Originally Posted by
clubman
1 1/8 headsets were found on a few trade and delivery bikes I've seen, my 51 CCM Delivery bike being one of them. Perhaps they were a stock product in the frame parts market and then migrated into other bike designs.
Good to know, thanks. Did they use a regular 7/8" stem, with the resulting very thick (1/8") wall?
Since I've always specialized in lightweights, that's kinda gross to think about, but I bet it gets the job done! As long as the job doesn't involve hills...