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Brompton C Line 6-Speed Folding Bike

  • Wheel Size: 16 inches
  • Size: Low
  • Item Weight: 26.4 pounds
  • Minimum User Height: 55.2 inches

Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A premium folding bike that owners describe as worth the price for daily multimodal commuting, less so if you need a bike for long rides or steep climbs.

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ASIN: B0DSQ6D3FGModel: C Line 6-SpeedCategory: Folding Bikes

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Overview

The C Line 6-Speed is Brompton's hand-brazed steel frame folding bike, built in London, folding to a locked package in under 20 seconds and weighing 26.4 lbs with a 7-year frame warranty.

The price sits well above typical folding bikes, but owners consistently frame it as buying design engineering and build quality rather than just a bike.

  • Hand-brazed steel frame, built in London
  • Folds to a locked package in under 20 seconds
  • 26.4 lbs with a 7-year frame warranty
  • Choice of Low, Mid, or High handlebar position

Who it's for

Suits city commuters who combine cycling with transit, storage under a desk, or car trips, where the fold matters as much as the ride.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Folds and unfolds in under 20 seconds once familiar with it
  • No assembly beyond attaching the saddle
  • 7-year frame warranty with responsive customer service reported
  • Compact enough to carry like a small suitcase
Cons
  • Priced well above typical folding bikes
  • Gear changes take more getting used to than standard road gearing
  • One reviewer found rust on the inner tube on arrival

Where it stands among folding bikes

  • #1 most-searched brand and model of the 11 folding bikes lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 38 folding bikes we list; not a test result.

Specifications

BrandBrompton
ModelC Line 6-Speed
Dimensions & fit
Wheel Size16 incheslower than 83% of 37 folding bikes
SizeLow
Item Weight26.4 pounds
Minimum User Height55.2 incheslower than 76% of 22 folding bikes
Maximum Weight Recommendation242 pounds
Wheel Width1.3 inches
Capacity & performance
Number Of Speeds6
Bicycle Drivetrain TypeChain Drive
Bicycle Gear Shifter TypeTrigger
Age Range DescriptionAdult
Power & efficiency
Power SourceCorded Electric
Construction & materials
Frame Material TypeChromoly Steel
Wheel MaterialAluminum
Seat MaterialFaux Leather
Fender MaterialPlastic
ColorRacing Green
Included components
Unit Count1
Warranty & support
Warranty Description7 years
Warranty TypeExtended
Other details
Brake StyleCaliper
Suspension TypeRigid
Bike TypeCommuting Bike, Folding Bike
Intended Riding TerrainPaved Roads, Urban Terrain
Derailleur ConfigurationRear
Is Assembly RequiredNo
Skill LevelBeginner To Advanced
Style NameUrban
Model Year2024
ThemeCommuter, Travel, Urban
Number of Handles1

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  • Wheel Size 16 vs 20 inches (-20%)
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  • Maximum Weight Recommendation 242 vs 220 pounds (+10%)
  • Wheel Size 16 vs 20 inches (-20%)
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Frequently asked questions

How fast does the Brompton C Line 6-Speed fold?

Owners report folding and unfolding in under 20 seconds, sometimes closer to 15 seconds, once they are used to the mechanism.

Does it need assembly on arrival?

No, beyond attaching the saddle it is ready to ride.