Hello,

I've been riding with the OEM-provided bearings for a while now with no apparent issues. The bike has been a joy to ride.

I recently decided to switch up my handlebar setup and figured it'd be a good time to upgrade the bearings as well. Based on the comments in this thread, I believe this is the correct FSA model to use as a replacement:

https://www.jensonusa.com/full-speed-ahead-acr-no-55r-headset

Could anyone who has bought the FSA bearing confirm that this is the correct one?

TIA!

Quote from: Sakizashi on April 06, 2026, 08:28:11 AM
I wouldn't put carbon paste near threads, particularly if it's the grit kind. I would disassemble, regrease the bolt, and then reassemble.

One mode of failure for these kinds of clamps is if the clamp's hardware (idk the ears?) is touching the cradle, preventing proper torque. Sometimes this is because of using the wrong size hardware (7x9mm on a 7x7mm saddle). Other times it's just an installation error. Let me know how it goes, happy to help troubleshoot.

Hey! Thank you for the reply. I should have clarified a bit better -- the carbon paste was applied to the "ears" (the part that grips down on the seatpost). Also, I'm using a 7x7 saddle with the correct clamp hardware (not the oval set provided by Long Teng). I'll make sure the "ears" aren't touching the cradle and that everything is making proper contact.

Do you know if the Ritchey clamp's "ears" have a larger clamping radius?

Hello all,

I want to start off by saying this frame has been a blast. I've enjoyed it much more than my LTK 268.

I've recently run into an issue with the saddle clamp. I was on a ride and hit a bump, and my saddle nose shot straight up. The clamp has been tightened to the labeled 12Nm with carbon paste and I'm still able to move the saddle with my hands (With some force applied).

I'm using the clamp provided by Long Teng, but I have a Ritchey WCS-1 clamp on order. TIA.

First-time poster. This is my second bike from Long Teng, the first being the LTK 268 (Thank you @Serge_K for the recommendation). The LTK 266 handles noticeably differently from the 268. The bike went together fairly easily, I only had to drill the hole for the front derailleur cable, as it was too small.

I am having an issue with the top cap, it's rubbing on the frame when riding. I am using the LTK provided bearing and an LTK handlebar with their provided metal top cap and spacer. The provided bearings appear to be the correct size and Alisa has confirmed that too. I've ordered shims to hopefully remedy this issue -- any additional pointers are greatly appreciated!

LTK266-D-SL:
LTK HB09 Handlebar
Elite Wheels
LT-WOO ER9 3.0 + 105 parts
Selle Italia SLR Boost Saddle

Bike:
https://imgur.com/a/w9Ajdv1

Top bearing:
https://imgur.com/a/N3AtYhi

Does the spacing here look correct? My 268 had much less spacing.