This has always been the biggest downside to Bromptons. The parts are so proprietary that you’d need to live close to a dealer (and hope they stay in business!) to even make it a viable option for longevity.
I’ve run into Brompton owners who’ve waited months for parts that would have been really easy to get on a regular bike.
That said, most Brompton owners are happy with their decision to get one.
This has always been the biggest downside to Bromptons. The parts are so proprietary that you’d need to live close to a dealer (and hope they stay in business!) to even make it a viable option for longevity.
I’ve run into Brompton owners who’ve waited months for parts that would have been really easy to get on a regular bike.
That said, most Brompton owners are happy with their decision to get one.
Plus, Brompton being Brompton, they’ll change the design of that derailleur every 9 months (“For models April 2024 to August 2025”).
Still love mine, mind you
They seem pretty nice, but TBH, I’d probably just get a Tern instead because standard parts.