Brompton Folding Bike

The Brompton is a British-made steel folding bike designed for everyday urban cycling and commuting where space and portability matter. The steel frame folds compactly, making it practical for storing in flats, offices, or carrying onto trains and buses. At 16 inches, the wheels are small enough to keep the folded package manageable, and the bike handles city riding well with its responsive, upright geometry that keeps you visible in traffic.

This particular example is in mint condition with no rust or scratches, which speaks to how it's been looked after. The black steel frame uses side-pull calliper brakes for reliable stopping power, and the hub gear system keeps things simple and low-maintenance—no derailleurs to adjust or chain adjustments to worry about. The tyres are currently flat from sitting unused, but they'll likely pump up fine or may just need new inner tubes if they've perished, which is an inexpensive fix.

The package includes everything you need to get going: the original owner's manual, a front bag for carrying small items, a floor pump for inflation, and two locks with keys so you can leave it secured when needed. This is the kind of kit that shows the previous owner understood what makes a folding bike actually usable day to day, rather than just theoretically portable. For anyone cycling in London or another city where you're mixing riding with public transport, or for anyone with limited storage space, a Brompton handles that everyday commute without fuss.