Derailleur protector for P line brompton

[TC99]

I like my P Line. Nice and shiny. The rear derailleur looks a bit vulnerable if crashed though. Is there a derailleur protector made for the Brompton that will fit the mounting holes there?

 

[mitchibob]

I've had a few crashes. Derailleur fine. Chain tensioner too. Never considered it to be particularly vulnerable, compared to damage done to own body.

 

[ExBrit]

I like my P Line. Nice and shiny. The rear derailleur looks a bit vulnerable if crashed though. Is there a derailleur protector made for the Brompton that will fit the mounting holes there?

I wouldn't worry about it too much. Replacing the derailer isn't expensive and it isn't as vulnerable as you might think. Enjoy your ride. It's a fascinating bike.

 

[brommieinkorea]

Finally got a good close up look at the new P line at Brompton Junction Kobe. The rear end seems to be an improvement. I didn't think the derailleur stuck out, at least not compared to normal derailleur bikes. I've crashed an S6R and didn't damage anything in the drivetrain, you'll be fine. This is not a suggestion that you go crash testing your bike.

 

[u_i]

I like my P Line. Nice and shiny. The rear derailleur looks a bit vulnerable if crashed though. Is there a derailleur protector made for the Brompton that will fit the mounting holes there?

In my opinion, the greatest danger comes from the chain potentially dropping, getting stuck on the derailleur pulley, and cracking the derailleur when the chain is pulled with pedals. To suppress this danger, the piece holding the pulley from the rear may be replaced with a build-up plate.