Clockwork Fork knowledge (looking for)

[foldy86]

I'm looking to upgrade the forks on my '98 Clockwork.
What forks did they come with as standard, and what forks work well with them?
What specs do I need to look for when I'm buying?
(Confused as to whether the Clockwork needs 1" or 1 1/8")
I've got a history of buying parts that don't actually work, and really don't want to upset the Geometry of this fantastic bike
Thanks in advance!

 

[brocklanders023]

Have a look in here mate.

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/archive/categories/orange.59/

Seems Bombers were an option so that's the way I'd go.

 

[foldy86]

Wicked, cheers for that, I'll have a look

 

[foldy86]

Have a look in here mate.

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/archive/categories/orange.59/

Seems Bombers were an option so that's the way I'd go.

Where did you find bombers were an option?
I couldn't see that, found that Judy XC/XL, Pace RC36's were available as an upgrade for the '98 models. Turns out mine's a '99 model (frame produced in '9 and there was probably a Manitou option too.
And my RST's are probably factory fitted.

In all honesty, I'm not fussed about keeping it 100% period correct, I just want something good that works, maybe marzocchi, maybe pace.

But I still don't know what I'm looking for
I'm sure there are many different variations of these forks, and with my track record, I'm seeking advice first

 

[brocklanders023]

I assumed going on the fact they're fitted to some of the models in the 98 range mate. Imagine you'll be wanting 80mm forks?

 

[markoc]

I have a Clockwork of that era that had RST forks on, which were heavy and not brilliant. My 98 P7 had Manitou Spyders which weren't bad but a bit flexy. 98 is more than likely a 1 1/8 ahead - so plenty of choice.

The unwritten rule, of course, is Pace forks on an Orange...

...unless you go rigid, and they ride so nicely on the F7 forks.

 

[brocklanders023]

True on the Pace/Orange rule tbf.

 

[foldy86]

Thanks for the help and advice, I've gone for some Pace RC36 Evo's