: These are the "heart" of the Headshok's smooth travel. You’ll need four sets of linear needle bearings and matching inner/outer races.
: Protects the inner mechanism from mud and grit. These are secured with zip ties and are a common point of failure if they crack or tear.
: Essential for leaking air or oil. They often include U-cup seals (typically 0.5in/12.7mm inner diameter) and various metric O-rings (like 21x2mm for the bottom cup). cannondale-headshok-parts
Regular bike tools won't always cut it for a Headshok. You might need:
: Required to remove the internal damper assembly. : These are the "heart" of the Headshok's smooth travel
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Because many Headshok parts are proprietary, you often have to look beyond standard bike shops: These are secured with zip ties and are
can be a bit of a treasure hunt since Cannondale doesn't provide extensive DIY guides or direct part sales for these vintage components. However, there is a dedicated community and specialized retailers where you can find everything from seals to needle bearings. Essential Parts Checklist