This original Liberia steel fork is a crucial component for riders restoring classic French frames. Crafted from robust steel, it maintains the precise dimensions of period-correct hardware, making it a reliable choice for retro builds. This fork is designed for 650 or 700 wheel sizes, ensuring an authentic geometry and a supple, traditional ride feel that modern carbon forks cannot replicate.
Technical Profile & Dimensions
To ensure a perfect fit with your classic frame, please verify your headtube length against the specific measurements of this unit:
- Weight: 838g
- Hub Spacing: 25x100mm
- Steerer Tube Length: 190mm
- Wheel Size Compatibility: 650 / 700
Restoration Compatibility
Whether you are rebuilding an authentic French touring bike or a vintage commuter, verifying thread standards and axle-to-crown dimensions is key. The photographs form part of this description and illustrate the exact cosmetic state of the item, including any minor surface patina from long-term storage.
If your project requires a different steerer length, we also offer the 166mm steel fork or the slightly shorter 140mm steel fork to match varying headtube heights.
FAQ
What is the threading standard on this Liberia fork?
This fork features French metric threading (25x100), typical of mid-to-late 20th-century French manufacturers like Liberia.
Will this fork fit a standard 1-inch headset?
The steerer diameter is French 25mm, which requires a French-threaded headset rather than standard ISO 1-inch (25.4mm) components.
What is the exact weight of this fork?
The exact weight of this Liberia steel fork is 838 grams.
Is this fork compatible with 700c wheels?
Yes, this fork is designed to accommodate both 650 and 700 size wheels depending on your brake caliper reach.
