You should have the following parts if you plan to use a Brompton where spares aren’t locally available. The list is a guide only, and does not cover every eventuality.
Part numbers are given where there is no choice: otherwise choose parts which are appropriate to the model in question, e.g. Sturmey or Sram, derailleur or non-derailleur.
1. Small parts, essential to enable the bike to be ridden and used
Rear sprocket(s) |
Suspension block, "QSUSPBA" |
Chain tensioner |
Cables, to suit model |
Chain tensioner nut |
Hinge clamp assembly, "QHCA" |
Gear indicator chain, hub-gear |
Spokes, "QSPOKFSS", &, for rear, to suit |
Handlebar catch, "QHBCA" |
Hook, "QHOOKA" |
Lower stop disc, "QLSDA" |
Main roller, "QROLM" & "QROLMBOLTS" |
Mudflaps, "QMGFLAPF", "QMGFLAPR" |
Rimtape, "QRIMTAPE" |
Inner tube, "QTUB" |
Elastic cords (rear-rack), "QSHOCKA" |
Chain |
Dynamo, "QVDYNO-RH" ("QVDYNO-LH" for L-version) |
Brake pads, "QBRPAD" |
Rear rack roller (rubber), "QROLRA" |
Tyres: well worth having if their bulk is not important. |
Rim: a replacement rim is unlikely to be available except from a Brompton dealer. |