Know your Brompton line
Steps to Identify Your Brompton Line:
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Look for Branding and Labels: Many Brompton models have labels or decals indicating the line.
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Look for Specific Features:
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Gears: The number and type of gears can indicate the line.
- A Line: 3-speed gear system.
- C Line: More versatile gearing, often 2, 3, or 6.
- P Line: Combination of internal and external gears, typically 4.
- T Line: High-end and customizable gearing.
- Material: The use of lightweight materials (e.g., titanium) is more common in the P and T lines.
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Additional Features: Mudguards, racks, and other accessories are standard on C, P, and T lines but might be minimal on the A line.
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Gears: The number and type of gears can indicate the line.
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Frame and Component Details:
- Weight: Lighter weight indicates P or T lines.
- Component Quality: High-end components and materials are a hallmark of the T line.
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Battery and Motor: If your bike has a battery and motor, it’s an Electric Line
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Contact Brompton Support: If you have difficulty identifying the line, contact Brompton's customer support with your bike's serial number. They can provide detailed information about your specific model.
Feature | A Line | C Line | P Line | T Line | Electric Line |
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Purpose | Basic commuting | Versatile, all-around use | Performance and speed | Ultra-lightweight performance | Assisted commuting |
Gearing | 3-speed | 2, 3, or 6-speed | 4-speed | 4-speed | 2 or 6-speed |
Weight | Approx. 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs) | Approx. 11.1 kg (24.5 lbs) - 11.6 kg (25.6 lbs) - 12.1 kg (26.7 lbs) | Approx. 9.65 kg (21.3 lbs) | Approx. 7.45 kg (16.4 lbs) - 7.95 kg (17.5 lbs) | Approx. 15.53 kg (34.2 lbs) - 16.6 kg (36.6 lbs) |
Frame Material | Steel | Steel | Steel and titanium | Primarily titanium | Steel with electric components |
Handlebar Types | S, M | S, M, H, P | S, M | S, M | S, M, H |
Price Point | Most affordable | Mid-range | Higher | Highest | Higher |
By examining these characteristics, you can determine which line your Brompton bike belongs to.