Brompton Saddle Height Insert
The Brompton Saddle Height Insert was a new addition to 2015 model Brompton folding bikes, but like so much in the Brompton design world is backwards compatible
We think this is one of the best enhancements / retrofit options to the Brompton - along with the rear frame clip.
Note: If you are sharing one Brompton with multiple riders, it's not quite so useful!
What is the saddle height insert for?
The purpose of the saddle height insert is to help you set your preferred saddle height - a bit like having a memory seat function in your car - but low-tech!
When you raise the seatpost as part of the unfold operation, the saddle height insert stops it lifting up too far - to a height pre-set by you
This means that you have to spend less time in pre-ride adjustment when unfolding the bike - one quick lift of the saddle / post and you are ready to go
The insert comes as standard to all new (2015 onwards) Brompton folding bikes
Free with new Brompton folding bikes
The saddle height insert is supplied free with all new Brompton bicycles - since 2015 - so an alternative to this upgrade would be to invest in a new Brompton bike :-)
Note: we don't fit with a new bike - it takes time for you to get to know your preferred riding height - once you have determined that, then you should fit it
Designed in-house at Brompton and patented, the saddle height insert is designed to make your Brompton riding life just that little bit easier
Fitting instructions for the height insert sleeve can be found on the download section of this page and come with it too
| Tools required for installation: 5mm hex / allen key Marker pen / tipex / masking tape Scissors / knife |
There is also an instructional seat height insert installation video on Youtube from Brompton - see below.
Brompton Q part code: Q100424
Brompton pre-2021 Q part code: QSP-HTINSERT
Brompton part number: 9000630