A cyclist riding a bike.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nYou\u2019ll know that the headset is loose. Typically, it\u2019s going to knock, or rattle, or you\u2019ll just notice that it is creaking when the operation was silent before. It will be something that you won\u2019t just feel, but you\u2019ll hear as well.<\/p>\n
If you want to give it a quick test, get a light forward momentum and then simultaneously push down on the headset while squeezing the front brake lever. You should hear a faint or even loud knock, creak, or \u2018click\u2019, and you\u2019ll notice a slight or pronounced \u2018shift\u2019 in the headset that wasn\u2019t there before.<\/p>\n
Why is my MTB headset clicking?<\/h2>\n
If your MTB headset is creaking and you\u2019ve been maintaining the bearings by making sure that they are both cleaned and properly greased, then check the head tube, specifically focusing on the cups.<\/p>\n
You should be able to see where the problem is by putting your focus there and engaging the brake lever, rocking the bike back and forth while you are looking. Likely this will show you that the problem is between the cups and the frame, but if you aren\u2019t certain then go ahead and bring it into the shop.<\/p>\n
Do NOT ride the bike during this time, as you could damage your bike in the process, so put it on your car\u2019s bike rack or take the wheels off and put the frame in your trunk to get it to the shop for a closer look.<\/p>\n
Is my headset tight enough?<\/h2>\n
The easiest way to check if your headset is tight enough is to simply try adjusting the spacers, If you cannot turn them without a massive effort, then they are just about perfect. If they move easily, however, then you need to go ahead and tighten them until you cannot loosen them again without a huge effort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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