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Like you, we think that stopping is quite important!
Brompton use different lengths of cables specific to the handle bar types:
Like you, we think that stopping is quite important!
Brompton use different lengths of cables specific to the handle bar types:
Different cable specifications / lengths are used so that the fold works properly.
In the UK - where we are based, as we drive on the left, the front brake lever is on the right and the rear is on the left (this is sometimes used as moto style - as it is also the way used on motorbikes)
If you require brake cables for a reverse set-up - with the front brake on the left, please contact us as we keep these in stock but don't currently list them - to avoid confusion
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To keep the fold of the Brompton optimal, different models of Brompton use different length brake cables - and of course the spec (or length) is different for front or rear brake
The short wheelbase version of the Brompton was discontinued approx 2004 - and the cables for these are no longer available as separate items. The short wheelbase was approx 3 cm shorter than the long wheelbase - so by using the long wheelbase rear brake cable you will just have a bit of extra slack - but it will work just fine
Current Brompton model ranges are:
What you will need to know is - handlebar type:
you will also need to know if you have standard / UK setup or EU setup:
A selection of brake pads suitable for Brompton folding bikes from the following suppliers:
Note: The Brompton pads and the Magura pads both use SwissStop BXP pads
Pretty much - yes
The current brake pads (made by SwissStop) were introduced by Brompton along with the Brompton Electric to give even better stopping power - prior to that Brompton used Fibrax Pads
Putting SwissStop BXP pads (the model used by the Brompton Electric) on any Brompton will improve the stopping (and reduce the rim wear)
Brompton Brake Levers / Calipers and small associated parts
The ‘newer’ - since 2017 brake levers have the ability to mount an integrated shifter and / or bell and / or Brompton Be Seen lights
The same caliper is used for front and rear brake - if you have an older Brompton and want a newer caliper then you will need to drill a larger hole in the rear of the fork
if you want to replace older style brakes then you may need shorter handlebar grips (depending upon handlebar type)
Pair of replacement cartridge brake pad inserts from Fibrax - compatible with the Brompton Fibrax brake holders
Brompton brake pads inserts - by SwissStop These pads will improve braking performance even on older style Brompton brake calipers.
Two pairs (4 pads in total) pack of SwissStop Original Black road brake pads High performance compound for aliminium rims.
SwissStop Magura rim brake pads (pair) - complete with black holders
SwissStop Flash Pro BXP road brake pads complete with holders (pair)
Brompton brake pads and holders (pair) These pads will improve braking performance even on older style Brompton brake calipers.
SwissStop Magura rim brake pads (pair) - complete with silver holders
Two pairs (4 pads in total) pack of SwissStop Flash Pro BXP road brake pads
Kool-Stop dual compound road brake pad inserts
Kool-Stop salmon compound road brake pad inserts
A pair of Kool-Stop brake pads complete with holders
Pair of the latest aluminium Brompton brake levers with holes for integrated shifters Colour: Silver