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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n

At Bernds, development, production, and sales and service are all done by the same people. This lets us react more directly to problems and suggestions. And since there are a few questions that we end up answering quite often, here\u2019s an overview of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Aren\u2019t Bernds bikes bigger and heavier than other bikes?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
How much does a Bernds weigh in comparison?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why do they cost what they do?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
How well do Bernds bikes maintain their value?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Does a toothed belt drive last just as long as one with a chain?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Isn\u2019t rolling resistance greater with smaller wheels than in 28\u201d bikes?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Where can I test-ride a Bernds?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Is it possible to mount a baby seat?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Can a child ride along on a Bernds tandem?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Is it possible to transport cargo, and if so, how?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why does Bernds use 20\u201d wheels?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why can\u2019t shock-absorbed seat posts and saddles be used?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why doesn\u2019t Bernds build full-suspension bikes?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why does the rear wheel rest on the mudguard? Won\u2019t the mudguard break?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
How safe are folding handlebars?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Don\u2019t small wheels make you pedal more?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Why do the handlebars dangle like that? And where do they go when the bike’s folded?<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

Aren\u2019t Bernds bikes bigger and heavier than other folding bikes?<\/h2>\n

Since our bikes use 20\u201d wheels, they have slightly different folding dimensions than bikes with wheels that are smaller still. They fold up taller, but quite a bit less wide than others. And while that may look bigger at first, the flatter dimensions turn out to be an advantage in many situations of actual use. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

How much does a Bernds weigh in comparison?<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve measured that. Our bikes weigh the same as comparable models, comparably equipped. Depending on how it\u2019s equipped, our Folding Bike can weigh as little as 9.6 kg. But it can take a load of up to 140 kg. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Why do they cost what they do?<\/h2>\n

We produce our bikes in Germany. We do most things by hand. We know most of our customers personally. We build to order. And we\u2019re constantly developing both ourselves and our products.
\nThomas Bernds built his first tandem at the age of eight, starting from two old frames. He named it Otto. And it\u2019s the passion he brought to bear in that initial project that still drives us today. If you compare the prices on the market, you\u2019ll see that we\u2019re in pretty good company. But in numerous details, our bikes are actually in a league of their own.<\/p>\n

A Bernds is built to withstand intensive use. And that\u2019s an investment in your own happiness and quality of life, day-in and day-out. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

How well do Bernds bikes maintain their value?<\/h2>\n

Even our base models tend to fetch thoroughly respectable prices on the used bike market. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Does a toothed belt drive last just as long as one with a chain?<\/h2>\n

Yes. And in the case of the carbon belt by Gator, even longer. The main wear item in a toothed belt drive system is the rear sprocket, which lasts about as long as a chain sprocket. It can be replaced using common tools. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Isn\u2019t rolling resistance greater with smaller wheels than in 28\u201d bikes?<\/h2>\n

No, because they use bearings that are every bit as good as those used with larger wheels. And in fact: 20\u201d wheels\u2019 smaller surface area in contact with the ground means that their rolling resistance is actually less. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Where can I test-ride a Bernds?<\/h2>\n

On location:<\/strong> At our headquarters in \u00dcberlingen, you can test-ride all our products with various combinations of options and obtain lots of advice from us personally. You can also get an impression of how we manufacture our bikes, as well as of the folks who do the manufacturing.
\nAt trade fairs and special events:<\/strong> We visit trade fairs year-round. In addition to bike trade fairs like Eurobike, IFMA and Spezi, you\u2019ll also run into us at events with special culinary offerings and broad selections of special hand-manufactured products.
\nOr test a bike close to home:<\/strong> You can also have a Bernds delivered to your area for testing with no strings attached. Find out more about how this works here<\/a>, or by calling us on the phone or sending an e-mail to us at info@bernds.de<\/a>.
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Is it possible to mount a baby seat?<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s technically possible to mount a baby seat either in front or in the rear\u2014but regulations on mounting baby seats differ from country to country. As an alternative, we recommend using baby trailers.<\/p>\n

When selecting a baby seat, ask us whether the one you\u2019re considering will work on a Bernds. Your baby seat should not be shock-absorbed. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Can a child ride along on a Bernds tandem?<\/h2>\n

Yes! One of the special features of the Bernds tandem is that it\u2019s suitable for individuals 1.40 m tall and larger\u2014that includes many children aged 14 and up. Still smaller folks can also ride along, but for them, we recommend shortened cranks or additional pedal mounts to acheive the same effect. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Is it possible to transport cargo, and if so, how?<\/h2>\n

Lots of different cargo systems can be mounted on Bernds frames. Bernds offers you the following solutions:<\/p>\n

Frame-mounted front rack:<\/strong>
\nAll our frames feature a stable standard mount for fastening a front rack, which is far more secure than solutions that attach to the handlebars.<\/p>\n

Brompton Front Carrier Block:<\/strong>
\nThere\u2019s a wide range of high-quality cargo bags that are compatible with this; maximum load is ca. 10 kg.<\/p>\n

Front-mounted Klickfix adapter:<\/strong>
\nFor bags and baskets made with the well-known Klickfix system by Rixen und Kaul; takes weights of up to ca. 7 kg.<\/p>\n

Rear-mounted Klickfix adapter:<\/strong>
\nThis fastens to the seat post and can hold bags made for up to 10 kg.<\/p>\n

Lowrider:<\/strong>
\nOur Bernds Lowrider provides all standard bike bags with a safe place. Suitable for weights of up to 15 kg.<\/p>\n

Rear-wheel luggage rack with wheels:<\/strong>
\nAlso suitable for cargo bags. It will haul up to 25 kg.<\/p>\n

Bernds bikes are also suitable for pulling trailers. In fact, some of our customers say that they do this particularly well! Bernds trailer systems, whether for the Bernds Folding Bike or for the Tandem, are especially compact and provide easier on-the-road handling than traditional trailer systems. back to the top<\/a><\/p>\n

Why does Bernds use 20\u201d wheels?<\/h2>\n

20\u201d-diameter wheels offer a lot of\u2014in our opinion, decisive\u2014advantages over their larger relatives:<\/p>\n

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