Preamble Flat Bar
by Surly
Preamble Flat Bar – Surly
Nothing more is needed. Nothing less will do.
Preamble is built around a simple idea, keep what matters and leave the rest behind. It’s a steel bike designed to be quick and comfortable on pavement, while staying confident when the road gets rough.
Smooth on asphalt, forgiving over potholes, and ready for everyday use, the double-butted Chromoly frame delivers that classic steel ride feel without overcomplicating things. Whether you’re commuting, cruising, or heading out on mixed-surface rides, Preamble just works.
Set it up your way. Flat bars, racks, fenders, bags, this is a proper utility bike that adapts to how you ride.
Highlights
- Durable 100% Chromoly steel frame and fork
- Comfortable, compliant ride on pavement and rough roads
- Rack and fender mounts for everyday utility
- Flat-bar setup for upright, confident handling
- Simple, reliable 1x drivetrain
- Sized for real riders with thoughtful geometry across all sizes
Key Features
- Available in flat-bar or drop-bar configurations
- XS–S frames use 650b wheels, M–XL use 700c
- Sloping top tube on smaller sizes for better standover
- Custom-cast vertical dropout design
Build Kit
Frame & Fork
Surly Chromoly steel, double-butted main triangle
ED coated for durability
Color: Milky Lemonade
Drivetrain
Shimano CUES U4000 1x9
40T crankset
11–46T cassette
Brakes
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes
160mm rotors
Wheels & Tires
Teravail Washburn tires
650b x 35 (XS–S)
700c x 35 (M–XL)
Cockpit
Kalloy alloy handlebar (9° backsweep, 35mm rise)
WTB Volt Wide saddle
Weight
Approx. 27 lb 7 oz (Medium)
A no-nonsense steel bike that does exactly what you need, and nothing you don’t.