{"product_id":"ceramicspeed-ohd-slt-headset-bearing-kit-specialized-sl8-sl7","title":"CeramicSpeed OHD SLT Headset Bearing Kit for Specialized SL8, SL7 \u0026 Allez Sprint","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11,0\"\u003eSovereign Front-End Precision: Solid Lubrication Technology Meets Absolute Corrosion Resistance and the Ultimate Maintenance-Free Headset Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1\" id=\"p-rc_fce58dfacfc5f294-47\"\u003eEliminate the frustrating click-clack play of worn headset assemblies, shield your cockpit from the corrosive effects of heavy sweat and coastal humidity, and say goodbye to the mechanical nightmare of tearing down internally routed cables just to grease a rusted bearing. \u003cspan class=\"citation-97\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1\" data-index-in-node=\"277\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-97\"\u003eCeramicSpeed OHD (Optimized Headset Design) Kit for Specialized SL8, SL7, and Allez Sprint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-97 citation-end-97\"\u003e represents the absolute pinnacle of front-end engineering—engineered explicitly to survive the harshest environments that destroy traditional headset components.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sourcing premium technical hardware independently from overseas stores often exposes you to long shipping delays, single-item courier minimums, or unexpected port clearance hold-ups. Epic Sports handles all international logistics natively. \u003cspan class=\"citation-96 citation-end-96\"\u003eHand-built in Denmark and backed by a lifetime warranty, this kit utilizes groundbreaking self-lubricating physics to preserve your steering control permanently.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11,3\"\u003eWhy the OHD SLT Framework Dictates Cockpit Mastery:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_fce58dfacfc5f294-48\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"citation-95\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-95\"\u003eGroundbreaking Solid Lubrication Technology (SLT):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-95 citation-end-95\"\u003e Inexhaustible internal coating.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-94 citation-end-94\"\u003eInjects an oil-encapsulated solid plastic polymer directly into the bearing tracks, forming microscopic pores that steadily and evenly distribute vital lubricating fluid as the handlebars move.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete Core Corrosion and Rust Immunity:\u003c\/b\u003e Unyielding element defense. Pairs specialized stainless steel balls and premium races to completely shrug off acidic road salts, aggressive sports drinks, heavy downpours, and post-ride jet washes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eZero Maintenance \"Fit and Forget\" Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e Elimination of workspace service friction. The self-contained polymer structure prevents grease washout and locks out fine trail dust, sand, and grit, requiring absolute zero re-greasing or cleaning across its entire lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTailored Specialized Integrations Fitting:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision geometric alignment. Molded explicitly to slide perfectly into the integrated internal headset cups of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003eSpecialized Tarmac SL8, Tarmac SL7, and Allez Sprint\u003c\/b\u003e framesets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Axial Force and Vibration Dissipation:\u003c\/b\u003e High-stability tracking. Engineered to absorb the continuous, heavy oscillating forces transmitted through rigid carbon forks, eliminating micro-pitting to deliver incredibly stable, razor-sharp high-speed descending control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11,6\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Product Architecture:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11,7\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Performance Variable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Architecture \u0026amp; Product Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrame Model Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,1,0\"\u003eSpecialized Tarmac SL8, Tarmac SL7, and Allez Sprint Framesets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLubrication System Core\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,2,1,0\"\u003eSLT Matrix (Oil-Encapsulated Solid Plastic Polymer Micropores)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRace and Ball Metallurgy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,3,1,0\"\u003eHigh-Grade Performance Stainless Steel (Maximum Oxidation Resistance)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeadset Bearing Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,4,1,0\"\u003eUpper and Lower 1-1\/2\" Arrays | 40.5 x 49.5 x 6.5 mm Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChamfer Contact Geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,5,1,0\"\u003eStandardized 45° \/ 45° Precision Structural Bevel Configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternal Service Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAbsolute Zero Maintenance Required\u003c\/b\u003e (No grease replenishment needed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturer Warranty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,1,0\"\u003eCeramicSpeed Direct \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eOfficial Lifetime Factory Warranty Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFulfillment Status\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,8,1,0\"\u003eSecurely Stocked Natively in Kenya, 100% Factory Authenticity Verified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11,9\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Specialized Owners:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy is a premium CeramicSpeed SLT headset bearing so crucial for bikes like the Tarmac SL8 and SL7?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,11\"\u003eModern superbikes like the Tarmac SL8 and SL7 route all brake hoses and electronic shifting wires directly down through the upper headset bearing inside the head tube. While this looks beautifully clean and aerodynamic, it creates a massive mechanical problem: any time rain water, cleaning soap, or heavy rider sweat runs down your handlebars, it channels straight into your headset bearings. With standard steel bearings, they rust quickly, causing your steering to bind or notch up. To swap out a cheap rusted bearing on these bikes, a mechanic must completely disconnect and bleed your hydraulic brake lines, stripping your entire front end down. Installing the CeramicSpeed OHD kit eliminates this issue entirely. Because it is water-proof and corrosion-proof, it will never rust or wear out, making it a \"one-and-done\" investment that saves you thousands in labor costs over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDo I need to pack this headset with standard bicycle assembly grease when installing it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,13\" id=\"p-rc_fce58dfacfc5f294-49\"\u003eNo. Traditional headset bearings require a thick outer layer of grease to stay lubricated and repel external moisture water streams. The CeramicSpeed OHD bearing operates on an entirely different physical blueprint. 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