Chris King InSet i2 Headset

The Chris King InSet i2 headset with semi-integrated Zero Stack 44 headset crown and bottom bracket for frames with a 44 mm steerer tube insertion depth and forks with tapered steerer tubes, 1 1/8 inch (28.6 mm) at the top and 1.5 inches (40 mm) at the bottom.

Chris King InSet i2 Griplock Headset Specifications and Dimensions:

• Semi-integrated headset, Zero Stack tapered: 1 1/8 inch top, 1.5 inches bottom
• Griplock cap
• Stack height: 12.7 mm
• Headset material: CNC-machined aluminium, anodised
• Bearing material: double-sealed stainless steel
• Weight: 140 grams (manufacturer’s specification)
• Includes Chris King star nut, Ahead clamp

The headset has been developed for tough cycling use and also looks great on a road bike. The cap covers are made from aluminium and CNC-machined; the bearings are made from stainless steel, multi-sealed and so well-made that Chris King offers a 10-year warranty on all headsets. Furthermore, the bearings are easy to maintain.

Chris King quality:

Anyone who hears the name Chris King immediately thinks of extremely durable headsets. Produced by Chris King in Portland, Oregon, USA, to a standard of quality that rightly deserves the label ‘indestructible’. The benchmark in headsets – often copied, never equalled – which is why there is a 10-year warranty.

Chris King GripLock:

The NoThreadSet headset with the newly developed GripLock cap. The multi-piece cap features a slotted cone ring, which allows for an even easier connection between the steerer tube and head tube

Zero Stack 44/28.6 top mount dimensions:

Frame mount 44 mm diameter, 9.5 mm installation depth, steerer tube diameter 28.6 mm

Zero Stack 56/40 mm bottom stack:

Frame mount 56 mm diameter, 11 mm installation depth, steerer tube diameter 40 mm, fork taper 40 mm

Headset installation:

The installation of headsets requires frames and fork taper seats that have been prepared to fit precisely. The headset seat in the frame must be absolutely parallel. Special milling tools are available for this purpose.

Even the best headsets will not function properly if fitted incorrectly and will break very quickly as the ball bearings will not run exactly parallel.

Herstellerinformation: Manufacturer details: Chris King, 2801 NW Nela St, 97210 Portland, Oregon, United States, http://chrisking.com