DropSet 1 was Chris King's first integrated headset design. Every Chris King integrated headset uses the patented GripLock bearing cap (US Patent 8662517), which preloads the headset independently of clamping the steerer. That means preload doesn't drop over time the way it can on headsets where the bearings sit loose in the frame, so steering stays smooth, creak-free and can be torqued to a fixed spec. Chris King's bearings are made in-house, with surgical-grade steel races machined simultaneously so they're perfectly matched; they burnish smoother with age and are fully serviceable for years of demanding riding.

Highlights

  • 41.0mm 45x45 upper bearing
  • 52.0mm 45x45 lower bearing
  • Patented GripLock retention design for reliable headset adjustment
  • Compatible with Chris King's baseplate or integrated crown races
  • Made-in-house bearings, fully serviceable

Compatibility & fit

Fits frames with a 41mm upper and 52mm lower integrated headset bearing seat, both at 45 degrees, using either the Chris King baseplate or the frame's own integrated crown races. Confirm your frame's bearing seat sizes before ordering.

Chris King backs this headset with the King Lifetime Warranty: bearings included, covered for the life of the original purchaser against manufacturing defects, verified on chrisking.com/pages/king-lifetime-warranty. Crash damage, misuse and normal wear are not covered. For warranty support, return the product to Tune Cycles and we'll manage the claim with Chris King's Australian distributor.
  • 41.0mm 45x45 upper bearing
  • 52.0mm 45x45 lower bearing
  • Patented GripLock retention design for reliable headset adjustment
  • Compatible with Chris King's baseplate or integrated crown races
  • Made-in-house bearings, fully serviceable
BrandChris King
Upper bearing41.0mm, 45x45 degree
Lower bearing52.0mm, 45x45 degree
RetentionPatented GripLock
ColourMango
SKU SCV-CKHS-FM2001
Brand Chris King