 650B conversion on my Marinoni, with no change to the fork nor intention of front load, has very little effect on the steering and handling. I was expecting more change, and asked in this thread about that. Now I understand why it never gets mentioned. I’ve also been surprised how little effect is apparent from the resulting lower center of gravity. BTW, I switch back and forth between wheel sizes on that bike, and love it in both configurations.
OTOH, the recent front end mods by @
gugie to my 1979 Miyata 912 with specific intent to carry a front load, much like @
ThermionicScott’s, have been equally successful, but that bike is not a 650B conversion candidate.