How To Choose Foldable Bikes-Sizes & Gear System


Foldable Bikes come in different wheel sizes. Popular brand bikes come with a few different wheel dimensions: 16 inch, 20 inch, 24 inch and 26 inch. These dimensions will impact on the riding performance and ease of carrying your foldable bike.

16 inch diameter wheel size - It is light and compact when collapsed and ideal for taking in public transport. However, there will be a compromise for the compact size and riding comfort-ability. Comfort for taller riders would be disadvantage on long ride. If you want compactability then this will be your option.

20 inch diameter wheel size - advantage of performance and compact when folded. Foldable bike with this size delivers both comfort and efficient in ride and also ease of transport when you fold it.

24 & 26 Inch diameter wheel size - a normal size foldable bike that can be collapsed and efficient performance. Consider the advantage of this full size bike if you want a bike that gives you both performance and looks of a normal full size bike but come with folding availability.

Single or Multi-Gear - Single gear foldable bikes offers comfortable ride on level track but it is low in cost and easy to maintain. Multi-gears provide ease of cycling over hilly ground with the varying combinations of the gears. Such bikes are more pricey and requires specialist technician to maintain and costly to up keep.

Accessories for Selection of Your Foldable bikes


Finally, after you have made your final choice on the type and model of the foldable bikes, you have to choose your accessories to complement your selected bike. For safety, select components that are sturdy, durable and light weight. Once you have chosen your foldable bike, you proceed to choose the basic equipment, safety accessories like helmets, front and rear lights, bells, padlock and more. Once a final choice is made, ride safely and enjoy your foldable bike.

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