mr_tom-
This is what I have.
I live in Forest Hill, and visit my Mum who lives the other side of Crystal Palace (Col in Londres Sud).
I take the train.
Everywhere else, 2 gears are absolutely fine. I've no hankering for any more. The simplicity delights.
I had Marathons on it from new, but changed to Kojaks earlier this year. The difference in rolling resistance is very noticeable, and very much enjoyed.
I've not suffered any punctures before or after the swap.
Hope Vision 1 on the front (remove before fold), and a Brompton specific Cateye at the back - you'll need a 2017 saddle which has a threaded insert to match the Cateye fitting.
Prior to that I used a Leyzene KTV usb light on the back, at the top of the seat post - it didn't affect the fold.
I've thrown enough Ti flavoured money at this bike that it would've been cheaper to buy a medium-sized yacht and keep it moored in Marbella.
Unfortunately it still remains an effective means of dislocating a shoulder when it is folded and I'm carrying it whilst running for a train.
You should take into account that mine is a 2013 bike which is still on its original brake pads - so not exactly high mileage. Although as of this year it regularly deals with my weekly trip to the stupormarket. During the week it is seldom used.
But it is fantastic as my 'go to' bike where I don't need to put on spd shoes or don Lycra.
It took me a while to get my head around that is wasn't a replacement for any of my road bikes.
I don't know whereabouts you are based, but I would deffo recommend Compton Cycles in Catford - they've a large stock of Bromptons and know their stuff when it comes to these.
Enjoy yours when you get it.
You are reading a single comment by @mr_tom and its replies.
Click here to read the full conversation.
JurekB
So I'm getting a brompton through cycle to work scheme. What do I need to know?
Had planned to go to London fields cycles and try some out there.