Prince Albert Cycles Posted May 12, 2021 Share The Lefty on my much loved 7 year old Flash carbon is not serviceable according to Omnico . Recorded rides 41000km . Am not going to buy another older fork only to be told again that parts have been discontinued. So my question is it possible to fit a non Lefty fork and what do I need to make it work ? Thanks Arno Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 12, 2021 Share Morning Arno You can fit a "normal fork" ... the steerer dia. is narrower on a "normal fork", so the better solution is to replace the headset ... they are often not the easiest to find and can cost a couple of Z.A.R though. Omnico should be able to supply you with one. Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796746 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dappere Posted May 12, 2021 Share 1 hour ago, Prince Albert Cycles said: The Lefty on my much loved 7 year old Flash carbon is not serviceable according to Omnico . Recorded rides 41000km . Am not going to buy another older fork only to be told again that parts have been discontinued. So my question is it possible to fit a non Lefty fork and what do I need to make it work ? Thanks Arno It is possible, you’ll need an headset reducer in order to make this work. The below product is sold out, but good starting point for the parts needed - https://bikemob.co.za/products/cannondaleheadsetconversiontotapered Hairy 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796755 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmichael Posted May 12, 2021 Share There is a lefty 2.0 for sale in classifieds, 2.0 is serviceable , and a great fork. Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share 1 hour ago, Carmichael said: There is a lefty 2.0 for sale in classifieds, 2.0 is serviceable , and a great fork. The only thing to watch out for when purchasing a 2.0 is to ensure the distance between the clamps is compatible with the frame you're fitting it to. 97mm for a size small tuned lefty 2.0 110mm for a size medium tuned lefty 2.0 122.5mm for a large tuned lefty 134mm for a XL tuned lefty 2.0 Older Cannondales using the Headshok headtube had a 132mm long head tube so you will need a lefty 2.0 from a Xlarge or a Lefty 2.0 Tall which has 160mm clamp spacing. Have it converted to PBR (push button remote) to save hassles finding poploc spares. Edited May 12, 2021 by DieselnDust Added tech info Carmichael 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
argie1 Posted May 12, 2021 Share Only 7 years old and parts have been discontinued they say, so why should one consider a cannondale in the future? Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796828 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share Just thinking out loud, if you want to stick with the Lefty rather get the adaptor headset and get an alloy Ocho. Omnico sourced parts for lefty 2.0 from Europe in December but I can foresee parts for 2.0 becoming an issue. Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share 40 minutes ago, argie1 said: Only 7 years old and parts have been discontinued they say, so why should one consider a cannondale in the future? The platform lefty 1.0 is based on originated in 2004 with the Lefty Max 140. .... Its been upgraded and reincarnated several times since then. Everything has a life cycle and the DLR /1.0 platform has run its course. Edited May 12, 2021 by DieselnDust Hairy 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796833 Share on other sites More sharing options...
droo Posted May 12, 2021 Share I may be able to save it depending on how far gone it is. Otherwise, as mentioned, the Ocho headset will allow you to fit a standard fork although you'll have to rebuild the front wheel. The Ocho is also an option, although quite an expensive one. Prince Albert Cycles and ChrisF 1 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796868 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickc Posted May 12, 2021 Share 2 hours ago, DieselnDust said: Just thinking out loud, if you want to stick with the Lefty rather get the adaptor headset and get an alloy Ocho. Omnico sourced parts for lefty 2.0 from Europe in December but I can foresee parts for 2.0 becoming an issue. Thats what I did when my Flash`s old Lefty handed in its notice - very happy with the new alloy Ocho !!! Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3796937 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Albert Cycles Posted May 12, 2021 Share 5 hours ago, droo said: I may be able to save it depending on how far gone it is. Otherwise, as mentioned, the Ocho headset will allow you to fit a standard fork although you'll have to rebuild the front wheel. The Ocho is also an option, although quite an expensive one. Preferred option to save it not keen to spend a lot on a replacement fork not sure how long the frame will last , DieselnDust 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797115 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share 3 hours ago, Prince Albert Cycles said: Preferred option to save it not keen to spend a lot on a replacement fork not sure how long the frame will last , cannondale warranty is pretty good. They' will likely replace your current frame with a current frame with a small pay in making the Alloy Ocho a worthwhile investment Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797198 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Albert Cycles Posted May 12, 2021 Share 10 minutes ago, DieselnDust said: cannondale warranty is pretty good. They' will likely replace your current frame with a current frame with a small pay in making the Alloy Ocho a worthwhile investment You are making life difficult . Appreciate your input and expert knowledge thank you . ChrisF 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Albert Cycles Posted May 12, 2021 Share With a new alloy Ocho I suppose I will have to rebuild the front wheel with the appropriate hub ? Think mine is the 50mm flange according to a previous post by you . DieselnDust 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797201 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share 5 minutes ago, Prince Albert Cycles said: With a new alloy Ocho I suppose I will have to rebuild the front wheel with the appropriate hub ? Think mine is the 50mm flange according to a previous post by you . The 50mm can be adapted to fit the Ocho or 2.0. The 60m hubs ill not fit the old Lefty's 1.0 and earlier Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797207 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted May 12, 2021 Share https://www.cannondale-parts.de/epages/61764971.sf/en_US/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61764971/Products/"KH131/" heres an example of the part you will need to fit the brake caliper for a 50mm hub on the Lefty 2.0 . For Ocho there should be a similar brake caliper adaptor. Best to check in with Omnico on the availability of such a part for Ocho as I can't find it on Cannondaleexperts.com Edited May 12, 2021 by DieselnDust Prince Albert Cycles 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/188879-cannondale-shock-query/#findComment-3797251 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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