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The limited edition British bike created by the well-known British bicycle brand Pashley in collaboration with Morgan, the oldest British luxury handmade sports car manufacturer, is now available for pre-order in China. Limited to ten sets of handmade boutiques, suitable for discerning collectors. Introduced by Pashley's official dealer in China, this one-of-a-kind bike is hand-assembled in the UK and will be on sale soon.
Pashley's co-branding with Morgan is unique. Pashley is the UK's oldest manufacturer of classic handmade bikes and has been working since 1926 to blend classic design, craftsmanship and modern technology.
Founded in 1909 and still independent today, Morgan is a big believer in speed and freedom, equally strictly maintaining high standards of hand assembly and customized production methods. Both companies are focused on maintaining the UK tradition of innovative engineering, excellence and a passion for speed.
The designers of the two companies, which are of historic importance in British cycling and car history, have combined the Pashley-Morgan 3 and 8 models, as well as the limited edition of the ten-speed Pashley-Morgan 110 to mark Morgan's 110th birthday. Let's take a closer look at these models and why experienced riders and collectors would be interested in them.
The Pashley-Morgan 3 is a tribute to early Morgan cars, inspired by the company's traditional racing cars. It's painted in iconic British racing green, with a 3-speed internal change and Sturmey-Archer brakes that not only have low failure rates, but also offer fairly reliable performance. Using an inner-curved handlebar and hand-stitched honey leather handle sleeve, this car features Morgan-inspired aluminium end caps, comfortable fit classic Brooks B17 leather cushions and sleek front self-powered lights, adding a classic British touch to every little bit.
Historically, the fuselages of these cars were originally handmade from lightweight, flexible but sturdy steel. Processed to ensure the durability of the structure, wood parts complement the metal. It's not just a homage to tradition, it's a well-thought-out technique that improves over time to bring you into harmony with your environment, a production method that is very close to Pashley's philosophy.
The Pashley-Morgan 8 uses the same hand-welded Reynolds 631 steel frame with subtle top tube curves and stylized race number plates. Its pearl silver paint work is inspired by the more modern Morgan sports car. The lowered handlebar provides a low handlebar position for dynamic riding. Handcrafted black leather grips are paired with Brooks Black Cambium C15 cushions with small fenders and ebony chain covers. In addition to aesthetic satisfaction, the running characteristics of this model are also good. The Shimano Nexus eight-speed internal change offers an excellent gear ratio range, and the tread-patterned Panaracer Gravel King tires are not only ideal for long roads, but are also ready to ride with you.
Another special bike in the co-brand, the Pashley-Morgan 110 Limited Edition. Coincides with Morgan Automotive's 110th anniversary. Each of the 110 cement-gray models is individually numbered with a stand lid engraved in the form of a Morgan speedometer. The Pashley-Morgan 110 features a 1x10 drivetrain with a Shimano Deore large gear ratio flywheel and powerful hydraulic disc brakes.
The frame is brazed with Reynolds 725 steel pipe by a professional Pashley craftsman and features a slightly curved upper tube, a unique S-shaped rear endshield and a unique backstay flake with an etched stainless steel surface. Brooks Black Cambium C15 saddle and Pashley-Morgan 8 derailleur-style end cap grips complement the full-length aluminium fenders and stainless steel fittings for 24/7 use, and the classic Coloral thermos is housed in a stylish bottle holder.
Pashley-Morgan bikes represent the highest quality standards and the tradition of two independent British companies that are the oldest leaders in the industry. There are only ten units in China that can be pre-ordered now, and it is definitely worth a try now.