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")
 
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