Description

Cane Creek 40.ZS44 | ZS56 Short Cover Complete Headset (Tapered)

The Cane Creek 40-Series Headset sets the benchmark for performance, durability, and value. Inspired by the premium 110-Series design, the 40-Series includes all essential features required for a lightweight, reliable, and long-lasting headset.

Designed for modern tapered forks and frames with semi-integrated (Zero Stack / Press Fit) headset cups, this headset offers excellent compatibility and serviceability. With interchangeable parts and cross-compatibility across the 10, 40, and 110 series, Cane Creek provides one of the widest headset compatibility ranges available.

The Short Cover version includes an 8 mm top cap and 4 mm bottom cap for a clean, low-profile cockpit setup.

Features

• Performance headset from Cane Creek’s 40-Series range
• Designed for tapered forks
• Semi-integrated (Zero Stack / Press Fit) cups
• Compatible with Interlok® spacers
• Internal parts cross-compatible with Cane Creek 10, 40, and 110 Series
• Precision engineered in Fletcher, NC, USA
• Lightweight and durable construction
• Complete headset supplied with top and bottom assemblies

Compatibility

Fork Compatibility

• Tapered steerer forks:
  • 1 1/8″ – 1.5″ tapered

Frame Compatibility

• Upper head tube:
  • 44 mm internal diameter
• Lower head tube:
  • 56 mm internal diameter

SHIS Standard

Specifications

Technology

Cane Creek 40-Series

The 40-Series combines proven headset technology with durable materials to provide:

• Long service life
• Smooth steering performance
• Reliable bearing protection
• Excellent strength-to-weight ratio