How do I maintain my road bike headset?

How do I maintain my road bike headset?

How to maintain your road bike headset?

To keep your headset running smoothly, we recommend regular maintenance. Here's how to carry out this relatively simple operation.

  • Time : 1h00
  • Level : Medium
  • Tools : Allen key set | Degreaser | Grease | Cloth

Steps

Reminder : to maintain the play, it is not necessary to remove the cups, only the bearings. To gain access to the bearings, first disassemble your bike's forks.

  1. Clean and degrease the cups and bearings. bearings of your headset.

  2. Lubricate all parts thoroughly.
    Probikeshop tip: in this case, the primary function of the grease is to seal the assembly to prevent corrosion.

  3. Refit your headset and fork.

  4. Follow How to adjust your road bike headset

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