- Speeds: 21
- Weight: 13.3 kg (29.3 lb)
- Folding Time: 20 sec
- Folded Size: 34 x 94 x 79 cm (13.3" x 36.7" x 30.8")
- Sunny weekend rides.
- Exploring the new bike path across town.
- Cruising slowly down the boardwalk while enjoying the city lights.
The Espresso is the bike for urban adventures: to the park on a sunny weekend; down the street for a lazy Sunday brunch; or to the market for some fresh penne, organic tomatoes, and a bottle of wine. The ergonomic saddle, BioLogic grips, and upright riding geometry make cruising around town fun and comfortable. We’ve even stashed a large volume pump inside the seatpost. The Espresso folds in seconds to stash away easily in a car trunk, your apartment, or on the bus. 
- Upright and comfortable riding position.
- Large volume bicycle pump hidden inside the seatpost is always ready when needed.
- Folds in less than five seconds so you can take it anywhere.
- Fold it and store it in your trunk so you save the cost and hassle of a car rack.
- Shimano 21 speed drivetrain.
| COLORS |   |
| SPEEDS | 21 |
| FRAME SIZES | S, M, L |
| GEAR INCHES | 25" - 86" |
| DISTANCE: SEATPOST TO HANDLEBAR | Min: 620 mm (24.2") Max: 620 mm (24.2") |
| DISTANCE: SADDLE TO PEDAL | Min: 725 mm (28.3") Max: 955 mm (37") |
| FOLDED SIZE | 34 x 94 x 79 cm (13.3" x 36.7" x 30.8") |
| FOLDING TIME | 20 sec |
| WEIGHT | 13.3 kg (29.3 lb) |
| SUGGESTED RIDER HEIGHT | S: 157 - 167 cm (5´2" -5'6"); M: 167 - 183 cm (5'6" -6'); L: 183 - 193 cm (6'-6'4") |
| MAX RIDER WEIGHT | 105 kg (230 lb) |
| FRAME | DA Series, Joe Murray design, 7005 aluminum, custom-drawn Sonus tubing, patented ReBar technology |
| FORK | High tensile steel, integrated design |
| SUSPENSION | n/a |
| HANDLEPOST | n/a |
| HANDLEBAR | 6061-T6 aluminum, riser |
| STEM | Aheadset type, aluminum |
| HEADSET | Dahon Fusion, Zero stack, cartridge, conical spacer |
| GRIPS/BAR TAPE | BioLogic™ Ergo, AirFlo™ design, reflective end plugs |
| SADDLE | Dahon Comfort |
| SEATPOST | BioLogic™ Zorin PostPump™, 27.2 mm |
| SEAT CLAMP | Aluminum with high leverage lever |
| FRONT BRAKE | ProMax V, aluminum, linear spring |
| REAR BRAKE | ProMax V, aluminum, linear spring |
| BRAKE LEVERS | ProMax V, aluminum bracket/aluminum lever |
| BRAKE CABLE & HOUSING | SIS, Pearl silver housing, slick cables |
| FRONT HUB | Formula, QR, aluminum |
| REAR HUB | Formula, QR, aluminum |
| SPOKES | 18/8 stainless steel |
| NIPPLES | Brass nipples |
| RIMS | Aluminum, anodized silver, ground sidewalls |
| TIRES | Kenda Kwest, 26" x 1.5", skinwall, 65 psi |
| SHIFTER(S) | Shimano Revo, 21 spd, SLRS35-L/SLRS35-7R |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | Microshift FD-M22 |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Tourney TX51 |
| CRANKSET | 6061 cold-forged aluminum cranks, 48/38/28T |
| CASSETTE/FREEWHEEL | Shimano 7 spd, 14-28T |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | 5-piece, chromoly axle |
| CHAIN | KMC Z50, Narrow, Noiseless function |
| PEDALS | Suntour folding, non-slip |
| CABLE & HOUSING | SIS, Pearl housing |
| KICKSTAND | Aluminum, Dacromet bolt |
| CLIP SYSTEM | Magnetix™ system |
| WHEEL REFLECTORS | Cateye |
| FRONT & REAR FREFLECTORS | Cateye |
| ACCESSORY | Reflective pants clip |
| *Note: These are our standard model specifications. The specifications for your country may differ slightly. We do our best to ensure that the specifications listed here accurately reflect the exact parts found on our production bikes. However, component changes do occur for various reasons and there may be brief delays on site updates. Also our distributors also regularly ask us to make component modifications to better reflect the requirements of their local markets. We reserve the right to make component changes without prior notification, which may cause discrepancies with the information listed on the web. | |
AirPorter suitcase
El bolso carry bag
Fold/Unfold Guide
Rear Derailleur Manual
From the L.L.Bean website
Overall Rating: 5 out of 5
"This is a wonderful bike even aside from the fold up feature. It is sturdy, well built, comfortable, convenient size tires (like a hybrid), and is well suited for in town touring or short road trips. I have not taken it on a car or plane trip with me but it would be easy to do this. The really dedicated bikers here don't think much of it but it is perfect for me and for anyone who wants a comfortable unique bike. I have nothing bad to say about it. I fold it up and put it in the closet when I ride it to work. It shifts easily. The seat heighth and handle bar heighth or easily adjustable. This bike is well worth the money."
- By AceSavage from Rural Texas town of 25,000, May 2008
From the L.L.Bean website
Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 (5 out of 5)
"I bought this bike 2 years ago, and I have been extremely satisfied with it. I have taken it on the city bus (check to see if your city allows this), and on camping trips. I have carried it in car trunks, backseats, and in my Jeep wrangler. It's easy to fold and unfold. An excellent around town bike, very comfortable to ride. You should be aware that the manufacturer recommends against using this as a trail bike, and it's not really geared for speed on a long flat ride...but in all other ways it's been a great bike!"
- By lucky from Santa Barbara, CA, May 2008
"This folding bicycle is good value for money. It's a relatively inexpensive, full size folder whose frame folds in half quickly and easily with the added bonus of removable, hanging handlebars and folding pedals."
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"In 20 miles of riding on dirt paths, up and down
hills, and across streams, the bike performed flawlessly
and held up to the hardest riding."
- American Survival Guide, USA
"I am just writing to say that your bike (Espresso) is wonderful. This bike has made my summer one of the best. I have traveled with and biked on several trails in five different states. This is something that I would have never done before because I will not subject my car to a bike rack. Thank you."
- A. Kostenko, USA
"I have been riding my Dahon Espresso for a few months now and love it. I don't drive a car, so this is great to get around town or put on the bus or trolley. I am not mechanical at all, and was glad to find out it is very easy to fold up when I need to."
- C. Moser, San Diego, CA
"Last fall I purchased two of your bikes, the Espresso and the Mariner. They are without doubt the most versatile, user friendly, compatible, comfortable, rugged, and enjoyable bikes I have ridden. People marvel as we fold up TWO full size bikes and stuff them into the back of my tiny 318 BMW hatchback. What a trip!"
"I was very surprised by the ride, although I am slightly too tall (6'3" max) for the bike it rides as well as my Trek Hybrid, the gearing is ideal for the sharp hills where I live and is smooth and silent in operation. The Frame is sturdy and I have added some mudguards which don't interfere with the folding."
- C. Walker, UK
"I am the proud owner of 4 Dahon bikes. I have the Boardwalk 6, Mariner 20, Speed 8, and my latest the Espresso. I'm totally hooked and living in the NYC area, I get stopped on a daily basis by people who are impressed with these bikes. I spend more time showing them the features than actual riding, but I don"t min. Keep up the good work and who knows, a fifth bike might not be out of the question."
- K. Miranda, Flushing N.Y.
"I am totally sold on Dahon bikes. I have had my Espresso for a year and a half, and on a daily basis I cycle anywhere from 15 - 20 miles. I'd be lost without it!
- S. Rolfe, UK