Originally Posted by
Jipe
The Helix has a kind of Lefty fork, the single tube will hit the front bag mounting block if it is mounted on the frame like on the Brompton (and some Bike Friday and some Tyrell). The only possibility seems to me to mount a front bag on the handlebar (like several KlickFix bags) but with such a solution the bag influence the steering and the weight of the bag must remain very low. But if you can show pictures of the solution proposed by Helix, I would be interested to see them.
Unfortunately, honour bound not to share the photos. I can assure you though that the mount (not a block) attaches to the frame like a Brompton and is designed so as not impede the fork tube. It is a simple and elegant solution.
Originally Posted by
Jipe
Fenders and rear rack are surely possible but they must be specifically designed for Helix.
The designs are Helix specific with dedicated fittings on fork and frame. Fenders look good in photo. I wonder about safety release mechanism in the event of something jamming between the front wheel and fender. Also is a very close fit and i wonder how well clearance will be maintained over time.
Only seen the rack as a rendering. Folds very neatly with the bike. Don't know how robust it will be.
Will defo get the fenders when available, assuming a more detailed view is presented and passes muster. Probably the rack too.