Brompton Brooks Saddle and Grips upgrade

[@Marco_LaGuardia]

Always the best Brompton videos! Please do a vlog about your day in the shop! It would be awesome to know more about your world!

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you so much for the kind comment! Thanks for the idea - we've gone from headless and silent videos to talkies ... real life would be another step down the road :-)

[@vigorousera]

I just realized watching these videos has the same soothing allure as watching the Great British Baking Show -- they're informative, tranquil, and gently amusing. I find myself watching them even if I already know the topic, probably as an antidote to the overstimulation of biking in NYC. Also the audio/video quality is getting noticeably better!

[@michaelhutton3642]

Just love these videos. I would watch them even if I didn't have a Brompton. It's like stress therapy.🙂

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching and for making us smile!

[@alexanderslee]

@5:06 You probably won’t do this often, but please be careful when cutting with a knife. If the blade slipped you would have effectively slit your own wrists. The angle is challenging, but I would try holding onto further down the handlebar to allow for any potential slippage. The general rule in the Boy Scouts was to cut away from you whenever possible, not towards the body.

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you for the advice and concern. Normally I would, but I do end up doing things at funny angles so I can show the steps, must keep safely at the forefront of mind! Not sure it would have been a good outage even for Halloween..

[@lynnef4228]

I’ve just applied Proofide to the top of my saddle as you did in the video. Then I read the Brooks instructions which say most of it should be applied to the underside! I need to buy more Proofide - order on its way!

[@wlieu12]

I would never buy a Brompton but I an enthralled by her fervent enthusiasm of all-things Bromptons so I watch this channel all the time.

[@Cyclingrambler]

I love these videos and the lovely presenter who is a joy to watch.

[@fumeokid]

"The only way to remove them is...destructively." I love this line! :) Great content! 👍👏

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks!!

[@sendtodenise5778]

I love your videos...very clear and you consciously speak slowly so we can catch your words. Through the end can see that putting these videos together is really hard work. Thank you

[@GG-im1cb]

I don’t know why they stopped doing the 5 speed hub, IMO it’s far better than 2 shifter 6 speed arrangement of current Brompton. Another great video thanks 👍🏻

[@iant5222]

nice one ..i use a Brooks flyer on mine and proofed it from underneath as I was worried about it staining my pants! The clip is a "spa cycles Brompton clip"for £2

[@tj-kv6vr]

my 72 yr old butt loves my Brooks saddle. It was pre- softened, nice out of the box

[@john3892]

The ‘clever little clip’, to prevent the fold-under, hit the market a long time ago - years before Brompton belatedly came up with the complicated design which is now fitted as standard. I bought a couple. Within 6 months of regular commuting metal fatigue had written both of them off. As ever, Brompton took years to produce an expensive solution, but it is reliable, durable and well-engineered.

[@johnsmng]

Great video but aren’t we suppose to apply proofile to the underside of the saddle as well?

[@brilliantbikes]

Yes absolutely! Thanks for watching and for the comment

[@davidpowell5437]

If you need one of those rear triangle clips try Spa Cycles (Harrogate and on line). I used to wonder what they were all about - I hadn't realised that early bikes didn't lock open!

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for watching and pointing people in the right direction

[@kevinthomson6324]

Outtakes are hilarious great video!

[@lonestarlaurel]

Making it all look so easy and doable. Thanks!

[@ianjenkinson3585]

How much vibration do the handle grips absorb? I find that the old foam rubber grips transmit too much vibration into my hand causing arthritic pain in my thumb/wrist. Any suggestions?

[@micky7028]

Great video as usual, just a note I bought a new saddle last week but it came from Italy so there no longer hand built in the UK and are owned by selle royal now...

[@ElburroE]

GREAT video! Just what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@brilliantbikes]

So glad it was useful and thank you for watching!

[@stolenorange]

I have a short wheelbase Brompton. I'd like to see more videos with Blue in as I know very little about them.

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching and for the question, is there anything in particular you’d like us to focus on.

[@stolenorange]

Thanks ​@brilliantbikes . Any upkeep of the bike would be interesting as I hear they are a bit different in size here and there. The T5 Sturmey hub - are they easy to mend? I actually have a T3 but fortunately it doesn't need anything changing except a broken plastic pedal!

[@danielrushton2090]

Really enjoyed your video.thanks.what cycling top are you wearing and are there mens equivalent makes please?

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you for watching and for the question. It’s a Lululemon top given to me when I rode the BC Bike Race 😊

[@flpirate4565]

Always look forward to your videos. Brooks are the best. Thank you.

[@brilliantbikes]

Glad you like them and for your feedback Thank you for watching (yet again) and the kind comment

[@Alex-tv3qo]

Thank you! Could you please make a video regarding your experience with continental tires? Are you still satisfied? Could it replace the marathon plus? Thanks. A frog :)

[@robertoaxelciarelli424]

Tips on how to adjust your bike seat? Thank you!

[@cirodirosa6752]

Great video. Interesting ...on your Brooks sporty riding choice on a tight base / M-Type Brompton. I love my B17 Black with my 2015 M-Type Brompton. I even find it's a tad too narrow for my liking. I'm looking forward to a JOSEPH KUOSAC - Ergonomic - MID-RISE Handlebar upgrade to lower my posture just a little bit and make (I suspect) the B17 fit better.

[@sheilastallard]

Could never get on with a Brooks saddle (b 17). Should you have done the underneath as well?, Best upgrade that we have done is a rear view mirror mainly because we are both over 65 and the neck is getting a little stiff to look back!. Keep Safe!

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for watching and the comments We will do the underside before taking Blue out again - we were saving that for our "how to look after your Brooks saddle video" We like the Garmin radar rear light - it shows on the computer (on the bars) any approaching cars - and flashes brighter (for the benefit of the car) as the car approaches - saves a stiff neck too :-) Stay safe!

[@brightlightdun]

She well deserves the upgrades.

[@platypushatstand]

No O-rings under the pentaclip? Keep hold of that old seatpost extender you removed as they’re in demand yet no longer made. I’d’ve added Brooks GP-1 grips (as previously mentioned), modern brake levers and Joseph Kuosac mid-riser handlebar (bar width shortened as necessary).

[@themadscotsman2159]

I've found on a previous bike that these type of grips with the metal sleeve you tighten on have a tendency to slip if you lean on then too much, when going up a big hill for example and for fear of rounding off the tiny grub screws one cannot tighten them too much. Instead of buying leather grips for my B75, I stitched some leather sleeves around the rubber grips, time will tell if it was a good idea or not. I'm pondering getting a brooks saddle for mine but I don't think they make them in many colours other than black and brown, will need to go browsing.

[@kings.kards08]

love this channel !

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@sendtodenise5778]

I have a leather Brook seat... the parts especially the hooks for the bag got rust. How do i care for them.? You mention too there is lacing? Can you explain further. Thank you

[@obg6446]

Just ordered my new brompton with a Brook seat and grips, only downside is have to wait until February for delivery.

[@Caroline604]

Where did you order your brompton from?

[@micky7028]

It will be worth the wait my friend.

[@ajaymistry1414]

Would be interested to know how the grips have been over time? I’ve seen others saying the leather unravels quite quickly!

[@frankhooper7871]

Any thoughts on sprung vs unsprung Brooks saddles? I have a Brooks on my standard Brompton and a standard Brompton saddle on my new e-Brompton. I find the standard saddle "OK", but less comfortable than the leather Brooks, so may consider upgrading at some point.

[@paulwoo804]

What is the correct size (130/130 vs. 130/100 vs. 100/100) for the grips to fit the latest gen Brompton with a S and M handler bar?

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for the question. It depends on the handle bar type, 130mm is fine for the s-type and new m-type (post 2017), however pre-2017 and the B75 need to have the 100mm grips due to the high rise bars

[@paulwoo804]

@@brilliantbikes Thank you, and should people go 130/130 or 130/100 grips on the new M handle bar?

[@chrispig7748]

I had to tighten the pentaclip a lot to stop my new seat moving. It would tip backwards

[@podrugiejstronie7006]

Do you know when it will finally be possible to buy a new Brompton again?

[@ericfaragh]

Nice video. Easier to Proofide the underneath of the saddle before you fit it, though.

[@nancymckittrick5230]

Unbelievable! This is only your second video that I have watched. And darn if we don’t have the Exact same Blues... how do you rate the new accessories?

[@track1009]

What other colours are there ? And did you get them from Brompton ? 🤔...🙂

[@edphi]

How do I buy that colorful tail on the saddle ?

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for the question! It’s the laces that come with the saddle, this one: brilliantbikes.co.uk/saddles/3649-brooks-b17-narrow-carved-saddle-black.html Thank you for watching!

[@christianhang]

No seat post O-rings? 🤔 Great video as always 🤗

[@stegingeorge8861]

Super.... your channel is awesome..... very inspiring and interesting

[@ajaymistry1414]

Lovely video as always. How do you find that saddle for carrying the bike? Love the handlebars also!

[@CrappyProducts]

With so many saddle types out there, how did you managed to find the one type that you think it's more comfortable?

[@wlieu12]

the way that it folds if you lift it: seems like a design flaw and an accident waiting to happen. like if you do bunny hop the bike folds up in midair...

[@Vegline]

Love your jacket. What brand?

[@andythousand345]

Great video as always.

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks again Andy!

[@tjc89]

Can you do the post 2017 handlebars and 130mm grips?

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for your question and for watching. If you mean can you fit the 130 mm on post 2017 bars, then yes

[@tjc89]

@@brilliantbikes no I meant can you do a video for the current bromptpn fitting the 130mm grips?

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for the clarification In fact, that was our plan for this weekend instagram.com/p/CJl2RkNAsi3/?igshid=1fof4wk97y9d1 Now to actually do it!!

[@tjc89]

@@brilliantbikes cheers! Just done mine but not perfect. Also fitting the light that goes on the bracket that replaces the reflector would be good OR good back lights for Brooks B17 as can't use the cateye one I now have

[@steveavery4453]

I think one simple upgrade would be to install the rear mud flap that is now on newer Bromptons with mud guards.

[@tjc89]

What back lights fit a Brooks B17?

[@7in1]

I am finding this grips steel parts are too cold to touch

[@ianholmes450]

What is the jacket that your wearing?

[@devjon123]

Oh No! The Brooks logo on the grip ends isn't parallel with the ground...

[@rizanalcantara8625]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@motomoto898]

Thanks for the video! I would really like to see the “ how to care for your brooks saddle” video. My brooks saddle is in need much TLC.

[@handsonbrompton7875]

👍

[@macanic5161]

Unfortunately, these grips did not convince me at all, I never felt comfortable, especially on longer rides. They are hard and will remain so. An aluminum core wrapped with leather strap - grips without any padding are probably not everyone’s cup of tea. I finally replaced them with the much more comfortable Brooks Ergon GP1 grips.

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for watching and the great feedback on the Brooks Slender grips To be honest these were more to make Blue look better - she's not a workhorse bike - and for the convenience of the right grip length. Previously we had fitted GP1's (not leather) cut to size with a sharp knife to fit the older style bars. Our main Bromptons have a mixture of Ergon grips (GA2 and GP1) - these are comfortable for long rides

[@spadeofspades]

You need to oil the saddle more on the inside than outside.

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for watching, paying attention and the great tip about the Proofide We plan to do a more detailed maintenance video for the Brooks saddle at some point in the near future (including full Proofide use and re-lacing the carved saddle with blue laces to match the bike) - we just didn't want this one to be too long

[@donwright3427]

Brookes saddle good but they need breaking in as the older they gets the more comfy they are.

[@CosgroveNotts]

Haha, I remember the days when a Brooks seat was standard on a bicycle.

[@pepstaarrs]

Brooks is great... but, your accent is better!!! :)

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching! And for making me smile!

[@pepstaarrs]

It's a pleasure to listen to a person who can speak English like Queen Elizabeth II...@@brilliantbikes

[@neillmorris1469]

The parents of John Boultbee Brooks the founder of Brooks Saddles are buried in my local cemetary.

[@brilliantbikes]

Oh that’s a god bit of history- whereabouts are you based?

[@neillmorris1469]

@@brilliantbikes Hinckley ,Leics, there is actually a bike shop on "Brooks yard" were John's father had his tannery.

[@tikkathreebarrels]

White, red and.... turquoise:-) Whose national flag has turquoise please madam? Ooh, what lovely grips.... love your karate chop gestures - very stylish, what are those exciting red white and turquoise things for? Just to dangle under your er... saddle? I'm sold hahahahaha. And the funniest outtakes on youtube this month.

[@mouselim72]

OMG! The saddle positioning is based on what she likes the saddle position to be?!

[@chrisiden]

£55 grips. Don't seem great value compared to a saddle to me

[@KVMerry]

Who cares about box and paper?

[@brilliantbikes]

Thanks for watching! Some people love the experience of opening a new product, for them that will be nice