the secret service looks like a standard dutch bike
designed for short haul commuting and errands in a city
the betty foy
as with most rivendells
is a touring bike for longer recreational rides
as well as running errands and commuting when properly equipped

fifty pounds is not unusual for a dutch bike
as they have sturdy frames and chain cases and skirt guards and racks and...

also
once you get the basket and fenders and racks and....
mounted to the betty foy
it will also be around fifty pounds