"...it's so well built it could have been machined in a Formula One factory .. this is the ipod of bicycles, a fantastic feat of engineering.." Time Out Magazine November 2006

Technical Info:
The perfect answer to all those ‘too-long-to-walk’ journeys!

So named, because of its ‘A’ like shape in use, the uniquely styled A-bike feels much like a normal bike to ride. However unlike other folding bikes it can easily be slipped into a bag while you hop on the tube, train, bus, or even a plane.

• How Does it Fold? - In under 10 seconds. With a 3 click telescopic mechanism. To a folded size just 67 x 30 x 16cm
• Why is it so Light?
  • The Frame Materials
    Heat treated aluminum and high strength glass fibre reinforced engineering polymer constitute the majority of the frame.
  • The Twin Chain
    The twin chain gearing system specifically uses small drive axles, often one of the heaviest parts of a traditional bicycle. Pedal cadence remains the same as a normal
  • The Wheels
    Each weighs only 350g and this includes the pneumatic tyres which give such a smooth and comfortable ride.
  • The Brakes
    Designed specifically for the A-bike, the semi circular band brakes fit the wheel perfectly providing a lightweight and robust alternative to traditional shoe brakes.
• Sinclair Research - Sir Clive explains “The principle use for the A-bike is city or town travel over relatively short journeys but also very much for mixed-mode journeys where you’re hopping on and off a bus or a train. For example a typical commuter needs to get from home to local station and then from destination to his or her office – and all without any worries about portability, parking or security.” “The key to its successful introduction,” adds chief designer, Alex Kalogroulis, “is an entirely fresh approach to the main challenge: how to minimise weight and optimise foldability while retaining full functionality. At the heart of the solution are light, highly-reliable telescopic tubes coupled with telescoping brake cables."
• Tech Spec
  • Folded size: 67cm x 30cm x 16cm
  • Unfolded size: 100cm x 70cm x 43cm
  • Weight: 5.6kg / 12.6 lbs
  • Dual Chain ratios: 14:8 and 35:9
  • Max. weight tolerance: 85kgs / 175 lbs
  • Max. speed: 20 MPH
  • Max. braking force: complies with BS1602 Part 1:1992
  • Polymer Composite: 30% GF PA66
  • Aluminium: heat treated 6061T6
  • Tyre Size: 15cm/6’’ diameter x 3.2cm/1 ¼”
  • Tyre Valve type: Shraeder
  • Pneumatic tyre pressure: 90psi
  • Max saddle height: 90 cm
  • Min saddle height: 82cm