Stunt scooter Headsets

Headsets for Swift Scooter Turns

Discover our variety of scooter headsets and bearings here. You will find the key information necessary to select the perfect headset for your scooter – and never look back!

Defining a Scooter Headset

A scooter headset allows your bar and fork to rotate effortlessly inside the headtube of the scooter deck, crucial for maintaining control, balance, and executing tricks. Whether you're navigating through school routes or perfecting tailwhip-to-barspins at the skatepark, a dependable headset is vital.

The core of the headset comprises scooter bearings. These bearings ensure the seamless rotation of your bar, with one positioned at the top and another below the headtube of the scooter deck.

Headsets typically include these components as a complete set:

Two bearings
A top cap
A C-ring
Headset spacers
Crown race

Sturdily designed headsets with sealed bearings offer improved durability and smoother function, requiring lesser upkeep. Open bearings, susceptible to grime and deterioration, are inferior, so we always advocate for sealed bearing headsets.

Refer to our comprehensive guide:

Stunt scooter Headset Buyer's Guide

Understanding Stunt scooter Headsets & Compatibility

IHC forks come with slimmer fork tubes, necessitating a mini C-ring. It's likely already provided with your IHC fork, compression kit, or is pre-installed on a complete stunt scooter with IHC compression.

When seeking a compatible headset for your stunt scooter, not many factors require consideration. High-standard scooter headsets are generally crafted to fit decks with integrated headset bearing cups.

Regarding the crown race – though most headsets include one, numerous forks have an integrated crown race, making a separate one redundant. The crown race is where the fork and headset bearing interact.

Scooter Headset Longevity

Scooter headsets generally boast a long lifespan, especially those using top-notch sealed bearings and receiving adequate upkeep. Although breakages are rare, wear can set in over time due to extensive usage or neglect.

Indicators for Replacing a Headset

Consider a replacement if you experience any of the following headset issues:

Irregular noises during bar spinning (provided all components are secured tightly)
Resistance or rough movement while steering
Visible issues like cracks or rust on the bearings
Bearings that appear worn-out or damaged

Caring for Your Headset

Consistent maintenance extends your headset's life and maintains peak performance:

Regularly dismantle your scooter to clean and assess the headset
Clear any dirt and remove old grease from both bearing cups and bearings
Reapply fresh grease to the bearing cups and bearings during reassembly
Inspect for any wear or damage while cleaning
Make sure the headset is tightened correctly to prevent any play or slack

Carrying out such maintenance regularly ensures smoother functioning and helps avert long-term damage.