headset

I have changed the stem on my 2014 Genesis Volant. As a result I now have a very slight looseness through the headset and I don't know why. It was not there before the change (so it is not the bearing wear). Nor is it like that Volkswagen ad, where something else is loose. The only different...

Or: Am I missing the blindingly obvious? So here's the headset on the newly rebuilt bike. Notice scratches from spanner. It won't stay tight: either it is hard to steer, or the forks wobble. Sometimes, by way of variation, they do both. I'm not sure how they manage that either. A couple of...

Velo Staywrap Chainstay Protector Velcro New Size XL please see photos for details £4.50 posted Promax Headset Spacers Set 1" 1/8 10, 5, 3, 1 mm I have two packs of these, £3.75 posted per pack or £5.25 posted for both packs New old stock

Somehow I ended up with two of these so this one's unused, BNIB. £15 posted.

Anybody use these ? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ABR-Float-1-1-8-Fully-Adjustable-Headset-Spacer-35mm-to-50mm-Silver-Alloy/292689333485?hash=item4425a4cced:g:yH0AAOSwpP9Y7L1c

I have an Italian mid 80.s NERI e renzo Columbus sl frame What would be the correct headset needed Many thanks

Hi all, just about completed a new build on an old frame. I noticed that my Shimano 600 headset was missing the lock washer that goes between the top race and the locking nut. When I rode the bike the headset was often loosening off, so I put this down to the missing lock washer. Anyway I bought...

Hello everyone. I have spent two years looking for suitable forks for my crash damaged Graham Weigh. I thought I was there but it turns out a small section of threads are damaged. Would this section be improved enough by running a tap down it? Does the average LBS still have such tools...

Hi all, I've removed the steerer from my bike for the first time, the headset bearings appear to be in very good nick so I'm going to re-install them. They and the races have been coated/smeared in a greenish-coloured paste/grease , what type of lube should I be using to re-assemble the steerer...

This may be a simple question with an equally simple answer but it has me struggling at the moment. Is it possible to find Shimano stops to replace the down tube levers and enable me to install STI brakes. See photo for braze on design.

Looking through my box of spares today l found a Stronglight Comp. headset with caged bearings. My question is "should it stay or should it go" I dont think it would be appropriate for the bikes l have right now but l suppose you never know if something suitable might appear. Its condition is...

I would like to change my headset on the above bike, I've done the bearings once before so I know how, but I want to change it to a Chris King headset but I do no know which one to order. Can anyone advise please? Apparently it's an Integrated, cartridge bearings, sealed, alloy, 1-1/8" top...

Merry Christmas everyone! Currently in process of very amateur building of a TT bike. I need to get a headset. Put the bike model in on Cane Creek headest finder and it gives me these stats: Upper = IS 41/28.6 Lower = IS 41/30. Unfortunately, it doesn't go as far as actually then showing you...

The headset bearings on my genesis delta 10 need replacing as they are very worn. I have been searching for a week and can't for the life of me understand what I need to get. Online bike shop websites, that sell this model, suggest that the headset on the bike is an FSA Orbit C-40. I understand...

I have replaced cartridge bearings before and whilst they are easy I've usually found the most difficult part is identifying then sourcing the exact one you need. The good thing about them is it's easy to tell when they need replacing as there is a noticeable shake in the steering. My Genesis...

I shall soon be swapping my headsets. I'm reasonably confident in servicing my current headset - taking it apart, greasing bearings, putting back together etc I've never changed a headset before, but I had assumed (perhaps naively) that it would just be a case of taking the current one apart...

While I've decided on most of the parts for my Pickenflick build, I'm stuck on which headset to use - or more specifically which manufacturer. Planet X build the full bike with their in house Selcof item, but my other options are the FSA version or separate upper & lower components from Crane...

Hi, I need a hi rise stem and bars for 1 1/8" a-headset for my hybrid. Please PM me if you can help

I've got some handlebars for the retro project but the width is too narrow for my liking (36cm). Has anyone got a pair of wider bars but with the narrower 25.4 1 inch variety not current 'oversized' diameter please? All the best.

I have a 2012 Sirrus Comp. The spec says my headset is: 1-1/8" sealed Cr-Mo Campy Style integrated bearings, 15mm alloy cone spacer with 30mm of spacers Cane Creek say i need: Upper Headset Type IS Upper Head-tube Type 42 Stem Clamp Diameter 28.6 Lower Headset Type IS...

My Trek Fuel Ex9 2012 needs a new headset. Quoted in the blurb is FSA NO.57E, E2, ACB sealed bearings BTW, I don't have the tools etc to check the angles etc on the bearings. I've checked the usual suppliers and can't source one. Any help finding one please? :smile:

Hi All, Does anyone know if you can adjust the headset on a Boardman Team Hybrid 2016 or is it fixed? I presume I need spacers if you can? Cheers

A 2mm is a bit thick and I could get another turn of the locknut if I had a 1mm. Anyone got one kicking around? They are not common except in kits of spacers.

Hi, There is very slight movement where the black ring meets the frame , I have tried everything I can think of to stop it but without success, any pointers ?

Advice needed and where better to go than here? I'm in the process of rebuilding an old Giant Cadex CFR-2 and the headset is shot. I've tried to get an original from YST (part No: HP-8311N) but unfortunately they're so far out of date even they don't have one knocking around in the basement...

I've just put a brand new headset in and it's all gappy. It's kind of like the races don't match up with the bearings or something. I've tried bouncing it, jiggling it, rocking it, all the usual stuff to settle it in but no luck. FSA No11N, spec gives a 1mm gap betwixt fork crown and bottom cup...

Not sure if this is the right forum so apolgies if not. I stripped down one of my bikes to change a few things and noticed thst the headset sounded and felt rough so I took it to a bike mechanic to remove it as I havent the correct sized spanner and he said that he couldnt undo it so I tried...

Hi, I have a semi integrated headset that has gone clunky and notchy, wanting to straight line the wheel. Would this be a complete replacement or just bearings? I have no experience with anything with bearings.

Hi all! I am trying to build my first custom bike, based on Specialized Diverge frame (2015?). Bearings are original, all good, I don't see a physical difference between them so not sure which one suppose to go as upper/lower one. (all I could find is that for Specialized Allez lower and upper...

My ridgeback supernova developed lumpy steering. On inspection the top(caged)bearings were past the best and the cage was in pieces. I have tried all the local bike shops and none have any that fit.So I put loose ball bearings in and packed them with grease.All is smooth for now. The shops had...