Dahon Curve D3 Folding Bike 16" Wheel

The Dahon Curve D3 is a 16-inch folding bike built for everyday urban riding and commuters who need something compact enough to carry on public transport or store in a small space. It's made from aluminium throughout the frame, fork, and rims, which keeps the weight down to 11.6kg and helps resist rust. This is a straightforward, unisex design that works well for riders between 137cm and 188cm tall, with a maximum weight capacity of 100kg.

The bike folds down to 67cm by 64cm by 34cm, small enough to fit under most desks or into a car boot. The frame uses Dahon's patented folding system with a lattice-forged hinge and V-Clamp technology, which means the fold is engineered to be reliable and repeatable after years of use. The handlepost adjusts, so you can dial in a comfortable riding position before you head out, and it folds down as part of the package. The 16-inch wheels are fitted with 2.0-inch tyres, which give decent grip and roll smoothly enough on urban surfaces without being particularly demanding underfoot.

You get three gears via a hub shifter with grip shifters on the handlebars, which is simple to operate and requires minimal maintenance compared to derailleur systems. V-brakes handle stopping duties, and they're reliable enough for urban speeds. The sealed bearings on the hubs and bottom bracket mean the bike can shrug off wet weather and casual neglect, which matters if you're folding and unfolding regularly or leaving it parked outdoors.

This particular example has been serviced recently with fresh cables fitted, so mechanically it's in working order. There are some scratches on the aluminium and the finish is a bit dull in places from storage, but cosmetic wear doesn't affect how the bike rides. It's suited to anyone who cycles short distances regularly, mixes their bike with trains or buses, or needs to store a functional bike without taking up much room. Suited for collection from Stockport.