Subject: Re: creaking headset Posted by: Jason on September 21, 1997 at 12:55:28: In Reply to: creaking headset posted by Erik Wålstedt on September 19, 1997 at 01:16:59:

Message: : My headset (or stem) is making some kind of creaking : noise especially when i stand and bend.... : I would really like some help with this...... : sincerely : Erik Walstedt A creaking headset is a very common problem. My recommendation to you is to remove all the bolts, one at a time, from your stem. Grease them up a little, and re-tighten them. If the creaking still exists, take apart your headset and re-grease the bearings and all bolts. If you've never taken your headset apart before, it would probably be a good idea to take your bike to your local bike shop, and ask them to take a look at your headset bearings and possibly re-grease them. I had this problem before, and it turned out my bearings were thrashed. I ended up buying a new sealed headset. If you ride in wet conditions, sealed components are the way to go. Just something to keep in mind.