Originally Posted by
tds101
You may prefer a Dahon, and the pricing might be better in most instances, but build quality, longevity, durability, reliability, etc,...that's the domain of the Brompton. You may prefer the Curl (I own 2 Dahon's myself, but not a Brompton), and I prefer dahon for it's affordability, but the Brompton is the bike that stands the test of time.
The Curl, at a much more reasonable price point, would definitely have gotten me to purchase it. Priced almost equally against a Brompton, the Brompton is the clear cut winner. I'll wait to eventually purchase a Brommie instead.
Another consideration - does the Curl use proprietary parts or is it more adaptable to standard aftermarket options? And, does it have more options in terms of fit (ability to change handlebars) without issues with cabling and folding?
Just curious...these are areas where the Curl could separate itself from the brompton.