Developed from the ground up for a wide range of tapered and oversized headtubes, the Chris King InSet 5 headset combines maximal durability, silky-smoothness, and unrivalled longevity with a phenomenal service life. Handcrafted in the USA, this is the go-to headset for zero stack, mixed zero stack, or external cup setups.
Perfectly primed for peak performance whilst also sturdy enough to outlast the bike it is fitted to, this is a remarkable feat of engineering. The meticulous care and attention invested into the production of each InSet reflects a lasting commitment to quality and environmentally conscious manufacturing.
Every single InSet is engineered, manufactured, and assembled in-house at Chris King’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon. Fully serviceable and with a 10-year warranty, this is an elite performance product built to last.
Chris King’s legendary bearings and heat-treated, surgical-grade steel races form a perfectly integrated system that becomes smoother as they burnish with use, wearing in rather than wearing out. Chris King maintains complete control over every aspect of production, ensuring bearings are made to a high specification.
The innovative GripLock retention system isolates forces normally exerted on the steerer tube, protecting it from fatigue and wear. Because the preload is set independently from the steerer tube, it can be matched to precise torque specifications. This system also reduces the chance of the headset coming out of adjustment, even after repeated heavy braking and intense riding.
Technical Specifications:
- Manufacturing: Engineered, manufactured, and assembled in Portland, Oregon, USA
- Warranty: 10-year built-to-last warranty
- Bearings: Legendary made-in-house bearings
- Retention Design: Patented GripLock® design for dependable headset adjustment
- Weight: Responsibly lightweight
- Compatibility: Designed for a 49mm straight headtube and a tapered steerer tube
- SHIS Standard: ZS49/EC49