The Blackbearing Ball Cage 5/32-16 is a specialized bearing retainer commonly used for bicycle headsets and pedals. Featuring a high-density 16-ball configuration, this cage is designed to provide smooth steering and stable rotation for both vintage and modern bikes with standard 1-inch steerer tubes.

Features

• High Ball Count (16): The use of 16 balls ensures excellent load distribution across the bearing race. This is particularly important for headsets, as it prevents the "pitting" or "indexing" of the cups that often causes stiff or notch-like steering.

• Precision Grade: Specifically engineered for low friction and smooth movement, meeting the needs of road cyclists, BMX riders, and commuters alike.

• Simplified Maintenance: The cage holds the balls in a fixed circular alignment, making it much easier to drop into the bearing cup without the mess and difficulty of handling 16 loose balls.

• Direct Fit Replacement: Designed as a "drop-in" part for standard 1" threaded and threadless headsets found on older mountain bikes, road bikes, and classic BMX frames.