NYC-rider
12-23-04, 08:51 PM
what is it
BMX - whats an integrated headset
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SamDaBikinMan
12-23-04, 09:13 PM
It is where the headset that secures the steerer tube is a machined tube for the bearing races to press into eliminating the need for both the bearing assembly and a pressed in bearing race cup. The steerer tube bearings fit directly into the headtube. It eliminates a bit of weight and also allows for larger diameter bearings to be used which increases strength.
NYC-rider
12-23-04, 09:19 PM
is it something tou can buy or do u nr=eed a whole bunch of stuff to get it
NYC-rider
12-23-04, 09:20 PM
Bcuz i wanna get the s&m black bike and it says requires integrated headset do most bikes have this wow this is the first time ive evr been this puzzled about a bmx related thing since i started riding
Tazz
12-24-04, 08:03 AM
if the frame has a integrated headset then all you do is buy a intergrated headset to fit it. there so much easier to assemble (i have one), just place the bearings in slot in the seals, and your off
Balsawood
12-30-04, 08:38 AM
If you got to a ike shop, be sure to ask for an integrated headset, not an internal one otherwise it will not fit, it will cost about $30/$40 for one that will hold up for as long as a normal headset.
Most frames do not have them as they are a new idea for BMX's but they have been around for a while in road and MTB.
Most frames do not have them as they are a new idea for BMX's but they have been around for a while in road and MTB.