Do you need a Bike Rack for your Brompton?

[@die-grosse-Muehle]

Thank you very much for showing in detail how you installed the rack, it helped me a lot!! I also purchased this rack and have installed it today. In my opinion, the better place to install the upper front part of the rack is instead of the reflector which I removed and installed at the rack instead. In this case the place needed is nutral and the rack is more level. I choose this rack instead of the original Brompton rack because I could leave the original mud guard and did not have to remove the back wheel in the installation process. I do not need the rack for luggage but to move the folded bike around.

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

I have given mine a double wheel on my mudguard and an axle extender from carbon and alu, which is down to I think 66 gram! My bike is now close to 9 kilo and still with 6 gears! I have an extra, Dutch bracket for protecting my end on the front mudguard and holding the flap. Finn. Denmark

[@Mirrorstar]

The rubber thingy on the brake assembly function is to push against the seat stem to stop the rear wheel dropping down when you lift the bike folded. If the seat stem is raised and you lift the bike. The rear wheel will drop.

[@AndorinSt]

Thanks for making this video. I had bought the "UIKEEYUIS Folded Luggage Carrier Polished Reusable Handbag Rear Rack Holder with Wheels Replacement for Brompton, Black" from Amazon for £37 but it came with no instructions at all. Followed this and it seems to have worked fine. A few problems that I had with the installation. 1) I had to remove the little wheel at the back of the mudrack. This was a bit fiddly. I wound up having to remove the whole mudrack so that I could do it. So if you have a wheel at the back of the mudrack I suggest doing this before installation. I put on some locktite on the little bolts when I reinstalled the arms of the mudrack. 2) Wasn't obvious to me why the reflector was being removed, when I was that being done in the video. Was a bit fiddly then reinstalling it onto the rack... I had to go find my torque wrench to enable that to be done. 3) Didn't have a metric spanner set for removing the big rear bolt, which attaches the brakes. Bought some metric spanners to enable this to be done. Thanks!

[@NoZenith]

"Lower Stop Disk". Your seat post sits against it when you're folded and the seatpost is all the way down. This is how the bike stays folded when you pick it up when the seat is down and why it comes unfolded when you pick it up with the seat extended.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks, good to know

[@TR4zest]

It should be adjusted so that when folded, there is a 1-2mm gap between the lower stop disc and the seat post.

[@Flysarse]

! If you intend to fit a kick stand which is more than useful if you tour with a rucksack attached. You need some 80mm diameter roller wheels to clear the fold.

[@simongee8928]

We have two Bromptons and chose not to have the racks put on. The main reason is that if you have a bag on the rack, then it will have to be removed before the back wheel can be flipped under allowing the bike to freestand. Thus if you flip the back wheel even occasionally, this is an issue. The front bags do us very nicely for our everyday shopping / carrying needs. 😁

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

I have two racks, from titanium. A short triangle and a longer square version, which I have never mounted on my bike! Normally a T bag in front is what I need on my 2019 Superlight, so I have never missed them. Finn. Denmark

[@MaxG-fr]

Cobalt Blue looks so great ! I'm actually glad it wasn't available when I ordered mine, choosing between it and cloud blue (which I love too, and went for) would have been near impossible

[@bikenomic1363]

Hope the bike is working out for you🙂

[@alexmorgan3435]

I have the same rack but black. I think I paid about £65 off Amazon as well. One of the main reasons I got this rack is that the rear mudguard kept splitting as it is NOT strong enough to support the bike when folding and folded. I think I had to replace it several in times as it doesn't last long. It is the only bad point of the Brompton if you don't have a rack. The single little wheel on the top of the rear mudguard on the M6L is rubbish. Anyway the other thing I wanted to say was ideally you need to fit the mudguard which is specifically for a rack. It does not have the side stays but a bracket to attach to the rack to secure it in place. It looks far neater as well than the non rack version with side stays. A new rear mudguard is only about £12. Also I never used those Ezy wheels that came with the rack. They looked crap to me. So I bought some Joseph Kuosac ones from SJS cycles which are far more robust and have been brilliant. They are expensive but worth every penny. I bought x2 pairs so I have them at the back and front of the rack. I have had a lot of weight on the rack and it has performed faultlessly. I also got the Ezy wheel extender which extends one of the wheels nearest the seat post out by around 5-6" making the bike A LOT more stable when fully or partially folded. Again a must do upgrade. I got the extender off Amazon as well for about £20 I think. The one I got is fortunately of very good quality. Worth every penny. I would also recommend fitting an SP dynamo front hub and SuperNova front and rear dynamo lights which are bright!!! I was always very sceptical of dynamo lights but modern ones are so good now. They are literally fit and forget and always work so you don't have to worry about remembering lights or making sure you have fully charged batteries before you set off if you are going to need lights later in your ride or later in the day. I am now a convert.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks, yes the wheels were awful. Thanks for the light tip may well look I to👍

[@alexthurrell]

Good video, I was worried about the grease getting on the carpet, but I think you got away with it. I have the official Brompton black rack, which I think goes better with my black edition Brompton. Your one looks good though. I also think they help protect the mudguards from scuffs and scratches when you fold them over.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks, will give a final view in a couple of months. Carpets did survive!

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

@@bikenomic1363 You are able to buy some interlocking, square, soft plates to use on the floor, as a workplace. Most likely in a toolshop, equipment store or the like. Not to drop oil or stuff on a otherwise nice place.

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

I found a similar titanium version rack? I, as an owner of a "Lightweight", of course have bought one of those, though I regret not having found a black version, as the rest of my bike. And the "stopper" is for the seat post not falling through, and for a price, you may buy one stopper from carbon and titanium.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks for the comments and now know what the stopper Is for 👍

[@soldierloz]

You should put a set of Oxelo skate wheels on the rack and frame. The thing will take off!

[@bikenomic1363]

I do need to upgrade these soon

[@KevBautista]

Hello! I wanted to drop a message that I read somewhere that replacing the wheels with non-OEM, i.e., skate wheels may destroy the welds on the bike frame, or the rack itself. The idea is that OEM wheels are meant to break when the weight put on them is greater than it can handle. The opposite happens to skate wheels are they are more resilient to stress, and just transfers the pressure to the metal. Apologies if I rambled, but I only wanted to help and I felt compelled to tell you that when I read your comment. Happy biking!

[@soldierloz]

​@@KevBautista Yes this is what i have heard. In fact, as a result i opted to put the originals back on. I will say that the Oxelo wheels i had really rolled well and made it so much easier to push but the risk outweighed their use. I guess it depends how likely anyone is to drop their bike. Enjoy!

[@princessleiathemaltese5571]

thank you for the video. can you add a link on where to buy the rack?

[@lren2022]

Looks a good product. Thank you for the video, most helpful. 👍

[@gw4550]

Great vlog. Thanks man. Take care of yourself ✌🏽

[@RyanS-iq1wj]

So... what are the reasons for in installing a bike rack?

[@effyleven]

Excellent video. Your presentation style is very amenable and encouraging. Thanks. :-) I might very well get one of those. I think it looks better than Brompton's own... less clunky. Although, I think I would add some "Snelbinders" (Dutch type elastic luggage straps.) Quick question: What happened to the rear reflector?l

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks, much appreciated. I think I will have to take the wheel off the mudguard to fit the reflector, should have mentioned that. Thanks for the luggage strap tip may well look into them.

[@MichelLoyoddin]

Thanks for the video! are there any new changes that you would add to your experience with the ACE rack? Are the wheels still ok? What about steps? I suppose you cannot use the Brompton straps with it. I was thinking to order some. Is there any suitable alternative? Thanks Michel

[@freedomformen2548]

Looks great 👍💯

[@hanoradoyle]

Can u fit this rack to a C Brompton ? ,🎉are some makes of Brompton incompatable with this rack .Love your videos .Thank you .

[@allencruise6299]

Thanks for sharing this video. I'm almost convinced to install a rack on my M6L. It adds functionality to our beloved Bs.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks, will post a follow up video in a few months to see it it really is worth the price.

[@allencruise6299]

Please do, I'll wait for your real world review.

[@mpg1fam]

Yes yes we need some real test drive with this setup good sir 🙌🏻

[@ab935]

I had 2 mini q's fail. It was the part on the back where the screws go in on both of them. Now I have one that uses a threaded rod on the back. I use mine as a shopping cart also, so I replaced the flimsy wheels with skate wheels. Works good.

[@tumadoireacht]

It would be worth welding up a few oneself ?

[@bikenomic1363]

If I had the skills would do it👍

[@justcommenting4981]

How did you get that stopper off? Just bare hand twisting?

[@justcommenting4981]

I got it. Had to use some flat tipped plyers.

[@DaveWarnock]

I didn't catch why you decided to add a rack, you said you were going to say why at the end but I think you missed that out?

[@curiositycloset2359]

I think it's an implied English irony.

[@justcommenting4981]

For stability.

[@williamferguson869]

Hi, what do you use to protect your paint from being rubbed of by the cables?

[@irongoatrocky2343]

theres a video out there where a guy uses 3m clear polymer auto paint protector tape for that in various areas around the Brompton......plus in addition a use a spiral cable wrap as well for cable management and to clean up the looks as well

[@tito2928]

It looks great

[@romanbolgar]

Интересно подойдёт такой багажник к МТБ чтобы его можно было ставить вертикально

[@angsoon5982]

I need it for Dahon

[@edwardaquino1325]

When folded, the stopper prevents the bike from unfolding when you lift it up.

[@bikenomic1363]

Thanks much appreciated

[@rollingthunder4]

I would consider adding an EZ wheel extender, I have them on mine, it extends the wheel base by about 6" and makes the Brommie much more stable when partly folded.....

[@bikenomic1363]

This is definately on the shopping list 👍

[@taber247]

At that price I would have expected Titanium not Aluminium alloy. And, hoped for a bit more floor clearance, wheels are unnecessarily set down a bit. I have the extender X roller on the rear Triangel and Eazy wheels, there and on the standard Brompton rear rack.. Looking at Omin Wheels for easier steering in supermarkets. See someone else has answered the Stop disc question, it only needs a mm or to clearence from the seatpost when the bike is folded. Take care Regards Colin

[@bikenomic1363]

Take your point. I am waiting to give a final view after using for a few months. But it is definately better than some of the cheaper ones I viewed but worth the money? Will update

[@TR4zest]

There looks to be plenty of clearance, even on a piled carpet.

[@presonusfirepod]

Did you open a ziplock bag with scissors?

[@indoaryndo1775]

🤭🤣🤣

[@irongoatrocky2343]

what no Litepro Wheel Extender? also Litepro makes a seat post wheel for the base of the seat post as well.....keeps it from dragging/scraping the ground when the seat is down! note: when fixed it will just go up in the tube when you raise the seat!

[@bikenomic1363]

All good suggestion thanks. When upgrading will be sure to post about these.

[@RichardPCUK]

Out of interest, why didn't you go for the offical Brompton rack? It doesn't cost much more. Any benefits to the one you chose?

[@bikenomic1363]

Initially, and superficially, likes the styling, satin finish and the vertical supports. But it was a gamble. Will use for a while before giving a full endorsement or otherwise 🤞

[@ChickenRun2022]

Thanks for the video. I'm looking at a rack alternative to the Brompton's own for weight. Looking forward to your update.

[@razihussin5203]

I reckon the original rack though stiffer it is heavier than the third party rack?i bought 1 similar to in this vid n i have to say..though im tempted to buy the original one but here in malaysia it cost 4 time than the 3rd party rack n heavier too..after installing it..im pretty satisfied with it..im not gonna put something so heavy on it but i saw in anotjer vid the load ca be up to 20kg for the 3rd party..thats heavy..

[@razihussin5203]

May i also suggest that u put the rack inside the frame not on top of the mudguard stay set for a much tidy installation

[@slicedpage]

@@razihussin5203 yes it is very shabby

[@mandapuspi]

Aceoffix is quite a big and reputable brand, actually.

[@jonsmith6605]

Just answer the question that the title of the video asks....you video describes how to unpack and fit s Brompton rack ..the rack should already have been installed and you compare luggage storage for Brompton bikes..

[@bikenomic1363]

Maybe answered in the follow up....👍

[@dant.6364]

Joh sounds so demanding and entitled lol.

[@harrypressman2]

Might I suggest you add a dab of loctite to your easy wheels so they don't loosen off and go on their merry way. Don't ask me how I know this.

[@heldy882000]

why don't you clean the bike first? it's so dirty and on top of the carpets.

[@bikenomic1363]

Was in a rush, and weather bad outside, not to be done often 👍

[@josephd9079]

it should be about 300 grams should have gone for the q mini rack its 140grams and remove the mudguards it will reduce more weight :)

[@VincePatron]

I'm concered that there is no steel insert in the wheels. It looked like it was just a hole in the aluminum wheel that spins over the threads of the screw. That would wear out quickly vs the real Brompton version with steel inserts in a plastic wheel and then steel inserts on over the screw threads so it spins steel on steel, not steel threads into aluminum.

[@duhnboa5447]

No, I don't think I need to bike rack for my bicycle. I wouldn't even know where to bike rack around here, never mind the legality. Apart from my dumb pun, I'd like to say I expected more of an answer to the question you pose in the video title, to be honest.

[@ggetoile]

Few hundred grams!? I thought you said 93 pounds!?? “Drrrrooom--Schteee”--Comedy “Drum--Cymbal” followed by dumb American Laugh Track…..