Just over three years ago I rebuilt a Mk2 1990’s SWB Brompton
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/another-brompton-project.257797/
As soon as I sold it I regretted it and I’ve been on the hunt for a suitable replacement since the beginning of this year. On Friday one popped up just down the road In Newbury. It is a later (2011) version which I wanted, very scruffy and neglected but very sensible money.
I‘ve already been on Brilliant Bikes website and spent just over £70 on the bits it needs (edit, this was just the start!), and also picked up a cheap set of new Marathons off eBay. (Removed from a brand new bike)
This should be a nice easy project, mainly a lot of elbow grease! it rides surprisingly well - I will be doing the front basket mod again and I’ve already got a nice vintage Brooks B17 ready to fit.
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/another-brompton-project.257797/
As soon as I sold it I regretted it and I’ve been on the hunt for a suitable replacement since the beginning of this year. On Friday one popped up just down the road In Newbury. It is a later (2011) version which I wanted, very scruffy and neglected but very sensible money.
I‘ve already been on Brilliant Bikes website and spent just over £70 on the bits it needs (edit, this was just the start!), and also picked up a cheap set of new Marathons off eBay. (Removed from a brand new bike)
This should be a nice easy project, mainly a lot of elbow grease! it rides surprisingly well - I will be doing the front basket mod again and I’ve already got a nice vintage Brooks B17 ready to fit.
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