I have noticed a lot of images on the web of the Krate style Stingrays with the springer fork where the 16" front tire is replaced by a larger tire. Curious how this is done. Will the springer fork that comes with a Walmart Stingray fit a larger tire or do I have to upgrade the fork? Wondering if I just need to get a 20" rim and replace it. Any advice.
How do I upgrade my Stingray 16" front tire to a larger
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It is easier to just buy/get a 20inch fender..the 16inch fender is not big enough..don't forget to remove the fender hanger from the forks! Good luck and post a pic of the bike..I think we all have those Stingrays here..lol
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any local bike shop should have a chrome steel 20" front rim and tire to suit ya. they are pretty common so the price should be nice and cheap. porbly have the fenders too.
if your talking about a BFK or wal-mart Stingray, anything you can find will do. the older stingrays that were made in chicago had smaller axles. but i dont think the axle size matters if you have a springer type fork.
if your talking about a BFK or wal-mart Stingray, anything you can find will do. the older stingrays that were made in chicago had smaller axles. but i dont think the axle size matters if you have a springer type fork.
I guess by squirrely you mean more stable. I live in New Orleans where it is very flat. We have some torn up streets, but there are some smooth ones. The french quarter is great for riding. Everyone has a bike down there.
