Link C8 Overview:
The Link C8 brings our core technologies to a bike with an amazing price and even better ride. With unique folding technology, versatile gearing, and comfortable tires, the C8 is the People’s Choice. It folds fast and folds small—so that it’s always easy to tuck away or take with you.
- Entry-level price with advanced Tern technology, including the super-stiff Physis™ 3D handlepost
- Folds in 10 seconds—put it under your desk or take it on the subway
- 20” wheels make it easy to stop and go on busy streets
- Wide 8-speed gearing for climbing hills and racing through the city
- Fold and store indoors for the best theft protection
- Includes rear rack and fenders
Component Specifications
Frame & Fork
| Frame | Tern Link, aluminum, FBL 2 joint, 3 patented technologies |
| Fork | Integrated, hi-tensile steel |
Drivetrain
| Configuration | 1x8 |
| Shifter | Shimano, 8-speed, twist |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney TX |
| Crankset | Forged 6061 aluminum, 52T |
| Cassette | Shimano, 11-30T, 8 spd |
| Gear Range | 35" - 95" (2.78 - 7.57 m) |
Brakes
| Front & Rear | V-brake, aluminum, linear-pull spring, anti-compression housing, slick cables |
Wheels & Tires
| Rims | Aluminum |
| Tires | Impac BigPac, 50-406, Reflex |
| Hubs | Mini aluminum (front); 8-speed aluminum (rear) |
Cockpit
| Handlepost | Tern Physis 3D, 3D-forged, 5 patented technologies |
| Stem | Fixed height, forged quick-release |
| Handlebar | Flat bar, 6061-Al |
Geometry & Fit
| Weight | 12.8 kg (28.2 lb) |
| Folded Size | 39.5 x 80 x 73 cm (15.6 x 31.5 x 28.7 in) |
| Folding Time | 10 seconds |
| Max Rider Weight | 105 kg (231.5 lb) |
Published as a single frame size; Tern does not publish a seat tube/top tube/wheelbase geometry chart for the Link C8.