Brompton M6L Black Edition - Orange - Rare Ltd Edition colour and spec

This is a Brompton M6L, the British-made steel folding bike in a rare Black Edition colourway that's become genuinely hard to find. The frame is orange, but rather than the standard silver componentry, the rims, spokes, seat post, handlebars, pedals and mudguards are all finished in black, which gives it a distinctive look that stands out from the standard Brompton catalogue. It's a 2019 model and has been looked after carefully since new. The bike runs an M-type handlebar with 6-speed gearing, paired with Brompton's lateral fold that reduces it to a compact package suitable for train travel or storage in a flat. A Brompton pump is mounted to the frame, so you have the basics covered for maintaining tyre pressure on the go.

The 16-inch wheels are typical for Brompton's range, making the folded package genuinely portable and the bike responsive in urban riding. With 6 speeds you've got enough range to handle varied terrain without the complexity of a larger cassette. The compact fold is one of Brompton's defining features—it becomes intuitive after a few goes and sits neatly under a desk, in a cupboard, or in train luggage racks. Day to day, the upright riding position keeps visibility good in traffic, and the integrated mudguards mean the bike is ready for all-weather commuting without needing to bolt on extras. The steel frame has that solid, grounded feel Brompton is known for.

This colourway isn't something you see regularly, which is what makes this particular spec worth noting if you're after something that stands out from the standard silver-and-frame colour combinations most Bromptons wear. For anyone commuting in an urban setting who needs to fold the bike away and take it on public transport, or simply wants a compact bike that doesn't compromise on build quality, this ticks those boxes. The bike is located in the West Midlands, nearest train stations being Wolverhampton or Birmingham New Street.