Mountain Bike Integrated Headset Installation
The cups taper ring and crown race which is split for easy installation and removal are all machined from 2014 t6 aluminium.
Mountain bike integrated headset installation. How to install a integrated headset on a carbon bike frame. Headset uses custom made replaceable stainless steel bearings to resist corrosion. Our bike headset guide includes a wealth of information on bicycle headset including headset standards maintenance and repairs different headset types and more. My new bike is the first one i ve had with a semi integrated headset.
This video is about installing integrated headset on a carbon specialized stumpjumper. Integrated headset tech specs integrated headset is designed to fit in 1 1 8 frames where the bearings fit directly into the frame. Global mountain bike network 250 267 views. There are now several different systems in use on bicycles.
If possible disconnect cables shift and brake levers. Remove any washers spacers from steering column. In this mtb how to we are going to be installing a new headset. If you are not removing bars completely use care not to kink or damage housing when hanging bars on bike.
Bicycle headset installation 101 backcountry amateur radio. This article will discuss the various headset types and standards found on modern bikes. Loosen stem and remove bars and stem from steering column. Whenever you are replacing the headset on your mountain bike it is very important to align the headset cups and bearings properly and apply grease in just the right places.