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Brompton M2L - X

Bromptons are the  big favourite with commuters, extremely compact when folded, yet  in 15 to 20 seconds transforms into a bike that you’ll be proud to ride, with excellent handling around town, or even a joy to ride on those longer trips, with a choice of two, three or six speed versions. In addition there are options of 12% reduced gearing for those particularly hilly regions.

 The new range of Bromptons has introduced very many possibilities, from three styles of handlebar, lightweight Titanium rear swing arm and forks, Titanium seatposts and folding pedal axles, to a new 2 speed system.  This has without doubt broadened the appeal, and younger riders feel more at home with the sport range, and the new colour introductions.

Although Brompton offer the A la Carte ordering system, which we are more than willing to operate for those that require it, the big downside is the delivery times which vary from 3 - 7 weeks according to the time of year and demand.

We have therefore decided to stock some standard models and some with Specifications and colours of our own choice, in order that we can supply bikes for immediate delivery.

We give the full specifications on our web pages 

We give FOC with every Brompton ordered a bwh KOFFER bike carrying bag worth £39.95, or both the Brompton cover/saddlebag worth £19.00 + Topeak multi- tool worth £19.99 if preferred.                                                                                           Click on bag to view

1,2,3 or 6 speed ?

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1 - speed  ( - 775gms) Light, simple to use and no clutter - for the purist

2 - speed (- 630gms). One gear for hills ans starting from a standstill, and one for cruising. Based on the unique Brompton derailleur system and their special rear free-hub, it is the best setup for lightness and portability. The direct drive, with near perfect chain alignment, is crisp and efficient. All that you need for riding around town, and fine for country rides too, if you don’t mind getting off on the steeper hills.

3 -speed   The classic Sturmey-Archer hub, now with an alloy shell, provides three well- spaced gears. These are fully enclosed for reliability, and changing gear couldn’t be simpler. A popular choice for average everyday usage.

6 -  speed ( +145gms)  The combination of Sram’s very efficient hub-gears with Brompton’s own derailleur system gives six evenly spaced close-coupled ratios.  Control with the two triggers is easy, and with it’s low transmission losses this multi- gear system is the right choice for touring and for riding in hilly areas.

Gearing Table

Ratios metric

Range

Optional higher gearing

Optional lower gearing

1 speed

5.93m

N/A

NO

-7% & -19 %

2 speed

4.45 - 5.93m

133%

NO

-7% & - 19 %

3 speed

3.79m -  6.76m

178%

+ 8%

-12% & -18 %

6 speed

3.22 - 6.87m

213%

 + 8%

-12%

C -  type

3.49 m - 6.22m

178%

NO

NO

Bike type

M - type bar

The weight comparisons given below relate to the standard model M3L

M - type The classic shape of the M - type handlebar has been used on the Bromption since the outset. It gives a fairly upright ride with excellent control. Grip height is about 1015mm and there is scope for a small amout of fore/aft adjustment.

The M - type is the general purpose Brompton, as much at home around town as for exploring in the country, and with room for plenty of luggage at the front.

Weight saving and colours.

Whether you choose a minimalist Brompton, or add extra features and weight, it’s always good to keep the bike as light as possible. If you choose all the options available below, you lose almost a kilo, a striking saving when carrying or lifting a Brompton.

The main savings come from the use of high strength Titanium-alloy instead of steel. Though not cheap, titanium is a superb structural material, corrosion free, quite springy, and very lightweight.

Brompton  titanium rear triangle (part of)
Brompton titanium seatpost

Superlight frame option  ( - 790gms)

On all Bromptons steel is used for the main-frame and handlebar stem. It’s the steel that gives rigidity to the vital link between handlbar and pedals, the keys to good handling. On a standard frame, the rear triangle and front forks are also steel.

On a superlight frame, these two above mentioned parts are titanium, with the extra springiness of titanium a bonus.  Still further weight is saved through having an alloy headset and titanium mudguard stays. Also, as the idea is to minimise what you carry, there is no provision for a pump.

Superlight colours:  the best complement for raw titanium is one of the three unusual matt colours reserved for superlight frames, Flamingo, Kew green, or Tempest. You can however choose one of the other Brompton colours.

Titanium seat-post ( - 100gms)

The surface treatment on this part gives a deep blue hue, which softens with use.  Any of the three Brompton seat pillars is available in Titanium.  (for the longer pillars the weight saving is more, - around 225gms

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Brompton Titanium pedal

Titanium folding pedal axle  (- 25gms )

A small saving, we know, but still worthwhile Also it makes the pedals better balanced.

Part no. BROMM2LX

Colour Titanium/Tempest Blue

£873.00 including delivery + free bwh Koffer carrying bag worth £39.95

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BROMM2LX2

As left but with Brompton Cover/Saddlebag worth £19.00 + Topeak multi-tool worth £19.99 instead of bwh KOFFER carrying Bag

M2L -  X   The two gears on this superlight bike are all you need where there aren’t too many hills, and, coupled with a full set of Titanium parts, make for a serious commuter bike that’s really easy to carry

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Specification of M2L - X

  • Weight. Kgs: 9.95
  • Gears: 2
  • Superlight Frame: Yes
  • Seatpost:  Titanium
  • Pedals: Brompton folding LH pedal with Titanium bolt, Wellgo RH pedal with ball-bearings
  • Mudguards: Yes
  • Rear rack: No
  • Front luggage: Optional
  • Lighting: Reflectors only
  • Tyres: Brompton High Pressure skinwall tyres .
  • Saddle: Polyurethane Foam Saddle on nylon frame
  • Brakes: Brompton high leverage alloy sidepull calipers front and rear.
  • Pump:  No
  • Colour : Tempest Blue, Flamingo or Kew Green  (c,a,b on chart)

 

Saddle height and position

With the standard seat pillar. a PU saddle can be up to 965mm from the ground, and a rail saddle (such as Vitesse or Brooks) up to 995mm high. If your inside leg measurement is more than 32” (or 33” with a rail saddle), you almost certainly  need a longer seat piller.  The telescopic pillar is best for an inside leg more than 35”  or for a taller rider wishing to minimise the height of the folded bike.  The weights are for steel pillars.

a

b

Extended Seat Pillar (a) (+150gms)

60mm longer than the standard seat pillar, with the saddle corrrespondingly higher when folded

Saddle Adaptor pin (+125gms)

This brings the saddle forward, and, if fitted pointing down, allows the smallest folded bike-size. pointing up, it raises the saddle 30mm

Mudguards and Rack

Version L mudguards.

Essential for most users, giving all the protection you need.

Telescopic Seat Pillar (b) (+295gms)

Allows a saddle height up to 175mm higher than normal, yet when lowered the saddle projects only 20mm from the folded package.

Front carrier system

The Brompton system is a very convenient method for carrying luggage on the bike, and it only takes a single finger press to attach or release it. The load is attached direct to the bike frame, so has little effect on the steering. The system is ideal if you often need to take luggage or shopping with you.

Simply, there is a tapered block and a special frame which latches onto it. We stock a choice of three soft-luggage options which fit over the frame.

To see these , and many other fitments for Brompton Bicycles go to our Accessory page now

Great to ride, easy to fold, and so compact.

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If you require a longer seatpost, upgraded tyres, front bags, or other Brompton accessories, visit our Brompton Accessory page.

If you live outside of the UK and would like to purchase a Brompton from us, please e-mail us and we will advise you of the extra cost of shipping to your Country

Important Customer Information

All Folding Bikes are thoroughly prepared and checked in the workshop in order to validate the warranties, this involves a thorough setup and adjustment of spokes, bearings, brakes, gears (stops and cable adjustment). The chainset and crank, handlebars and all nuts and bolts are checked for tightness and the pedals fitted. Finally the tyre pressures are set and the folding joints and all quick releases are lubricated and adjusted. After a brief test ride (mainly indoor) they are then carefully packed back into the original boxes using appropriate packaging, this means that the bikes when received and unfolded are ‘ready to ride’ .  All 26” wheel Dahon bikes arrive in the UK in boxes with the frame unfolded but the bike partially dismantled. We have taken the decision that in order to properly achieve our highest aim and that of the responsible manufacturers with whom we liase, that we therefore, properly prepare then fold the completed bike with only the handlebar removed, it is therefore necessary for us to repackage the bike accordingly on account of it’s larger size when assembled.

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