Tern Verge S8i

The Tern Verge S8i is the ultimate folding bike for urban commuters seeking a blend of performance, convenience, and low maintenance. Designed with a Gates Carbon Drive belt and Shimano's 8-speed Alfine internal-gear hub, it offers a quiet, clean, and grease-free ride—perfect for those who want to avoid the hassle of traditional chains and derailleurs.

Its extra-long wheelbase and Schwalbe Big Apple tires ensure a smooth and stable ride over potholes and rough terrain. The bike folds in under 10 seconds to a compact size, making it easy to store under a desk or in a car trunk. With Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes, an Andros™ handlebar stem for tool-free adjustments, and a built-in BioLogic Joule™ 3 hub-powered light, the Verge S8i is ready for any commute, rain or shine.

Whether you're navigating city streets or embarking on weekend adventures, the Tern Verge S8i combines cutting-edge technology with portability, ensuring you enjoy every ride to the fullest.

General Info

Speeds: 1 x 8

Weight: 14.3 kg (31.5 lb)

Gear Inches: 27" - 83" (2.15 - 6.60 m)

Folding Size: 42 × 81 × 73 cm (16.5 × 31.9 × 28.7 in)

Folding Time: 10 sec

Frame Sizes: One size

Distance: Seatpost to Handlebar: 57 - 64 cm (22.4 - 25.2 in)

Distance: Saddle to Pedal: 71 - 96 cm (28 - 37.8 in)

Suggested Rider Height: 142 - 190 cm (55.9 - 74.8 in)

Max Gross Vehicle Weight: 120 kg (264.6 lb)

Max Rider Weight: 105 kg (231.5 lb)

Frame

Frame: Tern Verge, hydroformed aluminum w/ smooth TIG welding, OCL+ joint, 3 patented technologies

Fork: Tarsus, 6061-AL, hydroformed

Cockpit

Handlepost: Tern Physis 3D (G2), 3D forged, 5 patented technologies, 12°, 350 mm

Stem: Tern Andros, adjustable, forged construction, patented technology

Headset: Flux Pro, angular contact bearings, Physis integrated

Handlebar: Kinetix Comp, double-butted 6061-AL

Grips/Bar Tape: Phorm, w/ bar end

Saddle: Tern Porter+, patented GripPad design, PrimeGel padding

Seatpost: Stasis by Syntace, 7050-AL, hard-anodized

Seatpost Clamp: Syntace OverLock

Brakes

Front Brake: Shimano, hydraulic disc

Rear Brake: Shimano, hydraulic disc

Brake Levers: Shimano, hydraulic disc

Brake Cable & Housing: Shimano, hydraulic

Wheels

Front Hub: BioLogic Joule 3 dynamo, disc

Rear Hub: Shimano Alfine, 8 spd

Spokes & Nipples: Stainless, double-butted

Rims: Kinetix Comp, doublewall

Tires: Schwalbe Big Apple 55-406, puncture protection, Reflex

Transmission

Shifter(s): Shimano Alfine, 1 x 8 spd

Crankset: Gates Carbon Drive

Cassette/Freewheel: Gates CDX, precision CNC machined cog

Bottom Bracket: Cartridge, sealed bearings

Chain: Gates Carbon Drive belt

Pedals: MKS UB-LITE EZY, QR

Shifter Cable & Housing: Shimano