Thanks smallwheeler and dynaryder those are some cool bikes.

I know that that smallwheeler showed some other bikes earlier in the thread that looked like good possibilities, I just need to go back and take another look. I recall a dutch bike, I believe, that looked intriguing and a couple of others.

The reason for the disk brakes is that I am thinking of using a hub motor. Maybe I am optimistic about the longevity of the bike but my concern with rim brakes is having to replace the rims as they wear down. Steel is required, perhaps not for the whole bike, but for the fork, if a front hub motor is mounted, as aluminum fatigue can lead to catastrophe. Interestingly, I believe the Hooligan has an aluminum frame, but has a steel fork, so that is good.

I see that it is possible to purchase a Respect frame/fork and I like the Respect pricing relative to some others. Perhaps i could get them to put a disc brake mount on at least the front, where the hub motor would be, for a an extra charge - I am in no hurry. But an adaptor could be the answer and help keep the price down.

Ideally it would be nice to mount fenders (Seattle), and not cost too much (wife).

I saw an interesting Spanish bike - Rabasa, I believe. Steel but no disc. I'll be in Spain in a month and who knows, maybe I'll go take a look.

To all others - sorry to get way off the topic of folding bikes. i know that there is a part of the forum devoted to electric bikes but electric bikes with 20" wheels are not in vogue there and this thread is running gallery of beautiful small wheelers.