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30 August 2024
Comparing Prodrive Folding Bikes: Which Model is Right for You?
Prodrive sets the standard in luxury folding bikes, offering models that cater to everything from urban commutes to leisurely weekend adventures. More than just transportation, Prodrive Folding Bikes embody precision engineering, thoughtful design, and a strong commitment to sustainability and high performance.
Renowned for cutting-edge technology, sleek design, and superior craftsmanship, these bikes are built to offer an unmatched riding experience.
Whether you're navigating city streets, tackling hills, or seeking a custom-built bike, Prodrive offers a range of models to suit different lifestyles. We compare our folding bike models to help you determine the best fit.
Prodrive Single Speed
Let’s start with the lightest folding bike on the market: our Single Speed folding bike model boasts just one gear. Yet, its remarkable attributes solidify its status as a timeless classic.
- Price: From £3,495
- Best For: Urban commuters who need a light, fast, and stylish ride.
- Key Features:
- Weight: At just 6.9 kg, this is one of the lightest folding bikes available, making it ideal for carrying on public transport or upstairs.
- Frame: The carbon fibre frame provides both strength and minimal weight.
- Technology: Designed with simplicity in mind, this model features a single-speed drivetrain that minimises maintenance and maximises efficiency.
- Ride Quality: The 20-inch wheels offer a balance between agility and comfort, perfect for navigating city streets.
- Folding Size: Compact and easy to fold, the Single Speed fits seamlessly into small spaces, making it highly portable.
- Use Case: The Single Speed is perfect for riders who prioritise a quick, efficient commute in densely populated urban areas. Its lightweight design and small wheel size make it easy to carry and store, whether you're hopping on public transport or stowing it in a small apartment.
Prodrive Multi Speed
The Prodrive Multi Speed folding bike is the ultimate city bike, crafted to give you greater mobility and an improved riding experience.
- Price: From £3,745
- Best For: Riders who need versatility for daily commutes or weekend rides.
- Key Features:
- Gearing: Equipped with a 4-speed Sturmey-Archer hub, this model offers a range of gears suitable for varied terrains, including hilly areas.
- Weight: Slightly heavier than the Single Speed but still impressively light at 7.45 kg.
- Technology: It features the same high-quality carbon fibre frame, with the added advantage of multiple gears for different riding conditions.
- Ride Quality: The versatility of the Multi Speed ensures smooth performance across diverse terrains, enhancing the overall ride experience.
- Folding Size: Similar to the Single Speed, the Multi Speed folds compactly, making it convenient for storage and transport.
- Use Case: The Multi Speed is ideal for riders who encounter a mix of flat and hilly terrains. Whether you’re commuting through the city or enjoying a weekend ride, this model provides the flexibility you need to handle different riding conditions.
Prodrive Electric
The Prodrive Electric folding bike is the perfect companion for urban cycling. This innovative bike allows you to travel greater distances at higher speeds with minimal effort. With its sleek and simple design, it proudly stands as the lightest folding electric bike in the world.
- Price: From £4,495
- Best For: Riders looking for an effortless commute, particularly over longer distances or in hilly cities.
- Key Features:
- Electric Assistance: A 250W motor offers up to 50 km of range on a single charge, making long commutes or steep hills a breeze.
- Weight: Despite the motor and battery, the bike remains light at 10.3 kg, easy to carry and store.
- Folding Mechanism: Quick and easy to fold, this model is designed for convenience.
- Technology: Integrates advanced battery and motor systems, ensuring a smooth, quiet ride.
- Ride Quality: The electric motor enhances ride quality, offering smooth assistance that makes challenging commutes feel effortless.
- Use Case: The Electric version is perfect for those who want a relaxed, assisted ride, especially if you face long commutes or challenging terrain regularly. Its lightweight build and electric motor make it a top choice among folding electric bikes.
Prodrive Hummingbird
The Hummingbird folding bike has style as well as substance. Available in a classic Hummingbird yellow, this bike is aimed at people that want a simple, easy to use, easy to move, foldable bike.
- Price: From £4,995
- Best For: Riders who want a perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and minimalist design in a folding electric bike.
- Key Features:
- Weight: At just 10.3 kg, the Hummingbird is one of the lightest electric folding bikes available, making it easy to carry on public transport or store in small spaces.
- Frame: The carbon fibre frame offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, ensuring durability without compromising on portability.
- Technology: Incorporates a powerful yet compact 250W motor, providing a smooth, quiet ride with a range of up to 50 km.
- Ride Quality: With 20-inch wheels, the Hummingbird offers a smooth, agile ride, perfect for city commuting.
- Folding Size: This model features a compact folded package, ensuring it can be easily stored or carried.
- Use Case: The Hummingbird is the ideal choice for those who prioritise both cutting-edge technology and portability. Its lightweight build, combined with its electric assistance, makes it a top contender among lightweight folding bikes for urban commuters.
Prodrive Bespoke
We believe in the freedom of self-expression. That's why we provide you with the chance to personalise your bike; our Prodrive Bespoke folding bike gives you the opportunity to design the bike of your dreams.
- Price: Varies (custom builds)
- Best For: Riders who want a bike tailored to their exact specifications.
- Key Features:
- Customisation: Offers the ultimate in personalisation, from frame colour to gearing options, ensuring your bike meets your specific needs.
- Technology: Access to all advanced technologies Prodrive offers, with the ability to create a bike that reflects your style and riding requirements.
- Materials: Choose from high-end materials and components, ensuring a bike that is both luxurious and functional.
- Use Case: Prodrive’s bespoke service allows riders to customise their bike to their exact preferences. Whether it's choosing a belt drive for low maintenance, selecting specific gear ratios for the terrain, or customising the colour scheme, we ensure each bike is as unique as its rider. If you have specific requirements or want a bike that truly reflects your personal style, the Bespoke model allows you to create the perfect folding bike tailored to your needs.
Prodrive’s Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability is central to every Prodrive folding bike. Leading in eco-friendly design, Prodrive uses flax in their frames—a material that is both renewable and biodegradable. Flax not only reduces environmental impact but also enhances ride comfort with superior vibration damping. For eco-conscious riders, a Prodrive bike with a flax frame offers a way to reduce carbon emissions without sacrificing performance.
Investment in a Prodrive Bike: The Long-Term Value
A Prodrive Folding Bike’s durability, performance and convenience make it a worthwhile investment. All our bikes are built to last, using premium materials that ensure longevity and sustained performance, not forgetting a compact design to enhance portability and streamline your commuting experience.
A Comprehensive Choice for the Discerning Rider
Prodrive offers a range of folding bikes that combine luxury, performance, and sustainability, making any model a smart investment. Whether you need a lightweight bike for commuting, an electric model for longer rides, or a bespoke design tailored to your preferences, Prodrive has a bike that fits your lifestyle.
Our Prodrive Folding Bikes are more than just transportation—they are investments in quality, innovation, and style, perfect for those who demand the best in performance, comfort, and sustainability.
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