My Brompton is ticking is that normal? Hub gear noise

A question we often come across / get asked is … my rear wheel is ticking a lot - is that normal The simple answer is (normally) yes It happens to a different extent based upon which gear is being used and if you are pedalling or freewheeling Gear 3 makes the most noise This video is in 4 parts - so you can skip to where you would like to go Intro 0:01 Why it ticks - a quick look inside the Sturmey Archer hub gear 8:40 Different sounds 6:30 Outtakes - where we got It wrong 8:40 We also have added some of the key parts / tool used in the Brompton hubs / video Below is a list of the items with the Sturmey Archer ref and some links - if there is anything missing - let us know and we will update it in these comments Gear indicator chain - HSA126 / Brompton part QGICH-SA[2] Cone nut - HSA101 - 2 used - one on each side of the hubhttps://brilliantbikes.co.uk/brompton... Clutch spring cap - HSA129 - we didn’t show this in the video Clutch spring - HSA128 Sliding clutch - HSA536 BWR Axle / planet / cage assembly - HSA797 - this is difficult to get hold of as it is made specially for Brompton Sturmey Archer Ball Cup spanner - HTR145 https://brilliantbikes.co.uk/hub-and-...