Ceramic bearings are said to offer reduced friction lower weight and improved longevity.
Ceramic bearings bike hubs.
This is different from a full ceramic bearing which would have both the balls and the races made of ceramics.
When a bike with ceramic bearings goes over a bump the ball bearing which is harder than the steel race that contains it strikes the inner surface of the race.
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This impact leaves a very small dent or pit in the steel race.
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If your wheels already need service upgrading to ceramic bearings can help avoid problems down the road.
Two types of ceramic materials there are two materials that are common.
Worn out or contaminated wheel bearings increase friction and reduce performance.
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With the exception of one product the entire line of kogel bearings runs on hybrid ceramic bearings.