Specialized Headset No.42

Yes, this is a complete solution. It includes the top cover, compression ring, and both the upper and lower angular contact bearings, so you have all the necessary components to restore your steering precision.

This headset is designed for tapered head tubes, specifically fitting 1-1/8 inch to 1.5 inch setups. It is intended for a wide range of Specialized mountain and electric mountain bikes, but you should verify your bike's specific headset standard or consult your owner's manual to ensure a perfect fit.

Angular contact bearings are designed to handle both radial and axial loads simultaneously, which is crucial for the forces exerted on a mountain bike's front end. This design provides smoother handling and better durability compared to standard cartridge bearings.

While this headset is engineered for specific Specialized mountain and electric mountain bike models, it uses industry-standard bearing sizes. However, because headset fitment can be highly specific to frame tolerances and head tube designs, we recommend using it only on the Specialized models it was designed for.

The total weight for the complete headset assembly is 70.87 grams, keeping it lightweight while maintaining the durability of its aluminum construction.