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Old 07-06-25 | 05:10 AM
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Originally Posted by bwilli88
If you consistently take off your fork, what headset are you using?
I was thinking of using a roller bearing headset I have but would a sealed bearing headset be better?
I do not think it matters as long as you do not have a bunch of small bearings rolling around loose. I have no clue what roller bearing you are considering. If you lack the tools, you may be looking at a shop fee to remove and replace the bearing races in the frame depending on how new it is. Only one of my bikes has a headset that does not need to be pressed into the frame.

On my S&S bike I use the headset that was included with my frame and fork purchase. It has cartridge bearings, below.





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