Brompton Electric C Line Explore 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,800$
Weight | 14.5 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor 250W hub-drive -
Battery 300Wh 36V with LED display. 5V 1.5A USB port to charge portable devices. 4-hour full charge using included 2A charger -
Drivetrain 1 × 3 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Precision drawn heat-treated steel tubing with hand brazing and selected auto-brazed joints
Suspension Fork
Reinforced Electric specific steel brazed fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Brompton Chain pusher
Shift Levers
Brompton 2 and 3 speed Trigger shifters
Crank
6061 forged aluminium crank with 50T chainring and integrated chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Integrated sealed bearing BB with cadence and torque sensor
Pedals
Brompton Folding left hand and non-folding right-hand pedals
Wheels
Rims
Front: Single wall rim, 250W Brushless DC motor providing assistance up to 25 kmp/h, Rear: Single wall rim, Brompton Wide ratio 3 speed internal gear hub with 2 speed external gears (13 and 16 tooth)
Tires
349 x 35C Schwalbe Marathon Racer. Puncture resistant, reflective sidewall
Brakes
Brakes
Rim
Cockpit
Grips
Lock-on grips with soft-compound rubber adhered to an engineered core
Headset
Brompton headset
Seat
Saddle
Brompton saddle,integrated carry handle, mounts for Brompton rear light and saddle bag
Seatpost
Brompton Extended Chromoly steel, Chrome finish. Suitable for maximum inside leg 35"/89cm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Front: Single wall rim, 250W Brushless DC motor providing assistance up to 25 kmp/h, Rear: Single wall rim, Brompton Wide ratio 3 speed internal gear hub with 2 speed external gears (13 and 16 tooth)
Battery
300Wh 36V with LED display. 5V 1.5A USB port to charge portable devices. 4-hour full charge using included 2A charger
Model Overview
Electric C Line Explore is a Brompton E C model. There are 4 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Brompton Electric C Line Explore 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3800$. Brompton Electric C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 4050$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Folding e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Folding e-bike you should know that the average price is 1557$. However, you could also get a good Folding e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 3800$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 144.06% more expensive than the price of the average Folding e-bike.
Folding e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Folding e-bike, we get 25.34 kg (55.87 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs), the Electric C Line Explore model is much lighter than average. In short, the average Folding e-bike weight is 74.76% higher than this one.
Electric C Line Explore components
Fork material
Electric C Line Explore has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
The wheels on Electric C Line Explore are the 16″ aluminum type. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.