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I'm not sure mate, i've found the same problem

A few people have asked me recently how to fit a headset and how to determine what stem size you need, so this post is for them and also anyone else who needs help...... Is it possible to install a headset yourself without expensive tools? Well, yes it is, but I would not advise this, unless you are very familiar with how to do it, and you are very careful. This is because if a headset is installed imcorrectly, this can damage the headset cups and the frame. How do you adjust a headset? Before installing the fork a threaded piece called a star-nut is pressed into the top of the steerer tube. A top cap and bolt assembly is threaded into the star-nut. The top cap is designed to fit on top of the stem so that when it is tightened it compresses the stem towards the headset, effectively adjusting the preload on the bearings. Once the preload is correct, the clamp bolts on the stem are tightened and you are ready to go! How do I determine what size I need when shopping for a stem? Most important is the stem clamp diameter ( A ). The stem clamp on a threadless stem is one of 3 sizes: 1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4" or 1 ½”. By far, the most common size is 1 1/8", used on almost all bikes including many road bikes. Stem Clamp Diameter ( A ) Measure the outside diameter of the fork's steerer or the inside diameter of the stem. Use the following table to convert the size you measured on your bike to the actual size to order. Stem interior diameter / fork outer diameter --- Stem/Headset/Fork size to order 1 inch or 25.4 mm --- --- 1" 1 1/8" or 28.6 mm --- --- 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 31.8 mm --- --- 1 1/4" Handlebar clamp diameter ( B ) Virtually all bike stems use the same handlebar clamp diameter, therefore any bike stem can usually be used with any mountain bike handlebar. Stem Extension Length ( C ) The stem extension (along with the extension angle) determines the reach of the bike - how far you must reach to grasp the handlebars and brakes. If you're happy with the fit of your bike, simply measure your existing stem and order the same size. Ordering a slightly longer or shorter stem will change the fit of your bike, either putting you in a more aerodynamic, aggressive position or upright, relaxed position respectively. Usually, mod bikes are fitted with longer stems as they are smaller, and lower down. Rise Angle ( D ) The extension angle of the stem is purely a matter of comfort. A mod rider would usually prefer a stem with a bit of rise, while a stock rider would probably prefer a flatter, lower stem. Hope i have made things more clear for people, Sam

A few people have asked me recently how to fit a headset and how to determine what stem size you need, so this post is for them and also anyone else who needs help...... Is it possible to install a headset yourself without expensive tools? Well, yes it is, but I would not advise this, unless you are very familiar with how to do it, and you are very careful. This is because if a headset is installed imcorrectly, this can damage the headset cups and the frame. How do you adjust a headset? Before installing the fork a threaded piece called a star-nut is pressed into the top of the steerer tube. A top cap and bolt assembly is threaded into the star-nut. The top cap is designed to fit on top of the stem so that when it is tightened it compresses the stem towards the headset, effectively adjusting the preload on the bearings. Once the preload is correct, the clamp bolts on the stem are tightened and you are ready to go! How do I determine what size I need when shopping for a stem? Most important is the stem clamp diameter (Y). The stem clamp on a threadless stem is one of 3 sizes: 1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4" or 1 ½”. By far, the most common size is 1 1/8", used on almost all bikes including many road bikes. Stem Clamp Diameter :- Measure the outside diameter of the fork's steerer or the inside diameter of the stem. Use the following table to convert the size you measured on your bike to the actual size to order. Stem interior diameter / fork outer diameter --- Stem/Headset/Fork size to order 1 inch or 25.4 mm --- --- 1" 1 1/8" or 28.6 mm --- --- 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 31.8 mm --- 1 1/4"

cheers mate, i needed to know that for a while and i agree, that deserves to be ^^^ VALIDATED ^^^

you can now get them from select for £279 hope i helped, sam

i agree with you, street all the way mate

I would prefer if it had a bash plate

i was already thinking that thanks

can't wait, i also may be getting the Zona

this is just going off-topic now i asked if anyone knew where/if i could get the 06 echo rims for under £65

i do no the song mate, but i can't think of the name and that was a pretty good video

as it says in the title really... are there any black mod frames that are reasonably priced?? Thanks, Sam

f**king hell, forget it, i haven't got anywhere near that amount of money to spend on a bike

What!!!!!!!! Is that just for the frame??????

Does anyone know how much it will be when it is released then?????? :ermm:

About the koxx monsterboy: How much does it retail at? Where can you buy it? Is it a long or short frame? Is the frame new for 2006 or has it been out longer? Thanks, Sam

thanks, how much is that, (just the frame) and where could i get it

Why, i thought the geo was better on the Zona with the high bb, the longer frame etc...

that wasn't the question, i wanted to know if the Zona Zip would still be quite light and how it would compare to the Monty

Does anyone know how much the Monty 221 X-Lite weighs, because i am still thinking about buying the Zona Zip but i'm not sure how it will compare weight-wise. I think that my monty is quite a light bike but if i change the frame, forks and rims etc..., i'm not sure if it would gain a lot of weight or maybe loose weight! At the moment i have: Monty 221 X-lite frame (2002) Monty X-lite 20" forks Monty rims/tyres (not sure what) Monty bars/stem Monty Quando Hubs basically MONTY everything And i am hoping to get: Zona Zip frame Echo Easy forks 06 Echo Rims and i will probably change most stuff in time Thanks, Sam

they are all extremely nice bikes but i would have to say the GU as it is deffinately the nicest frame, and it you go on the GU site, it shows all the different colour combinations, which all look fab hope i helped, Sam

I am thinking about buying the new echo rims and i was wondering if there was anywhere that sold them for less then £65 i was also wondering what people think about them... Thanks, Sam

WOW, that's massive

i just push them on and off i go but it can sometimes take quite a while as some grips are a bit too small normally, just puch (force) the grips on and your sorted the advantege of this is that once they are on, you can go straight away, no more hasstle. Hope i helped, Sam :closedeyes:

WHERE CAN I BUY ALL THESE DIFFERENT TYRES?????????????????????????