We made a mistake when fitting the rear reflector (or dynamo light in our case) - the brackets should be under the rack with the bolts screwing in from the top! Thanks for pointing out our error!
Aaahh! If only I'd seen this comment before following your installation video...the threads sheared off the bracket when I put the screws in from below so I can't install my reflector 😢.
Ha! I thought that before I read the comment! The captive nut would be on the wrong side of the reflector bracket. Great videos BTW! Keep 'em coming. 👌
Having watched this again, I am so convinced that is was worth every minute of the journey today, to Sunningdale, for your mechanic (sorry I didn’t get his name) to do this for me😁 Thank you!
Lovely to meet you! Nice saddle! Hope it’s comfy! It was Rob who installed the rack, yes it’s a bit of a faff! Thank you for coming to see us and for watching! Take care and see you next time! Have a great trip! Sounded fab! Hannah
Got my Brilliant Bikes-supplied rack fitted to my new C-line today thanks to this video - unfortunately no pizza because I’m on a diet but I’ll find something to bungee on there! Thanks for another superb video.
Racks add a lot of stability for train commuters. I have installed these on several Bromptons including the electric I have now. One thing I noticed was the you put the dynamo light bracket on top of the rack rather than underneath and having the button head screws be recessed in rack top. I put the brackets underneath the rack because I needed every millimetre of cabling length from the rear light to make it fit properly without straining the light connections. 15:17
Thanks for watching and the feedback The rack stability on trains is one of the best features (we've seen bikes fall over when the train goes over points before) of the rack. We almost added it to the video but thought it was a bit long already The way you installed your brackets was correct - we did it not according to the instructions - thanks for pointing it out
lol! 😂 thank you for making me laugh! So determined - ah the main reason we wanted to carry pizzas is for an upcoming Alpine trip in the snow, to get pizza and test out tyres!
Cable ties - if snipped just below the ratchet block (the "fat end" of the tie) then the old ties can be reused around a smaller tube, eg around the rear rack stays.
I managed to fit my rack without removing the wheel. The mudguard bolt near the rear sprocket can be left in place (If you have mudguards fitted in the first place that is!) A brake block needs to be removed to get the wheel out.
I left the wheel in place, and it was fine too. I did deflate the rear tyre to let me move the brakes up over the tyre to give easier alignment when reassembling the brake spindle. I hate realigning brake pads so left them untouched.
Thank you for the Video it was helpful but maybe you put a notice in the video for the wrong light installation. I was freaking out because my cable was a few millimeters to short to fit and I gave up. Later I read the comments and my problem was solved....
The small, original wheels are - mostly useless and only to make the customers buy larger versions, preferably from Brompton! But I bought my second and third sets as Nicely Made, special wheels from Asia, with spokes and a fitting color! I have two Titanium carriers ready for my now much modified, 2019 SuperlightM6LXBrompton (for now 8,5 kilo, and still falling, in spite of my Mudguards, as a "Rainy Dane"!!!), but I have never felt a need to add them to the bike, as I prefer the bag in front, to be removed, when not needed! I also use frame-locking wheels with a - stop bolt, not to be able to unscrew and loose them by accident (as I did once in a wood, when trying to reach my "toolset" in the frame)! I will never more stand looking at the thick layer of leaves in the bottom and wonder: Where did my "bolt" end up? But I have a titanium bolt and "Carbon stop-disc" on my bike for less weight, as well as most other, original looking - discs, nuts, axle and bolts on my bike + some extra brake parts, looking like the original brakes (I still need to change a few bolts, as Brompton seems to have constantly changed sizes of brake parts during the years, just for the fun of it, or what was available from the Factory producing them?). I assume that also the most early Bromptons was able to brake? I hope to be able to reach close to 8 kilo, when finished, and still with my mudguards on my bike! Finn. Denmark
Could you please make a video about changing the brake pads and adjusting the brakes correctly? I always watch your videos when I modify something on my Brompton, a video about this is missing. I replaced the pads on my C-Line last weekend and am now wondering whether the rear brake should apply itself when folded😄 Greetings from Germany!
Greetings Germany :-) Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment It is on our list (in fact the bike in this video has quite worn brakes where the pads are set up badly and worn)
I haven't googled this yet but i wonder if theres a flat, square sort of rack that clips into the front of the bike on the bag mount thing - if the rack were pizza sized then perfect for your task and you can keep an eye on it too. I lost bread, a hat and a tomato off my rack over the rear wheel while cycling in France without me noticing.
Many thanks for watching! Hmm they come with the brake caliper, it I’m sure we have some spares. If you need one please send us an e-mail and we will try and find one!
Wonder why Brompton rear mudguard sits on the horizontal brace? I always find that it deforms the mudgard a little. The mudguard can go just below the that part of the rear triangle and it wouldn’t interfere with wheel rotation but will keep the frame clean and possibly prevent rust.
Many thanks for watching and for the question. The newer rack sack bag was brought out for the Advance rack, it’s slightly shorter. But we have used both on both.
I'm pretty sure that's not how you mount the rear light/reflector bracket, I believe the brackets sit under the rack and the bolts/screws go down from above
Thanks for watching and taking the time to point out our error!!! You are right - the brackets should be underneath with the bolts screwing in from the top (we blame the cold ;-) )
Thanks for watching and the question, link as follows: brilliantbikes.co.uk/brompton-rear-racks-and-rack-spares/2534-brompton-rear-carrier-set-black.html
Nice Rack , Never eaten a pizza before , if I got a rack do I have to start eating pizza ? Very limited menu. Song = I Like Eating Pizza = Jack Cavannaugh .
We made a mistake when fitting the rear reflector (or dynamo light in our case) - the brackets should be under the rack with the bolts screwing in from the top! Thanks for pointing out our error!
Aaahh! If only I'd seen this comment before following your installation video...the threads sheared off the bracket when I put the screws in from below so I can't install my reflector 😢.
Ha! I thought that before I read the comment! The captive nut would be on the wrong side of the reflector bracket.
Great videos BTW! Keep 'em coming. 👌
Brompton lore states that pizza boxes are to be loaded on the rack, DIAGONALLY! This prevents heel strike!
😂 thanks! Funny I nearly put it on diagonally! I will next time!
Thanks for watching!
Having watched this again, I am so convinced that is was worth every minute of the journey today, to Sunningdale, for your mechanic (sorry I didn’t get his name) to do this for me😁 Thank you!
Lovely to meet you! Nice saddle! Hope it’s comfy!
It was Rob who installed the rack, yes it’s a bit of a faff!
Thank you for coming to see us and for watching!
Take care and see you next time! Have a great trip! Sounded fab!
Hannah
Got my Brilliant Bikes-supplied rack fitted to my new C-line today thanks to this video - unfortunately no pizza because I’m on a diet but I’ll find something to bungee on there! Thanks for another superb video.
Thanks for watching and for ordering from us, we really appreciate it!
The racks great for so many thanks!
I have just successfully installed the rack - your video made this relatively straightforward, thank you so much! Pizza for tea tonight!!
So glad it helped! And thank you for watching!
just love your honest words. Just brillant humor without ever forcing it :D Thank you very much indeed. What a pleasure
Thank you so much and thank you for watching
Racks add a lot of stability for train commuters. I have installed these on several Bromptons including the electric I have now. One thing I noticed was the you put the dynamo light bracket on top of the rack rather than underneath and having the button head screws be recessed in rack top. I put the brackets underneath the rack because I needed every millimetre of cabling length from the rear light to make it fit properly without straining the light connections. 15:17
Thanks for watching and the feedback
The rack stability on trains is one of the best features (we've seen bikes fall over when the train goes over points before) of the rack. We almost added it to the video but thought it was a bit long already
The way you installed your brackets was correct - we did it not according to the instructions - thanks for pointing it out
The determination of getting a 🍕 pizza is unwavering. 😅
I would try instance noodles 🍜 instead.
lol! 😂 thank you for making me laugh!
So determined - ah the main reason we wanted to carry pizzas is for an upcoming Alpine trip in the snow, to get pizza and test out tyres!
Cable ties - if snipped just below the ratchet block (the "fat end" of the tie) then the old ties can be reused around a smaller tube, eg around the rear rack stays.
Thanks for watching!
A dedicated front block mount frame for pizzas would be handy in conjunction with an insulated pizza bag.
What a great idea! 💡 now we need to start designing that!
You have 2 months… ;-)
Looks like you still have that 39T chainring; especially handy if you're riding around with that pizza in a hilly area. 🍕😋
Thanks for watching!
Oh just wait and see we are planning a hilly pizza collection soon, it might be icy too to test out our snow tyres!
Great, but if I can give an advice, it's better to fix the dynamo cable on the inside bar of the rack.
Many thanks! I guess it s a hit of a resulting adding the rack. Next job…
I managed to fit my rack without removing the wheel. The mudguard bolt near the rear sprocket can be left in place (If you have mudguards fitted in the first place that is!) A brake block needs to be removed to get the wheel out.
Yes, the bolt is a bit longer but it's not a big drama!!
Thanks both for watching! Great suggestion, we just felt it was easier to remove the wheel
I left the wheel in place, and it was fine too. I did deflate the rear tyre to let me move the brakes up over the tyre to give easier alignment when reassembling the brake spindle. I hate realigning brake pads so left them untouched.
Lovely teamBritain on the wall in the background!
Many thanks! We think it’s lovely too!
Another good one.... I find the bag on the front meets all my carrying needs for now...
Thanks for watching! It is amazing how useful it becomes.
I'd love to be a fly on the wall in the Brompton marketing dept. It must be a scream🤣🤣🤣
I really hope they like us! I wonder 💭 if they read these comments…. Maybe if they do they can reply!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the Video it was helpful but maybe you put a notice in the video for the wrong light installation. I was freaking out because my cable was a few millimeters to short to fit and I gave up. Later I read the comments and my problem was solved....
So glad you sorted it!
Thanks for watching!
The small, original wheels are - mostly useless and only to make the customers buy larger versions, preferably from Brompton! But I bought my second and third sets as Nicely Made, special wheels from Asia, with spokes and a fitting color!
I have two Titanium carriers ready for my now much modified, 2019 SuperlightM6LXBrompton (for now 8,5 kilo, and still falling, in spite of my Mudguards, as a "Rainy Dane"!!!), but I have never felt a need to add them to the bike, as I prefer the bag in front, to be removed, when not needed! I also use frame-locking wheels with a - stop bolt, not to be able to unscrew and loose them by accident (as I did once in a wood, when trying to reach my "toolset" in the frame)! I will never more stand looking at the thick layer of leaves in the bottom and wonder: Where did my "bolt" end up?
But I have a titanium bolt and "Carbon stop-disc" on my bike for less weight, as well as most other, original looking - discs, nuts, axle and bolts on my bike + some extra brake parts, looking like the original brakes (I still need to change a few bolts, as Brompton seems to have constantly changed sizes of brake parts during the years, just for the fun of it, or what was available from the Factory producing them?). I assume that also the most early Bromptons was able to brake?
I hope to be able to reach close to 8 kilo, when finished, and still with my mudguards on my bike! Finn. Denmark
Many thanks for watching! Sounds like it’ll be as light as the T line!
Could you please make a video about changing the brake pads and adjusting the brakes correctly? I always watch your videos when I modify something on my Brompton, a video about this is missing. I replaced the pads on my C-Line last weekend and am now wondering whether the rear brake should apply itself when folded😄 Greetings from Germany!
Greetings Germany :-)
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment
It is on our list (in fact the bike in this video has quite worn brakes where the pads are set up badly and worn)
I haven't googled this yet but i wonder if theres a flat, square sort of rack that clips into the front of the bike on the bag mount thing - if the rack were pizza sized then perfect for your task and you can keep an eye on it too. I lost bread, a hat and a tomato off my rack over the rear wheel while cycling in France without me noticing.
lol! We also have looked into the pizza box for the front carrier block.
Thanks for watching!
Even better, you could reach down and grab a slice as you are pedalling along, a sort of " in Flight Refuelling "
Once again the best informative video for Bromptons. Does Brompton sell the concave washers?
Many thanks for watching!
Hmm they come with the brake caliper, it I’m sure we have some spares. If you need one please send us an e-mail and we will try and find one!
Any plans for the used rear mudguard?
Wonder why Brompton rear mudguard sits on the horizontal brace? I always find that it deforms the mudgard a little. The mudguard can go just below the that part of the rear triangle and it wouldn’t interfere with wheel rotation but will keep the frame clean and possibly prevent rust.
Nice video thanks.
Are the rack sacks/bags transferable or compatible between the standard and advanced rack?
Thanks!
Many thanks for watching and for the question. The newer rack sack bag was brought out for the Advance rack, it’s slightly shorter. But we have used both on both.
Easy wheels FTW
Yup Eazy wheels comment even better for rollling!
I'm pretty sure that's not how you mount the rear light/reflector bracket, I believe the brackets sit under the rack and the bolts/screws go down from above
Thanks for watching and taking the time to point out our error!!!
You are right - the brackets should be underneath with the bolts screwing in from the top (we blame the cold ;-) )
Nice video btw.
Thanks for watching!
What about the new Brompton P and T 12?
The new 12 speed is on the to do list!
Thanks for watching!
Did you ever say what "this rack" is or give a link? I couldn't find one ... C line, 6-speed ...
Thanks for watching and the question, link as follows:
brilliantbikes.co.uk/brompton-rear-racks-and-rack-spares/2534-brompton-rear-carrier-set-black.html
@@brilliantbikes Thank you!
У меня после установки, конец крыла, который у подседельного штыря, трется о покрышку.
Can we use the c line rack to P line 12 speed?
Thanks for watching! No sorry the C line rack needs to go on the C Line and the Advance rack on the P or T Line
Nice Rack , Never eaten a pizza before , if I got a rack do I have to start eating pizza ? Very limited menu. Song = I Like Eating Pizza = Jack Cavannaugh .
lol! Thanks for watching!!
@@brilliantbikes Always a pleasure never a chore.
Ha ha, i like it . If you don't need it again just throw it away. Nicely videod'd ( new word ) . Why are pizzas round and pizza boxes always square ?
A very good question! Surely a square pizza would be easier?
Thanks for watching!
Enjoy your video's, but why fit a rack when the pizza is free delivery..
Is much more fun to collect them! And we have a little trip coming up, to test the pizza carrying ability of a Brompton 😀
Thanks for watching!
I'm thinking Pizza size would be dictated by heel clearance on the back stroke......
Well funny someone suggested an insulated bag on the front carrier block and that’s got us thinking…..
Thanks for watching!
best way to transport a pizza is to rotate the box by 45 degrees
Many thanks and totally agree!
Thanks for watching!
Did you not get heel strike on the pizza box?
I have little feet, but it is better diagonally!
Thanks for watching!