Brompton C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid 2023
2023 Urban
Estimate price |
2,020$
Weight | 12.25 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hand-brazed chromoly steel
Suspension Fork
Brompton chromoly fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Brompton
Front Derailleur
Brompton
Shift Levers
Brompton
Cassette
13/16T
Crank
Brompton lightweight alloy 50T
Bottom Bracket
English threaded
Chain
SRAM
Pedals
Brompton
Wheels
Front Hub
Brompton
Rear Hub
Brompton by Sturmey Archer
Rims
Brompton 28h
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon Racer
Brakes
Brakes
Brompton Rim
Brake Levers
Brompton
Cockpit
Stem
Brompton M-type
Handlebar
Neutral M-type
Headset
1-1/8 in. threaded
Seat
Saddle
Brompton Standard
Seatpost
Standard
About this model
C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid belongs to the Brompton C model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Brompton C bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Brompton C Line Edition Urban 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1550$. On the other hand, Brompton C Line Archive Edition 2023, is the most expensive and costs 2150$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Folding bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Folding bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 738$. However, even though the average price of a Folding bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Brompton C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid price was 2020$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid price is 173.71% higher than the average cost of a Folding bike.
Folding bikes average weight
The average weight for Folding bikes is 12.83 kg (28.29 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Brompton C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid it’s weighing 12.25 kg (27.01 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Folding bike weighs 4.73% more than C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid model has 16″ aluminum wheels. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Brompton C Line Explore Folding Bike – Mid 2023 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.