Extra Light Brompton 16 inch front wheel
Note: Discontinued by Brompton at the end of 2025 - there is no silver alternative superlight wheel
Saving 115g on the standard Brompton wheel
This replacement Brompton front wheel has a hollow axle and is secured using an Allen / Hex bolt (included). The wheel weighs in (according to our scales) at 535g - perfect for those wanting to lose a bit of weight.
Rim tape and axle fittings are also included.
This wheel fits all 16 inch wheel Brompton folding bikes (except for the electric)
The front bearings can be replaced with x2 6900 bearings
Installation instructions:
Insert the allen bolt through the front axle spacer bush and tab washer, and into the axle from the right hand side. Make sure that the left hand tab washer and wire-form are in place, and screw in the left hand nut and tighten.
These instructions, along with diagram are also supplied with the wheel
Here is a very short video showing how to remove the Brompton superlight / extra light front wheel
and here's a video showing how to remove and re-install a Brompton front wheel
Brompton Q part code: QFWSS-SL
Brompton old Q part code (pre 2015): QFWSS-XL
Brompton part number: 9025015
Specifications
| Brand | Brompton |