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Here are 10 easy-to-implement bike hacks to get the most out of your Brompton folding bike.
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In the last video, I showed you six accessories you can get for your Brompton. Some of those really make your ride more convenient, but still, cost you some money. Today I will do something a bit different and share 10 Brompton hacks that will make your life easier, for free. Most of them, you can do with supplies you probably have at home.
When going for a bike ride, people usually carry a pack of tools, in case they get a flat tire, or the brakes run out of adjustment. These packs usually consist of tire levers, a patch kit, an extra tube, a pump, a multi tool and some cash. Carrying this tool bag every time you go out for a ride can be quite inconvenient. But well, you do not need that on the Brompton. This bike has an air pump that sits attached to the rear triangle and a toolkit that is stored inside of the bike frame. The only piece that is missing here is an extra inner tube. We can, however, store a spare tube on the other side of the top tube. To do that, first grab a new Brompton inner tube and remove it from its packaging. We are going to have to fold it in half, but we do not want to do it like this. We want to keep it laterally symmetric when it is folded, so the result should look something like this. Make sure you keep the valve pointing straight out, and not to the side. Then, use some PVC film you may have in your kitchen to press it as tight as possible. It may help to have an extra pair of hands here if anyone is around to assist you. Once you are done with that, use some tape to prevent the film from unrolling. Finally, we are going to insert it into the frame. Notice how the inner tube has a curvature that kind of matches the curvature of the frame. This is the orientation we want to insert it into the top tube. If we flip it vertically, the curvature of the inner tube will not match the curvature of the frame, and the inner tube can get stuck in there. Now, insert the tube into the bike with the valve pointing outwards. If you’re afraid the tube will slide in or get stuck in there, you can also use a string to connect it to the clamp bolt, like this, and prevent the tube from going too deep into the bike frame. I personally do not use a string myself, since I can just tilt the bike and the valve will stick right out. The inner tube actually slides quite easily inside of the frame if you tilt the bike back and forth. You may be concerned about the inner tube getting damaged, but it has not happened to me, and my last inner tube was in perfect condition after over a year of being kept inside of the frame like this.
The second hack is for those of you who do not own the Brompton toolkit, and are willing to accept an improvised solution. Just grab two tire levers, a cheap small multi tool, a patch kit and a small Ziploc bag. Put everything in the Ziploc bag as tight as possible. Now put it in front portion of the frame, where the original Brompton toolkit would go. Keep in mind that it may fall out while transporting the bike with the frame open, so you can use a piece of electrical tape to prevent the tools from falling out. It does not look good but, well, you have got yourself a hack.
Now, since we are talking about storing stuff inside of the bike, there is a bit more we can do. Zip ties can come quite handy when improvising solutions on the bike. And so is some duct tape and some electrical tape. So, let us keep them in the bike as well. Grab an old pen you will not need anymore, remove the cap and the cartridge. Now, wrap some tape around it. You can use different kinds of tape if you want. If you ever need a piece while on the road, you just have to unroll the amount you need. You can also stick some zip ties in it. Again, put it in a Ziploc bag, along with some extra, larger zip ties. Now, lower the seat post and remove the lower cap and shove it all in there. Fit the cap back into place. If you ever need a zip tie or some extra strong tape, you know where to find it.
You may be curious to know why I have a wire running across the seat post. Well, both my front and rear lights are powered by my dynamo hub, and I decided to install a second rear light closer to the saddle. It is connected to the main rear light in parallel, and the cable runs from underneath the bike, up the seat post and into the rear light. I attached the light to the telescopic seat post clamp using, you guessed it, a zip tie.
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[@londy1234]

I don’t know if it has been mentioned, but puting a small magnet to the plastic bag with tools will prevent the bag from falling when the bike is disassembled.

[@Muddy283]

You don't need to fold and tape the inner tube. Stick it fully extended into the frame tube (with the valve remaining at the front), push it right back and then wedge the valve against the protruding bit that the frame clamp screws into. The fact that it is fully lengthwise squeezes it so the valve pushes against that protruding bit. That way the inner tube never gets lost at the back of the frame tube. I've done this for several years now and I've never had a problem.

[@michaelthibault7930]

An alternative to polyethylene film: heat-shrink tubing. Essentially a thermoplastic tube, delivered in flattened form (like the new inner tube), and available in different widths (and colours). Get a size (width) large enough to easily accommodate a new inner tube and apply heat to the heat-shrink tubing. You can massage the works while getting to the maximum shrunk size -- if you're wearing gloves-- , so as to produce a more uniformly cylindrical finished product. You don't _have_ to shrink it fully; you can choose to get it 'snug', and later re-fill and re-shrink to get a second use out of the heat-shrink tubing (it's not cheap). And, of course, you don't need to use a length of the tubing equal to the folded length of the inner tube -- you can use several short sections, if you want to pinch pennies. Multiple short sections makes the finished product more flexible and more easily installed in the frame. Short sections also makes it easier to break down the whole when needed.

[@itsfahys]

Ingenious Hacks. Got me thinking about my own bikes now.

[@nicktrieu8129]

I'm not a Brompton bike owner yet but since watching your channel I'm a fan of your and the bike!

[@EverydayCycling]

Thank you, Nick!

[@Ankataa]

Great video! Thanks! Didn't realize that you could take the cap off the bottom of the seatpost. I also like the inner tube placement and the wrapping of tape around a pen trick!

[@EverydayCycling]

I'm glad you liked it!

[@roddymacd6284]

I have the Dimpa ikea bag lined on one side with a cutdown camping sleeping mat. I stuck it in with double sided tape. Just so it wouldn't damage anything while laying down on its side.

[@beardedknits]

Can't link it but brilliantbikes have a video on how to change tyres without using tyre levers and I can vouch it works

[@effyleven]

I too carry a flattened plastic bag as back-up carrying capacity. However, an alternative way to mount the bag when it is called into use, is to hang it directly over the top of the saddle such that you can sit on its handles and let the bag hang down behind. This keeps the handlebars free, and, unless you have a particularly sensitive tush, you won't even know it's there! I use this method for the light but bulky stuff, say a box of cornflakes, or some paper kitchen rolls. Of course, the length of the seat tube leaves lots of space for a carrier bag to hang down unobstructed, so this idea works rather better on a Brompton than on a bike with normal-sized wheels. Note: I have not had any trouble with heelstrike, and the lack of a rack is not a problem, either. In fact, the simple act of hanging a carrier bag on the saddle was one of my most useful Brompton ideas.

[@mikeclare5907]

as a Brompton person really enjoyed your video and found it very useful. Regards Mike, County Durham UK

[@nateums]

If you don’t want to use tape to keep stuff in the front inner tube you can use rubber gloves 🧤 to keep things in there

[@monowheeling]

For using the zip tie during the tire montage: you can unzip a zip tie using a small screwdriver that unlocks the zip, so you don't need to destroy the zip tie.

[@EverydayCycling]

That's true!

[@michaelthibault7930]

The zip tie should be unnecessary: the bead you're trying to seat on the bead seat of the rim, by hoiking it up over the rim, is exactly the same diameter as the bead seat, but -- conveniently -- it's easy to conceive of how the bead of an _installed_ tire will lie if you push one half of it _off of the bead seat_ toward the mid-plane of the rim. The mid-plane of the rim has the least diameter -- on the business side of fhe rim -- and that diameter is less than the diameter of the bead seat, so there's slack that can be created, on the seated end of things... The sticking point is not that the bead is a tight fit; the issue is that the inner tube (especially when partially-inflated) gets in the way of introducing that slack mentioned. In principle, therefore, it should be possible, using judicious positioning of the 'uninteresting' part of the bead toward the mid-plane of the rim, to install _or_ remove a tire from a rim -- any rim -- without tools i.e. with your bare hands.

[@maurice_walker]

The last one came in super handy! I have to replace the front mudguard but can't flip the bike upside down because of the shifters. This works! My back thanks you. On a side note, I'm a bit confused about the flat tire obsession (carrying a spare tube and tools everywhere). Is that a real issue for some people? My Brompton is almost 8 years old, I've cycled tens of thousands of kilometres in multiple countries but didn't have a flat tire once. It came with Schwalbe Marathon tires and I later upgraded to Marathon Plus. These are essentially indestructible.

[@stephenschuit7880]

My friend, I used to watch you regularly just a few years ago. Where are you these days? Still riding and enjoying your Brompton? Concerning hacks, for me. fewer (less) is more. In almost every case, the "hacks" I've tried ended up disappointing. Two exceptions are the "Off yer bike" carrying handle-which saves me time and effort regularly. Also, the Ergon hand grips are fantastic and well-worth adding.

[@chang010807]

Wow, this is an amazing video with lots of good tips. Thank!

[@EverydayCycling]

You're so welcome!

[@tortinwall]

“In case your brakes go out of adjustment...”. It hasn’t happened to me so far but I’ve only been cycling for 55 years.

[@greghilliard7641]

In tears and ditto 😂

[@ethandominguez3797]

Not really how it works though is it? Someone may have been riding for 5 years and had it twice. Still useful advice

[@nateums]

Brilliant

[@5p1n0za]

A definite "yes, please!" on the video for the seatpost dynamo light setup.

[@mickepersson3147]

Yes please 😊

[@lonestarlaurel8620]

Me too.

[@carlosduarte85]

where is that video ? ;)

[@A1dmmx]

Drug dealers gonna invest in a brompton now lol

[@gesa5187]

Now I really want a Brompton, because the hacks are so cool.

[@makrele2487]

Super! 👍

[@janzam]

Nice video.I did a hack using a Heineken plastic crate I have removed all the plastic separators from inside except two on the long side in oposite position. In them I keep plastic bags for groceries. I have atached the crate whit big zip tyes on a brompton bag frame. I have carried around 15 kilos maximum and in eight years I had no problem at all. The second advantage is that I have obtained an solid chair ,wich I am using when I rest and enjoy my favorite beer...Heineken of course. Cheers from Romania. :)

[@aikok.5635]

Serious really love all of your videos, super useful and you explain them so well!!!

[@EverydayCycling]

Ahh thank you for watching!!

[@polloloci21]

Very cool.

[@jacc88888]

Great hacks! Thanks. Will also check out the IKEA bag.

[@justwalk7777]

You are very good with your hands.My friend.👍👍👍

[@RenM908]

Recommendation for alternative tool is the Tern tool. It comes with a saddle bag that fits pretty snug, is half the price of the brompton tool and has a chain breaker. If you don’t mind not having a ratchet tool, I recommend it.

[@EverydayCycling]

It is a good option!

[@codak29]

@RenM908 My Tern tool just fell off my Brompton. The velcro on the little bag is garbage. Saddlebags should attach to the big in at least two places.

[@RenM908]

@@codak29 I currently don't have it on my saddle as I have a custom saddle bag for my Brompton which that tool is in, along with a spare inner tube and some other items. Sorry the bag it came in didn't work out for you. The tool itself I haven't had a problem with since getting it. I have heard it attaches much better on the Tern bikes which makes sense

[@garymoore8711]

Regards the tire tube hack. Don't destroy the zip tie. Just use a small penknife blade to release the catch and pull the end back out to be reused again.

[@marcelocastro5037]

Beautifull Brazilian Bossa Nova song.

[@acivilconversation18]

Quality video! Really useful tips, especially for the inner tube storage. Had my Brompton for 3 months now and absolutely love it!

[@danieljames2718]

I have never considered a Brompton. But today I watched two Vlogs showing a Brompton. 1st made the trip from England to Sweden and now your Vlog. Awesome! Enjoyed both and learnt a lot about the Brompton. I like the bike. Thanks for showing.... PS The hacks are awesome...

[@marizeleznik3165]

Love the zip ties and Whole Food bags! I'm learning about my Brompton 6ML.

[@JavaRacingCo]

Where did you buy the strap you used on your tire?? At 7:04

[@mikekearsley2407]

Like the extra tire tube hidden in the bike frame. I also put a small pocket knife in this area of the frame. After 25 airplane travel trips no issues with a concealed knife in the frame thru TSA.

[@cegb551]

Nice video👌🏿

[@jajr.08]

glad you’re ok haha it’s been months

[@EverydayCycling]

Thank you! I'm back!

[@GilSotero]

Aeeee! Chegaram em boa hora essas dicas! Já vou usar na cicloviagem! Saudações!

[@EverydayCycling]

Hey! Boa viagem!

[@2lian]

Hi, it's not a hack I dicovered, but I designed and 3D printed this for my brompton rear rack : ah ... you may not alow external links on your comments. Anyway it's an open source 3D model that clips on the rear rack to avoid the things on it to slide to the front. It's small, you can let it on the bike, fold the bike and do anything like it's not there. by typing "reddit brompton keep luggage on the rear rack" on google you will find my post named "My 3D printed solution to keep luggage on the rear rack from sliding front and hitting your feet" on reddit.

[@EverydayCycling]

That's a pretty neat solution! Thanks for sharing it!

[@robindegu7294]

you know of any 3d printed designs for the internal tool case?

[@2lian]

@@robindegu7294 haven't seen any if those, but it would be great !

[@tandago7281]

Yes yes please add a video on your light installation ;)

[@iafmaligalig]

Duuuuude I'm glad you're safe. Legit got worried!

[@EverydayCycling]

Ahah thanks! All was good, aside for a minor knee injury that kept me off the bike for a couple months

[@raymondsmith1797]

Missed your post, man. Thought you were back in Brazil riding with Chris.

[@EverydayCycling]

@@raymondsmith1797 I'm not! I actually don't know Chris in person yet, hopefully soon. She is such a nice human!

[@shan1luv1]

Yippee, happy to know you are safe and well.

[@justicar5]

Gorilla tape works pretty well as a puncture patch, maybe other ducttape does as well, not sure, as to having a small bag, I use a veshmeshok, they are military surplus, but they scruch down to cargo pocket sized, and open up to a 25 litre backpack, super useful,.

[@trailblazerEHT]

Very helpful tips indeed. Thanks for shearing.

[@RoundsOfWanting]

Great video! You might be interested to know there are reusable zip ties available for the tire trick.

[@Boomshion]

It’s a brilliant way to hack inner tube!

[@gracesiu9872]

hi Victor, i’ve been following your videos & they are very useful 👍🏼 i’ve marathon plus tyres on my brompton, could you please suggest me what kind of inner tubes that i should prepare ? 🙏🏼 thanks !

[@Muddy283]

The best inner tubes for the Brompton wheel, regardless of tyre choice, are: *Brompton Inner Tube 37-349 - EAN code (=barcode): 5053099026012* or: *Schwalbe AV4 Inner Tube - EAN code: 4026495100007* Both are equally good, with the slight advantage that the former has a fatter valve so it doesn't require a nut to stop it wiggling around (though as Brompton tyres are high pressure tyres, that shouldn't be an issue) Hope that helps!

[@gracesiu9872]

@@Muddy283 thanks for this info !!

[@Muddy283]

@@gracesiu9872 Cheers!

[@EverydayCycling]

Awesome! Thanks for the details!

[@Muddy283]

@@EverydayCycling Very humble contribution my post above (important as the info is) 😳. More awesome are your *_excellently_* put together Brompton videos!

[@12ita]

Can u do a video on DIYing our own brompton bags that latch on?? The official ones are so expensive!

[@EverydayCycling]

I've never done that, but it's an interesting idea!

[@ismaelc5758]

Very useful video and a lot of cheap solutions. Thanks a lot. Regards

[@dwest200]

GREAT video! Thanks you for creating it👍

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

I favour reusable zip-ties instead of single-use one (6:37). They may not be as strong, but their reusability open-up multiple other hacks possibilities on and off the bike while touring.

[@EverydayCycling]

Absolutely. They don't need to be super strong. I use the velcro strip, but a reusable zip tie should work as well. By the way, I love your videos!

[@burkhardg4095]

You may release a zip-tie by a safety pin but needs some practice.

[@ChrisbyBike]

Hi Victor Love the hacks! Especially the tire velcro, it will be very useful to fix new tires. Adorei fazer parte do seu canal 🤩😊🤩😊🤩😊🤩😊🤩😘😘

[@EverydayCycling]

Haha I'm glad you liked it!

[@jondrewry8195]

Great idea for storing the spare tube. I suggest wrapping a pair of gloves in with it.

[@oneofaknd7551]

yeah.. thanks. Also you can take a cheeseburger from McD and put it inside the tube as well. So while hungry, you can take it out. Also don't forget to fill your frame with a Coca-Cola.... WTF was that??

[@vincentsmith2005]

One other question regards s the DIMPA Bag IKEA...is there just one Size of that Bag offered??? So no confusion. Many Thanks.

[@jeromemullet115]

Merci ... génial toutes ces idées !

[@satchelle]

We missed you! Thanks for this very informative video 😊

[@marcozg77]

My favourite "hack" is to carry the brompton (folded or unfolded) by resting the saddle on my shoulder. The way they carry the folded bike in the official brompton marketing videos, may work for a T-Line but definitely not for a C-Line - holding the bike that way more than 20 secs and your arm feels like its gonna fall off. However with the saddle technique I can carry the folded brompton down a stair, across the station, and up another stair without putting it down one single time and without feeling the weight too much and with even having 2 free hands. Another "hack" is so always carry 2 straps and an inflatable pillow with me. The pillow is great if you have to lay the brompton in a train because it gives you a bit of added protection. And the straps keep it fixed when it stands on the wheel because if the train wiggles sideways, it would roll off the board.

[@GA-ko4ew]

Fantastic! Really clever! Thank you.

[@Murhamdilah]

Always bring a pair of tubes. Sometimes a spare maybe damage. Also Brompton standard pump is not efficient. Get a micro floor pump instead.

[@longlivetheclash]

A thief would never think of looking for the AirTag inside the reflector housing until he/she/it/they/them viewed this Brompton ‘hack’ video 😅

[@RichardJames1957]

These were really useful ideas. The tyre replacement one is great. I have a real problem with taking the tyres off. I don’t have Brompton levers which seem to be a different shape is that why?

[@lizziebutdiff698]

The worst part of being a brompton owner is that aside that nobody knows the brand, people will genuinely laugh at you for spending that much for that tiny bike. so yeah buying a brompton comes with a bundle of anxiety and a lifetime of regret haha.

[@geoffreywelsby7434]

Wow absolutely love these hacks. And I don't even own a Brompton.

[@gregnixon1296]

1:00 Policemen should take note of this. A hippy college kid with pot hidden in his bicycle? Never.

[@karenhotaru3702]

Thanks a lot for this helpful hacks!!!

[@EverydayCycling]

Thank you for watching!!

[@macanic5161]

Carrying a spare inner tube (or repair kit) only makes sense if you have a 15 mm open-end spanner with you in addition to the pump and tyre levers so that you can remove the wheels.

[@thisisadebrown]

A lot of good hack stuff, but I but my comment about the IKEA bag remains

[@euphoria2037]

Он стоит полторы тысячи а я должен его стяжками обматывать?😂

[@JaWs738]

But some hacks are just ugly on such an expensive bike

[@mariusbeju5522]

woow a real brompton colonoscopy at minute 2'50

[@stephenschuit7880]

Your last video about options? I think I haven't seen you for months--so it's nice to have you back. This is a very useful video. These ideas sound like they come from the mind of an engineer. Ha ha.

[@EverydayCycling]

Yeah, I've been away for a few months, but I'm back!

[@comatose_e]

1:10 you scared me cuting the plastic bundle with a cuter!

[@thomashughes_teh]

I learned stuff that I can also apply to my not a Brompton. Thanks.

[@MrMansu]

thank for share

[@mathewbellamy261]

Can you let me know what model ypur lights are?

[@p.marley7361]

what bag do you have on your carrier block in this video?

[@thisisadebrown]

I would never, ever, ever…. Ever use a dimple bag for flying abroad, the first time I did it Southwest Airlines destroyed my rear folding frame…. I have also packed clothing in there as well to pad it out. From my experience, use a proper Brompton travel case these padded ones are rubbish

[@EverydayCycling]

Yeah, I've seen so many people fly using the Dimpa, but I agree it's risky, and hearing that you had a bad experience really puts me off doing so.

[@maxsiu1989]

waiting this video so so so long time!!!! btw i got my Brampton because your upselling

[@EverydayCycling]

I hope your enjoying it!

[@brightlightdun]

Thanks for the share. It is nice

[@emmal1399]

you are finally back!!! I’m so happy

[@EverydayCycling]

I'm happy you're happy!

[@JackSlajter]

Nice hacks! What type of microphone do you use?

[@EverydayCycling]

I'm not sure which one I used on this video, but currently I use a Rode Wireless GO or a Rode VideoMicro

[@LifeontwowheelsRocks]

Brilliant!

[@janmorren1]

Well Victor, I sincerely missed your posts here. Hope you are well! In the meantime, I'm enjoying my Brompton to the fullest. Adding some goodies and tools, while it is almost Christmas. Remember, it is thanks to your first posts, that I really got into the Brompton. Added to my B: a C-bag (very conveniently for small grocery shopping and random tours. Brooks leather grips (makes this bike so much nicer), and now finally the Brompton Toolkit (I truly hope that I do not need it that much on the road). With your hacks here, I'll most definitely use the inner tubes hack. Thank you so much for those videos Victor. They are well made and inspiring!

[@EverydayCycling]

Thank you for sticking around! It seems like you have a good setup there with the C-Bag, the grips, and the toolkit. I'm glad you enjoyed the inner tube hack!

[@rodrigofraga1]

Great as always Victor! I was missing your videos, Cheers

[@user-ot1dv6ri4f]

use tin foil instead of plastic to wrap up the inner tube

[@habibfarizal9229]

What is lamp name or the term and what is dynamo u used tq

[@clementihammock7572]

Thanks Pal, this is neat stuff.

[@luisvasquez5015]

He has the same voice as Spirit of the Law

[@dpgrenfree]

Any hack with a ziptie is immediately a bodge 😀 I just stuff the tube in the frame, no wrapping or folding. Good video thanks.

[@kais953]

inspiring nice hacks! however battery operated rear lights lasts for several months between recharge, a problem not waiting to be solved. commute about three hours per week... pieces of tape can be wrapped around the pump as well. in the end prefer to add any weight carried to an aerodynamic back pack, not adding grams to the bike. includes the pump:) finally if you get a puncture, getting the tube out just where the leak is and fixing it can easily be done without taking the wheel off. dont forget to take out the responsible torn protruding the inside of the tyre:)

[@hoggykey]

It's not my idea, but I have heard of some Brompton owners tuning their suspension blocks with jubilee clips (hose clamps), have you tried this?

[@tomanicodin]

I bet you are a life hacker, seeing endless shortcuts to everything! Really nice video! Now I just need to get me a Brompton :)

[@wills8076]

What are the folded dimensions?

[@David-tg5nz]

This is excellent. However, I have found that those plastic tyre levers can snap working with brompton tyres. Still, I guess this would get you out of a jam and you could replace them after use.

[@thomaseland3136]

I see the Dahon and later Brompton bikes have a release catch for the rear triangle. Older bikes don't have it so you can't lift the bike without the rear triangle falling down and trying to fold. Do you have a hack for those older bikes?

[@PaulHolder]

I've been using one of those Ikea bags to take my Brompton on the coach for years. I have no idea where I got the idea for it but the size is perfect for the job and super cheap so no problem if the bag gets damaged (although mine never has).

[@hingtong5110]

Great ingenious hacks! You are a Renaissance Man who really know this bike and how to make it be so versatile! I really enjoyed watching your magical videos, even I don't have the Brompton, and can't afford it in my lifetime.

[@dagmarMcNally6250]

Thanks so much for the Video and the great ideas. It's perfect and practical 👌 😍 😌 ☺️

[@MartinSchabbauer]

I learned a lot, indeed. Thanks for the ride :)

[@emmyhaneul]

May I ask you where did you get your cover frame from? I recently got my Brompton and was looking for something like that to protect its frame

[@andreasbacher2695]

Check out this link, I bought the leather handlebar grips, they are superb for Brompton bicycles, so I guess, the frame protectors are good as well: soumaleather.com/collections/brompton-collection

[@EverydayCycling]

I got mine as a gift from a friend (Instagram @gsotero). I've been telling him he should sell these. It looks awesome. Shoot him a message!

[@emmyhaneul]

@@EverydayCycling aww thank you so much 🥰

[@emmyhaneul]

@@andreasbacher2695 will definitely have a look, thank you :)

[@dqmya]

I also have some tips. But only 2 that I documented. It's inside highlight Creative Tips on my Instagram: instagram.com/mr.dickies

[@LauraDeVasconcelos]

The knife cutting to take the inner tube out of the plastic bag freaked me out lol