Dahon MU P9 (PAA693) 9 Speed 16 inch 349 folding bike
$4,880.00
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The Dahon MU P9 349 (PAA693) Disc Brake Version is the 16-inch folding bike in Dahon's MU range with 349 wheels, 9 speeds and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, on an aluminium disc-brake frame with Dahon's DelTec cable. Dahon lists it at about 11.1 kg. It puts larger 349 wheels and hydraulic disc brakes on a compact 16" bike, for riders who want a small folder without giving up braking and ride quality.
Key Facts
- Category: 16-inch (349) folding bike, 9-speed, hydraulic disc brakes
- Brand: Dahon (founded in the USA in 1982, now mainly manufacturing in Shenzhen), MU "dolphin frame" series; Dahon Hong Kong calls it "MU P9 349 (PAA693) Disc Brake Version"
- Highlights: 349 wheels; Tektro hydraulic disc brakes; dedicated aluminium disc-brake frame (flat-welded, filled and finished joints) with Dahon DelTec cable
- Key numbers: about 11.1 kg; 9-speed; lightweight 55T one-piece chainring; KMC 9-speed chain with missing link
- Best for: riders who want a compact 16" folder with 349 wheels and hydraulic disc brakes; if low weight matters most, the MU SL D9 (9.88 kg) in the same range is lighter
What Problem Does It Solve?
A 16" folding bike folds small, but the 16" MU SL D9 in the same range uses V-brakes and 16 x 1.75 tyres. If you want disc brakes and larger wheels, the MU P9 349 comes from the factory with 349 wheels, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a lightweight sealed-bearing disc wheelset and Dahon custom puncture-resistant tyres, so there is nothing to upgrade yourself. Jollymap's video "Dahon's new 16-inch dolphin-frame folder: the MU P9" covers it in detail (Cantonese).
Who Is It For?
- Riders with hills or frequent rain on their route: Tektro hydraulic disc brakes give steadier braking on wet roads and descents.
- 16" riders who want 349 wheels: 349 wheels are fitted from the factory, no conversion needed.
- Riders who care about frame finish: the dedicated aluminium disc-brake frame uses flat welding with filled and finished joints, on the MU series' streamlined dolphin-style frame.
- Maybe not for: riders for whom weight matters most — at about 11.1 kg it is heavier than the 16" Dahon MU SL D9 (PAA693) 9 speed folding Bike (9.88 kg).
349 wheels
349 and 305 are ISO rim diameters in millimetres. Both are called 16 inch, but 349 is the larger size. Dahon Hong Kong lists this bike as "16 inch 349", with a lightweight sealed-bearing disc wheelset and Dahon custom puncture-resistant tyres.
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes
Dahon lists Tektro hydraulic disc brakes. Disc brakes act on a rotor at the hub rather than on the rim surface, giving steadier braking in the rain and on descents.
Aluminium disc-brake frame, flat welding and DelTec cable
Dahon Hong Kong's Chinese listing names a dedicated aluminium disc-brake frame with flat welding and filler finishing, and Dahon's patented DelTec cable. The DelTec cable is a tension cable under the frame, linking the head tube and the frame to form a triangle. Dahon does not state any weight or strength difference from the flat-welding process.
9 speeds, 55T one-piece chainring and adjustable two-section stem
The drivetrain is a Dahon-designed 9-speed system with a KMC 9-speed chain (with missing link) and a lightweight 55T one-piece chainring. The adjustable aluminium two-section stem lets you set the handlebar height to suit your height.
How to Choose a Dahon MU Model
This page is the 16" P9 349 Disc Brake Version in the Dahon MU series. Compared with the other models:
- Want lighter weight and V-brakes: the Dahon MU SL D9 (PAA693) 9 speed folding Bike is also 16" and 9-speed, with V-brakes, 9.88 kg (Dahon official), a 100 kg weight limit and a folded size of 75 × 35 × 62 cm. Dahon Hong Kong uses PAA693 as the model code for both bikes.
- Want the 20" version: the Dahon MU P10 20 inch 10 Speeds Folding Bike - PAA003 is 20", 10-speed with hydraulic disc brakes and an aluminium frame and fork, 11.9 kg with pedals (Dahon official).
- Want 20" wheels and 11 speeds: the Dahon MU LX 20inch Folding Bike PKA015 is 20", 11-speed with Dahon V-brakes, about 9.55 kg (Dahon official).
The table below compares wheel size, gearing, brakes, frame, weight and folded size across the four Dahon MU models in our shop. For the full Dahon line-up, read Jollymap's 2026 Ultimate DAHON Folding Bike Collection.
| Model | Wheel size | Drivetrain | Brakes | Frame | Weight (approx.) | Folded size (L × W × H) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dahon MU SL D9 (PAA693) 9 speed folding Bike | 16" (16 x 1.75 tyres, Jollymap spec) | 9-speed (Dahon custom) | V-brakes (retailer data) | Aluminium alloy | 9.88 kg (Dahon official) | 75 × 35 × 62 cm | Riders who want the 16" dolphin-style frame at under 10 kg, balancing looks and portability |
| Dahon MU P9 (PAA693) 9 Speed 16 inch 349 folding bike (this page) | 16" (349) | 9-speed (Dahon design, 55T one-piece chainring) | Tektro hydraulic disc brakes | Aluminium disc-brake frame (flat-welded, filled and finished joints); DelTec cable | 11.1 kg (Dahon official) | — | Riders who want to keep a compact 16" bike but with 349 wheels and hydraulic disc brakes |
| Dahon MU P10 20 inch 10 Speeds Folding Bike - PAA003 | 20" | 10-speed (Dahon, 53T hollow chainring) | Hydraulic disc brakes | Aluminium alloy frame and fork | 11.9 kg (Dahon official, with pedals) | — | Riders who want 20" wheels with hydraulic disc brakes and 10 gears |
| Dahon MU LX 20inch Folding Bike PKA015 | 20" | 11-speed (Dahon custom 54T one-piece chainring) | Dahon V-brakes | Aluminium alloy | 9.55 kg (Dahon official) | 81 × 38 × 65 cm | Riders who want 20" wheels and 11 gears on a bike that weighs under 10 kg |
Comparison data: Dahon Hong Kong official product pages, Hong Kong retailer specifications and Jollymap specifications.
Jollymap Recommendation
If you want a compact 16" folder but often meet hills or rain, the MU P9 349's hydraulic disc brakes and 349 wheels make it the higher-spec 16" choice in the MU series. If you carry the bike up stairs every day and weight matters most, consider the lighter MU SL D9. Dahon has not published a folded size or recommended rider height for this model; not sure it suits your height and storage space? Chat with us before ordering, or message our Facebook page.
Specifications
| Dahon MU P9 349 (PAA693) Disc Brake Version | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dahon |
| Model | PAA693 (Disc Brake Version) |
| Wheel size | 16" 349 |
| Drivetrain | Dahon-designed 9-speed system |
| Chain | KMC 9-speed chain with missing link |
| Chainring | Lightweight 55T one-piece chainring |
| Brakes | Tektro hydraulic disc brakes |
| Frame | Dedicated aluminium disc-brake frame, flat welding with filler finishing; Dahon DelTec cable |
| Stem | Adjustable aluminium two-section stem |
| Wheels | Lightweight sealed-bearing disc wheelset |
| Tyres | Dahon custom puncture-resistant tyres |
| Weight | About 11.1 kg |
| Colours | Shimmering Purple, Matt Grey, Shimmering Silver |
Specification source: Dahon Hong Kong official product page (dahon.com.hk). Measurements may vary slightly because of different measuring tools. Pictures are for reference only; the actual product shall prevail.
FAQ
How much does the Dahon MU P9 349 weigh?
About 11.1 kg, according to Dahon Hong Kong. It is heavier than the 16" MU SL D9 (9.88 kg), mainly because the MU P9 has 349 wheels, hydraulic disc brakes and a disc-brake frame.
What brand is the MU P9?
Dahon. Dahon was founded in the USA in 1982 and now mainly manufactures in Shenzhen; the MU P9 349 belongs to Dahon's MU "dolphin frame" series, with model code PAA693 (Disc Brake Version) on Dahon Hong Kong's site.
What is the difference between the Dahon MU P9 and the MU SL D9?
The main differences are wheels, brakes and weight. Both are 16", 9-speed bikes and Dahon Hong Kong uses PAA693 for both; the MU P9 349 has 349 wheels, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a flat-welded aluminium disc-brake frame and DelTec cable at about 11.1 kg, while the MU SL D9 uses V-brakes, weighs 9.88 kg and has a published 100 kg limit and 75 × 35 × 62 cm folded size.
What is the difference between the Dahon MU P9 and the MU P10?
Wheel size and gearing. The MU P9 349 is 16" (349) and 9-speed at about 11.1 kg; the MU P10 is 20" and 10-speed at 11.9 kg with pedals. Both use hydraulic disc brakes and aluminium frames.
What does 349 wheel mean?
349 is the ISO rim diameter (349 mm). 16" folding bikes commonly use either 305 or 349 rims; both are called 16 inch, but 349 is larger. The MU P9 349 comes with 349 wheels, so replacement tyres and tubes must be 349 size.
What brakes does the Dahon MU P9 349 use?
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, as listed by Dahon Hong Kong. After riding in the rain, wipe the frame dry; if the brakes feel soft or make noise, have them checked promptly, and contact us if you have questions.
What is the maximum load of the Dahon MU P9 349?
Dahon Hong Kong has not published a maximum load for the MU P9 349. The MU SL D9 in the same range lists a 100 kg weight limit; if you are a heavier rider, contact us to confirm before ordering.
Can I take the Dahon MU P9 349 on the MTR?
Dahon has not published this model's folded size, so it cannot be judged from official figures. MTR luggage must not exceed 170 cm in combined length, width and height; franchised buses only allow free carriage of items up to 5 kg and 0.1 cubic metres under the Public Bus Services Regulations (Cap. 230A, section 14), which a folding bike generally exceeds, and minibuses are not guaranteed.
What colours does the Dahon MU P9 349 come in?
Shimmering Purple, Matt Grey and Shimmering Silver on this page; Dahon Hong Kong lists the same bike in Purple Gradient, Grey and Silver. To check the actual shade before ordering, chat with us.
Specifications and components follow the manufacturer's latest release and may change without notice. If in doubt, please contact us to confirm before ordering.
Last updated: October 2026
