Brompton folding bikes pride themselves on being a great ride for all who sit in their saddle, providing their rider with a speedy yet safe ride. Their main key feature is that they fold away into a compact and easily carried package. The great thing about a Brompton folding bike is how independent it allows the rider to be, as you can take the bike wherever you choose.
The engineers and designers behind Brompton folding bikes adhere to extremely high and rigorous standards making sure all of the bikes features are engineered to the highest and most stylish of designs.
The bikes feature a full-sized frame, made mainly of steel for strength and stiffness. They are designed to be practical and light enough to be genuinely portable (the actual weight depends on the model and configuration, but ranges from 9 - 12½ kg / 20 - 28lbs).
Brompton folding bikes are also extremely proud of their weight honesty guaranteeing all customers that the advertised weight of their bike is actually the real weight and includes all the items on the bike including mudguards, pedals, etc.
Every model of Brompton folding bikes is made from scratch, and there are three main designs available. The key difference between each of the three types of bikes is the differing handlebar styles, which are all designed to be suitable for different requirements and styles of riding.
Each custom built order has a key model that is representative of each Brompton type. All of these key models are built and delivered featuring the full kit, ensuring they are road ready and come complete with mudguards and lighting fitted as standard.
Cyclists wanting a light weight version of the Brompton folding bikes can rest easy in the knowledge that each model type is also available in an extra light specification with front forks, rear frame, seat pillar and other smaller features made out of titanium.
The M type model design of Brompton folding bikes has handlebars in a U-shape - a design feature that has been synonymous with the Brompton since the brand first began. These U shape handlebars give a ride that is upright and allows fantastic control. The M Type is the most popular of the Brompton folding bikes as it is a bike that is suitable for all, whether it be a nice ride out in the country, cycling to work in the city or a quick stop at the shops. The M type features the Sturmey Archer’s reliable 3-speed hub and all the fundamental advantages of the Brompton design.
The P type model features handlebars perfect for the touring cyclist amongst us. It comes with lower grips, angled for comfort on longer stretches of road and upper grips that offer a welcome break on the arms as well as providing excellent control around any roadside obstacles. The key P Type features a rear rack that gives additional luggage-carrying capacity and the six well-spaced gears will handle almost all gradients encountered on a long ride.
The S type Brompton folding bikes are considered to be the most attractive of the range and they are the most lightweight of all the bikes. The grips are lower and further forward than on the M Type, giving a sporty riding position. The key S Type model features the Brompton’s derailleur system that turns a single-speed into a nimble 2-speed bike without the weight of a gear hub providing a nice light weight bike that can handle whatever your journey throws at it.
Brompton folding bikes provide a huge range of designs that are suitable for all cyclists and journeys out there. Therefore, ensure you visit their latest range when purchasing your new folding bike.
