Bastille bike: urban performance, unmatched flexibility

The Bastille bike is an exceptional, fully equipped urban bike designed for city life — with the unique advantage of folding in seconds.

Easy Transport: Folded into its most compact form, the Bastille slips effortlessly into public transport or a car trunk. At home or in the office, it takes up less space than a traditional bike. Folded in its T-shape, it can be pulled along like a suitcase, following you everywhere: in an elevator, at the train station, in your office, or even on an escalator — no need to carry it; it glides behind you.

Reduced Risk of Theft and Wear: Being able to bring your bike indoors dramatically reduces the risk of theft compared to a traditional bike left outside. Storing it at home also protects it from wear and potential damage caused by tight parking spaces or outdoor exposure.

Comfort and Performance: When unfolded, the Bastille is a fully equipped urban bike featuring hydraulic disc brakes, belt drive, internally geared hub, and aluminum fenders. Its 27.5-inch wheels provide comfort and stability both on city streets and light trails.

Multimodal Travel: If you combine several modes of transport — bike, train, bus — the folding design allows you to switch quickly between modes without worrying about parking or storage.

Travel Flexibility: For those who love to explore, the Bastille is easily transported by train or car, giving you the freedom to venture beyond the city for longer rides or weekend trips.

The crankset motor is valued for its balanced weight distribution and responsive assistance. It appeals to cyclists seeking a sporty pedaling experience and support that is proportional to their effort.

At Bastille Cycles, we have chosen a different approach: a fully integrated rear hub motor. This system stands out for its absolute discretion, silent operation, and sleek design that preserves the clean lines of the frame. The assistance is smooth, fluid, and instantaneous, making it perfect for city riding and daily commuting.

This complete integration not only delivers a minimalist aesthetic, but also enhanced reliability and lower maintenance, without compromising performance.

A technological signature that perfectly embodies the Bastille philosophy: energy, elegance, and simplicity.

Unlike a traditional bike, the Bastille folding bike goes wherever you go — to the office, home, a café, or on the train. Once folded, it becomes compact and discreet, easily stored under a desk or by your side while using public transport.

This means your bike never sleeps outside, is protected from theft, and doesn’t require a bulky lock or a tracking device. It stays warm, safe, and secure, always ready for your next ride.

A smart choice for those who want the freedom of a bike without the hassle of parking or leaving it outdoors.

Wheel size has a direct impact on the comfort, stability, and riding pleasure of a folding bike. Smaller wheels, often found on compact models, make storage easier but can feel less comfortable on cobblestones, uneven surfaces, or longer rides.

At Bastille Cycles, we’ve taken a different approach with large 27.5-inch wheels, the same size as a standard bike. They provide enhanced stability, superior grip, and an exceptionally smooth ride, whether on wet streets, Parisian cobblestones, or fast bike paths.

Thanks to its ingenious, instant folding system, the Bastille remains as compact and practical as a traditional folding bike.

The best of both worlds: the comfort and safety of a full-sized bike combined with the freedom and portability of a folding bike.

One of the biggest advantages of the Bastille folding bike is its uncompromised mobility. Thanks to its ingenious folding system, it collapses in seconds into a compact and lightweight form, easily carried onto trains, the metro, or even buses.

Unlike traditional bikes, it doesn’t get in the way of other passengers and can be stored under a seat or kept by your side, making it simple to combine cycling with public transport.

This makes it an ideal solution for city life, commuting, or urban adventures, offering comfort, safety, and total freedom of movement.