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product_id: 5008133
title: "Cane Creek 40-Series External Cup Complete for 34mm Head-Tube (1-1/8-Inch Straight Steerer), Black | bike-headsets-and-accessories"
brand: "cane creek"
price: "€ 121.85"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Cane Creek"
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/5008133-cane-creek-40-series-external-cup-complete-for-34mm-head
store_origin: SK
region: Slovakia
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# Innovative Clip-Seal Compression Ring 6061 T-6 Aluminum Cups Durable Steel Crown Race Cane Creek 40-Series External Cup Complete for 34mm Head-Tube (1-1/8-Inch Straight Steerer), Black | bike-headsets-and-accessories

**Brand:** cane creek
**Price:** € 121.85
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♂️ Upgrade your ride with precision and durability that lasts a lifetime!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cane Creek 40-Series External Cup Complete for 34mm Head-Tube (1-1/8-Inch Straight Steerer), Black | bike-headsets-and-accessories by cane creek
- **How much does it cost?** € 121.85 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/5008133-cane-creek-40-series-external-cup-complete-for-34mm-head)

## Best For

- cane creek enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cane creek brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durability Meets Value:** Steel crown race with low-friction face-seals ensures reliable performance ride after ride.
- • **DIY-Friendly Installation:** Designed for straightforward installation with common tools—no pricey bike shop visits required.
- • **Cross-Series Compatibility:** Internal parts compatible across Cane Creek 10, 40, and 110 series for easy upgrades and replacements.
- • **Sealed for Smooth Performance:** Innovative clip-seal design locks in the compression ring, keeping dirt and moisture out for long-lasting smoothness.
- • **Lightweight Precision Engineering:** 6061 T-6 aluminum cups internally contoured to minimize weight without sacrificing strength.

## Overview

The Cane Creek 40-Series External Cup Headset combines aerospace-grade 6061 T-6 aluminum cups with a sealed steel crown race to deliver a lightweight, durable, and smooth steering experience. Its innovative clip-seal design protects internal components, while cross-series compatibility ensures easy maintenance and upgrades. Trusted by cyclists for quality and value, this headset is a smart, long-term investment for any 34mm head-tube bike with a 1-1/8-inch straight steerer.

## Description

For a durable and reliable headset we can trust we go with the Cane Creek 40-Series Headset. Made with 6000-series aluminum alloy cups and finished off with a sealed steel crown race, the Cane Creek 40-Series Headset is the perfect combination of durability, value, and quality. The ZN40 bearings keep everything working smoothly, and are easily replaceable to restore our premium performance.

Review: Another quality Cane Creek headset - I have used several different brand headsets over the years, although most were Tange threaded models. I used a threadless Cane Creek 110 series for a previous bike (a Trek 720 disc that the frame cracked at the seat tube/top tube junction, but that’s a tangential rant I will skip for now), which was a pricey upgrade. While I would love to put a 110 series in my new steel frame, I could not justify the cost. The 110 is all US made and beautifully finished, including the smoothest bearings I have ever handled, but the 40 series appears just as nice in the hand, albeit not entirely US sourced. The bearings were just as smooth as my memory of the 110 series, too. Installing it was easy, using a home made headset press (threaded rod, an assortment of fender washers, and some nuts — look up DIY headset press and crown install tool on your favorite internet search engine), some wrenches, and grease (use it liberally at the headset/headtube interface). Adding the crown race to the fork was easy, using a section of PVC pipe long enough to extend from the fork crown to just beyond the fork steerer tube. You want the PVC to fit in the race as tightly as possible, so all the subsequent force is applied to the race, so take the race with you to your hardware store of choice. PVC is key, as you want something softer than the race. Place the crown race and gasket on the crown (more grease), PVC pipe on that, invert the whole assembly, and slam the PVC on a hard surface until it sets properly on the crown. Or you can pay your local bike mechanic for installation, but it really is easy to do without the pricey, dedicated tools from Park and other makers. Installation of the bearings and dust covers are easy to follow from the included instruction sheet supplied by Cane Creek. Definitely recommend Cane Creek, the 110 series (if you can afford it), and now the 40 series. I expect it to last for years, and Cane Creek sells replacement parts, so it is essentially a lifetime purchase.
Review: perfect fit for my straight steerer BB schwinn - I bought this to replace my bearings seeing that I had bought a new air fork to upgrade my Schwinn Santis 29 inch spring fork . I was reading what a pain it was to get the bottom bearing flange off a old fork and how much a pain it is to replace the star nut I decided to just buy a new head set and this filled the bill . Of course You will have to replace the bearing caps but for me that was easy took me a large flat blade screwdriver and a hammer , hooked it from the inside of the steering tube on the bearing cap and whacked it , popped them right out just be sure on where your hitting and take your time . saw many you tube vids on the "official procedure " in volving special tools , I call BS I used no "special tools " installing with a piece of wood and a hammer and some grease to lube it up and drove in the new races . I did buy a star nut driver from desertcart for cheep that really helped . Happy with the new bearings as these are quality sealed bearings much smoother then the old bearings

## Features

- 6061 T-6 Aluminum
- Internally Contoured Cups Minimize Weight
- Innovative Clip-Seal Seals the Top Assembly and Captures the Compression Ring
- Durable Steel Crown Race with Low-Friction Face-Seals
- Internal Parts Are Cross-Compatible Across 10, 40 and 110 series

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004JKIHHA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #98,627 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #14 in Bike Headsets |
| Brand Name | Cane Creek |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Bicycle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (265) |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840226094755 |
| Included Components | Headsets |
| Installation Type | Screw-In |
| Item Weight | 0.22 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Cane Creek |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BAA0068K_Noir |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Warranty |
| Material Type | Multi |
| Shape | Round |
| UPC | 840226094755 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cane Creek
- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Multi
- **Shape:** Round
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Bicycle

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another quality Cane Creek headset
*by E***E on May 30, 2019*

I have used several different brand headsets over the years, although most were Tange threaded models. I used a threadless Cane Creek 110 series for a previous bike (a Trek 720 disc that the frame cracked at the seat tube/top tube junction, but that’s a tangential rant I will skip for now), which was a pricey upgrade. While I would love to put a 110 series in my new steel frame, I could not justify the cost. The 110 is all US made and beautifully finished, including the smoothest bearings I have ever handled, but the 40 series appears just as nice in the hand, albeit not entirely US sourced. The bearings were just as smooth as my memory of the 110 series, too. Installing it was easy, using a home made headset press (threaded rod, an assortment of fender washers, and some nuts — look up DIY headset press and crown install tool on your favorite internet search engine), some wrenches, and grease (use it liberally at the headset/headtube interface). Adding the crown race to the fork was easy, using a section of PVC pipe long enough to extend from the fork crown to just beyond the fork steerer tube. You want the PVC to fit in the race as tightly as possible, so all the subsequent force is applied to the race, so take the race with you to your hardware store of choice. PVC is key, as you want something softer than the race. Place the crown race and gasket on the crown (more grease), PVC pipe on that, invert the whole assembly, and slam the PVC on a hard surface until it sets properly on the crown. Or you can pay your local bike mechanic for installation, but it really is easy to do without the pricey, dedicated tools from Park and other makers. Installation of the bearings and dust covers are easy to follow from the included instruction sheet supplied by Cane Creek. Definitely recommend Cane Creek, the 110 series (if you can afford it), and now the 40 series. I expect it to last for years, and Cane Creek sells replacement parts, so it is essentially a lifetime purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ perfect fit for my straight steerer BB schwinn
*by G***G on October 8, 2019*

I bought this to replace my bearings seeing that I had bought a new air fork to upgrade my Schwinn Santis 29 inch spring fork . I was reading what a pain it was to get the bottom bearing flange off a old fork and how much a pain it is to replace the star nut I decided to just buy a new head set and this filled the bill . Of course You will have to replace the bearing caps but for me that was easy took me a large flat blade screwdriver and a hammer , hooked it from the inside of the steering tube on the bearing cap and whacked it , popped them right out just be sure on where your hitting and take your time . saw many you tube vids on the "official procedure " in volving special tools , I call BS I used no "special tools " installing with a piece of wood and a hammer and some grease to lube it up and drove in the new races . I did buy a star nut driver from amazon for cheep that really helped . Happy with the new bearings as these are quality sealed bearings much smoother then the old bearings

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality headset
*by L***H on June 17, 2021*

Installing a headset and crown race requires a couple of special tools, so if you don’t have them, take your frame to a bike mechanic. With the tools, installation is pretty quick and easy. For a standard 1 1/8” head tube, the Cane Creek 40 hits the sweet spot… reliable and reasonably priced. I’ll probably not have to think about this headset for many years to come.

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*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-08-14*