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
| Position | Specification |
|---|---|
| Top | ZS44 / 28.6 |
| Bottom | ZS56 / 40 |
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cane Creek 40.ZS44 | ZS56 Short Cover Complete Headset |
| Manufacturer | Cane Creek |
| Item Code | CCR230601 |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Activity | Cycling |
| Headset Type | Complete |
| Headset Standard | Semi-Integrated (ZS) |
| Steerer Diameter | 1 1/8″ – 1 1/2″ Tapered |
| Stack Height | 12 mm |
| Top Cover | 8 mm |
| Bottom Cover | 4 mm |
| Cup Material | 6061-T6 Aluminium |
| Cover Material | 6061-T6 Aluminium |
| Crown Race | Steel |
| Bearings | Black Oxide |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 101 g |
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
