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Kona P2 fork on a non-suspension frame

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Old 09-01-04 | 01:09 PM
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Kona P2 fork on a non-suspension frame

As far as I can tell, the new threadless Kona P2 fork is suspension corrected, maybe for 80mm? I have a frame with a 1 1/8th" threaded headset that I would like to convert to a threadless setup, but I am concerned the Kona fork will throw off the handling, seeing as I prefer a bike that climbs. Comparing the current fork to an older Kona P2 threaded fork, the legs are approx. the same length. I cant find any data, or a new P2 fork, to compare to the old one... anyone know the changes between the new and the old? Anyone know of any non corrected threadless forks I should check out while I'm at it?

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Old 09-01-04 | 03:08 PM
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Measure the axle to crown on both forks. If they are the same or close you are golden.
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Old 09-01-04 | 03:20 PM
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Problem is I don't have a new P2 to measure against. The old one is pretty dead on, but I'm lookin for threadless.
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Check Kona's site or email them, they should be able to tell you the axle to crown. If not, maybe the guys at Bikeman.com or Sheldon Brown can help you.
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