NTN bearings provide a great replacement for your Zipp wheels, from classic models to the latest hubs. Find the right bearing set to restore smooth performance and get your wheels running like new.
We have listed the most common Zipp hub models with their matching bearings for easy selection. If you don’t see your model or are unsure, simply send us photos of your front and rear hubs, and we’ll help you identify and match the right bearings.
All replacement bearings are premium-quality, made-in-Japan NTN bearings (some models are made in Germany). They are stocked in our Australian warehouse and directly imported from an official Tier 1 NTN distributor in Japan.
Zipp Wheel Hub Replacement Bearing Set - NTN Japan
NTN is a 100-year-old bearing manufacturer in Japan, still making their bearings in Japan. The build and quality are second to none in steel bearing area. With years of testing in cycling, their non-contact seal LLB range has been proven to suit cycling the best. It is not the cheapest steel bearing, but it is truly worth the investment if you are a commuter or casual rider. They are smooth and can last a long time, saving you from frequent visits to your bike store for replacements.
Chrome steel bearing races.
Steel bearing balls.
Made in Japan
Non-contact seals (LLB): reduce friction and enhance efficiency, allowing for improved speed and control in cycling.
LLB vs LLU Seal: The LLB seal is a non-contact type seal used in NTN bearings. It features very low torque and excellent dust-proofing. Its high-speed capacity is comparable to open-type seals, delivering minimal friction in wheel hubs. A light, waterproof grease is applied to enhance its waterproofing capabilities, making it ideal for cycling. On the other hand, the LLU seal is a contact type, which results in medium torque during bearing rotation. While it offers good dust and waterproofing features, its performance is limited by the contact nature of the seals. LLU seals are typically used in industrial applications where the working environment is more demanding. For smooth, low-friction, high-performance cycling on both road and gravel, the LLB seal is the ideal option.
To identify the bearings inside Zipp wheels, please first check the hub model rather than the wheel model, as similar wheel models may use different hubs. Zipp hubs are easy to recognise by their appearance, refer to the link (https://www.sram.com/en/service/articles/zipp-hub-timeline) to match your hub and use the corresponding list to order the correct bearings. If you're unsure, feel free to send us a photo of your hub, and we'll be happy to assist.
Wheel Set 1 Zipp 282 rear and 102 front hubs (1999 to 2001)
Kit configuration: 2x6900 front hub / 1x6901+1x6001 rear hub / 2x6901 freehub
Wheel Set 2 Zipp 202 rear and 84 front hubs (2002-2005)
Kit configuration: 2x6802 front hub / 1x6802+1x6902 rear hub / 2x6802 freehub
Wheel Set 3 Zipp 182 rear and 82 front hubs (2006-2008) for Zipp 202,303,404,808 Wheels
Kit configuration: 2x6802 front hub / 2x6802 rear hub / 2x6802 freehub
Wheel Set 4 Zipp traditional 208 rear and 108 front hubs (2006-2009)
Kit configuration: 2x6802 front hub / 2x6802 rear hub / 2x6802 freehub
Wheel Set 5 Zipp 188 rear and 88 front hubs (2009-2013) for Zipp 202,303,404,808 Wheels
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6803 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub Wheel Set 6 Zipp 188 V9 rear and 88 front hubs (2014) for Zipp 202,303,404,808 Wheels
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 7 Zipp 188 V10 rear and 88 front hubs (2015) for 404 Firestrike Tubular and Carbon Clincher
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 8 Zipp 30 wheel and ZIPP 60 wheel hub
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 9 Zipp 176 rear and 76 front hubs for 302 Carbon Clincher
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 10 Zipp 176D rear and 76D front hubs for 302 Carbon Clincher Disc Brake
Kit configuration: 2x6903 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 11 Zipp 177 rear and 77 front hubs for 202 Tubular and 202 Firecrest Carbon Clincher 303 Firecrest Tubular and Carbon Clincher 808 Tubular and Carbon Clincher 30 Course Tubular and Clincher
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 12 Zipp 177D rear and 77D front hubs for 202 Firecrest Disc-brake Carbon Clincher Disc-brake 303 Firecrest Disc-brake Tubular 303 Disc-brake Carbon Clincher 404 Firecrest Carbon Clincher Disc-brake 30 Course Disc-brake Tubular and Clincher
Kit configuration: 2x6903 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 13 Zipp Cognition V1-Gen 1 with Rim Brake Magnetic Clutch (2015-2019) for 303, 404, 454, 858, 808 NSW Carbon Clincher
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 1x6804+1x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 14 Zipp Cognition V1-Gen 2 with Rim Brake Magnetic Clutch (2019-2021)
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 15 Zipp Cognition V1 with Disc Brake Magnetic Clutch (2017-2021)
Kit configuration: 2x6903 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 16 Zipp Cognition V2 with Disc Brake/Rim Brake Sylomer Clutch (2021)
Kit configuration: 2x6903 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 17 Zipp ZR-1 and Cognition V2 hub
Kit configuration: 2x6903 front hub / 2x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 17 - B Zipp ZR-1 SL (Super Light) and ZR-1 SL SP
Kit configuration: 2x6803 front hub / 1x6903 + 1x6803 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 18 Zipp classic track hubs (1996-1999)
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 2x6001 rear hub / 0 freehub
Wheel Set 19 Zipp 282E track hub (2000)
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 1x6901+1x6001 rear hub / 2x6901 freehub
Wheel Set 20 Zipp rear track freewheel 8SP and 282 cassette disc hub (2000)
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 1x6901+1x6001 rear hub / 2x6901 freehub
Wheel Set 21 Zipp T2 track hubs (2003 - 2015)
Kit configuration: 2x6802 front hub / 2x6802 rear hub / 0 freehub
Wheel Set 22 Zipp 182 disc hub (2004-2005)
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 1x6802+1x6902 rear hub / 2x6802 freehub
Wheel Set 23 Zipp 182 disc hub (2006-2012) for Sub-9, 840, 900 disc wheel
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 2x6802 rear hub / 2x6802 freehub
Wheel Set 24 Zipp 188 Super-9 disc hub (2010-2012)
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 2x6803 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
Wheel Set 25 Zipp 333 track hub for 404 808 track wheels
Kit configuration: 2x6902 front hub / 1x6903+1x6803 rear hub / 0 freehub
Wheel Set 26 Zipp current black disc hub 11 speed (2013 - Current) for Super-9 and 900 disc wheel
Kit configuration: 0 front hub / 1x6803+1x6903 rear hub / 2x6803 freehub
