44mm Knurled Headtube

An aluminium headtube that bonds into the front of a bamboo or composite frame to house the headset and fork steerer. The 44mm internal bore is versatile and works with every common fork standard. Suits straight 1 1/8", tapered (1.5), 1" and 1 1/4" steerers. The coarse-grade knurled outer surface increases bonding strength into a composite frame. Bore: 44mm External diameter: 50mm Tolerance: +0.25mm (.010") to 0.5mm (.020") Fork compatibility: 1 1/8", tapered (1.5), 1", 1 1/4" Material: 7005-T6 aluminium tubing Surface: coarse-grade knurled for bonding Lengths available: 120mm, 140mm, 160mm, 180mm, 200mm Made in: UK For bearing fitment, see the Hope headset reference .