The steel frame and fork will give some riders strength reassurance, especially has it has a higher max rider weight of 240lbs (108kgs).Įquipped with Shimano Tourney/Revoshift drivetrain, with seven gears the bike should deal with undulating terrain well, and as the wheels are 20inch, it's one of the best folding bikes for stability and smoothness. But there's much more to it than just a name. Origami Bicycle Company, from Richmond, Virginia, wins the 'best name for a folding bike brand' competition. Front and rear lights come as standard, on the Brompton M6L bike, but you can choose between standard or lightweight Cateye Volt ones at the front. There is a front luggage platform, with Brompton specific bags available at an additional cost. With six gears on this model, it's a perfect folding bike for anyone with hills to tackle and coming with mudguards means that your clothing have instant protection from mucky road spray. For example, a bike with 'M' shaped handlebars, six gears and fenders but no rack mount will be called a Brompton M6L - which weighs 25.97lb/11.78kg. The bikes take their names from the buyer's customization. Brompton P handlebar style: provides multiple hand positions, ideal for touring or longer rides.Brompton S handlebar style: the more sporty option that offers quick handling.Brompton H handlebar style: offers a more upright position.Brompton M handlebar style: classic Brompton style.The handlebar shape greatly influences the geometry of the bike.
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Bromptons feature a traditional 16in wheel size and are famously quick and easy to fold.
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Customers can choose everything from the handlebar shape, frame material (which obviously affects the weight), number of gears (in the ML6 it's six), finishing kit and, of course, colour. There's one frame size, with a whole range of customization options.
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World-renowned, London-based brand Brompton is the market leader in and makes some of the best folding bikes.