Cane Creek 40 Tapered Headset, Black ZS44/28.6/H8 | EC44/40

Cane Creek 40 is a tapered headset for frames with a 44 mm head tube and forks with a tapered steerer tube. The ZS44/28.6 upper and EC44/40 lower combination fits, among others, the Brother Cycles Mehteh, Stroma, and Big Bro. A lot of headset for the money from American brand Cane Creek, and a good choice when you want sealed, replaceable bearings without stepping up to the 110 series.

It is important to understand the designation before ordering. ZS44 means that the upper bearing cup is pressed into a 44 mm head tube and sits mostly inside the frame. EC44 means that the lower bearing cup sits externally on the head tube. Combined with 28.6 mm at the top and 40 mm at the crown race, this headset is designed for a standard tapered 1 1/8"–1.5" fork.

The 40 series has aluminium bearing cups and sealed cartridge bearings that can be replaced when worn out. The top cover, star nut, and bolt are included, so you get the parts needed for a standard Ahead installation.

Check that the frame actually requires ZS44/28.6 at the top and EC44/40 at the bottom before ordering. Two frames with a 44 mm head tube do not necessarily use the same headset, so the SHIS designation is the safest way to check compatibility. The bearing cups should be pressed in with a headset press. If you do not have the right tools, we recommend having the installation carried out by a bike workshop.

Quick Specs

• Model: Cane Creek 40
• Type: Tapered Ahead headset
• SHIS upper: ZS44/28.6/H8
• SHIS lower: EC44/40
• Head tube: 44 mm inner diameter at the top and bottom
• Steerer tube: Tapered 1 1/8"–1.5"
• Steerer tube at the top: 28.6 mm
• Crown race seat: 40 mm
• Bearing cups: Aluminium
• Bearings: Sealed, replaceable cartridge bearings
• Colour: Black
• Fits, among others: Brother Cycles Mehteh, Stroma, and Big Bro
• Included: Top cover, star nut, and bolt
• Installation: The bearing cups are pressed in with a headset press

*If you do not have a headset press, we strongly recommend contacting your local bike workshop. For example, us: https://www.urbanbikewear.com/products/rampreparation