Thanks for the tip! I've read that they are really nickable so I think that is sage advice.
I suppose the argument is a bike is (or can be) oily, but if cleanliness is the argument that’s where a bag comes in so it’s totally covered.
A T-line titanium framed one is the answer, but at close to £4,500 it's not for many.
I keep a photo on my phone to remind me how to do it 
I was sorely tempted by the transparent (or lightly tinted) lacquer versions of the normal steel Bromptons the other year; the gold brazing on full show. Looked lovely but while mine is tatty, it works so I can't justify replacement!
I agree, I do find my C-Line a bit heavier than i expected. I think the T-Line must be aimed at city traders who take their bikes to the Canary Wharf office!!! Don't get me wrong if I won the lottery I'd probably buy one.....
I remain to be convinced by belt drives (although I do hear good things about them). I seem them on my commute into Manchester, but I feel like if they snap you're totally screwed whenas with a chain you can always cobble one together by taking a few links out in an emergency. I also am not keen on the fact the frame has to have a break in it to accommodate the install/removal.
Not a city trader or won the lottery but carefully looked at the engineering, the significant weight savings vs its closest comparator P-line, the versatility, the amount of use it would see and the ability to install standard aftermarket bike components. The T-Line was a no brainer. It also looks the mutz nutz with its chunkier tubes and CF bits. Basically its a buy-it-once bike. The alternative was an ebike which are equally pricey for bigger brands using the Bosch crank engine. The lightness of the T-Line and gearing means I have not missed having assisted peddling. And one less battery to charge is a plus. YMMV
I was reading this thread, hoping to find that 2 Bromptons would fit collapsed but upright next to each other underneath the multiplex. From the photograph, that doesn’t appear to be so, unless they fold down more than you have shown in this photograph?We love ours, basic 3 speed. Had 'em for 18 years now. Yes they are heavy but hey, also strong, durable and the easiest fastest folding bike you can buy. Perfect for the California (although I do admit they take up a lot of space in the boot) although putting them in the boot the right way round is a bit like putting together a 3D jigsaw puzzle!
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No they won't fit vertically. Like Chockswahay mine will only go in comfortably if carefully angled against the really useful box and right side up. I bought a vincita cordura bag that folds into itself and velcros to the handlebar, preventing damage to the bike or Cali panels. It also keeps the greasy bits from contaminating anything else.
Many thanks. Which really useful box do you manage to get in there with the Bromptons? I’m also wondering if my Thule levelling chocks will go in there too https://www.leisuredepot.co.uk/thul...MIrPzRmYP3hwMVPQkGAB3laAk2EAQYASABEgKLvPD_BwE
Now I have garage envy
I have two 50L RUB's but only one will fit if I carry the Brommie. There is enough space above the box to slide in my bookfold 100W solar panel and the three Project Camper cabin blinds. When everything is angled correctly I can remove each piece without disturbing the others. No rattles or load shifting either.
Blimey bet it's like Jenga removing all them
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