Are My Bars and Forks Compatible?Updated a month ago
Not all bars and forks are best friends — here’s how to check before buying 🧩
When building or upgrading a stunt scooter, one of the most common compatibility issues is between bars and forks. This mainly comes down to diameter and compression system.
Let’s break it down 👇
🔄 Compatibility Depends On 2 Things:
Bar Diameter (Standard or Oversized)
Compression Type (IHC, HIC, SCS, ICS, ICS10, Mini HIC)
📏 Bar Diameters
| Type | Outer Diameter | Inner Diameter | Usually Fits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 31.8 mm | 28 mm | IHC, SCS |
| Oversized | 34.9 mm | 32 mm | HIC, SCS |
| Oversized (Alu) | 34.9 mm | 28 mm | IHC, SCS |
🛑 Some bars have slits — and that matters too!
Bars with a slit = Not compatible with SCS unless you use a SCS bar adapter or cut the slit off
Bars without a slit = Work with SCS, but not with IHC or HIC without adding a slit
🔧 Compression System Matters
Here’s a quick guide to which bars work with which compression system:
| Compression | Fork Type Required | Bar Type Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IHC | IHC fork | Standard (w/ slit) | Most beginner completes use this |
| HIC | HIC fork | Oversized (w/ slit) | Not for aluminum bars |
| SCS | Any SCS fork | No slit (standard or oversized) | Requires clamp with SCS |
| ICS / ICS10 | Fork with long bolt | Standard (w/ slit, starnut) | Less common today |
| Mini HIC | IHC-style fork | Standard bar (w/ slit) | Rare; similar to IHC |
🧠 Pro Tips
Aluminum bars are usually standard inner diameter but oversized outer
Always double-check the fork’s specs and your clamp's size
SCS is the most universal — but requires bars without a slit and a dedicated SCS clamp
❓Still unsure if your setup matches?
Send us your scooter brand, bar, fork, and clamp — we’ll help confirm if it all fits perfectly.
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