Many Bromptons were purchased during the COVID period, when cycling became one of the best ways to exercise, explore Singapore and spend time outdoors.

Since then, normal work and family commitments have returned. Some of these bicycles have remained folded in storerooms, utility rooms, balconies or corners of living rooms for several years.

If this describes your Brompton, it may still look almost new—but that does not necessarily mean it is ready to ride.

Tyres, inner tubes and rim tapes continue to age even when a bicycle is not being used. Singapore’s humidity can also encourage corrosion on exposed steel components. Before unfolding your Brompton and taking it back onto the road, it is sensible to have it properly inspected and serviced.

808 Cycles makes this convenient with two-way bicycle pickup and delivery in Singapore.

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