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Bottom bolt is a bit hard to see if you have enough to work with. However engineer makes some excellent tools for stripped bolts.
Alternatively drill the old bolts out and tap larger threads and size up on the bolt.
You could probably wear a helmet-camera. That may make them less likely to take you on - but it's not a guarantee of course, as they may steal that too.
Also buy the Hornit bike horn - it's 140 dB, and can definitely startle them https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hornit-dB140-V2-Worlds-Loudest/dp/B006TDEV20
I haven't used any of the straps linked above, but I have used a Klien Tools padded adjustable shoulder strap with an Off yer bike carry strap. The Brompton can be quite heavy, even if you lift weights and have a super-strong core, I wouldn't recommend carrying it too long this way. This method is best for covering short distances where you need your hands free. If I have to carry it for longer periods of time I just use the "off yer bike" handle. I rarely use the shoulder strap these days for this reason.
You can buy a 16" Slime tube which fits the Brompton wheel which claims it lasts around 2 years before drying up (on Amazon USA): https://www.amazon.com/Slime-Inner-Tube-Pre-Filled-Sealant/dp/B01MXV7TUI/
I don't have personal experience with them, only the 26" version on MTB tubes. They always dried up before I ever got a puncture that needed to be sealed.
There are a number of manufacturers who make something like it's, but here is there one I bought https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B087X1G1W3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_3ARZ1Y2XGHFCTQS31XQ9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
One of the only parts of my Brompton I dislike is the Bell.
I get that its small and compact and still works, but even the cheap $5 bell on my wife's non-folding bike is better (read: Louder).
I tried a SpurCycle bell, and they're great in low noise environments, but if you throw in city traffic, or pedestrians with earbuds, they're still less useful than the $5 mechanical bell my wife has.
Haven't gotten up to trying https://loudbicycle.com/ (very tempting but expensive).
Right now I'm trying this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DCVN728/ relatively cheap electric horn that seems to work well, doesn't interfere with folding, and can be put on/taken off pretty easily. Didn't quite sound right till I fully charged it.
Captain Late to answer - apologies! It’s this one on Amazon - I in-bungied it off my wife’s bike to bring home the curry.
Retrospec Bicycles Detachable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LVH6UNM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
has to be this:
https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B0046RXVWC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
if longer will not fit. Of course pick any color you like. I actually went back to the amazon item I bought years ago. So far no issues with the chain and with the mod either.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CatEye-BM-45-Bike-Mirrors-Black/dp/B011DLUBIK
This is the little mirror, it's great, doesn't interfere with the fold at all and has some adjustment. Happy riding :)
The Bushwhacker: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PC47G6D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EPTfFbC13VCYZ
Need to take the bottle out while folding to not collide with the borough basket, but other than that no complaints. It’s mounted near the handlebars on the inside of the stem.
If you have android, download this free app.. it's simple but works for adjusting angle.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.saddl&hl=en_GB
If you're changing to a brooks by the way, they tend to have to sit with the nose higher than looks normal due to the way they 'give' as you sit in rather than on them once worn in.
I tried Trigo phone mount but I wasn't happy with it. The phone fell off because of weak mounting tape. So I decided to attach and detach the phone mount with the phone in it instead. I couldn't find any example photos anywhere before I tried this. Hopefully someone here can find these photos useful when they consider the phone mount.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089SHV1JH/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_asin\_title\_o01\_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The nicest looking one IMHO is the Fahrer but it is marked up to almost $170 on Amazon. 😤 (Retail price is roughly $105-$110, depending on the exchange rate.)
https://www.amazon.com/Brompton-Front-Rack-Germany-Black/dp/B09B17SCSR/
London Craftworks offers aluminum and titanium racks through Amazon and Etsy.
I pump mine to 100 PSI, max is 110, with a Panaracer bicycle pump. It has a pressure gauge. It doesn't take much to pump a small tire like that. Maybe an electric pump is an overkill?
The problem with a suspension seat post is you lose the stop feature, and also I have not seen one long enough for me at least. The standard seat post on a Brompton is 53cm, and they are sold mostly in the 30 to 40 cm range.
There is a suspension saddle rail I have seen, the reviews say it's a bit bouncy but I am sure you could get used to it. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/294163965016?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=px0b9kpoqya&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=BFb9NaheQA-&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
There are also some more modern well padded suspension saddles that I suspect will be very comfortable. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Selle-Royale-5036805-Unisex-Bicycle/dp/B087CMNK8L/ref=asc_df_B087CMNK8L/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=440003428961&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11716957673507719486&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=...
Just search PZ2 bit on Amazon.
Pozi drive like phillips comes in multiple sizes. You want a #2 for most screws. According to this listing on Amazon that's the Brompton size too.
https://www.amazon.com/Brompton-Tool-Kit-Replacement-bits/dp/B083Y65ZLZ
The brompton bits look custom and may not fit any driver (they have different detents for holding them in).
Hope that helps.
While I 100% agree with holding brands accountable via reaching out to Brompton and Chapman you can buy a screw backed stud rivet common in leather working to replace this on your own.
Bzocio Folding Bike Widen Easy Wheel https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09P4XDCW7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The wheels are good quality and it makes it super easy to roll around (holding by the saddle and rolling on these two wheels) but I want to try rubber washers because the screws keep coming loose all the time
My method, FWIW, is to attach a small Bluetooth device to the bike (I have a speaker, but anything you can power on or off works). I have an Android phone with Tasker and GPSLogger, and I have a Tasker profile which starts logging when it connects to the specific Bluetooth device, and stops logging when it disconnect. It's a bit of a janky setup but it does record my rides pretty consistently without having to actually handle my phone.
Thanks for the positive feedback.
Here are some more tips:
Don’t give up! Losing weight is hardest at the start. It’s gets easier and easier the more you progress.
Not sure how available these are in whatever country you live in but get yourself a smoothie blender were the container you fill the ingredients with also works as bottle like this one. Much more pragmatic and saves you time washing dishes.
DO NOT UNDER-EAT! People have this misconception that “eating little=losing weight”. It’s not. If you eat little what will really happen is that your body will detect an insufficient amount of new intake and as a response to it go into “power save mode” which will result in you getting weak and tired an less likely to be able to burn additional fat. Not to mention you body might make up for the lack of new protein intake(because your body from I understand can’t store additional protein unlike fat) by cannibalising your muscles. The real trick isn’t to eat little: it’s to not eat to much and also to avoid extremely unhealthy food. You can actually eat a fair amount of food and still lose weight as long as it is healthy and you are physically active.
In a nutshell…no.
You could conceivably make your own bag by using a converter bag carrier frame, but more often than not it seems like more work than it’s worth.
You could also get a front rack that clips on, then you could put whatever you want and use some hook ropes to keep it in place (just keep it under 10kg)
Both of these require the brompton mounting block.
I’ve never seen non-brompton blocks used on the brompton, but maybe some other users can chime in..
Pascal is an old man at 11 years old and doesn’t jump out because he’s almost always taking a nap. However, sewing a nylon strap onto the basket that connects to the dog harness would help. Similar to this dog car seat:
https://www.chewy.com/frisco-dog-bucket-booster-seat/dp/304317
Thanks - maybe this could work but looks a bit wide. U/becca431g’s suggestion for a font rack turned up this which is similar but looks narrower and might work. Need to measure my bag i think. https://www.amazon.co.uk/London-Craftwork-Titanium-Bromptons-folding/dp/B0B1933KK2/ref=asc_df_B0B1933KK2/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=606684982723&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7519002135331998045&hvpone=&hvptwo=&...
How often are you working on your bike(s) because that is a huge outlay of cash.
If you have several bikes that you work on a lot of the time or you plan on servicing/currently service bikes for money then I'd say go for it otherwise I recommend something cheaper like this Bikehand one (not sure if available in the USA) instead.
I don't have one, would need the matching saddle too, but general consensus seems to be it's not very good.
Getting lights that mount on the saddle rails is a much better option IMO. You're not restricted to either the light (plenty of choices) or the saddle you use, and you keep a gap under the saddle to be able to lift the bike with.
Something like this might let you re-use the light itself: https://www.amazon.co.uk/CatEye-CA5446510-Bracket-Cycling-Reflectors/dp/B0072AONGI
Wow. So those seem like mountain-bike style pedals…do you flat-foot when you ride?
I'm just curious because I ride with the balls of my feet on the pedals so never needed a huge pedal (though I do have a Bromfoot2 on the smaller folding pedal). So it's always made me curious why someone would need a huge pedal, and these MKS removables seem popular with Brompton owners.
If anything I benefit more having a basic half-toe clip to position my feet (though I don't have them on my Brompton, just my normal-sized bikes).
Yes, it's just the normal Cateye mount. This handlebar mount ought to fit.
You can also do it the other way round and get a normal Cateye light and then a bracket to put it on the Brompton if you want something brighter than the 500 lumen Brommie one.
Trigo makes bottle mounts that goes onto the stem
https://www.amazon.com/Trigo-Holder-Water-Bottle-BROMPTON/dp/B08S5ZNCV1
https://www.amazon.com/Bracket-Brompton-Folding-Bicycle-Accessories/dp/B09NKVXHW9
No I don’t.
I had ordered these wheels. Width with spacers was 27 mm, the wheels themselves measured 24 mm.
I use a PRO BIKE TOOL Mini Floor Bicycle Pump for both my Brompton and my track bike which uses Presta valves.
Getting up to 100 PSI gets tiring but is entirely doable and much easier with it than the new Lezyne one that my C Line bike has.
There's a little thing that comes out that allows you to stabilize the pump with your foot and it really helps.
I just keep an electric pump in my bike bag. Best I found was this
It’s 400grams but I consider it worth it
I just keep an electric pump in my bike bag. Best I found was this
It’s 400grams but I consider it worth it
Got this about two months ago: Airmoto The Original Portable Air... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B094DMH7ZM
Since I’m running an eBrompton I usually have the bigger bag and the extra weight is less crucial in my commute.
Haven’t had to use it roadside (yet) but it’s been great for topping up before the week starts.
Can’t help ya with the cap but if you are also unhappy with pumping up to pressure, this addition similar to below should help: Either
https://www.amazon.com/Juscycling-Inflator-Extension-Schrader-Pressure/dp/B07DCT5QQM
These weren’t the exact ones I bought as I can’t find that original vendor.
Here are the Grips ,out of stock at the moment on UK Amazon. I had to trim them down and not use the outer metal ring to make them fit. But as they were only £15.99 I was willing to experiment! Since my original post the outer cover of the grips have moved slightly on the foam inner, maybe a squeeze of glue would hold them in place, but still happy with them and they are comfy.
KMC X8.99 if you want an extremely durable chain. You will need to shorten the chain to the same length as your current chain using a chain breaker. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013BV540/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza
I also recommend you wax your chain instead of oiling it, much less friction on the chain allowing it to last longer and easier to maintain.
I have a Topeak D-Torq wrench and it seems to be small and light enough to fit in a front bag. As tire levers, I already have these Schwalbe ones coming (someone recommended them here): https://www.amazon.com/SCHWALBE-1847-Bicycle-Tire-Levers/dp/B000UAQL6C/ref=sr_1_1_mod_primary_new?crid=1KB838QD2E568&keywords=schwalbe+tire+levers&qid=1662388857&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=schwalbe+tire+levers%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-1
Although I do have some nitrile gloves, I am the sort of person who cut will up his fingers changing a tire for the first few times. (I've never changed a bike tire before)
My bike has H-type handlebars -- higher, yes, but I think it has the same measurements as the M-type handlebars otherwise.
My handlebar bag has the two straps to the side like the one you're looking at, but also a third one low and center. The dimensions are a little different, but it's very close in size. You can see it here: https://smile.amazon.com/OBOVA-Handlebar-Waterproof-Accessory-Cruisers/dp/B07WPC7DL9/ref=sr_1_5?crid=E2CRJCO3YIMN&keywords=obova+bike+bag&qid=1661618487&sprefix=obova%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-5
And it's fine -- it's easy to attach and stays put until I move it. I have the bag facing me rather than away, but that's only because my bike's electric. (If I had it facing out, the bag would be resting on some cables, plus I wouldn't be able to easily see the battery.)
But I should note that it just fits; there's no room on the handlebars for a phone mount or anything else. That's fine with me, but if you want your bag to work with a phone mount or something else on the handlebars, that might be a problem.
Mounting it behind the seat as suggested by the other poster is an interesting idea. I couldn't do that with the seat I use now, but it might work with the stock saddle if you're still using that.
BW USA makes 90mm grips in a variety of colors that are around $9 USD.
I haven't used them since I have a 2022 model but I've seen others use them. They're 10mm shorter than the stock 100mm grips though so that may or may not be an issue for you. Sinced it's from Amazon I imagine you can probably return or exchange them easily.
Brooks still has some of the Cambium 100mm grips available in the USA for $60 if you can stretch your budget. I'm waiting for the 130mm version of these myself for my Brommie.
Also, for what its worth, the Brompton toolkit is expensive and sub-optimal. Get a PDW 3-Wrencho - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003M2TLLC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1 and a decent multi-tool, and you'll still have money for a beer after.
You may want to look at double stem risers as a quick hack to increase the height. It also gives another pivot point for fine adjustments.
I used one to change my M bar to an S bar without having to change my stem.
Assuming it's a Schrader valve, it's easy enough to change the core. We used to take out the cores all the time so that we could deflate large truck innertubes after using them to float on a river.
Look up "Valve stem removal tool" or similar.
Then you'll need a new valve ... one way to get them would be to buy a new inner tube, and if you're going to do that, might as well replace the entire tube.
Or you could buy a kit like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Riseuvo-Valve-Single-Remover-Repair/dp/B07HBPGGW5/
I'm really surprised by the amount of people completely ignoring the question, but here is the answer. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000COS0NS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You might also need to buy a new core if you don't already have one lying around from an old puncture. Sometimes all you need is to tighten the core and that fixes the leak, sometimes the core is deformed and you need to replace it.
You should definitely replace that non-folding pedal with a folding one. The pedal sticks out quite a bit especially as its quite a bit bigger in overall area than the normal Brompton folding one.
I recommend something like the MKS FD-7 which is a very solid, metal folding pedal.
If you get the MKS EZY and EZY Superior pedals being suggested, you can either bag up the detachable pedal or install one of these quick release pedal holders onto the non-drive side bolt of the rear wheel. The detachable pedal locks into place there so you don't need to worry about losing it.
Note with the detachable pedals you will almost always get grease on your hands removing them hence my recommendation for the FD-7 folding pedal instead.
Well there’s a this: https://www.amazon.com/bluesprite-Brompton-Lifting-Backpack-Bicycle/dp/B077F2ZNRJ
But honestly cheaper and easier to find a used external frame hiking backpack, some straps and an ikea dimpa bag and presto brompton lift pack.
It's this one: https://www.amazon.com/Onvian-Rechargeable-Waterproof-Sensing-Accessories/dp/B0828Q2W5K
Unfortunately I cannot find for European market :(
If you want to use KMC, look at either KMC X8.93 or KMC X8.99. Line up your old chain next to your new chain and shorten the new chain to the same length as the old chain.
I'm clumsy and that sounds like a great way to hurt myself very badly. :P I own cobra grips and use them for lifting my barbell, I wonder if I could use them for a brompton: https://www.amazon.com/Lifting-Alternative-Power-Deadlifts-Bodybuilding/dp/B07BL3373D/ref=sr\_1\_5?crid=2ACML9XF0OJN5&keywords=cobra+grips+flex&qid=1657564649&sprefix=cobra+grips+flex%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-5
I did my first trip with this cheap lightweight tent from Amazon because the Brompton did fit inside the porch. It's about the width of a Brompton bag when packed.
I still have the ikea SLADDA helmet, but I really don't like black. I had planned to spray paint it, but got lazy. Someone (here ?) mentioned the thousand clone on amazon and I bought that. A perfect fit.
The duct taped aluminum sheets sound like a problem waiting to happen. Why not make a bag from abrasion -resistant fabric, like cordura?
I would have an alternative suggestion, but you mention travel with frequent stops, and presumably re-packing. The alternative I use for one-way trips is a so-called Cuba bag that can be sourced on ebay, 28x22x12 inches. I first put the bike in a tyvek bag (that I taped together to the right dimensions), then an encasement of inflatable shock-proof cushioning wrap (like this, only 60cm width: https://www.amazon.com/Inflatable-Packing-Thicker-Durable-Delivering/dp/B09SB6NJ4K/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?crid=Y1DR75QDK40) and then put it in the Cuba bag. The inflatable wrap is discarded at the destination. I bring a small hand pump, tape, and more inflatable wrap for the return trip. The uni flared wrap takes up almost no room. It has worked well for more than a half dozen trips. Your yoga mat might serve a similar purpose.
Oh, and I developed a system for turning the Cuba bag (together with a front carrier bag frame) into a front bag system big enough to hold 30 liters of space. That's too long to explain here, but I might do a post about it some time.
Yes, it’s a Monkii Cage (https://www.amazon.com/DOM-Monkii-Cage-Lightweight-Size-Adjustable/dp/B07BM94NXS). It works well and doesn’t affect the fold at all - in fact, whilst folded, you can mount the water bottle in the opposite direction so it doesn’t leak.
Looks like they have a lot of surface area. I love MKS pedals (I have a track bike with Sylvan pedals).
Have you seen this thing that goes on the rear wheel bolt so you can attach the pedal to it?
Does that need a specific bottle that clips in?
I use this universal bottle holder in the same spot on the frame:
Any Bottle Cage - Anywhere Strap - Most Versatile Bottle Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZRWGX8R/
Just be careful to keep the straps loose enough to get your foot out quickly (don't cinch-in).
While I don't do this on my Brompton, my Aventura and my Load 75 I have attached plastic toe clips. I just use a bunch of zip ties since so many pedals do not have the bolt holes needed.
My go to recommendation Topeak road morph mini G Price decent Does the 2 major air valve types Has an inline pressure gauge Folds almost as tiny as the brompton pump Has a foot so you can brace it against the ground to hit those high pressures
https://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Road-Morph-Bike-Gauge/dp/B000FI6YOS/
Hummm are you bringing the pump with you? If so frame to floor pump topeak mini morph G maybe the one you want. Small, inline pressure gauge, supports multiple types of valves, up to 140 psi/9.6 bars.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Topeak-Mini-Morph-G-Pump/dp/B08QX62R2W
There’s also the topeak turbo morph digital
Which has a digital air gauge and is sadly bigger, more expensive and out of stock on Amazon uk. Hopefully you will find local.
Good luck 🍀
https://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Turbo-Morph-Digital-Gauge/dp/B077SC4H77/
Have a look at this
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Topeak-Pressure-Rite-Schrader-Valve-Adapter/dp/B004BUEA9C
It screws on to the valve and then you can attach your track pump to the adapter. It has a one way valve so it won't release tire pressure.
I got a roll of this and it appears to be either the exact same as the factory tape, or indistinguishable.
This is my front rack. A few folks asked after seeing a postfrom my tour. It's made from a commonly-available generic from here (also widely available on Ebay) and a plate of 3mm carbon fiber.
These front racks are...fine, I guess? but they have such small shelves, anything that's not very rigid will likely sag. So I extended out the base plate. I used the underside of the rack as a template to mark hole positions on the CF, then drilled them out. I radiused the front corners of the plate with a belt sander to prevent catching on and damaging things or people.
I used stainless steel cap-head bolts with washers on the top side of the plate, threading into stainless steel T-nuts on the bottom. The T-nuts are the kind without teeth, that are designed to be held into whatever they're inserted in by brads. They're the lowest-profile female-threaded fastener with a broad flange that I could think of.
All the threads are treated with thread locker to prevent vibration from dislodging the T-nuts.
I used a router against a straight edge to mill slots into the front edge of the plate. They're not perfect because I'm not perfect, but they make it much easier to keep things from sliding forward or sideways. They work quite well with straps or bungee cords.
100% agree the zefal air pump is horrible as is.
However it is possible to improve the experience with using a air pump hose extension.
This allows you to not saw off the valve and more importantly brace the head of the pump against the ground so you can reach higher pressures.
Still ain’t fun but way improved.
Im in an office building in NYC that has the same stupid rules.
I got a zippered bike bag like the one linked below and I just waltz through and into the elevators - they wont ask you to open the bag.
https://www.amazon.com/THRLEGBIRD-Dedicated-Airplanes-Transportation-Convenient/dp/B07VXMDRGM/
Every body seem to have seat slipping issues; If the fold isn't that important, you can DIY thing like buy a clamp like( not sure of the diameter ):
https://www.amazon.ca/Bicycle-Aluminium-Release-Seatpost-Casual/dp/B07G27W6CK?th=1
and clamp it tight above the bikes clamp and get a stick the length from the top of that clamp right up under a good spot of the seat and fasten with a couple of ties to the seat post. slip no more!
I have a roll of this and it’s either the exact same tape they use at the factory, or indistinguishable. Personally, I don’t go crazy with it. Just a couple little pieces on some cable rub spots that they don’t tape up by default, and I replace little pieces that look worn down. It’s really easy and works great.
According to https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brompton-Shoulder-Bag-Cherry-Blossom/dp/B092WWJLCK the dimensions are 350mm (W) x 220mm (H) x 110mm (D). If it's not that model I'd be confident it's from the same 'range'. Same colour, same strap colour.
Comprehensive run’s choice is very good. As the adjustable wrench covers 15mm, 10mm and 8mm spanner/wrench requirements of the brompton.
Here is another possible choice. Windsor Nutter 15mm wrench and 25 torx bit (need solution for 10mm and 8mm, socket bits?) Has bit extension Steel cored nylon covered tire lever (only 1 though) 3,4,5,6,8 mm hex bits (missing 2,2.5 mm, flat head and Philips)
Includes a leather saddle tool pouch.
30% off normal msrp of 50$ on Amazon currently. So even after buying missing bits (6 bits) Still way cheaper than brompton multi tool.
https://www.amazon.com/Full-Windsor-Nutter-Multi-Bicycle/dp/B09BHF9P5Y
I've had pretty good results with Helicopter Tape/Racing Tape across my various models on the common wear points.
So would I be okay with ordering this one from Amazon? [LINK] :O
These would be perfect for attaching and removing
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B074VWN2SN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have the travel canister myself but use it as a wash bag
The general consensus so far, is it easier to get a few more psi than the old pump but not by an amazing amount. I can actually reach 80 psi or so with the old pump but that’s because I do bracing the pump head against a tree, park bench, my knee etc… Of course this doesn’t quite get rid of the risk of ripping the vavle off a major drawback of these types o pumps both the new and old brompton pumps.
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A better purchase would be a frame to floor pump. Such as topeak morph g mini.
https://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Road-Morph-Bike-Gauge/dp/B000FI6YOS/
Where there’s a hose so u aren’t sawing off the valve and u can brace the pump against the floor.
Drawback is it’s not as kool of mounting package.
It's decent for what it is--an emergency pump. With a whole lot of effort I was able to get it close to around ~100psi.
I have a mini floor pump from Pro Bike Tool that I already use with 20-inch folding bikes.
The mini floor pump is considerably better at getting tires up to 100 psi since it sits vertically on the ground and you've got gravity helping you each time you push down.
If you need to have a pump that you can rely on to get back up to 100 psi I would say get a proper mini pump like the one I linked or something like the Topeak Road Morph which is similar.
I also have the Xiaomi portable tire inflator that I can bring to top up to 100 psi or more.
The Xiaomi is small enough that it can fit into a bag but it will not mount onto the bike anywhere so keep that in mind. I have one because I'm the one who usually has to pump up the wife and two kids' tires when we're all out biking. No way I'm hand pumping that many bike tires!
Congratulations on your new bike! My Brompton has changed my commuting ever since I got it. I would recommend you to get a Velcro strap like this
The strap will be helpful when you go shopping so you can use the seatpost to push the bike around without the risk of the bike unravelling randomly. Enjoy your new bike!
Suggestion: one nice weekend day, put your Bromie on an LIRR train and take it to Massapequa Station (Babylon branch). Ride the Bethpage bikeway north; it's about 12 miles (24 miles round trip). A bike pass is required (you can get it at Jamaica or Penn Station for ten bucks).
I did it starting from the north end (on my Brompton):
Try some evaporust which FYI is reusable just let sit for a few days and than pour off most of it though a filter and poof another dose of rust cleaner.
That said, as other commentators have already said if it does not effect the movement of the chain than it’s cosmetic and should be fine.
https://www.amazon.com/Evapo-Rust-Original-Water-based-Non-Toxic-Biodegradable/dp/B00GRSOJSS/
I know this one looks ugly but I found MKS XP Ezy probably the best pedals for Brompton for many reasons. It is lighter than the metal one. Unlike the Brompton folding pedal, it doesn't scratch my legs. Unlike most of the lightweight pedals you find the size are too small, this is like the standard size. It works great for me.
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PS: here is the link but you'd better do some shop around first.
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https://www.amazon.com/Mks-Xp-Ezy-Removeable-Pedals/dp/B002YQ44L4/ref=sr\_1\_17?keywords=Bike+Pedals+mks+removable&qid=1639037489&sr=8-17
As has already been mentioned, it's a Vostok rack which I think is no longer available. The light is a Magicshine Ray 2600. It's a pretty damn good light.
Good eye! It's this one - Suntique MyBromy:
https://www.amazon.com/SUNTIQUE-MYBROMY-Brompton-Lever-Strap/dp/B08S395QJ5/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=SUNTIQUE&qid=1638672812&sr=8-6
They send you a backup screw as well.
What is your purpose, you likely upper class tone policing British ninny?
Do you think you are helping people by helping create the illusion that a case that has horrible user reviews, is heavy, expensive is good? See:
https://www.amazon.com/International-Brompton-Bike-Case-Foldon/dp/B00A3VLYLK/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=B%26W%2Bbrompton&qid=1638075322&sr=8-2&th=1
Even the low IQ ninny who posted this thread admits he has to go to Herculean efforts to get it to fit modest amounts of bike accessories. Something is seriously wrong with the low quality luserbase of this sub...
[Sorry for going slightly off-topic...]
My feeing is Brompton knows this is a design flaw but cannot afford to recall 27 million bikes, so it'll always be your fault for overtightening the clamp bolt.
I also suspect there is great variances between the I.D. of the seat tube and O.D. of the seatpost: I have experience with two Bromptons, one locked in and never slipped, the other was as slippery as deer guts on a doorknob (and ultimately required a seatclamp replacement...). It could be that Brompton has sacrificed slipping for the sake of The Fold, since the latter affects everyone, but the former only affects a small percentage of owners.
On road bikes, the bolt seems to be designed to fail before the frame cracks based on how many I've seen broken. Granted, those are not designed to open/close repeatedly, but even on mountain bikes (where the seat is removed repeatedly to prevent theft, if not lowered for going down mountain trails) I'm pretty sure the clamp fails first. Plus the surface area of the Brompton seatpost is greater than a road/mountain bike, so it should grip better with less force--assuming the I.D./O.D. tolerance is close enough.
In the end, and to avoid cracking the frame and/or replacing the clamp again, I added a second clamp on my seat tube to act as buttress against the frame. The 31.8mm size fits perfectly, but does require filing down the lip on the inside so the clamp sits flush against the seat tube (a rat tail file will make quick work of the aluminum lip). I now have over 550 miles on some really crappy roads with this setup, yet my seatpost remains rock-solid, and neither the frame nor seatpost have been damaged.
Seems like Brompton should get on board and offer this clamp for free for those that need it, especially since the alternative is a much more expensive frame replacement.
I have this carbon fiber one from Trigo: Trigo Rear Frame Carbon Protector for Brompton,Guard Back Fork Carbon Protective Patc... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HHT2NLZ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_A6YeLmlCWPYDP
Rebuilding the battery pack could be a lost cause as I’ve rebuilt both laptop and dewalt battery packs many times and usually they don’t last too long afterwards due to age.
I found this on Amazon. Has holder, charger and battery. Too bad it’s out of stock currently. But yes something like this.
These MKS ones are great, I've had them on my Dahon for years:
MKS Unisex's FD-7 Folding Pedals, Metallic, One Pair https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004ALNICM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_545G9P3AGRT079PMX9R0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Yes on Grips, EZ wheels, lights, front/saddle bag and helmet.
I think those are essentials. Which? It comes down to personal preference. When choosing light, make sure to mount them and fold/unfold the bike to check clearance. for lights, I went with Cateye (it works with with clamps mounted other way around with the wire) front light wire bracket so I don't have to mount it on the handle bar. There are tons of handle-bar bags out there.
100kg, marathon racers, 95psi both. I use a mini electric pump, makes life eaaier https://www.amazon.co.uk/Xiaomi-Portable-Adult-Unisex-Black/dp/B07XZCLGVQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3DBI0YXKVCCKF&dchild=1&keywords=xiaomi+electric+pump&qid=1631357849&sprefix=xiaomi+elec&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Mirrycle-MTB-Mountain-Bicycle-Mirror/dp/B0009R96YK
I’ve found this one to fit my needs after trying several others. Large mirror, doesn’t affect fold (installed upside down) swings outward far enough so it’s not reflecting my body.
Hey,
It's me again asking for information about your bike parts lol!
So i see the pedals on Amazon (MKS Sylvan Touring Pedal) but don't see the detachable system. Is this something I need to purchase seperately?
I spent the last week upgrading my blacked out S6L with various components and the biggest being the stem riser, and cabling to get it up.
I’ve put almost 100 miles on it and keep testing. The straight S bar (original) and the riser is much better but I’m still feeling like 1-2” more would be best.
See below.
Some people use the riser, I bought, with these 25.4 bars. 30mm additional rise and wider to 615mm
XLC Riser-Bar 30mm height HB-M04 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NUNJ32/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2VW7NA7Q09QSYMYX1NAR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
What do you guys think of that setup? Riser but also the wider and taller and swept back MTB bars above.
Still getting hand and finger circulation issues riding with the S style on the riser. Hoping if anyone here has done the conversion, what it’s like now.
This is the water bottle I currently have on it. I like the one from London Craftworks more but it's pricier. Amazon Water Bottle Holder
I'm moving over a Two Fish Quick Cage adapter from my other folding bike onto the Brompton.
I'm mounting it right by the Brompton decal so it doesn't interfere with the fold and I can still access my water bottle while it's folded if need be.
Don’t own a Roam but do own a Bolt which is likely smaller and the out front mount gets caught in the spokes of the front wheel. I use this mount https://www.amazon.com/Trigo-BROMPTON-Garmin-Cateye-computer/dp/B0875NM919, works very well.
wonuu Rubber Duck Toy Car Ornaments Yellow Duck Car Dashboard Decorations Squeeze Duck Bicycle Horns with Propeller Helmet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BYJGHNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_57MSBFHTZMTNQGW5SMVV
They have different helmets. You can leave off the gold chain and the sunglasses clip on. Lol.
I might get a metro backpack eventually, depending on how often I end up lugging my bike on the train.
Speaking of backpacks, has anyone tried the Brompton carrier backpack? I’ve seen it on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015R12JHI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_82YE3TSD1KA3M6QH8HS2
It’s a bit on the pricy side, so I’ve been waiting for someone to do a YouTube review before picking one up. sadly no room for cargo other than the bike, it would seem.
I picked this book up in PDF version from the Apple book store a couple of years ago for a couple of dollars, but it is not on the Canadian site at the moment. It’s a little dated now, but a great resource on older models if you can find it at the right price:
https://www.amazon.com/Brompton-Bicycle-David-Henshaw/dp/1901464229/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pb_opt?ie=UTF8
This design uses an expensive folding basket designed for another mounting system. I've recently ordered this much cheaper basket and hope to do s similar mod to it.
To totally avoid the risk of scratching or denting your rims, I would use Schwalbe's tyre levers which have been specially designed for the task. See here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Schwalbe-3-Piece-Set-Tyre-Levers/dp/B000UAQL6C/ref=sr_1_5?crid=31YD4BSY06WM6&dchild=1&keywords=schwalbe+tyre+lever+set+x+3&qid=1621501483&sprefix=schwalbe+tyre+levers+3%2Caps%2C337&sr=8-5