Brompton C Line Explore Mid Handlebar-Black Lacquer

The original design with the 3-part fold, handmade in our London factory since 1975. Compact and robust – it’s a seriously engineered bike that’s fun to ride.
Although C Line is made to stand up to the rigours of everyday life in the city, owners have taken them on around-the-world trips, on country tours and even to the South Pole, but mainly they are used 364-days a year to improve the day-to-day (we recommend a day-off for an annual service).
Geared up to go further:
You can load this 6-speed all-steel workhorse with luggage and a rack for all-weather commuting or touring, then go explore. Some owners have cycled these around the world. Most use them to improve their day-to-day.
Key Features
Features a front carrier block (included on every model) to carry Brompton luggage
6 Speed
Equipped with mudguards for all-weather riding
Mid handlebar for a neutral riding position
Specifications
Frameset
Frame: Precision drawn heat-treated steel tubing with hand brazing and selected auto-brazed joints
Fork: Steel brazed fork
Wheels
Rims: Double-wall rim, 28H
Hubs: (F) Brompton front hub (R) Brompton Wide ratio 3 speed internal gear hub with 2 speed external gears (13 and 16 tooth)
Tyres: 349 x 35C Schwalbe Marathon Racer
Drivetrain
Pedals: Brompton Folding left hand and non-folding right-hand pedals
Crank: (6061) forged aluminium crank with 50T chainring and integrated chainguard
Front Derailleur: n/a
Rear Derailleur: 2 speed chain pusher
Shifters: 3 speed Trigger shifter
Bottom Bracket: Square taper bottom bracket
Components
Handlebar: Mid style, type triple butted (6061) aluminium handlebar with shot peened finish
Grips: Lock-on grips with soft-compound rubber adhered to an engineered core Headset: Brompton headset
Brakes: Brompton Dual Pivot Calipers
Brake Levers: Brompton levers
Saddle: Brompton saddle with integrated carry handle (147mm). Incorporates a mount for a Brompton rear light and saddle bag.
Seatpost: Chromoly steel tube, centreless ground, chrome plated for hardness, delivered in a standard length
Bike Sizing
Choosing the bike size depends on the type of bike, your height, your riding style, and your preference. A correct fitting bike will be more comfortable, more efficient and more fun to ride. This bike size guide gives our customers general advice on choosing the right size. It is a guide only and we always recommend visiting one of our stores or contacting one of our experts.

XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL

Rider Height
4’6 – 5’2 / 137cm – 157cm
5’1 – 5’4 / 155cm – 162cm
5’4 – 5’8 / 162cm – 170cm
5’7 – 6’0 / 170cm – 183cm
6’0 – 6’3 / 183cm – 192cm
6’3 – 6’6 / 193cm – 203cm