If you’ve been riding a Sur-Ron, Talaria, or similar e-moto, chances are you’ve run into the same problem a lot of riders complain about: loose headset bearings. The stock setup uses an OEM star nut that tends to walk up the steering tube over time, leaving you with sloppy steering and a front end that just doesn’t feel right.
That’s where the Warp 9 Stem Lock comes in — a simple but game-changing upgrade that keeps your headset bearings tight, your steering precise, and your ride dialed.
🛠️ The Problem: OEM Star Nut Slippage
The OEM star nut is fine for casual use, but under real riding conditions (jumps, trails, aggressive cornering), it can creep up the steering tube. Once that happens, your headset bearings loosen, and your handling takes a hit. Riders notice wobble, play in the front end, or just that unsettling “loose” feeling.
🔧 The Solution: Warp 9 Stem Lock
The Warp 9 Stem Lock Kit replaces the weak OEM star nut with a threaded rod system that runs the full length of the steering tube. This design compresses the lower triple clamp to the upper triple clamp, keeping constant pressure on your headset bearings so they stay tight.
Key Features:
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Full-length threaded rod → locks lower and upper triple clamps together.
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No more loose headset bearings → keeps steering smooth and solid.
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Lower machined retaining nut → includes two 5 mm threads so you can mount a fender with ease.
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Spacers included → 4 black steering tube height spacers (20 mm, 15 mm, 5 mm, 3 mm) to fine-tune your setup.
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Stronger than OEM → engineered to handle the abuse of e-moto riding.
⚡ Why Riders Call It a Must-Have
The Warp 9 Stem Lock isn’t just another accessory — it’s a core upgrade for safety and performance. Loose headset bearings can wreck your handling and wear down your headset parts prematurely. By locking your steering system together, the Stem Lock extends the life of your bike, improves front-end stiffness, and gives you the confidence to push harder on trails or the track.
If you’re already running other Warp 9 parts like bars, stems, or foot pegs, the Stem Lock completes your setup and ensures your cockpit stays dialed.
✅ Final Thoughts
If you’re fighting with loose headset bearings, the Warp 9 Stem Lock is the fix you’ve been waiting for. Strong, simple, and rider-tested, it solves one of the most common problems with Sur-Ron and Talaria steering setups.
👉 Upgrade to the Warp 9 Stem Lock at Proper Emoto Co. and keep your ride tight, safe, and ready for whatever the trail throws at you.
