Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 8 Speed

Comfortable, reliable, and stylish. What more can you ask for?

Our essential city bike is a fan favourite 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 colour-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 Chart:

S/M: 4'11" - 5'5" (Inseam 28" - 30")

L: 5'6" - 6'5" (Inseam 31" -35")

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Buy & Ride:

Once you have chosen your dream bicycle. All Brooklyn Bicycle Co. orders will be shipped to your local bicycle shop for professional assembly determined by your location . Our team will keep you notified along the way, until your new bicycle is ready to ride. 

Specifications:

Frame: Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons

Fork: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons

Front Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Rear Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Shifter: 8-Speed Twist-Shifter

Derailleur: Shimano 8-Speed

Pedals: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals

Bottom Bracket: Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings

Crank: 3-piece alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated chain guard

Chain: KMC Heavy Duty

Tires: M - Puncture resistant 26 x 1 3/8” Tires, L - Puncture resistant 700x35 Tires

Rims: Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface

Spokes: 14G stainless steel

Saddle: Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle

Seat Post: Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust

Handlebar: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem

Headset: 1” Threaded Alloy, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring

Grips: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips

Front & Rear Brakes: Tektro Dual-Pivot Caliper with Tektro Alloy Hand Lever