All valid points for the unwary... I frequently forget to deploy the folding pedal 🙈😁 I used to think the Brompton was a bit sensitive (aka twitchy) but as you ride you get used to it pretty fast and subconsciously make allowances as you learn the capabilities of the bike - I no longer fear the twitch, it just gives an extra dimension of nimble riding around obstacles that I would have had to dismount my road or mountain bike for! Helpful hints for the novice and beautifully produced as ever; Thanks 🌟 Stay safe and keep warm! 🤗
Thank you for saying all that about the twitch. I just got my Brompton, was noticing it and was a bit afraid. Decided I needed to practice. So glad to hear one gets used to it. Thank you!
Great tips, thanks. One I would add... a couple of times when I first had the Brompton I forgot to unfold the pedal and tried to ride off. Resulting in a ding to the paint on the chain stay 🤬 Now I count to five as I do each stage of the unfold, the fifth being unfolding the damn pedal! Works for me and I haven’t done it again. Although I realise I’ve just jinxed myself 😂
I didn’t like the stock pedals - poor quality and the folding pedal can scratch the frame, my best update has been fitting MKS lightweight removable pedals. I bought a small, powerful magnet that looks like a penny, I have this on the bottom of the frame behind the seat post and the removable pedal sits there securely when I fold the bike.
Excellent video. I copied the link and put it in with the other videos that I have gathered since the fall when my wife and I decided to order Bromptons, and as we gear up to enjoy our Bromptons once we get them in March, in just over a month from now. This video is particularly important for my wife since she has far less cycling experience than I do. Before she starts riding, I will rewatch, and hope to get her to watch as well. Truly appreciated, thank you. Until now I have been mostly a Vespa blogger and vlogger, and I look forward to adding Bromptons to the repertoire. Love your channel, keep up the good work. David
Thanks David and really appreciate it! Glad you found it useful. Used to riding bigger bikes before last June so just somethings I have found over the past few months since riding the Brompton. Really love it though and wouldn’t have anything else so sure you and your wife will love them too when they arrive! 👍
My tip is keep the chain clean! Being lower to the ground they pick up more dirt and wear the chain out. Lubricating it alone isn't enough, get a decent chain cleaner. I'm on my second chain now. Keeping the chain clean helps keep the jockey wheels etc clean too. Also be careful on slippery surfaces. Bromptons are top heavy and those smaller wheels put less diameter of tread on the road. I speak from experience! Lol
I've been cycling for round about 65 years now including 7 years on my Brompton. I have never ridden up a kerb in my life LOL - if there isn't a drop kerb, I'd dismount and lift the cycle up.
That’s great to hear! Unfortunately where we are there aren’t as many drop kerbs around as there probably should be. I always try and find one if possible though. Always telling my son to stop riding up kerbs and finding the “lowest point.” It is a bit annoying though especially when they aren’t on cycle paths and also think about people on wheelchairs and with pushchairs as well.
@@CycleEveryday Cheers for the video. Some good tips there. From a fairly early age, I learned to bunny-hop kerbs. However, with my folding bicycle (not a Brompton) and its smaller wheels, I have to be careful to not lift it completely from underneath myself - a bit like lifting a scooter.
That Navy Blue is such a lovely colour on the Brompton! I learned about the damage the pedal can get (and cause!) the hard way 😫 I wish I had been a bit more careful when I got it.
I used an easy fitting English leather cover like yours, but I did change to a sown on version, also on the stem post. And for travels I have a Vincita padded pouch, (with a string for closure) for my folding pedal (It is absurdly expensive, even as made and sold from Thailand!).
Thanks Victor! Appreciate that a lot coming from you 😀. Been working on that the past couple of videos and finally getting the hang of it I think. Will be checking out your video shortly as just seen the notification. Looking forward to watching it! 👍
Great tips thank you - Love the ground level close up shots particularly. Really brings home the damage possible from a high speed kerb mounting. My only tip is for people with a rack and the Racksack. Always undo the Velcro strap on the seat post first. Once I forgot and when I unfolded the rear triangle to detach the bag’s loop around the suspension block the triangle snapped closed again around my unsuspecting finger. Very painful bruise!
Nice one! Hopefully wont be too long now. Think you will get used to it pretty quick. Actually prefer it now and havent ridden my mountain bike for quite some time.
I hear this twitchyness thing often. I think twitchyness comes from the user who is not familiar with the bike. Of course the bike has "sharp" handling, but if you know what you are doing it is a very stable bike.
Yes I definitely agree. I like the term “more responsive” and think that after a short time most people prefer riding it. I know I do personally and it feels really strange when I ride anything else now 👍😀
I have come from riding mtb, especially 29” wheels. When I first rode my new Brompton I nearly pitched over the bars by turning aggressively! Like anything new, you just have to retrain your riding technique!! 👍
Thanks for the vid. After many thousands of miles on a Brommy the only thing I would never ever do (even very very slowly) is ride over a cattle grid. Did it once never again 😬
When we went away on holiday last year I went over one on our electric bike (20 inch wheels) honestly one of the scariest things I have ever done! Like you, will not be doing that again! 😂
2:15 the bright side is that it makes for a perfect bike rack LOL For the exact same reason this tip extends to navigating through gas stations. Those pesky drainage gutters can and will jam in anything short of a fat bike. Had more than one flying lesson from those, always because I was distracted and didn't approach the gutter perpendicularly (or avoided it altogether). Wheel slips in, rider takes off and lands spectacularly in front of the gas station crew. Doh! As a result I try to be always aware of any possible wheel-jamming situations. Some cobblestone streets, for example, depending on how the cobbles are laid, also pose a risk. You may not fall but can definitely blow a tire and even dent a rim. When in doubt it is better to just get off the bike and push it through the section.
Thanks for another great video, the quality of your videos is really improving. I have a similar channel to yours and you’ve really inspired me to work harder on my video making skills.
Thank you Terry! I appreciate it and glad you have noticed an improvement! Been trying to work on them the past couple to get them a bit better and interesting so glad it’s working 😀👍
Hi Hanora. Here is the link for the video I did on shopping with the Brompton. Personally I found it quite awkward and generally carry it rather than using it as a shopping cart. Let me know how you get on though! 👍
Yeah lights are very important and a legal requirement in the UK. The Brompton ones are really good and rechargeable as well. I like the ones I have as they can be used on any of the bikes we have and taken on and off really easily. 🔦👍
The new tyres are really good and not had any major problems. Still a pain to keep them clean in this weather recently but glad I got them! 👍 The drain is an interesting one. 😂 I know two people that have actually done that on a bike, although not a Brompton but road bikes. Luckily they were going pretty slow so it wasn’t too bad but definitely something to think about! 👍
Re; potholes. You can improve the ride by changing the suspension block. There are literally hundreds of aftermarket alternatives out there. FWIW I swear by the Matumura kokhi from SJS Cycles.
Hi David, Thats a very good point that I forgot about completely. Seen a few others with some new suspension blocks. Not too concerned about it personally, but definitely worth thinking about for those that find it too bumpy 👍
Thanks Miguel. Will have a think about that for a video 😀👍. Just have to clean it every time I get back in. If it’s not too bad I just give it wipe over but the tyres normally have to have a good scrub 🧼🧽
@@CycleEveryday that's hard work. I have cream tires on my other bike for quite a while, but they only looked that great new. After a couple of rides in the rain they get those pesky stains that I can never remove completely, even using products for wheel cleaning. But I admit I don't have the discipline nor the will to clean them after each use :P
@@CycleEveryday I use wheel brush and those car wheel cleaners that I spray onto the wheels. It removes much dirt, but doesn't leave the tires spotless like yours.
@@MrBaptista may be it’s the colour. The yellow hides some of the dirt, compared to cream I guess? Other than that I am not too sure though. Just use a toothbrush to get the big patches off and some normal cash wash stuff too.
I did it myself the other month. Hit a brick and ending up falling off. Broke the frame on my t-bag as well! Luckily no other damage but definitely something to be wary off!
Thank you. Been working on improving them and making them more interesting so glad it has shown through. So it’s iMovie for the editing and I just use keynote for the graphics, so an animation in a slide on green background and then remove it. Probably an app or programme you can get but like this way because you can pretty much do what you want with it. 😀👍
I use the same setup (iMovie and Keynote) on our videos. The workflow to align the graphic with video image is not the most obvious (greenscreen+picture-in-picture+timing keys). Thanks for showing what can be done, I will go to the drawing board now and try to step up my game :-)
To make it easier I just took a screen shot of the image I wanted. Place that in keynote and then add the animation over the image. Then delete the image and export as a movie from keynote. Then it’s just editing in iMovie as a green screen and should be a bit easier getting them to align. Let me know how it goes. Just a bit fiddly but gets some good results 👍😀
Hi Hanora, I don't use mirrors on the Brompton. I have had mirrors before, but personally don't use them anymore. They do make mirrors though that can work on the Brompton. 👍
I have been using the Wotancraft Bag for the past few months. Really like them and the perfect size for everyday commuting. I was using the T-Bag new version but found this one better for me. Still riding the new Brompton at the moment due to the hinge pin not being fixed and waiting on a spare part though. Missing the internal gears a little bit on the M3L 😀 How are you finding it? Hope you are enjoying the Brompton! 🚲👍
Can you not get a second cover for the front part of the frame instead of moving the single cover backwards and forwards? What about a wheel extension. Have you tried any? Just want to know what's best. Picked up my new Brompton electric 3 weeks ago and really struggling with wheeling it. I also want to attach a rear rack which might help to stabilise the bike. Any suggestions/recommendation?
Hi. Yes you can buy a cover that goes along the whole section if you like. I haven't tried the wheel extension although I have heard good things about them in terms of adding stability. The rear rack will definitely make it more stable, but be aware that you would also need to change the mudguard on the back to put the rack on. 👍
I was just wondering, I wanted to buy a brompton for me and my daughter to use however the regular seatpost is still quite long for her so if the seatpost stuck out underneath below the frame a little; would it case a problem and damage the frame? thank you in advance!
Hi Yasmin, yes the seat post sticking out of the bottom of frame would be unsafe as it might be possible to damage the frame when going down a step or gutter for example. The only thing that might be best is to get the standard seat post which is the shortest, or the only other thing is to wait until she gets a bit taller unfortunately 👍
@@CycleEveryday thank you so nuch for replying. Yes that does make sense, I will look in to the standard seatpost and hopefully it should be a better fit. Thanks so much for your help!
What is the point of lifting the front wheel at a kerb ( which only takes 35% of the riders weight) when the back wheel still has to hit the kerb full on?
Interesting question. With the Brompton and a bag on the front it is heavier on the front than normal. Plus if you look at the video you will notice that the front pinches a significant amount more on the kerb than the back one. So lifting the front prevents any problems. Plus hitting the kerb with the front is more likely to put you off balance as well than the back one.
At the moment I only use the Brompton for transport but I have copied a channel called the Brompton Traveller who does a lot of touring on the Brompton and thought these might be useful for some advise from someone that does touring a lot th-cam.com/video/QIolFQRdnkQ/w-d-xo.html Let me know if thats helpful! 😀👍
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All valid points for the unwary... I frequently forget to deploy the folding pedal 🙈😁 I used to think the Brompton was a bit sensitive (aka twitchy) but as you ride you get used to it pretty fast and subconsciously make allowances as you learn the capabilities of the bike - I no longer fear the twitch, it just gives an extra dimension of nimble riding around obstacles that I would have had to dismount my road or mountain bike for! Helpful hints for the novice and beautifully produced as ever; Thanks 🌟 Stay safe and keep warm! 🤗
Thanks Amanda! Hope you are well and staying safe too! Appreciate it! 😀 👍
Thank you for saying all that about the twitch. I just got my Brompton, was noticing it and was a bit afraid. Decided I needed to practice. So glad to hear one gets used to it. Thank you!
Great tips, thanks. One I would add... a couple of times when I first had the Brompton I forgot to unfold the pedal and tried to ride off. Resulting in a ding to the paint on the chain stay 🤬 Now I count to five as I do each stage of the unfold, the fifth being unfolding the damn pedal! Works for me and I haven’t done it again. Although I realise I’ve just jinxed myself 😂
Thanks Andy. That’s a really good suggestion. Since my last time I always do the pedal first just to be safe 😂
I didn’t like the stock pedals - poor quality and the folding pedal can scratch the frame, my best update has been fitting MKS lightweight removable pedals. I bought a small, powerful magnet that looks like a penny, I have this on the bottom of the frame behind the seat post and the removable pedal sits there securely when I fold the bike.
That’s interesting. Don’t think I would change mine as not had an issue but something to think about if they break 👍😀
Just got my Brompton and that’s exactly what I said that the steering is twitchy. Relived it wasn’t me. Thank you! This was really useful!
Such great tips. I would never thought about them as a new user. Thank you for keeping me and my bike safe.
Now worries! Glad you found it useful 😀👍
Excellent video. I copied the link and put it in with the other videos that I have gathered since the fall when my wife and I decided to order Bromptons, and as we gear up to enjoy our Bromptons once we get them in March, in just over a month from now. This video is particularly important for my wife since she has far less cycling experience than I do. Before she starts riding, I will rewatch, and hope to get her to watch as well. Truly appreciated, thank you.
Until now I have been mostly a Vespa blogger and vlogger, and I look forward to adding Bromptons to the repertoire.
Love your channel, keep up the good work.
David
Thanks David and really appreciate it! Glad you found it useful. Used to riding bigger bikes before last June so just somethings I have found over the past few months since riding the Brompton. Really love it though and wouldn’t have anything else so sure you and your wife will love them too when they arrive! 👍
I've just bought my first Brompton (M6R) and Im finding your videos really helpful. Thanks. Joe UK
Thanks Joe! Glad they are useful and hopefully informative. Thanks for the comment and appreciate it! 👍
This is truly great. Thank you. I ordered mine yesterday and this was recommended to me. Very practical and useful information!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy the Brompton when it arrives!
I never had Brompton pedals installed on my singlespeed, now I finally see how it can damage the frame and rear triangle paintwork ..great information
Fortunately only did it once but that was enough to scratch the back triangle but at least not too badly. Glad it was useful!
Great camera shots! Scratched my pedal on street in a turn as well. Learned to keep it up in turns.
Thanks. Yeah it can be quite close when turning. Done it a couple of times myself but luckily only cosmetic damage! 😀
Very good tips,thank u for taking the time to share with us all.
You are very welcome Nora. Glad you found it useful 👍
Absolutely agree with the essential no. 1. Many thanks for the sharing!
Thanks 😀👍
My tip is keep the chain clean! Being lower to the ground they pick up more dirt and wear the chain out. Lubricating it alone isn't enough, get a decent chain cleaner. I'm on my second chain now. Keeping the chain clean helps keep the jockey wheels etc clean too.
Also be careful on slippery surfaces. Bromptons are top heavy and those smaller wheels put less diameter of tread on the road. I speak from experience! Lol
Some good advice! 👍
I've been cycling for round about 65 years now including 7 years on my Brompton. I have never ridden up a kerb in my life LOL - if there isn't a drop kerb, I'd dismount and lift the cycle up.
That’s great to hear! Unfortunately where we are there aren’t as many drop kerbs around as there probably should be. I always try and find one if possible though. Always telling my son to stop riding up kerbs and finding the “lowest point.” It is a bit annoying though especially when they aren’t on cycle paths and also think about people on wheelchairs and with pushchairs as well.
@@CycleEveryday Cheers for the video. Some good tips there. From a fairly early age, I learned to bunny-hop kerbs. However, with my folding bicycle (not a Brompton) and its smaller wheels, I have to be careful to not lift it completely from underneath myself - a bit like lifting a scooter.
@@LucidFlight Yes a very good point. Sometimes it is just easier to find a drop kerb but when there isn't one its useful.
@@CycleEveryday You could do the opposite and tell him to learn how to cycle up stairs!
I use 510 freerider shoes, the stealth sole grips the pedal real well.
Such great practical riding comments! Keep them coming!
Thanks James. Appreciate it!
Thanks for posting - good tips and nicely produced video.
Thanks Colin 👍
That Navy Blue is such a lovely colour on the Brompton! I learned about the damage the pedal can get (and cause!) the hard way 😫 I wish I had been a bit more careful when I got it.
Yeah I think a lot of us have worked it out the hard way unfortunately ☹️
Those are very important tips, I’ll make sure to remember those tips 👍
Thanks and glad they were useful! 👍
I used an easy fitting English leather cover like yours, but I did change to a sown on version, also on the stem post. And for travels I have a Vincita padded pouch, (with a string for closure) for my folding pedal (It is absurdly expensive, even as made and sold from Thailand!).
I have seen few of the sewn ones which look nice as well. The folding pedal pouch sounds interesting! 😀
Excellent videos, all. Thank you!
Thanks Chris 👍
Great tips, but couldn't help but to notice the serious improvements in video and audio quality. Way to go!
Thanks Victor! Appreciate that a lot coming from you 😀. Been working on that the past couple of videos and finally getting the hang of it I think. Will be checking out your video shortly as just seen the notification. Looking forward to watching it! 👍
@@CycleEveryday naah this one is just a random vlooog ahah not super proud of it, but thanks!!
Great tips thank you - Love the ground level close up shots particularly. Really brings home the damage possible from a high speed kerb mounting. My only tip is for people with a rack and the Racksack. Always undo the Velcro strap on the seat post first. Once I forgot and when I unfolded the rear triangle to detach the bag’s loop around the suspension block the triangle snapped closed again around my unsuspecting finger. Very painful bruise!
I've got a 29er as well so good heads up there mate. Just got notified my new Brompton has been shipped😀🎊
Nice one! Hopefully wont be too long now. Think you will get used to it pretty quick. Actually prefer it now and havent ridden my mountain bike for quite some time.
thanks for so many good tips and guides. appreciate! 👍
I am glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching 😀👍
I hear this twitchyness thing often. I think twitchyness comes from the user who is not familiar with the bike. Of course the bike has "sharp" handling, but if you know what you are doing it is a very stable bike.
Yes I definitely agree. I like the term “more responsive” and think that after a short time most people prefer riding it. I know I do personally and it feels really strange when I ride anything else now 👍😀
@@CycleEveryday That's exactly it. After a few ride I actually love the increased responsiveness, especially in traffic!
@@BenuTuber Yes it is definitely great in traffic and trying to dodge pot holes!
The narrow handlebars are a big factor in this.
I have come from riding mtb, especially 29” wheels. When I first rode my new Brompton I nearly pitched over the bars by turning aggressively! Like anything new, you just have to retrain your riding technique!! 👍
Thanks for the vid. After many thousands of miles on a Brommy the only thing I would never ever do (even very very slowly) is ride over a cattle grid. Did it once never again 😬
When we went away on holiday last year I went over one on our electric bike (20 inch wheels) honestly one of the scariest things I have ever done! Like you, will not be doing that again! 😂
You don't pass cattle grids slowly! Either full speed ahead or walk 😉
Really helpful video, thanks.
Glad it was useful! 👍😀
2:15 the bright side is that it makes for a perfect bike rack LOL
For the exact same reason this tip extends to navigating through gas stations. Those pesky drainage gutters can and will jam in anything short of a fat bike. Had more than one flying lesson from those, always because I was distracted and didn't approach the gutter perpendicularly (or avoided it altogether). Wheel slips in, rider takes off and lands spectacularly in front of the gas station crew. Doh!
As a result I try to be always aware of any possible wheel-jamming situations. Some cobblestone streets, for example, depending on how the cobbles are laid, also pose a risk. You may not fall but can definitely blow a tire and even dent a rim. When in doubt it is better to just get off the bike and push it through the section.
Yes definitely. Tram lines are also something to watch out for, especially in the cities! 😂
Excellent video. Thank you for sharing these tips.
Glad it was helpful! 👍😀
Great tips to protect the paintwork.
Thanks 👍
That was great, thanks.
Glad it was useful Robin 👍
Thanks for another great video, the quality of your videos is really improving. I have a similar channel to yours and you’ve really inspired me to work harder on my video making skills.
Thank you Terry! I appreciate it and glad you have noticed an improvement! Been trying to work on them the past couple to get them a bit better and interesting so glad it’s working 😀👍
Keep the tyres fully inflated. I have never owned a bike where this matters as much. My Brompton is a lot more work if I let it lose air.
That’s a great point! Yes I wish I had added that one now. I always have mine at 110psi and makes a massive difference 👍😀
Thanks for the great tips
Glad you found them useful 👍
Glad you found them useful 👍
Hi great videos ,have u got a video on wheels for taking bike into supermarkets ?
Hi Hanora. Here is the link for the video I did on shopping with the Brompton. Personally I found it quite awkward and generally carry it rather than using it as a shopping cart. Let me know how you get on though! 👍
•The front (cat eye) and rear (battery light that replaces the reflector )add ons are almost necessary after dark.
Yeah lights are very important and a legal requirement in the UK. The Brompton ones are really good and rechargeable as well. I like the ones I have as they can be used on any of the bikes we have and taken on and off really easily. 🔦👍
Very useful insight
Thank you. Glad it was useful 👍
Thank you.
You're welcome! 👍😀
Great tips that I would not of considered... that drain one was scary mate! 👌🏾How are you finding the new tyres?
The new tyres are really good and not had any major problems. Still a pain to keep them clean in this weather recently but glad I got them! 👍
The drain is an interesting one. 😂 I know two people that have actually done that on a bike, although not a Brompton but road bikes. Luckily they were going pretty slow so it wasn’t too bad but definitely something to think about! 👍
Yes, at railway crossings and cattle grids I always stop and walk them.
Cattle grids are pretty nasty on any bike. Fortunately don’t get them very often but walk over them like you when we get to them 👍
Thanks for all the tips...I learned a lot.
Thanks! I am glad you found it useful 👍😀
thanks for the tips
Your welcome 👍
Another good video, Thanks
Thanks Mark, Glad you enjoyed it! Hope you are well!
Good advice: Watch tree roots- thank you!
Yes! Thank you! 🌳🚲
Re; potholes. You can improve the ride by changing the suspension block. There are literally hundreds of aftermarket alternatives out there. FWIW I swear by the Matumura kokhi from SJS Cycles.
Hi David, Thats a very good point that I forgot about completely. Seen a few others with some new suspension blocks. Not too concerned about it personally, but definitely worth thinking about for those that find it too bumpy 👍
I'm amazed how clean your bike is on winter. Even those tan wall tires look amazing.
How the hell do you accomplish that?
Thanks Miguel. Will have a think about that for a video 😀👍. Just have to clean it every time I get back in. If it’s not too bad I just give it wipe over but the tyres normally have to have a good scrub 🧼🧽
@@CycleEveryday that's hard work.
I have cream tires on my other bike for quite a while, but they only looked that great new. After a couple of rides in the rain they get those pesky stains that I can never remove completely, even using products for wheel cleaning. But I admit I don't have the discipline nor the will to clean them after each use :P
@@MrBaptista not sure if this would work, but I just use car wash and a toothbrush to get the stains off. Might help?
@@CycleEveryday I use wheel brush and those car wheel cleaners that I spray onto the wheels. It removes much dirt, but doesn't leave the tires spotless like yours.
@@MrBaptista may be it’s the colour. The yellow hides some of the dirt, compared to cream I guess? Other than that I am not too sure though. Just use a toothbrush to get the big patches off and some normal cash wash stuff too.
I experienced the pedal hitting a tree root bump yesterday.
Yeah you do get that occasionally on uneven roads with things sticking up out of the ground so worth keeping an eye out for them 👍
My dream bike...🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Hopefully you will be able to get one soon! They are definitely something special and we love ours 😀👍
Yes: I was thrown INTO traffic by the pedal landing on elevated cobbles. One only does that ONCE!
I did it myself the other month. Hit a brick and ending up falling off. Broke the frame on my t-bag as well! Luckily no other damage but definitely something to be wary off!
Lots of work went into this one, and it shows: great video.
Great motion graphics (which software btw?)
Thank you. Been working on improving them and making them more interesting so glad it has shown through. So it’s iMovie for the editing and I just use keynote for the graphics, so an animation in a slide on green background and then remove it. Probably an app or programme you can get but like this way because you can pretty much do what you want with it. 😀👍
I use the same setup (iMovie and Keynote) on our videos. The workflow to align the graphic with video image is not the most obvious (greenscreen+picture-in-picture+timing keys). Thanks for showing what can be done, I will go to the drawing board now and try to step up my game :-)
To make it easier I just took a screen shot of the image I wanted. Place that in keynote and then add the animation over the image. Then delete the image and export as a movie from keynote. Then it’s just editing in iMovie as a green screen and should be a bit easier getting them to align. Let me know how it goes. Just a bit fiddly but gets some good results 👍😀
I think it’s pretty much four points if I’m honest 😂
Great video!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 👍
Have u used back mirrors yet ? I find when avoiding potholes i like to check behind 😊
Hi Hanora, I don't use mirrors on the Brompton. I have had mirrors before, but personally don't use them anymore. They do make mirrors though that can work on the Brompton. 👍
Really useful thanks!
Can I ask what bag your running? I’ve also just bought a tempest blue m3l
I have been using the Wotancraft Bag for the past few months. Really like them and the perfect size for everyday commuting. I was using the T-Bag new version but found this one better for me. Still riding the new Brompton at the moment due to the hinge pin not being fixed and waiting on a spare part though. Missing the internal gears a little bit on the M3L 😀
How are you finding it? Hope you are enjoying the Brompton! 🚲👍
Can you not get a second cover for the front part of the frame instead of moving the single cover backwards and forwards? What about a wheel extension. Have you tried any? Just want to know what's best. Picked up my new Brompton electric 3 weeks ago and really struggling with wheeling it. I also want to attach a rear rack which might help to stabilise the bike. Any suggestions/recommendation?
Hi. Yes you can buy a cover that goes along the whole section if you like. I haven't tried the wheel extension although I have heard good things about them in terms of adding stability. The rear rack will definitely make it more stable, but be aware that you would also need to change the mudguard on the back to put the rack on. 👍
I was just wondering, I wanted to buy a brompton for me and my daughter to use however the regular seatpost is still quite long for her so if the seatpost stuck out underneath below the frame a little; would it case a problem and damage the frame? thank you in advance!
Hi Yasmin, yes the seat post sticking out of the bottom of frame would be unsafe as it might be possible to damage the frame when going down a step or gutter for example. The only thing that might be best is to get the standard seat post which is the shortest, or the only other thing is to wait until she gets a bit taller unfortunately 👍
@@CycleEveryday thank you so nuch for replying. Yes that does make sense, I will look in to the standard seatpost and hopefully it should be a better fit. Thanks so much for your help!
What is the point of lifting the front wheel at a kerb ( which only takes 35% of the riders weight) when the back wheel still has to hit the kerb full on?
Interesting question. With the Brompton and a bag on the front it is heavier on the front than normal. Plus if you look at the video you will notice that the front pinches a significant amount more on the kerb than the back one. So lifting the front prevents any problems. Plus hitting the kerb with the front is more likely to put you off balance as well than the back one.
2:20 blimey that could hurt!
Yeah think its caught a few people out before. Same on most bikes especially tram tracks in cities as well! 👍
You think they would change the drain cover for safety reasons?
I don’t think so. There’s quite a few of these types by us. Would be nice though if they did 👍
For my next long distance of tourist riding, should I get the 16 inc wheels or wider?
At the moment I only use the Brompton for transport but I have copied a channel called the Brompton Traveller who does a lot of touring on the Brompton and thought these might be useful for some advise from someone that does touring a lot th-cam.com/video/QIolFQRdnkQ/w-d-xo.html
Let me know if thats helpful! 😀👍