How do I Fit a Nitto tech stem in a Kilo
 

I got a Nitto stem and want to put it on my kilo tt. But I notice that its a threadless headset and the Nitto is quilled. Is there a way to get the stem to fit on the kilo.

Please help.

This should be fun. Excuse me while I grab some popcorn and a seat.

i think your best bet is to go threadless

edit: ie. bite the bullet and buy a threadless stem. or you could buy a new fork/headset. or maybe thread the fork you got

you must thread that fork. go to lbs.

thanks guys

^good luck with that.

OP you will need a new fork and headset. Basically, you will spend a bunch of money on outdated technology to achieve your aesthetic. It's up to you to decide if it's worth it.

Fork needs to be cut down to correct size and threaded. You will also need a threaded headset.
Off to the LBS you go.

why would he need a new fork?

Ask the LBS who won't thread a threadless fork. The dies to cut a fork from scratch are different than the ones most shops have (Park) which are more meant to chase threads. They will probably charge more than you think. Like $10-$20 per inch. This is all assuming that the fork and headset are 1 inch and not 1 1/8th.

i would say go threadless unless you really want the quill
it sounds like it can be done but it may cost more and be a hassle

threaded components are rare for 1.125 forks, if that's the case.
so i think

edit: this

kilo has a 1" fork.

o yea i missed that

...and i own one of the new-gen, threadless ones hah

OP should have searched.

The fork can be tapped to have threads so that a quill stem can be installed. You will need a 1inch fork(kilo has this) and a threaded headset.(kilo does not have this)

ok so i called my lbs and they asked me if i wanted to thread it 1" or 2". Which should i do? and what size threaded headset will i need?

Thank you all for the help thus far

u should return that stem.

You have the bike all set up for riding? You should really ask yourself if all this hassle is going to be worth it. At the end of the day, if you do choose to get your fork threaded, you will have to get a threaded headset too.

Threading a fork: $35 or so
Headset: $25 or so
Installing a headset: $15 or so
Initial cost of Nitto Tech stem: $30 or so

You are in the neighbourhood of $100----that is a nice new seat and some good rubber for your bike.

Why do you want to do this? What is wrong with your current setup?

Reason i want to do this is that i like the look of it and i'm tired of the way it looks. there is nothing wrong with the set up i got now, just want a little change.

How difficult is it to install a threaded headset? i was planning on do that with a friend since my friend works at a bike shop.

If you insist on going through with this, MAKE SURE your mechanic checks the steerer tube to ensure it is THICK enough to be threaded safely. Otherwise you risk CATASTROPHIC FAILURE.

It is almost certainly not worth the risk. Just get a nice threadless stem...

not disagreeing with you here, but doesn't the BI kilo frameset come with a fork that has a super long steerer that is partially threaded up top so you can go either way? i assume it could be the same fork, thus, safe for threading.

I'm not too sure, but wouldn't having threading up that high be pretty much useless based on how threaded forks are fitted to a frame? See: http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=115

Don't throw good money after bad.

Make a change by investing in:
- Clipless pedals
- Good clipless shoes
- Good tires
- Saving for a non-entry level bike


Man, you will be totally amazed when you ride a mid-level bike. Your head will asplode when you ride a high-end bike.

I know it's tempting to tinker. We all do it. But, don't devolve your bike by adding a quill stem.

All signs point to this being a bad idea. If you still do it, there is no helping you.

lollerskates

i went threadless simply to avoid rethreading the fork.

now i'm thinking of going threadless on my mtb.

threadless = better

Why is threadless better exactly?

I'm not saying it isn't, I just haven't seen an explanation. Perhaps a quick summary please?

Just be happy you don't have this stupid thick 70's schwinn steerer tub that is too THICK to fit a standard quill.... F-ing Schwinn. I need a new frameset... for several reasons.

it's lighter, more easily adjustable, and stronger for its weight. it's more easily serviceable and lends itself to reliable, longer lasting bearing designs.