Dahon Vitesse D5HG Folding Fold-up Foldable Bike

A lovely used example of a Dahon Vitesse D5HG.

The Vitesse D5HG is arguably one of the best bikes for urban living that Dahon have made. Dahon.com is suitably modest …“.. with a 5-speed Sturmey-Archer internal hub with alloy frame, this premium Vitesse model exquisitely combines high performance, light weight, and extra value for a durable folding bicycle at an attractive price.”

The Sturmey-Archer hub gear is virtually maintenance free. The gears are operated by a twist grip which gives smooth and precise gear changing, you can even change gear at a standstill. Because it has hub gears and a chain guard there isn’t a dangly derailleur so you and your clothes have more chance of avoiding the oily bits.

Great for the urban life when bike storage is a challenge, its light weight  (circa 11.8kg) takes the strain out of lifting it upstairs. Drop the handlebars  and fold the pedals to squeeze it in to a narrow corridor, or fold it into its  most compact shape to put it in the corner. Folds down to 29 x 80 x 66cm.

Of course it’s also ideal for commuting or to put in your car, campervan or caravan for days out  and holidays, as well as trips to the shops and general tootling about when the rack and kickstand come into their own.

With it’s adjustable height saddle and handlebars the bike is suitable for riders weighing up to 105kg or 230lbs and 142 – 193 cm (4’8” – 6’4”) tall. In the photos the bike is set up for me, I’m 6’ or 183cm tall.

Plenty of tread left on the Schwalbe Marathon tyres. They are 1.75 inches wide which will help sooth your way over todays broken road surfaces.

The paintwork is in very good condition for a folding bike. There is a small chip on top of the crossbar by the right hand Dahon logo and touch up paint has been used on another mark on the logo, photo 11. It looks like a sticker has been peeled or scraped off the down tube behind the chain wheel just above the USA flag, which has damaged the paint, photo 16. Take a good look at the photos.