Thank you. I am having problems with a Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro e-Bike headset and this answers the question of why I cannot stop the play and the consequential knock that accompanies it over rough ground. So well explained, it’s really great to see you get to the bottom of the issue.
I replied on your other comment, but in case you don’t see it, I can confirm the Cane Creek ZS56 /ZS56 headset is perfect. It feels so much better. It’s solid now, and the bearings are spinning nicely. I matched it with a Funn Equalizer 50mm stem, as I liked the reach on the original, but it was a little too long. It looks and feels much better now.
@@MarioGoatse Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, I am determined to get the headset not to knock when i'm off road - I may be purchasing these items shortly.
Fantastic vlog, having the very same issue with my Cube Stereo Hybrid……….. by the sounds of it most of the cube owners have been recommending Superstar Components. Can’t wait to get mine sorted! Keep up the good work 👏🏽
I was having the same issue with my cube reaction hybrid pro 625 2022. Just replaced with the superstar components full headset (top and bottom). Very good ones, the bearings are full sealed, no gaps, no play.. The best upgrade I have done to the bike 😂🙏🏻
Just out of interest, I have the FSA Orbit Z 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm) headset! Was yours the same I’d be interested to know and buy the correct parts ?
I think its good to know that this same headset purchased aftermarket comes with proper quality sealed bearings etc. but in a situation like this the OEM manufacturer ordered these headsets with these cheaper components to keep costs down and is not indicative of FSA products.
On the sealed bearings, you can service them if you want. You’ll need a dental pick or an exacto knife to pop the seals out, working on the stationary area of the seal that’s against the outer race. Practice on s9me old seals first if you have any and need the confidence. Once you have the seals off you wish wash them clean using an old toothbrush and some Dawn dish detergent. Dry them and pack with Phil woods hydrophobic grease and pop the seals back on and you’re good to go.
Hey mate, I’ve got a similar issue with my Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro (Mine is Acros though). My head tube is the same as the Stereo, but my bearings are a ZS44 Top (with a plastic spacer to make it 56), and a ZS56 bottom. I’m upgrading it because the bearings are rusted and gritty, so should I just grab a Cane Creek ZS56 to ZS56? It will fit the 56/56 head tube like yours right?
@@jooliphant I can confirm that the Cane Creek ZS56 / ZS56 fits perfectly. I removed the old plastic Acros headset, and the newer Cane Creek headset feels a million times better.
Hi you can make a neoprene headset protector for the bottom cup from a neoprene laptop case and Velcro lizard skins make them but I think they only do for standard sized headsets.
Good vid and insight in to issues with the headset, I have the same problems with my CUBE STEREO HYBRID 140 HPC SL 2022 after 6 months, do you no if our head sets are the same size as I would like to purchase the seal bearings in ur vid , many thanks iain.
Thanks. Are you sure it’s the same problem? The cube website suggests it has an Acros headset in there which I’m sure comes with sealed bearings and also Not the plastic wedge. It does look the same size of headset though. archiv.cube.eu/en/2022/536152
@@sketchyscotsmanmtb9173 I think so, bike is at local glasgow work shop for service , ive had to have all the drive train replaced and they are saying bearings need replacing and is not covered under warranty , quite disappointed with cube , so was doing some research to see if any1 else had similar issues.
@@sketchyscotsmanmtb9173 yes you are right , had them replaced on Saturday sealed and no plastic , but still failed after six months , thanks again for your insight into this.
Under my top cap in Actioneteam 140 from 2020, there were 2 pieces of FSA Micro-Spacer for Micro-Integrated Headset by default, which ensures proper pressure of this plastic ring to the bearing - I don't see anything like that under the top cap in your video. Can these bearings be replaced with, for example, crane creek? They have the same angles but are 1mm lower? Has anyone tried something like this?
Just out of interest, I have the FSA Orbit Z 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm) headset! Was yours the same I’d be interested to know ……..
It is most likely that you simply need to tighten up the top bolt / steering nut, and also need to re-grease the bearings. The file he is printing is a very extreme fix, for a semi integrated headset. Getting those pre fitted cups out of the frame is difficult, and if you do it will also void the warranty. I absolutely would not recommend doing it. If you grease the bearings and tighten everything up, but find it still creaks, take it to a Cube dealership. It is only one month old so it is covered for everything that requires any major repair or replacement.
Thank you. I am having problems with a Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro e-Bike headset and this answers the question of why I cannot stop the play and the consequential knock that accompanies it over rough ground. So well explained, it’s really great to see you get to the bottom of the issue.
I replied on your other comment, but in case you don’t see it, I can confirm the Cane Creek ZS56 /ZS56 headset is perfect. It feels so much better. It’s solid now, and the bearings are spinning nicely. I matched it with a Funn Equalizer 50mm stem, as I liked the reach on the original, but it was a little too long. It looks and feels much better now.
@@MarioGoatse Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, I am determined to get the headset not to knock when i'm off road - I may be purchasing these items shortly.
Fantastic vlog, having the very same issue with my Cube Stereo Hybrid……….. by the sounds of it most of the cube owners have been recommending Superstar Components. Can’t wait to get mine sorted! Keep up the good work 👏🏽
I was having the same issue with my cube reaction hybrid pro 625 2022. Just replaced with the superstar components full headset (top and bottom). Very good ones, the bearings are full sealed, no gaps, no play.. The best upgrade I have done to the bike 😂🙏🏻
Just out of interest, I have the FSA Orbit Z 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm) headset! Was yours the same I’d be interested to know and buy the correct parts ?
I think its good to know that this same headset purchased aftermarket comes with proper quality sealed bearings etc. but in a situation like this the OEM manufacturer ordered these headsets with these cheaper components to keep costs down and is not indicative of FSA products.
Really useful video! Got a creaky headset on my Reaction PFM 625 and now got some ideas for what to investigate.
Information put across very well! Top video
I’m going changing mine now 👍🏻
On the sealed bearings, you can service them if you want. You’ll need a dental pick or an exacto knife to pop the seals out, working on the stationary area of the seal that’s against the outer race. Practice on s9me old seals first if you have any and need the confidence. Once you have the seals off you wish wash them clean using an old toothbrush and some Dawn dish detergent. Dry them and pack with Phil woods hydrophobic grease and pop the seals back on and you’re good to go.
Hey mate, I’ve got a similar issue with my Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro (Mine is Acros though). My head tube is the same as the Stereo, but my bearings are a ZS44 Top (with a plastic spacer to make it 56), and a ZS56 bottom. I’m upgrading it because the bearings are rusted and gritty, so should I just grab a Cane Creek ZS56 to ZS56? It will fit the 56/56 head tube like yours right?
same bike, same problem.
@@jooliphant I can confirm that the Cane Creek ZS56 / ZS56 fits perfectly. I removed the old plastic Acros headset, and the newer Cane Creek headset feels a million times better.
Hi you can make a neoprene headset protector for the bottom cup from a neoprene laptop case and Velcro lizard skins make them but I think they only do for standard sized headsets.
Good vid and insight in to issues with the headset, I have the same problems with my CUBE STEREO HYBRID 140 HPC SL 2022 after 6 months, do you no if our head sets are the same size as I would like to purchase the seal bearings in ur vid , many thanks iain.
Thanks. Are you sure it’s the same problem? The cube website suggests it has an Acros headset in there which I’m sure comes with sealed bearings and also Not the plastic wedge. It does look the same size of headset though. archiv.cube.eu/en/2022/536152
@@sketchyscotsmanmtb9173 I think so, bike is at local glasgow work shop for service , ive had to have all the drive train replaced and they are saying bearings need replacing and is not covered under warranty , quite disappointed with cube , so was doing some research to see if any1 else had similar issues.
@@sketchyscotsmanmtb9173 yes you are right , had them replaced on Saturday sealed and no plastic , but still failed after six months , thanks again for your insight into this.
Great vid buddie! Thanks for the info 👌🏼
Under my top cap in Actioneteam 140 from 2020, there were 2 pieces of FSA Micro-Spacer for Micro-Integrated Headset by default, which ensures proper pressure of this plastic ring to the bearing - I don't see anything like that under the top cap in your video.
Can these bearings be replaced with, for example, crane creek? They have the same angles but are 1mm lower? Has anyone tried something like this?
Hey Sketchy, i have the stereo hybrid, how much for one of your 3d printed expansion rings ?
Hey, sorry I don’t sell the printed expansion ring as I don’t know how durable they are. I just switched the headset which is really the best move
Just out of interest, I have the FSA Orbit Z 1.5B ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm) headset! Was yours the same I’d be interested to know ……..
Salute!
by any chance, can you/anyone provide the 3D project file so we can print it out too?
Thank you for your videos!
Kind reminder!
3d print file please. My 1 month old Cube has just began to creak....can you load to thingyverse or similar? Thanks in advance.
It is most likely that you simply need to tighten up the top bolt / steering nut, and also need to re-grease the bearings. The file he is printing is a very extreme fix, for a semi integrated headset. Getting those pre fitted cups out of the frame is difficult, and if you do it will also void the warranty. I absolutely would not recommend doing it. If you grease the bearings and tighten everything up, but find it still creaks, take it to a Cube dealership. It is only one month old so it is covered for everything that requires any major repair or replacement.