Brother Cycles is our favourite UK bicycle brand
Since we opened our doors, Brother Cycles has been our go-to UK bicycle brand. Their bikes are simply awesome to look at and ride, and their quality designs are built to stand the test of time
We've got a beautiful selection of Brother Cycles frames ready to go. And we deliver anywhere in the UK.
If you’re looking for something specific, we offer custom builds meaning we can create your dream Brother Cycles bike from the frame up. Explore our past builds, or visit the Brother Cycles manufacturer’s website and let us know what you fancy and we can order it in.
In stock frames ready for UK delivery or custom builds
“The Kepler has been a stalwart in our lineup for 6 years now and keeps going strong into 2021. We designed the Kepler with versatility in mind, it’s a gravel grinder, super commuter, galactic tourer… ready to tackle whatever you throw at it. So if you need a bike that’s as happy on the daily commute as it is on a weekend bikepacking trip, look no further than the Kepler.
The Kepler can run either 700c or 650b wheels and has clearance for 700c x 45 or 650b x 48 tyres to keep you stable when the going gets tough. The frame is constructed from double butted 4130 chromoly steel, a functional tubing which provides the perfect balance of comfort and durability and we’ve applied an ED coating under the paint to protect against corrosion. It’s fully equipped to fit front and rear racks, mudguards and has three bottle mount positions if you’re loading up for a longer trip. For 2021 the new Kepler now features flat mount thru axle dropouts with a replaceable derailleur hanger, s-shaped chainstays and a unicrown steel fork.”
FEATURES
Tubing: 4130 Chromoly steel - double-butted main triangle, ED coated
Brake compatibility: flat mount, 160mm max rotor size
Rear Dropouts: 12x142mm TA (included)
Seat post diameter: 27.2mm
Seat clamp diameter: 30mm (included)
Headset: 1 1/8˝ threadless steerer/headset (not included)
Front derailleur clamp diameter: 28.6 mm
Chainring clearance: up to 52-39-30t triple, 50-34t double, 48t single
Bottom bracket shell: 68mm bottom bracket - ISO threaded
Tyre clearance: up to 700x45c or 650x48c
Fork: 4130 Chromoly unicrown fork - 300mm steerer, 12x100mm TA (included)
Frame weight: 56cm = 2.25kg
Fork (with uncut steerer): 1.19kg
Tested to ISO 4210 standard
"The Mehteh is our Reynolds 725 steel gravel frame – a fast and agile drop bar bike designed for long days in the saddle on varied terrain. We’ve pushed the tyre clearances beyond what you’d find on the average gravel bike, giving the option of taking your ride even further off-road. Whether that’s an after work gravel dash or a full blown bikepacking adventure.
The personality of the Mehteh (pronounced /meɪteɪ/) is reflected in its name – a Himalayan word for the mountain-dwelling Yeti, which literally translates as “Man Beast”!
The Mehteh is constructed out of Reynolds 725 steel; a heat treated tubing famed for its strength and weight saving properties and an ideal material for the challenges of gravel riding and bikepacking. This is now matched with the new 2022 Brother carbon gravel fork – featuring full carbon construction, fender mounts, triple cage mounts on each fork blade, dynamo routing and flip-chip dropouts. The frame and fork have clearance for up to 650b x 2.2″ or 700c x 50 tyres to help you through the rough stuff.
Other features include thru-axle flat-mount dropouts, a replaceable derailleur hanger, 3 x bottle cage mounts, stealth dropper post routing and a custom Brother seat clamp, CNC machined in the UK.
As with all Brother products, the Mehteh has been tested rigorously, and it’s taken everything we can throw at it, from the rough tracks of the Scottish Highlands to the smooth gravel of the Bavarian Alps! Most impressively a Mehteh completed the 1,100km Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco.”
FEATURES
Frame tubing: Reynolds 725 heat treated chromoly double-butted main triangle, ED coated
Brake compatibility: flat mount, 160mm max rotor size
Rear dropouts: 12x142mm TA (included)
Seat post diameter: 27.2mm
Seat clamp diameter: 30mm (included)
Headset: 44mm, ZS44/28.6 upper, EC44/40 lower (not included)
Front derailleur clamp diameter: 28.6mm
Bottom bracket shell: 68mm bottom bracket, ISO threaded
Maximum tyre clearance: 700c x 50mm, 650b x 2.2"
Full-length cable housing guides for derailleurs and brakes
Stealth dropper post routing
3 sets bottle cage mounts on all sizesRear rack and mudguard mounts
Chainring clearance: up to up to 52-39-30t triple, 50-34t double, 48t single
Fork: 1.5″ – 1.1/8″ tapered steerer full carbon disc fork, mudguard/triple cage mounts, Dynamo routing and flip chip dropouts, 12x100mm TA (included)
Frame weight (medium): 2.2kg
Fork weight (uncut steerer): 0.55kg
Brother Cycles tough as nails, do it all steel 29er frame, huge amounts of clearance and one of our favourite rigid MTBs available.
Brother Cycles:
‘Our all purpose, tough as nails 29er/27.5+ adventure frame; designed to take you well off the beaten track and beyond. Whether you’re running a lightweight bikepacking setup, front and rear panniers for a fully loaded ’round-the-world’ tour or just stripped back to thrash some forest trails the Big Bro can handle it.
The frame is made out of tough 4130 double butted cro-mo tubing and comes with a 100mm suspension corrected fork, both with corrosion resistant ED coating applied. There’s clearance for big 29 x 2.6″ tyres or up to 3 inch tyres if you’d prefer to go 27.5+. It features stealth dropper routing, rack mounts, bottle mounts on the seat tube, down tube and under the down tube for an extra bottle or storage. The forks also feature triple bottle mounts to fit further bottle cages or Anything Cages. S-bend chainstays with replaceable alloy thru axle sliding dropouts allow for geared or singlespeed setups.
Like all Brother products the Big Bro has been rigorously tested out in the real world – we took prototypes across the South Downs, through Snowdonia National Park and up to the Scottish Highlands. The Big Bro has since completed two of the worlds toughest bikepacking endurance races – the 4,418km Tour Divide from Canada to Mexico and the 1,710km Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan.
For pre orders we are offering 10% off any component purchases made with us at the time of pre ordering this frameset, please email us with your order number and proposed parts list.
The current stock shown is in stock NOW available for builds/shipping.
FEATURES
Tubing: - 4130 Chromoly steel - double-butted main triangle, ED coated
Brake compatibility; 51mm IS disc brake mount, 180mm max rotor size
Dropouts: BOOST
Seat post diameter: 30.9mm
Seat clamp diameter: 33.1mm (included)
Headset: 44mm, SHIS ZS44/28.6 upper, EC44/40 lower (not included)
Front derailleur clamp diameter: 34.9 mm high direct-mount (adapter available separately)
Bottom bracket shell: 73mm bottom bracket, ISO threaded
Maximum tyre clearance: 29" x 2.6", 27.5" x 3.0" (note: not all drivetrains allow for these maximum tyre clearances)
Fork : 4130 Chromoly tapered unicrown fork, ED coated. BOOST
Full-length cable housing guides for derailleurs and brakes
3 sets bottle cage mounts on all sizes
Chainring clearance: up to 48-36-26t triple, 42-28t double, 38t single
Weight: medium (18") frame 2.60kg, fork (300mm steerer) 1.37kg
Tested to ISO 4210 MTB standard
"The Mehteh is our Reynolds 725 steel gravel frame – a fast and agile drop bar bike, designed for long days in the saddle on varied terrain. We’ve pushed the tyre clearances beyond what you’d find on the average gravel bike giving the option of taking your ride even further off-road. Whether that’s an after work gravel dash or a full blown bikepacking adventure.
The personality of the Mehteh (pronounced /meɪteɪ/) is reflected in its name – a Himalayan word for the mountain dwelling Yeti which literally translates as “Man Beast”!
The Mehteh is constructed out of Reynolds 725 steel; a heat treated tubing famed for its strength and weight saving properties and an ideal material for the challenges of gravel riding and bikepacking. This is now matched with the new 2022 Brother carbon gravel fork – featuring full carbon construction, fender mounts, triple cage mounts on each fork blade, dynamo routing and flip-chip dropouts. The frame and fork have clearance for up to 650b x 2.2″ or 700c x 50 tyres to help you through the rough stuff.
Other features include thru-axle flat-mount dropouts, a replaceable derailleur hanger, 3 x bottle cage mounts, stealth dropper post routing and a custom Brother seatclamp, CNC machined in the UK.
As with all Brother products the Mehteh has been tested rigorously and it’s taken everything we can throw at it, from the rough tracks of the Scottish Highlands to the smooth gravel of the Bavarian Alps! Most impressively a Mehteh completed the 1,100km Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco.”
FEATURES
Frame tubing: Reynolds 725 heat treated chromoly double-butted main triangle, ED coated
Brake compatibility: flat mount, 160mm max rotor size
Rear Dropouts: 12x142mm TA (included)
Seat post diameter: 27.2mm
Seat clamp diameter: 30mm (included)
Headset: 44mm, ZS44/28.6 upper, EC44/40 lower (not included)
Front derailleur clamp diameter: 28.6mm
Bottom bracket shell: 68mm bottom bracket, ISO threaded
Maximum tyre clearance: 700c x 50mm, 650b x 2.2"
Full-length cable housing guides for derailleurs and brakes
Stealth dropper post routing
3 sets bottle cage mounts on all sizes
Rear rack and mudguard mounts
Chainring clearance: up to up to 52-39-30t triple, 50-34t double, 48t single
Fork: 1.5″ – 1.1/8″ tapered steerer full carbon disc fork, mudguard/triple cage mounts, Dynamo routing and flip chip dropouts, 12x100mm TA (included)
Frame weight (medium): 2.2kg
Fork weight (uncut steerer): 0.55kg
Brother Cycles tough as nails, do it all steel 29er frame, huge amounts of clearance and one of our favourite rigid MTBs available.
Brother Cycles:
‘Our all purpose, tough as nails 29er/27.5+ adventure frame; designed to take you well off the beaten track and beyond. Whether you’re running a lightweight bikepacking setup, front and rear panniers for a fully loaded ’round-the-world’ tour or just stripped back to thrash some forest trails the Big Bro can handle it.
The frame is made out of tough 4130 double butted cro-mo tubing and comes with a 100mm suspension corrected fork, both with corrosion resistant ED coating applied. There’s clearance for big 29 x 2.6″ tyres or up to 3 inch tyres if you’d prefer to go 27.5+. It features stealth dropper routing, rack mounts, bottle mounts on the seat tube, down tube and under the down tube for an extra bottle or storage. The forks also feature triple bottle mounts to fit further bottle cages or Anything Cages. S-bend chainstays with replaceable alloy thru axle sliding dropouts allow for geared or singlespeed setups.
Like all Brother products the Big Bro has been rigorously tested out in the real world – we took prototypes across the South Downs, through Snowdonia National Park and up to the Scottish Highlands. The Big Bro has since completed two of the worlds toughest bikepacking endurance races – the 4,418km Tour Divide from Canada to Mexico and the 1,710km Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan.
For pre orders we are offering 10% off any component purchases made with us at the time of pre ordering this frameset, please email us with your order number and proposed parts list.
The current stock shown is in stock NOW available for builds/shipping.
FEATURES
Tubing: - 4130 Chromoly steel - double-butted main triangle, ED coated
Brake compatibility; 51mm IS disc brake mount, 180mm max rotor size
Dropouts: BOOST
Seat post diameter: 30.9mm
Seat clamp diameter: 33.1mm (included)
Headset: 44mm, SHIS ZS44/28.6 upper, EC44/40 lower (not included)
Front derailleur clamp diameter: 34.9 mm high direct-mount (adapter available separately)
Bottom bracket shell: 73mm bottom bracket, ISO threaded
Maximum tyre clearance: 29" x 2.6", 27.5" x 3.0" (note: not all drivetrains allow for these maximum tyre clearances)
Fork : 4130 Chromoly tapered unicrown fork, ED coated. BOOST
Full-length cable housing guides for derailleurs and brakes
3 sets bottle cage mounts on all sizes
Chainring clearance: up to 48-36-26t triple, 42-28t double, 38t single
Weight: medium (18") frame 2.60kg, fork (300mm steerer) 1.37kg
Tested to ISO 4210 MTB standard
Brother Cycles holds a special place in our hearts. Established in 2010 by two brothers born in the UK, Brother Cycles is known for its quality designs in the cycling world. We're proud to have worked with them since we opened.
Operating out of its headquarters in the idyllic Kent countryside, Brother Cycles embodies the spirit of a true family-run business - just like ours. Its studio, workshop, and warehouse serve as the hub for its entire operation, allowing it to meticulously design, build, and ship its frames worldwide.
What sets Brother Cycles apart is they create bikes they actually want to ride. Each design reflects their genuine love for cycling, resulting in bicycles that not only stand the test of time but also deliver an amazing riding experience.
Brother Cycles custom builds
Excited about a custom Brother Cycles build? We’ve crafted plenty for our community at Velo Domestique! Just fill out the form below, and we’ll contact you with all the important details.
Read our blogs
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Cycling dreams come true: Emma's Custom Big Bro build with Velo Domestique
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We talk to Will Meyer of Brother Cycles on building bikes and a global cycling community
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Brother in the Wild 2023
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Brother in the Wild 2023 photos
Discover the magic of Brother Cycles through Ben Ramshaw's videos: See their versatility across different terrains and get inspired to start your own cycling adventure
Ben Ramshaw Brother Cycles editorial series. Video 3/4. Featuring Dan Hellyer and his Brother Cycles Swift Track
Ben Ramshaw Brother Cycles editorial series. Video 2/4. Featuring Robert Jacob and his Brother Cycles Sunset Kepler Disc
Ben Ramshaw Brother Cycles editorial series. Video 4/4. Featuring Jenny and her Brother Cycles Stealth Kepler Disc
Ben Ramshaw Brother Cycles editorial series. Video 1/4. Featuring Dan Armstrong nd his Brother Cycles All Day Single Speed Cross build
Emma, Bournemouth, Dorset, UK
My experience at Velo Domestique was outstanding. Mike, the head mechanic, was patient, supportive, and genuinely enthusiastic. He shared a dream about building my perfect bike, demonstrating not just a selling technique but true passion. Their custom bikes offer incredible flexibility for any future adventures. I love my bike and the exceptional service at Velo!
Inspirational Brother Cycles stories
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RIDER AND RIG: MIKE AND HIS BROTHER CYCLES BIG BRO
Bikepacking.com talks to Mike Hayes from Cornwall, UK, in their Rider & Rig Feature. Once a competitive road cyclist, Mike has become an experienced long-distance bikepacker. In this discussion, he delves into his unique setup with the Brother Cycles Big Bro and opens up about how cycling has served as a therapeutic escape from depression.
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READER’S RIG: WILL’S BROTHER CYCLES MEHTEH
Check out Will's custom setup for his Brother Cycles Mehteh Frame, designed for a rugged trip across Scotland with Pannier.cc, as featured on bikepacking.com. He prepared for mixed terrain—from tarmac to singletrack—in challenging conditions with 700c wheels and 42mm WTB Resolute tires for optimal mud grip and road efficiency.
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THE BROTHERHOOD | KITTY DENNIS AND THE RAPHA PENNINE RALLY
Here’s a wonderful entry from Brother Cycles' Brotherhood journal series. Meet Kitty Dennis: a fierce fixed crit racer, avid bikepacking enthusiast, and the star of our fourth feature. Dive into her adventures with her Mehteh and learn about her recent 500km journey in the Rapha Pennine Rally. Brother Cycles beautifully captures the incredible things people like Kitty are doing on their bikes. Check out their blog for the full story
Showcasing the versatility of the Brother Cycles range
Jay Walden, Southbourne, Dorset, UK
“Great service from the folks at Velo Domestique! They sorted me out with a custom build on a Brother Mehteh frame. They were happy to answer any questions I had about the compatibility of swapping old parts over from my old bike. The bike shreds and has carried me many comfortable miles since getting it!”
Find us in our little blue Caravan at Brother in the Wild Dorset providing all your food and drink needs
SHOP PROFILE | VELO DOMESTIQUE, BOURNEMOUTH
In 2018, Brother Cycles spotlighted us in a shop profile on their website, exploring our journey in launching Velo Domestique and our experiences stocking superb brands like Brother Cycles.
Their journal entry is a glimpse into our insights on running a successful cycle café and the importance of partnering with brands like Brother Cycles, which prioritise their customers by crafting and designing bicycles that exceed expectations on every cycling adventure.
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