Brompton C Line Explore with Battery Lighting 2023
2023 Urban
Estimate price |
1,750$
Weight | 12.11 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
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
Steel brazed fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Brompton Chain Pusher
Shift Levers
Brompton 2 and 3 Speed Trigger Shifters
Crank
6061 forged aluminum crank with 50T chainring and integrated chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper bottom bracket
Pedals
Silver Brompton Folding left hand and non-folding right-hand pedals
Wheels
Rims
Front: Double-wall rim, 28 spokes laced to a Brompton front hub, Rear: Double wall rim, 28 spoke, Brompton Wide ratio 3 speed internal gear hub
Tires
349 x 35C Schwalbe Marathon Racer. A puncture resistant tire with a reflective sidewall
Brakes
Brakes
Brompton Dual Pivot Calipers
Cockpit
Grips
Lock-on grips with soft-compound rubber adhered to an engineered core
Headset
Brompton headset
Seat
Saddle
Brooks Cambium C17
Seatpost
Extended, Silver (35")
About this model
C Line Explore with Battery Lighting completes the Brompton C model. Brompton launched 25 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Brompton C Line Edition Urban 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1550$. Brompton C Line Archive Edition 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2150$.
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.
Folding bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Folding bike is 738$. However, you could also get a good Folding bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Brompton released this model in 2023, its price was 1750$. In conclusion, this bike price is 137.13% more expensive than the price of the average Folding bike.
Average weight for Folding bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Folding bike, we get 12.83 kg (28.29 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
C Line Explore with Battery Lighting weighs 12.11 kg (26.7 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. In short, the average Folding bike weight is 5.95% higher than this one.
C Line Explore with Battery Lighting components
Fork material
C Line Explore with Battery Lighting has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on C Line Explore with Battery Lighting are the 16″ aluminum type. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Brompton C Line Explore with Battery Lighting 2023 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.