Buying a Brompton from your Local Store

With an established and experienced Brompton dealer in your local area, it makes no sense to order your Brompton online.

The expertise of a competent mechanic with ready access to a wide array of Brompton-authorized parts ensures correct functioning for rider safety and longevity of the bike. When you purchase from us, meticulous assembly in included, as is regular maintenance for a period of time.

Bromptons are highly specific, and —even if they’re ordered directly from Brompton or from their new Amazon store—they require thorough professional assembly to address details that may be missed on the production line, in packing or shipping the bike, and would not be apparent to the untrained eye.

Our Assembly Process

Your new Brompton will be expertly assembled by a skilled mechanic. Even though Bromptons appear to arrive from the factory almost completely pre-assembled, we take ample time to go over all systems to ensure that adjustments are perfect and will hold.

We do not consider it a waste of time to take a pre-assembled bike out of the box and begin by taking it apart to ensure everything is prepped and tuned correctly. It can be a lengthy and time-consuming process, but it will make your bike run better, feel better, and last longer. In the end, we make sure that all of the following have been addressed. Although these items are essential for the safe functioning and long-term durability of your bike, they are commonly overlooked in typical shop assemblies.

12-Point Checklist

1. Out of the box bike visually inspected for any flaws, defects or shipping damage; bike configuration verified against your order.

2. Wheels pre-stressed using our proprietary process, dished, trued and spokes properly tensioned.

3. The headset (internal bearing assembly that allows for steering) adjusted to correct tension, and secured to ensure it won't loosen.

4. The pedals, crank assembly and internal bearings properly tightened and secured.

5. Hub bearings adjusted to correct tension and secured.

6. Brakes adjusted for dependable, noise-free stopping, and secure attachment of brake shoes and cables checked.

7. Shifting mechanisms precisely adjusted. The 3-speed internal hub shifting mechanism adjusted and secured to prevent the indicator chain from rattling loose. Secure attachment of cables checked.

8. Frame hinges and seatpost quick release inspected for proper functioning and secure attachment of levers.

9. Seat clamp adjusted to correct angle and secured.

10. All component and accessory fasteners and bolts tightened and secured with Loctite as appropriate.

11. Tires inflated to correct recommended pressure.

12. Bike has been test-ridden, test-folded and quality-checked by a second mechanic.

BETTER SELECTION ONLINE?

We have a constantly changing selection of Bromptons in the shop available for immediate purchase. Many more configurations can be special ordered within about a week. We can order a bike on your behalf from the same selection and put in in your hands fully assembled, prepped and tested. (Contrary to what most manufacturers claim, bikes do not arrive at your door “fully assembled”. Even Bromptons require thorough professional assembly for longevity, and proper and safe functioning. More here.)

In fact, if you don’t need to have your new Brompton today, having us order one for you ensures you get the exact color and configuration you want within just a few days. We can further customize the bike for you once it arrives in the shop with accessories of your choice. Come in for a test ride on one of our stock Bromptons, and we can order a brand new one for you for delivery within about 10 days.

Purchasing locally means you’re investing in your local dealer, and ensuring you’ll be able to get technical support on the ground for your Brompton for many years to come.