Details
Our essential city bike is a fan favorite for getting around town without working up a sweat. Stylish and utilitarian, the Franklin 8 enables riders of all stripes to simply hop on and go. The step through frame and color-matched fenders ensure easy riding sans wardrobe restrictions, while the lightweight design makes for smooth travel from brunch to the office and everywhere in between. With a wide range 8-speed drivetrain and puncture-resistant tires allowing you to conquer varied terrain, this bike is as versatile as it is stylish.
Size | Height | Inseam |
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Small/Medium | 4'11" – 5'5" | 28" – 30" |
Large | 5'6" – 6'5" | 31" – 35" |
Specs
Frame | Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons |
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Fork | Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons |
Rims | Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface |
Hubs |
Front Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H Rear Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H |
Spokes | 14G stainless steel |
Tires | S/M - Puncture-resistant 26x 1 3/8" Tires, L - Puncture-resistant 700x35 Tires |
Bottom Bracket | Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings |
Crankset | 3-piece cold forged alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated alloy chain guard |
Shifters | 8-Speed Twist Grip Shifter |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano 8-Speed |
Chain | KMC Heavy Duty with Rust Resistance |
Brakes | Front & Rear Brakes: Caliper Brake with Alloy Lever |
Brake Levers | Alloy |
Handlebars | Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem |
Tape/Grips | Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips |
Stem | Threaded quill stem |
Headset | 1" Threaded with Alloy cap, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring |
Seatpost | Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust |
Saddle | Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle |
Pedals | Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals |
Accessories & Extras | Heavy-duty alloy center-mount kickstand, heavy gauge chainguard and full color-matched front & rear fenders |
* Subject to change without notice.