Bicycle Repairs : Tools to Check a Bicycle Head Set

One bearing system on bikes that has a tendency to get loose, especially in older one-inch diameter head sets, is the one-inch threaded head set. Learn about the tools needed to check a bike head set with help from a former BMX and collegiate racer in this free bicycle repair video.

Expert: Parker Ramspott
Bio: Parker Ramspott has owned and operated a bicycle store in Amherst, Mass. for over 20 years.

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• riding
• bikes
• cycling
• biking
• repair
• bicycle
• bicycle repairs
• wheels
• derailleur gears
• chains

[jmcc20]

If there is squeaking when the headset is turned from side to side would that likely mean it has to be adjusted or do the bearings need servicing? Thanks

[TheFupaKing]

@Adrian41800 road bikes.

[Adrian41800]

what do you call these kind of bikes? they are so thin! please reply

[d25myaofg]

@sgtlzy Yes, they should undoubtedly be replaced. Any pitting is a bad side and you run the risk of ruining bearings and cups.

[sgtlzy]

If either fork race (upper or lower) has small pits where the bearings ride, should they be replaced? Thanks!

[ramiejose]

hi can wou have drop bars on a mountain bike eg specalized hardrock sport

[winglittle]

Thanks, this was pretty useful.