Description

Deda IN-5 Integrated Tapered Headset 1 1/8″ – 1.5″
Elevate your ride´s performance and handling with the Deda IN-5 Integrated Headset, a premium component designed for discerning cyclists who demand precision, reliability, and style. As a crucial element in your bike´s steering system, the headset dictates the quality of your control and connection to the road or trail. The IN-5 is meticulously engineered to provide an exceptionally smooth and responsive steering experience, making it the ideal upgrade for high-performance road and MTB builds. Whether you´re climbing steep ascents, descending at high speed, or navigating technical singletrack, this headset ensures your front end remains stable, predictable, and incredibly fluid.
The foundation of the IN-5´s superior performance lies in its high-quality Angular Contact Bearings (ACB). These precision-machined chrome steel bearings are engineered to perfectly manage the complex loads generated during riding. Their specific contact angle allows them to handle both radial and axial forces simultaneously, resulting in a headset that is not only incredibly smooth but also highly durable and resistant to developing play over time. This robust construction ensures long-lasting, friction-free rotation, translating directly into more intuitive steering and enhanced rider confidence.
Aesthetically, the Deda IN-5 is a masterclass in clean integration. It is fully compatible with the innovative Deda H.S.S. (Headset Stack Spacers) system, which allows spacers to be mounted directly over the headtube for a seamless and aerodynamic profile. Combined with the exclusive and stylish POB (Polish on Black) finish, this headset provides a professional, factory-build look that complements any modern frame. To further customize your setup, the IN-5 is available with either a lightweight alloy or a premium carbon top cover, allowing you to match your bike´s aesthetic and save precious grams.
A Critical Component of Your Steering System
The headset is the unsung hero of your bicycle´s front end, acting as the pivotal interface between your frame´s headtube, the fork, and the handlebars. The Deda IN-5 is engineered to perfect this connection. Its tapered design, accommodating modern 1 1/8” to 1.5” fork steerers, creates a stiffer and stronger front end, which significantly reduces flex under hard braking and cornering. This rigidity ensures that every subtle input from your handlebars is translated directly to the front wheel without delay or vagueness, offering a truly connected and precise steering feel. By choosing a high-quality integrated headset like the IN-5, you are investing in the overall stability, safety, and performance of your entire steering system.
Technical Specifications
* Headset Model: Integrated 1 1/8” – 1.5”
* Bearing Type: Angular Contact Bearing (ACB); Chrome Steel
* Bearing Size (Upper): 41.8×30.5x8mm
* Bearing Size (Lower): 46.9×34.1x7mm
* Contact Angle: 45° x 45°
* Headtube Requirement: Tapered Ø 46.0mm upper; Ø 52.0mm lower
* Fork Steerer Compatibility: Tapered 1 1/8” (28.6mm) – 1.5” (38.10mm)
* Top Cover: Ø 46mm; available in Aluminum or Carbon
* Crown Race: Ø 39.8mm Aluminum
* Stack Height: 9.6mm (8.8mm + 0.8mm)
* Weight: 76g