The new 2023 Brompton C Line Explore Mid folding bike is the classic All-Steel Folding Brompton people have known and loved for years, but now has all-black componentry, along with black fork and rear triangle in the spirit of the wildly popular "Black Edition" Bromptons. It’s the most customizable bike in Brompton’s lineup and the chromoly steel frame can be finished in an assortment of colours from classics to vibrant pop tones - including the all-new Matcha Green or Yellow. For a premium look, choose the Black Lacquer or Flame Lacquer finish which is made using only the best frames where the hand brazing is visible.

The Brompton Explore model is geared up to go further. It uses the 3-speed Sturmey Archer BWR hub combined with a 2-speed shifter for a combined 6 speeds. The wider gear ratio is designed to get you up the steepest hills and speeding along the flat open roads. Schwalbe Marathon tires provide puncture-proof reliability (not to be confused with the cheaper Marathon Racer tire) and a Front Carrier Block lets you customize your bike with a wide range of Brompton bags. This model is our most popular due to its adaptability and is a favourite of world travellers.

This bike uses the Mid Handlebar which is Brompton’s bestseller and the sweet spot for short riders seeking an upright ride, or average-height riders wanting a bike that is both efficient and comfortable. Fenders keep you and your bike looking presentable and make entry to shops, museums, and theatres a lot easier as a result. The bike is fitted with a Standard seatpost but can be swapped to Extended or Telescopic seatposts depending on your height. It comes standard with the Brompton Wide saddle which suits this handlebar the best but can be swapped out to the Brompton Standard saddle at no extra charge.

An aluminum rear rack makes the bike considerably more stable when folded and much easier to roll when using it in “rolling transport mode”. It also allows you to carry extra luggage on the back while touring, or if you need to haul something too large to fit in a front bag.

Note: The photos here depict a Brompton without a rear rack. These Brompton C Line Explore bikes do in fact come with a Brompton rear rack installed.

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Brompton C Line Explore
Main frame painted in one of seven high quality standard finishes or the luxury Black Lacquer or Flame Lacquer finish
New for 2023, Rear Frames and Fork all painted Black
Mid Handlebar - Sweet-spot for shorter riders who want to sit upright or average-height riders who want a bike that is both efficient yet comfortable
Explore 6 Speed Standard Gearing (33-100 Gear Inches) - Never get stuck without the right gear - This can be changed to -12% or +8% at no extra charge
Schwalbe Marathon Tires - Pretty much puncture proof
Integrated Trigger Shifter with Gear Display Window
Front and Rear Fenders - Keep you clean and dry whatever the weather
Front Carrier Block (FCB) - For mounting Brompton bags
Rear Rack - Adds carrying capacity and makes the bike easier to move through shops and train stations
Standard seatpost - Can be swapped to Extended or Telescopic if needed
Brompton Standard or Wide saddle
Weight: 26.57 lbs
ADD: Front Bags & Covers
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BROMPTON C LINE EXPLORE - MID HANDLEBAR - REAR RACK - MARATHON TIRES	Specs subject to change without notice due to global supply chain issues
FRAME	Main Frame: Precision drawn heat-treated steel tubing, full ED coated, Hand-brazed in England Rear Triangle: Cold formed micro-alloy steel tubing, full ED coated, Hand brazed in England
FORK	Chromoly steel, full ED coated, Hand-brazed in England
HEADSET	Brompton Steel - Black
STEM	Brompton Mid Stem - Precision drawn heat-treated steel tubing, full ED coated, Hand-brazed in England
HANDLEBAR	Brompton Mid Handlebar (Moderate Riding Position) - Black - Triple butted aluminum with shot-peened finish
GRIPS	Brompton Lock-On, with soft-compound rubber adhered to engineered core - Black
SEATPOST	Brompton Steel Standard, Extended or Telescopic - Black
SEAT	Brompton Wide with built in handle and rear light mount
BRAKES	Brompton Dual Pivot Caliper - Black
BRAKE LEVERS	Brompton with Integrated Bell and Shifters - Black
SHIFTERS	Brompton Integrated Gear Trigger (L+R) - 6 speed
R. DERAILLEUR	Brompton Chain Tensioner
FRONT HUB	Brompton Alloy - 28h - Black
REAR HUB	Brompton/Sturmey Archer BWR (Brompton Wide Range) 3spd Hub - Black
SPOKES	Stainless Steel Straight Gauge - Black
RIMS	Brompton Alloy, Double Walled - Black with Machined Braking Surface
TIRES	Schwalbe Marathon
BOTTOM BRACKET	Cartridge 119mm JIS
CRANKS	Brompton 5-bolt - 50T - Black
COG-SET	Brompton 13/16T
PEDALS	Brompton (left hand folds) - Black
RACK	Aluminum, 24lb weight limit
FENDERS	Brompton Chromoplastic - Black with rubberized flap
SUSPENSION	Rubber Elastomer - Firm
WEIGHT	26.57 lbs
FOLDED SIZE	645mm (H) x 585mm (W) x 270mm (D) (25.3" x 23" x 10.6")
EXTRAS	Brompton Zefal Pump included Front Carrier Block (FCB) included

BROMPTON C LINE EXPLORE - MID HANDLEBAR - REAR RACK - MARATHON TIRES	FROM	TO
Standard Seatpost	5' 2"	5' 11"
Extended and Telescopic Seatpost	5' 10"	6' 4"

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