Chris King InSet 8 Headset

InSet 8 Headset

Investing in a headset from Chris King means you won´t be buying another for your bike anytime soon, but that´s a good thing. We´re also pretty sure you´ll have a hard time reverting to any headset that isn´t built with the careful precision and craftsmanship that the Portland-based brand gives to all of its designs. If your lithe new carbon road machine comes with a burly headtube to dissipate road noise, you´ll want to be running the InSet 8 Headset to complement it.

Built with the bombproof construction echoed across the rest of the InSet line, the InSet 8 was created for frames with 44mm straight head tubes and 1-1/8 to 1-1/4in steerer tubes. The InSet 8 includes Chris King´s GripLink upper bearing cap, which uses a split compression ring to center the steerer tube in the upper bearing to provide a more secure interface, especially for carbon frames. It features a semi-integrated upper cup and external lower cup with Chris King´s renowned bearings.

Chris King introduced the entire InSet line to accommodate changing standards across frame geometry, and the InSet 8 is specified as ideal for road or ´cross measurements, though you can use it on a mountain frame with appropriate dimensions.

Details

• An iconic headset that accommodates tapered steerer tubes
• Expert craftsmanship for quiet, consistent functionality
• Lightweight, durable materials hold up to wear
• Portland-based Chris King pioneered modern bearing design
• Item #CKG001L

Tech Specs

Material

[cups, top cap, bearing cap] aluminum, [bearings, crown race] stainless steel

Steer Tube Diameter

tapered

Compatible Components

1-1/8 to 1-1/4in tapered steerer tubes, 44mm head tube diameter

Compatibility

1-1/8 to 1-1/4in tapered steerer tubes, 44mm head tube diameter

Recommended Use

road cycling, cyclocross

Manufacturer Warranty

10 years