Description
CHRIS KING / CHRIS KING has always been a leading headset manufacturer since its start in 1976.
Based on over 40 years of expertise in manufacturing high quality headsets with a basic axis of high performance bearings that are produced in-house, CHRIS KING is proud to introduce DropSet™ , the first integrated headset from CHRIS KING.
The project was designed completely from the ground up, starting with tests that analyzed the forces during use of the integrated and press-fit headsets to discover the unique issues that needed to be addressed. The most demanding challenge to overcome is that the integrated headset is set into the frame without being press-fitted. If the bearings are not set tight, they will move and preload will be lost rapidly. As preload is lost, the load on the bearings increases, leading to damage and failure.
This is where Chris King's proprietary GripLock™ system comes in. The result of years of trial and error by Chris King, this system is a patented design that secures the fork steerer with a unique system. This GripLock™ system ensures that DropSet™ maintains a much higher preload than its competitors and is not subject to any adverse bearing effects from any road impact or sudden braking.
More notably, DropSet™ is available with a choice of steel or ceramic bearings. This is the first time that Chris King has released a ceramic bearing headset. Ceramic bearings offer superior wear resistance and rotational performance, and are even more durable than traditional, in-house manufactured steel bearings, reducing maintenance and extending the life of the headset.
[SPEC]
| Type:. | Integrated Italian (IS) |
| Size (in S.H.I.S.) : Top : IS41 / 28.6.6 | Top : IS41 / 28.6mm Lower : IS41 / 30mm |
| Bearing Standard : Upper : 41.0mm 45/45mm | Upper : 41.0mm 45/45 Lower : 41.0mm 45/45 |
| Column Size : 1-1/8 | 1-1/8" |
| Bearing : Stainless Steele, Ceramic | Stainless Steele, Ceramic |
| Main Compatible Manufacturers : [INSTALL MANUAL] [INSTALL MANUAL |
[INSTALL MANUAL]
As mentioned in the manual, "reaming" or "facing" may be necessary to adjust the frame precision when installing high-precision CHRIS KING products.
- We ship within 1-2 business days after receiving your order (payment). (Basically, orders placed before 12:00 p.m. are shipped the same day.)
- Messenger delivery is available within Nagoya City only.
- We ship every day from Monday to Sunday, except on temporary holidays.
- Available delivery areas: All over Japan and the world.
- Please note that delivery may be delayed due to credit card processing status. If you would like to specify the delivery date and time, please fill in your request in the additional information in the shopping cart.
- The product will be shipped from Circles.
- Please contact the shipping company in case of damage or loss during shipping.
Regarding the delivery of complete bikes
- Please note that a separate shipping fee of 9,900 yen (tax included) will be charged for shipping complete bikes. (However, an additional fee will be charged for delivery to Okinawa and remote islands.)
- After receiving your order, we will do a final check and ship complete bikes, but it may take 1-2 weeks. Please understand.
- We will send the bike with some parts removed for packing. We strongly recommend that you have your bicycle assembled at your nearest bicycle store.
- We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
- We apologize for any sales discrepancies at the store.
Regarding the delivery of frame sets
- Nationwide flat-rate shipping: 5,500 yen (tax included) (However, an additional fee will be charged for delivery to Okinawa and remote islands.)
- We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
- We will provide the pre-treatment of facing and tapping for the frame sets purchased at our store as a service. We will inform you separately after purchase.
- We can also install a headset and BB for a fee, so please feel free to contact us.