I've been commuting daily on folding bikes for over 20 years. Last week, I wore out a stem part after about 7,200 folding cycles. While waiting for a replacement part, I pressed into service my old Motobecane Mirage... the first bike I ever bought (in 1975). The METRA conductors gave me tacit approval, though technically it's not allowed during Rush Hour.
The part for my folder was delivered yesterday, but was stolen off my porch while I was out for my birthday dinner.
So I'll be on the Motobecane for a while...
1975 Motobecane Mirage. Original frame, rear wheel, drivetrain, brakes, saddle. Replacement front fork, wheel, seatpost and handlebars.
Sun Tour VGT Luxe derailleur. Original steel rear rim (poor braking!). There is now a cap on the valve.
Original head tube badge.