HEXATI T18 ELite – 8.8kg Full‑Aero Titanium Tri‑Fold Gravel Bike | SRAM 12‑Speed Electronic Shifting, Thru‑Axle, Schwalbe Billy 18×2.0 – Brompton T Line & G Line Alternative

The HEXATI T18 ELite is no ordinary folding bike. It’s a full‑aero, all‑titanium tri‑fold machine that delivers uncompromising performance on gravel, tarmac, and everything in between. Weighing an astonishing 8.8kg, it outspecs and outrides the Brompton T Line – and even challenges the G Line – at a fraction of the price.

Full Titanium Architecture + 3D‑Printed Precision
Every major chassis component is titanium:

• Main frame – titanium with 3D‑printed folding hinge and down tube yoke

• Rear fork – titanium, thru‑axle 142×12mm for rock‑solid rear end

• Stem – titanium with 3D‑printed folding mechanism & handlebar clamp

• Front fork – full titanium, 3D‑printed (except the steerer tube), thru‑axle 100×12mm

This 3D‑printing approach eliminates traditional welds in critical stress zones, delivering exceptional stiffness, tighter tolerances, and a flawless aerodynamic look.

SRAM 12‑Speed Electronic Shifting – A Folding Bike First
Equipped with a SRAM external 12‑speed electronic drivetrain, the T18 ELite offers lightning‑fast, precise shifts under load. Whether you’re grinding up a steep gravel climb or sprinting on flat pavement, the electronic groupset provides race‑proven performance rarely seen in the folding bike world.

Thru‑Axles – Real Handling, Real Stability
Unlike quick‑release folding bikes, the T18 ELite uses 12mm thru‑axles (100mm front / 142mm rear). This dramatically increases torsional stiffness, improves tracking on loose surfaces, and gives you the confidence to push hard – just like a full‑size gravel bike.

Gravel‑Ready Plus: Schwalbe Billy 18×2.0″
Rolling on carbon‑spoke wheels wrapped in Schwalbe Billy 18×2.0″ tires, the T18 ELite delivers a true plus‑size gravel experience. The extra volume and aggressive tread pattern soak up bumps, float over sand and loose dirt, and maintain traction on wet roots or rocky trails. It’s the closest you can get to a gravel bike that folds into a suitcase.

Stopping Power
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable, low‑effort stopping in all weather conditions – perfectly matched to the bike’s all‑terrain capability.

Why It Crushes Brompton T Line & G Line

• 8.8kg – lighter than most stock T Lines, significantly lighter than G Line

• Full titanium fork & frame – G Line uses steel fork; T Line has carbon fork but not titanium

• Thru‑axles – neither T Line nor G Line offers thru‑axles

• SRAM 12‑speed electronic shifting – no folding bike from Brompton comes close

• 18×2.0” Schwalbe Billy – true gravel tire, not a street slick

• Price – premium features at a surprisingly accessible cost

Perfect For:

• Gravel enthusiasts who need a flight‑ready, train‑friendly folding bike

• Performance riders wanting electronic shifting in a compact package

• Brompton owners looking for a genuine upgrade without paying luxury boutique prices

• Anyone who wants a do‑everything folding bike – from singletrack to city streets

Key Specifications

• Frame: Titanium + 3D‑printed folding hinge & yoke

• Rear Fork: Titanium, thru‑axle 142×12mm

• Stem: Titanium + 3D‑printed folding hinge & bar clamp

• Front Fork: Titanium, 3D‑printed (except steerer), thru‑axle 100×12mm

• Drivetrain: SRAM 12‑speed electronic (external)

• Brakes: Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes

• Wheels: Carbon‑spoke rims

• Tires: Schwalbe Billy 18×2.0″

• Folded Size: Compact tri‑fold

• Weight: 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs)

Questions or Custom Orders?
Interested in a custom build, color options, or component swaps? Reach out to our team:

• 📧 info@aerotibike.com

• 📧 leemom.yang@hotmail.com

• 💬 WhatsApp: +86 15353018848

The HEXATI T18 ELite – full titanium, full aero, full gravel. The folding bike that finally keeps up with your ambition.