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Brompton Bicycle Limited is the world famous manufacturer of folding bicycles, now based in Greenford, West London
In 2010 Brompton produced 28000 bicycles (75% for the export Market) and are now the UKs largest bicycle manufacturer.
At the heart of the company is making a bloody good bike - says MD Will Butler-Adams. We don't need to say more.
The Brompton timeline
2018
New M-type / H-type / S-type lock on grips - the old foam ones are re-named superlight
(The new grips are only for 2017 onwards M/H type handlebars)
2017
New low-rise M and H type handlebars introduced - these have less flex than the previous version
Along with the new handlebars come new brakes, lock on grips and shifters which integrate into the brake levers
2015
Brompton introduces relatively small changes this year. There are new frame colours and a seatpost height remembering device - so you don't have to guess your perfect ride height.
2014
Brompton introduced more colour with a wider range of colours for mini O and Ortlieb Bags, black and white (in addition to silver) mudguards introduced, coloured handlebar grips available for the M and S type handlebars and coloured saddles.
2013
Brompton upgrades brake levers, a new spider crank chainset with changeable chainwheels, moves from ISO to JIS bottom bracket and introduces new double walled rims for the wheels
2012
Brompton launches the H type with a higher ride position and Mini Ortlieb bags
Late 2012 sees the launch of the stylish Brompton tool kit - which fits inside the bicycle frame
2010
Brompton receives the Queens award for international trade and Queens award for innovation
2009
Andrew Ritchie receives the Prince Phillip designers prize
Brompton Wide Range Hub (BWR) introduced - with a 302% range
Satin finish introduced across the whole range
2007
Rear frame clip introduced - also available as a retro fit table kit for older Bromptons
2005
S-type (sports / straight) and P Type handlebars introduced
Superlight upgrade launched - including alloy headset, titanium forks, rear frame, pedal bolt and mudguard stays.
2004
Long wheelbase and improved hinge joints introduced
2002
The Brompton 2 sprocket derailleur system introduced, giving the option of 2 and 6 speed models.
2000
Mark 3 models introduced - better componentry all round
1995
Brompton receives Queens award for export
1987
Brompton goes into full time production
1981
First 30 Brompton bikes produced to order
1976
Brompton Bicycle is registered as a limited company
1975
Andrew Ritchie begins designing a folding bike in his flat, overlooking the Brompton Oratory
Brompton 12 tooth rear sprocket 2mm, 2/1-spd, 3/32" chain, Shimano
Brompton 13 tooth rear sprocket 3mm for 3 speed sturmey archer 1/8" (wide) chain, ISO (three) splines
Brompton 13 tooth rear sprocket 3mm for 3 speed Sturmey Archer and SACHS/SRAM 6-speed with 3/32" chain
Brompton 2017 onwards handlebar grips - 130mm lock on style - black
Brompton 13T rear sprocket 3.1mm for BWR 6 speed, 3/32" chain, Shimano splines
Brompton 14 tooth rear sprocket 3mm for 3 speed sturmey archer 1/8" (wide) chain, ISO (three) splines
Brompton 14 tooth rear sprocket 3mm for 3 speed sturmey archer and SRAM 6-speed and 3/32" chain, ISO (three) splines
Brompton 15 tooth rear sprocket 2mm for SRAM 6-speed 3/32" chain ISO
Brompton standard front wheel with double wall rim
Introduced in 2013, this Brompton double wall wheel rim (size 16 x 1 3/8" or ETRTO 349) has 28 spoke holes which are drilled at an angle for extra strength. Note: For use on rear Brompton (Sturmey Archer or SRAM) hub gear wheels only.
Brompton 16 x 1 3/8" double wall wheel rim (ETRTO 349), 28 holes Spoke holes are straight drilled. For use on front wheels or rear single / two speed wheels only.
Brompton 16 x 1 3/8" wheel rim (ETRTO 349), 28 holes This is the pre-2013 single wall rim (shortly to be discontinued)