Integral Headsets - Compatibility?
03-05-04, 09:50 AM
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Integral Headsets - Compatibility?
Hi all,
I recently bought a Bianchi Axis (2004) and it has a 1-1/8 inch steer tube with an integral headset. I was wondering if all integral headsets are made to a standard set of dimensions (you can buy any brand and it will fit), or if they are designed with one manufacturer in mind.
I was also wondering about the fork as well. Are today's aftermarket carbon forks usable with either a standard headset or an integral one or do you have to purchase a fork with a race/crown that is designed for an integral headset?
I really ask these questions because I may upgrade the headset and fork in the future and I wanted to know what my options are.
Thanks in advance.
Steve Marley
I recently bought a Bianchi Axis (2004) and it has a 1-1/8 inch steer tube with an integral headset. I was wondering if all integral headsets are made to a standard set of dimensions (you can buy any brand and it will fit), or if they are designed with one manufacturer in mind.
I was also wondering about the fork as well. Are today's aftermarket carbon forks usable with either a standard headset or an integral one or do you have to purchase a fork with a race/crown that is designed for an integral headset?
I really ask these questions because I may upgrade the headset and fork in the future and I wanted to know what my options are.
Thanks in advance.
Steve Marley
03-05-04, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by rideintexas
Does Chris King make these headsets?
https://www.chrisking.com/headsets/hds_perdido.html
Very nice looking bike by the way.....
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