Chris King Dropset 45º Base Plate headset

Chris King DropSet™ 45º Baseplate - Precision Spare Part for Integrated Headsets

Restore the legendary performance and buttery-smooth steering of your Chris King headset with the genuine DropSet™ 45º Baseplate. As a critical component of your bike´s steering system, the baseplate provides the precise, stable interface between your fork and the lower headset bearing. This authentic spare part is engineered to the same exacting standards as every component that leaves the Chris King factory, ensuring a perfect fit and uncompromising durability for your DropSet™ integrated headset.

Baseplates for DropSet integrated headsets.

Don´t let a worn or damaged baseplate compromise the integrity of your entire headset. Using a genuine Chris King replacement guarantees the seamless integration and protection your high-performance bearings deserve. This part is not just a replacement; it´s an investment in maintaining the longevity and flawless function that has made Chris King the gold standard in bicycle components for decades.

Key Benefits:

* Maintain Legendary Performance: Restore the original, ultra-smooth steering precision your Chris King headset is famous for. A perfect-fitting baseplate eliminates play and ensures optimal bearing load for a silent, responsive ride.
* Ensure Perfect Integration: As a genuine Chris King spare part, this baseplate is manufactured to incredibly tight tolerances, guaranteeing a flawless, press-fit interface with your fork crown and a perfect match for your DropSet™ bearing.
* Uncompromised Durability: Crafted with the same commitment to quality as the complete headsets, this baseplate is built to withstand the rigors of aggressive riding, ensuring years of reliable service.
* Superior Bearing Protection: The design of the baseplate is integral to the headset´s sealing system. It works पुलिस with the bearing seals to create a formidable barrier against water, grit, and other contaminants, significantly extending the life of your lower bearing.

Main Features:

* Genuine Chris King Spare Part: Authenticity guaranteed, ensuring 100% compatibility and performance with your existing Chris King DropSet™ headset.
* Precision-Machined Interface: Engineered for a perfect, creak-free fit on the fork´s crown, providing a solid foundation for the entire headset assembly.
* Designed for DropSet™ Integrated Headsets: Specifically created to work with the Chris King DropSet™ family of integrated headsets, maintaining the original design integrity.
* Integrated Sealing Design: Features a profile that enhances the protective capabilities of the headset´s sealing system, safeguarding the precision-made bearings within.
* Made in the USA: Proudly designed, manufactured, and assembled in-house at Chris King´s facility in Portland, Oregon.

Technical Specifications:

* Product: DropSet™ 45º Baseplate
* Category: Spare Parts
* Subcategory: Headsets
* Compatibility: Specifically designed for the Chris King DropSet™ 4 integrated headset.
* Fitment: 42mm 45 degree fits DropSet 4. This baseplate is designed for the 42mm lower bearing (SHIS IS42) used in the DropSet™ 4, typically for forks with a 1-1/8" straight or tapered steerer that has a 30mm crown race seat.
* Bearing Angle: 45º
* Gaskets: The baseplate is a key part of the headset´s sealing system, featuring an integrated design that works in conjunction with the bearing seals to provide robust protection against a wide range of environmental contaminants