Stunt Scooter Forks

Understanding Scooter Forks

Stunt scooter forks serve as the vertical tube that connects your bar, deck, and front wheel. These forks are crafted from either aluminium or steel. Steel options offer more durability but are heavier, while aluminium versions are lighter and favoured by seasoned riders. In the past, you could select between one-piece or two-piece models. Nowadays, only one-piece models are available due to their superior durability.

Scooter Forks: Threaded vs. Threadless

There are two styles of trick scooter forks: threadless and threaded. For stunt scooters, nearly all forks are threadless because they utilise a sophisticated compression system, offering a stronger and more robust connection between the bar and fork. If using a threadless fork, ensure you also have a threadless headset and a suitable compression system.

Threaded forks are typically seen on beginner or entry-level scooters. The distinction is that these forks feature threading on the tube’s exterior. Threaded models require a corresponding threaded headset, which is deemed to be less durable than a threadless version. For further details on the differences between threaded and threadless forks, view our guide on Buying a Scooter Fork.

Ensuring Fork Compatibility

When purchasing a new scooter fork, it is crucial to verify its compatibility with the rest of your setup. Ensure the fork is compatible with your headset, wheels, and compression system.

As many are aware, the principal compression systems for scooters include SCS, ICS, HIC, and IHC. SCS forks are robust and durable, albeit heavier. ICS forks are the lightest, perfect for riders seeking a lightweight setup. HIC forks are also popular and are considered the simplest compression system. IHC is integrated into the fork like HIC but is slightly lighter, solely compatible with standard-sized bars.

To explore our range of compression systems, visit our Pro Scooter Compression category.