Top 10 Lightest Folding Bikes of 2013
Published Time:
2014-05-12
Top 10 Lightest Folding Bikes of 2013
Folding bikes, as the main choice for convenient and portable "office workers", must not be careless in terms of lightweight design. Based on a reliable and convenient folding mechanism, the lightweight level of a folding bike has also become a major attraction.
TOP 1
Brand: Pacific
Model: Carry Me SD
Price Range: N/A
Weight: 8.2kg
Frame: Monocoque high-rigidity aluminum alloy
Speeds: Single speed
Wheels: 8”
Comments: The biggest secret to its leading weight includes the small 8” wheel diameter, single-speed drivetrain, and monocoque aluminum alloy frame. Very suitable for commuting with various modes of transportation.
TOP2

Brand: FUJI
Model: Origami 3.0
Price Range: 2999
Weight: 10.57kg
Frame: FUJI_6061 aluminum alloy frame
Speeds: 8-speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris 8-speed
Wheels: Double-layer aluminum alloy wheels
Comments: While significantly heavier than the first place bike, it boasts a solid 8-speed drivetrain. FUJI delivers a compelling option.
TOP3

Brand: Java
Model: X1_AUTO
Price Range: 1480
Weight: 10.6kg
Frame: X1_AUTO ALLOY
Speeds: 2-speed
Rear Derailleur: Sram Automatix
Wheels: JAVA DECAF
Comments: The bike is very compact, and its price under two thousand gives it a very high cost performance.
TOP4

Brand: Langtu
Model: K8
Price Range: 2098
Weight: 10.6kg
Frame: Langtu 20”(¢451) Aluminum Alloy Folding Speed Conical Head Tube Frame
Speeds: 8-speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 2400
Wheels: 20” (451) Double-layer aluminum alloy rims
Comments: The weight is almost the same as the previous 8-speed folding bike; it's a very conventional folding bike from the folding mechanism to the frame shape.
TOP5
Brand: Zhui Chi
Model: F300
Price Range: 2998
Weight: 10.8kg
Frame: TRIACE 20-inch aluminum alloy folding frame
Speeds: 16-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano FD_2300
Rear Derailleur: Sram X7
Wheels: TRIACE 32-hole aluminum alloy disc brake wheels, Jiu Yu bearing hub
Comments: The transmission system uses a mix of Shimano and Sram, and also uses a hidden internal folding mechanism, making the appearance more integrated.
TOP6
Brand: Maruishi
Model: MBA672
Price Range: 1248
Weight: 10.8KG
Frame: Lightweight aluminum alloy frame
Speeds: 7-speed
Wheels: ASSESS aluminum axle freewheel
Comments: The weight is the same as the previous model, but the speed and transmission components are more entry-level.
TOP7
Brand: Flik
Model: EZT9
Price Range: 5800
Weight: 11KG
Frame: 6061 aluminum alloy
Folding Mechanism: VertiLink patented folding mechanism
Speeds: 9-speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano RD
Wheels: 18” Aluminum rigid fork
Comments: Both the appearance and the folding mechanism have their own characteristics. It has a fresh color scheme, and after adding a shock absorber, the weight is maintained at 11KG.
TOP8
Brand: STRIDA
Model: EVO
Price Range: 8500
Weight: 11KG
Frame: Aluminum alloy
Speeds: 3-speed
Wheels: High-grade chrome-plated reflective wheelset
Comments: A high-end folding bike, with single-sided front and rear forks, belt drive, and although it uses disc brakes, its unique frame structure effectively reduces the overall weight.
TOP9
Brand: JAVA
Model: FIT_16S_D
Price Range: 2880
Weight: 11.2KG
Frame: FIT ALLOY
Speeds: 16-speed
Front Derailleur: SHIMANO FD_2300
Rear Derailleur: SHIMANO RD_M310
Wheels: JAVA DECAF
Comments: A popular configuration, combined with its styling and weight, it is a bike that pays close attention to cost performance.
TOP10
Brand: KHS
Model: F20_T3F
Price Range: 5000_6000
Weight: 11.6KG
Frame: Reynolds 500 CrMo steel tube
Speeds: 27-speed
Front Derailleur: SHIMANO 105
Rear Derailleur: SHIMANO 105
Wheels: Super hard aluminum alloy, special stainless steel assembly, front and rear quick-release aluminum alloy hubs. 20"*1.35" 100psi high-pressure puncture-resistant racing tires
Comments: The frame uses Reynolds steel, and the shifting uses a road bike shifting system. Coupled with the rear shock absorption system, achieving this weight is commendable.
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