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Vp 1 1/8 Threaded Alloy Headset
Vp 1 1/8" Threaded Alloy Headset
VP Components are more commonly known for supplying Cane Creek headsets so their components are made to a very high standard and this headset is no exception. It would make a great upgrade from your original headset whether you're replacing old parts or just looking for a bit more from your headset.
- Classic Fit for Conventional 1"1/8 Bikes with Threaded Forks
- Suitable for Road, Mountain & Trekking Bikes
- Constructed from High Grade Aluminium and Steel
- Seals on Top and Bottom to keep dirt and moisture out
- Replaceable Steel Bearings
- Weight: 138g
- Colour: Anodized Silver
- Diameter: 25.4 / 34 / 30
- Stack Height: 24 + 11.5 = 35.5
- Bearing: Caged (5/32)
- Size: BC1-1/8
- 10 Pieces
Our Price
For more technical information, sizing and descriptionsplease consult the technical brochure or website.The bearings themselves are STAINLESS STEEL andare replaceable. The cups, taper ring and crown race(which is now split for easy installation and removal)are all machined aluminium. All headsets comecomplete with the Hed Doctor, and the 1.5” step downwith a stainless steel bolt version. Sealing is achievedthrough an adjustable taper ring cover and integratedrubber seal. The bearings also incorporate their own sealing,and being made from stainless steel resist corrosion and it’sby products much better than a conventional steel bearing.The conventional 1 1/8” headset is available in the 6standard colours - red, blue, silver, black, gold and gunsmoke,whilst the other 3 models are available in black only.*The 1.5” stepdown has a revised lower cup assembly whichdrops the crown of the fork down by 10mm, improvingclearance between forks and down tubes. An aftermarketcrown race is also available which has 3mm of extra heightbuilt into it, which again can be used to help with clearanceissues.