Commuting, holidays, touring
Comfortable portable bike
The clever frame hinges make folding and unfolding very easy. The adjustable stem guarantees good posture. And thanks to the long seat post, the compact is also suitable for taller people. This makes this beixo an excellent take-away bike for holidays with campervan, caravan or boat. Compact, easy to lift and suitable for shopping or longer trips to explore the surroundings.
- Windward? Also available as chainless electric folding bike.
- Read more about the benefits Of a folding bike.
Ideal for boat, motor home or caravan
Each beixo adapted to the cyclist
High or low frame
Our specialists carefully adjust the beixo to the cyclist's measurements and wishes. This makes every bike ride even more comfortable. The compact has two versions. Both easy to fold and with stable handling. Always easy to keep your feet on the ground.
- Compact: Extra low step trough. Easy to get on and off.
- Compact High: Normal instep. Sporty look. View the Compact high.
F Sieswerda -
Since 2 May, we have purchased two Beixo folding bikes, the main reason being that they fit in the car and don’t get our clothes dirty with chain grease. Reliability and low maintenance were also key factors in choosing Beixo. They ensured we had a very successful cycling holiday without the hassle of transporting bikes on the back of the car, which also meant the boot remained accessible. It was very important to my wife that she could simply change gears when stationary without having to remember which gear she’d left it in. That usually went wrong with a derailleur, causing the chain to come off. The result was frustration and dirty fingers. With the cardan drive, this problem is a thing of the past. So for us, a standard bike is out of the question from now on!
F Sieswerda -
Since 2 May, we’ve bought two Beixo folding bikes, mainly because they fit in the car and don’t get our clothes dirty with chain grease. Reliability and low maintenance were also key factors in choosing Beixo. They ensured we had a very successful cycling holiday without the hassle of transporting bikes on the back of the car, which also meant the boot remained accessible. It was very important to my wife that she could simply change gears whilst stationary without having to remember which gear she’d left it in. That usually went wrong with a derailleur, causing the chain to come off – resulting in frustration and grubby fingers. With the cardan drive, this problem is a thing of the past. So as far as we’re concerned, we’ll never go back to a normal bike!
Peter -
I’ve had this bike for a few years now; I bought it as a nearly new demo bike.
I’m still most enthusiastic about the cardan drive. I only recently re-greased the whole thing, thanks to an instructional video on Beixo’s own website – it’s really easy to do yourself.
The only downside is the weight; I haven’t actually weighed it myself to check the advertised 15KG (I’ve found it weighs well over 17KG), and that makes it very heavy to lift. Fortunately, if you’re a bit nimble, you can push or roll it whilst it’s folded up if you need to walk with it (e.g. on the platform). But if you’re transporting it in a bag or cover abroad by train or plane, well, you’ll be lifting it like there’s no tomorrow.
I often get positive feedback and questions about it.
I’ve recently been on a few longer rides with it (40–60 km) and it’s perfectly manageable.
Personally, I really like the fact that the gear ratios are quite low. On ordinary bikes, the higher gears are often far too heavy, and the lower ones aren’t light enough. On this bike, the lower gears are actually really useful, and I usually use the highest gear when riding with the wind behind me or on a slight downhill.
Minke van de Ven -
I have been riding a Beixo Compact for several months now and I am really incredibly satisfied. The bike rides surprisingly stable for a folding bike and feels solid and comfortable, even on longer rides. What I especially love is the low-maintenance shaft drive system: no more dirty chain and hardly any maintenance required.
Folding and unfolding is quick and easy, making the bike ideal for travelling, in the campervan, boat or car. In addition, the Beixo Compact looks modern and sleek and I regularly get positive comments from people who see the bike.
For me, this is the perfect combination between comfort, practicality and quality.
Bert van der Heijden (geverifieerde eigenaar) -
I have had the Compact for over a month or so now, and am very satisfied.
I needed a new folding bike and was really on the fence what shall I do. The reviews of cardan were so positive that I went for it, and indeed wonderful. I certainly did not experience the stories of slower road cycling. I use my bike every day from Heerhugowaard to Amsterdam, and especially now with the rotten weather I'm quite happy. Of course it needs some tightening here and there, but otherwise it goes like clockwork. Thanks Beixo, and the people with the positive reviews 😉👍
Philippe -
I bought this folding bike at the end of 2018 after a test ride at the Beixo shop in Utrecht.
I have actually barely had any maintenance on the bike (just adjusting or replacing the brakes).
Several times covered distances >25km on this bike, quite heavily packed, and experienced no problems.
The absence of a chain has come in handy several times (e.g. when an acquaintance offered to carry me for a stretch in the car and that way the car trunk stayed clean).
At 15 kg, it is indeed quite a heavy bike, so I usually fold it (partially) out if I have to walk more than a few metres with it. Fortunately, the bike folds and unfolds very easily.
When unfolding, the parts already click into place and then you attach them extra. This makes unfolding easy and quick (because of that click), while with the extra fastening you make the bike stable and sturdy.
Smaller wheels make the bike less stable on rough terrain, but this applies to any folding bike and otherwise the Beixo is quite stable there.
In any case, I was satisfied enough to also recently buy myself a Beixo Slim for when folding is not needed.
Hanneke -
Lovely bike! Easy to fold and unfold. I have had this one for over
10 years and still as fine as the first day! Fits easily half folded along the wall in the hallway or completely folded in the boot. In fact, this bike folds in half, but can also stay straight while folding just the handlebars and saddle. Just short of five stars and that's because of the weight: Going up and down stairs in the station in normal condition is not an issue. When folded, however, it is a bit bulky and heavy to lift up and down stairs. Mobile on the platform, though.
Jeroen -
I bought it 2nd hand 2 years ago and have been using it to commute to work by train for 2 years now. A bike with a chain I have to take to the bike shop three to four times a year to straighten the derailleur. Never had any problems with this folding bike.
And for changing the rear wheel , thank you Beixo for the videos on your website. These are very informative for changing the inner tube.
Paul te Stroete -
Have had this folding bike since 2010. A slightly heavier gear configuration than the 7 it offers seems nice, the lightest are suitable for mountain ride in the Tour de France, but the heaviest not for time trial. The lock and I did not go well together, having broken the third one I do without. By cardan so clean it always gets to go in anyway.
anonymous -
Cycling on a Beixo is nice. You hardly notice you are riding a folding bike! No dirty chain is great!
Folding it and putting it in the car does take some effort due to its weight.
Benno van Winkel -
Purchased two compacts for our campervan. The customer's needs are well considered and options are considered. The bikes ride very pleasantly. They are on the heavy side, but the advantage of the cardan shaft is so enormous that we take that for granted.
Mariek ten Cate -
I did not know about this cardan drive, but now definitely see the advantages. The other day I was at the market in Italy explaining to a Belgian couple how pleasantly clean and safe it is. I have become a shaft drive expert
Mieke de Jong -
Bought two compacts via Rinia in Makkum, one high and one low. Fit nicely on the rear deck. The bikes attract a lot of attention in the harbours; we have already advertised this nice company a lot. We are thinking of eventually making the bikes electric. But for now, we pedal ourselves.