The Cane Creek 40 is one of the most widely adopted headset designs in cycling — reliable, available in every configuration. Our ceramic replacement bearings fit the 40 series in ZS44/ZS56 tapered and ZS44 straight configurations. Grade 3 silicon nitride balls, DLC-coated races, and ABEC-7 tolerances transform a dependable headset into a performance one.
What You Get
- ✓ Grade 3 Si₃N₄ ceramic balls — reduced steering friction from ride one
- ✓ DLC-coated chromium steel races for extended bearing life
- ✓ ABEC-7 precision tolerances for smooth, play-free steering
- ✓ Matched pair: upper and lower bearings included
- ✓ Direct replacement for Cane Creek 40 cups
Technical Specifications
| Includes |
2 bearings (upper + lower) |
| Seal Type |
Integrated contact seals |
| Tolerance |
ABEC-7 |
| Expected Life |
20,000–35,000 miles |
| Race Material |
52100 Chromium Steel, DLC Coated |
| Configurations |
ZS44/ZS56 tapered, ZS44/ZS44 straight |
| Compatible Headset |
Cane Creek 40 compatible |
| Bearing Material |
Grade 3 Silicon Nitride (Si₃N₄) |
Compatibility
Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56 (tapered)
Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS44 (straight)
Cane Creek 40 IS42/IS52
Any frame using Cane Creek 40 series headsets