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100% bin that.
The Brompton superlight no, Sjs one yes. Used a Jtek hub and Brompton rim or cr18. Stock Brompton looseball hubs are trash.
Change the grips to something ergonomic. Keep the tyres to 100psi and replace other bits as required.
The main frame has had changes, but not massive since 2004 so all the modern parts fit.
You have the old style stem/bars. So ideally upgrade to the 2017+ stem and newer bars (Kuosac Mid rise) and then you can fit new brake levers/shifters.
You also have the old style chainset, keep an eye on this, some have failed after lots of use. New one is much better and you can swap rings easy.
Keep an eye on the seat post sleeve - this wears and if you just keep tightening the seat clamp the frame will crack!
The rear hinge - 2mm of play = new one (£20 parts + £20 labour at sjs) some places quote £50+ labour which is FUCKING RIDICULOUS.
Feel free to message if you have any questions, I talk Brompton non stop ... my OH told me off for talking about bikes in my sleep...
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Hi everyone,
I've taken ownership of a fairly well-used 2009 M6 and am looking for a bit of advice.
It needs a few things fixing and upgrading and I've got a few questions.
Firstly, the front wheel looks like it's ready to go- firstly will I die if I keep riding it?
If I do change it, is it worth buying a Superlight front wheel?
Also, is it a stupid idea to upgrade bits on a bike this old? Are there any simple/cheap things to change first?
Thanks for any help.