Can you make a frame fit you?

[DooDah]

I bought a bike on a whim (OK I found it really cheap). It was without wheels, and now is complete. However, I have found that the steerer has been cut way too short for me. The frame is 50/51cm and I know is probably a bit too small, but if I found some new forks with a higher steerer, could I get this to fit me? Sorry for sounding thick, but I am new to all of this. Also, is it difficult to swap over a set of forks?

 

[biggs682]

i see no reason why you shouldnt be able to swap forks over and then with some spacers and trial and error on stem lengths you should be able to get close

 

[DooDah]

Thanks for that, I might well try it, I have found a fork on the bay that is the same as the existing one, only longer. If it does not work, I have a very nice bike for sale

 

[raindog]

this thread may be of help
http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/my-frame-is-too-small-what-are-the-repercussions.135086/

 

[MickeyBlueEyes]

The frame is 50/51cm

How tall are you ?

 

[DooDah]

How tall are you ?

5'8" with 30" inside leg

 

[brucers]

I sometimes get bikes with frames that are too small for me but by putting different handlebars on can adjust the geometry to my liking in effect. Usually straight handlebars swopped for the curved type, angled upwards.

 

[buggi]

Yes to a point. I think by the next size up or down but after that you will be struggling and, also, start to look a bit ridiculous on the bike. You can change the stem, for instance, to give you a shorter or longer reach.