The MBM Double 2 is a superb urban street road bike that has all the characteristics of the fixie but the added benefit of 2 speed "kick shift" hub gears & a rear coaster brake. So, if you find yourself tiring youve got a built in extra gear that is a bit easier to climb with, & that also allows them to coast down hills. With the Sturmey Archer S2C Duomatic 2 speed hub gears a little back pedal changes gear up or down & with a big back pedal the powerful rear brake engages. The result is a faster ride than a fixed geared bike, with better braking performance, but all the simplicity of a single speed fixie aesthetics. Frame: steel w/lugs 53cm/56cm Fork: steel w/lugs Headset: 1” Crankset: 48T anodized alloy Bb set: cartridge Front brake: anodized alloy Rear brake: coaster brake Brake lever: anodized alloy Free wheel: 19 T Pedals: nylon/steel Hubs: Duomatic Sturmey Archer Rims: painted alloy double wall Tyres: 700x 23 C Seat post: black alloy Stem: black alloy Handlebar: painted alloy Saddle: bassano Double 2 53cm frame is suitable for inside leg range of 31" to 35” 56cm frame is suitable for inside leg range of 32" to 37” MBM is exclusive to bikesdirect 365.com for sales in the UK & Irel&. MBM have been assembling bikes in Italy since 1972 & have always had an exceptional eye for blending quality, function & fashion into their bikes. From their base in Cesena, Northern Italy their design team create some unique utility bikes for modern urban riding. Some with classic vintage styling & others with a modern twist. Their aim is to add the ‘fun’ back into the ‘function’ with a fresh approach, great Italian design & superb finishing kit. By buying direct we have reduced the links in the supply chain to deliver great quality, great prices & the unique design of a MBM bike. Every bike is checked before leaving the factory & it is supplied approx. 98% built with gears & brakes pre-adjusted (set up to UK regulations). All you need to do is fit the pedals, position the handlebars & saddle & fully tighten. If a basket is included it will need to be fitted. If lights are included they should be considered as supplementry lighting & used in conjunction with a BS / EN approved lighting set when riding on the road. All MBM bikes exceed the latest EN European Safety standards.