Direct Mount Stem
Direct Mount Stem
- Downhill
New in March 2012 for Thomson, our Direct Mount Stems allow riders the ultimate in stiffness for dual crown cockpits. The strongest stem we make, which means it’s the strongest stem you can get. Built for the Boxxer and any fork using the Boxxer bolt pattern. Crown in picture not included.
DESCRIPTION
Motorcycle Style, Thomson Strength and attention to detail.Two sizes are available: our 50mm Direct Mount puts the handlebar 10mm lower than a standard stem, and lower than an adjustable direct mount design as well. Our 40mm Direct Mount has 30 degrees of rise.
65mm Wide handlebar clamp width for maximum torsional stiffness, which translates into better steering precision.
SIZES
| Available in Black | |||
| Model Number | Description | Weight | Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM-E160-BK | 50 x 31.8mm x 10mm drop | 160 g | $99.95 |
| SM-E161-BK | 40 x 31.8mm x 30° | 145 g | $99.95 |
FAQ
| Q – Why run a direct mount? |
| A – Less weight, no bar twist and a lower bar position. 10mm lower than using our X4 50mm stem. |
| Q – What colors are available? |
| A – Black only. |
| Q – How strong is the direct mount stem? |
| A – Three times stronger than the fork crowns we tested. |
| Q – Will the Thomson Direct Mount fit a Marzocchi fork? |
| A – Yes, starting with Marzocchi model year 2012. |
| Q – Are there any restrictions on what bar can be used? |
| A – You must use a handlebar designed for downhill riding and it must be built to accept a 65mm wide stem clamp. |
