Straight 8 modding!

ZorroAMG · May 3, 2012

I have the 2010 Straight 8, with the new single crown fork but REALLLLY want the triple tree forks. Are there black ones available and (Rockabillly style) and where would I get them? I'd love a part number if anyone has it.

Also, my next plans are to put this seat post with the shim because I like the seat low and want a longer stretch.

http://www.amazon.com/Curb-Seatpost-25-4mm-support-Chmoly/dp/B001CTBGME/ref=pd_sim_sg_2

Anyone have a better suggestion? I have heard warnings about these posts cracking the frame tubing. Should I go with this one instead?

http://www.amazon.com/Redline-Seatpost-25-4mm-406-4mm-Chromoly/dp/B0017K75B4/ref=pd_sim_sg_1

Last, I want to paint my spokes a different color, what's the best way of doing this?

Thanks so much for taking the time to read this and possibly help me out!

gcrank1 · May 4, 2012

Man, that looks like a longggg neck on that frame! I know long steertubes are available for aftermarket forks, but it sounds like you want to stay with factory parts? If not, take a look here: http://www.custommotoredbicycles.com for some aftermarket stuff.
FWIW, I have chrome tripletree forks on two bikes but kinda like the slightly curvy look of your fork, as is, with a curvy frame.

ZorroAMG · May 4, 2012

I thought the rockabilly shared the same frame though and it has TT's as OEM. I've seen people do the swap but was unable to get the info from them.

How do I know what size I need? Will any of the TT forks on this page fit my 2010 straight 8?

http://www.custommotoredbicycles.com/fo ... disc_brake

I REALLY appreciate you taking the time to help!

gcrank1 · May 5, 2012

Is yours a 1" or 1 1/8" steerstem now? How long is the frame neck?
You might want to look a little farther down on that site at the '29" fork', it has a much longer steertube and still looks about right to me for the axle up to the underside.

ZorroAMG · May 7, 2012

Ok I'm clearly an absolute noob. Where would I measure to find out if my steer stem is 1" or 1 1/8? Is that the tube part attached to the fork that goes in the frame?

Frame Neck is 9.5"

Thanks!