Headsets are an essential and very important part of a freestyle scooter. The headset primarily allows the bars to rotate. In our shop you can buy headsets from brands: Root Industries, Bestial Wolf, Chilli. The main difference between headsets is whether they are threaded (fit threaded forks) or threadless. They are also divided into integrated (industrial bearings only) or non-integrated (with cups). According to the type, we can determine which deck and fork the headset fits. If the headset is for threadless forks you must also buy one of the compression systems which is used to tighten the headset to the deck. Improper tightening of the headset shortens both its lifespan and the lifespan of the fork.
Not sure how to choose? Check our guide here: How to choose a headset
Headset types
THREADED THREADLESS INTEGRATED THREADLESS NON-INTEGRATED
THREADED
Threaded headsets are used only for threaded forks.
This is the oldest headset and compression system used in freestyle scootering.
You will only find it on cheap scooters up to about 120 EUR.
They consist of a ball bearing cage, cups, a fork crown race and two nuts that tighten against each other (so-called locknuts).
THREADLESS INTEGRATED
Integrated headsets are used only for threadless forks. They are also used only with integrated deck cups.
Do not use with threaded forks. The headset, deck and fork may be damaged!
The headset consists of: industrial bearings, a ring (headset spacer), and a fork crown race.
You must use a compression system to tighten the headset.
THREADLESS NON-INTEGRATED
Non-integrated headsets are used only for threadless forks. They are also used only with non-integrated decks.
Do not use with threaded forks. The headset, deck and fork may be damaged!
The headset consists of: industrial bearings, cups, a ring (headset spacer) and a fork crown race.
You must use a compression system to tighten the headset.
Today they are not used very often.
How to extend headset lifespan:
- always keep the headset tightened
- keep it clean
- occasionally clean it and apply a few drops of oil.
Some of our tips:
- If you choose a threadless headset, you must also use a threadless fork.
- A threaded headset requires a threaded fork.
- Non-integrated headsets are compatible with most decks and must be installed properly.
- Integrated headsets are compatible only with integrated decks. No tools are needed for installation.
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