The BMC race-bike family is growing fast! With their new aluminium Teammachine ALR the Swiss premium manufacturer wants to make the performance segment accessible to everyone. Starting at € 1,299 the aluminium version of the popular Teammachine model wants to offer top performance at an affordable price. We took a closer look at the new aluminium beauty from Switzerland.
After introducing their new all-road adventurer the BMC Roadmachine X — which we have already tested — BMC is now launching a new aluminium racer called the Teammachine ALR.
In our first 2018 race-bike test the Teammachine SLR01 missed the victory by a whisker proving that the Swiss racing machine has a lot of potential. The genes of the high-end carbon SLR01 Disc model have now been transplanted into the new aluminium version. It’s light, stiff and according to BMC it accelerates like a true pro rig.
In terms of stiffness the new aluminium version gets pretty damn close to the SLR carbon version. According to BMC the bottom bracket is just as stiff as the high-end carbon version and the head tube only misses a fraction compared to the SLR01. The rear-end was designed to be almost as stiff as the one of the carbon version. The main aim of BMC’s engineers was to offer the highest possible level of performance at a very affordable price.
Stiffness is great but what about riding comfort? The BMC Teammachine ALR01 features BMC’s ACE-Technology carbon fork and D-Shape seat post — the same system featured on BMC’s SLR01 top-end model. Not bad at all! With its asymmetrical design the ACE Technology carbon fork features a chunkier fork leg on the disc side. This is meant to improve compliance without affecting performance — a system that according to BMC is way more effective than just increasing the wall thickness on the disc-side of a fork.
The D-Shape seat post already managed to convince us when we tested the BMC Teammachine SLR01 Disc. The flat shaped rear-end improves riding comfort and so does the integrated seat clamp which allows for an additional 1-2 cm seatpost extension.
In true BMC-fashion the flattened seat stays sit low on the seat tube and allow for additional comfort.
The geometry of the Teammachine ALR is entirely based on its big carbon cousin. Everything is pretty much the same except for the 10 mm longer head tube which allows for an extra slice of comfort and a slightly more relaxed sitting position. The BMC will be available in five sizes: 47, 51, 54, 57 and 60.
The most important features at a glance
– Internal cable routing
– D-Shape carbon seatpost
– ACE Technology carbon fork
– 28 mm tire clearance
– Quick release (for ALR Disc)
Models, specs & prices
BMC Teammachine ALR01 DISC ONE – € 1,999
Color Stealth
Fork Teammachine SLR02 Carbon Disc
Drivetrain Shimano 105, 50-34T, 11-32T Kassette
Brakes Shimano 105, SM-RT70 Rotors (160 /160)
Handlebar BMC RAB 03
Stem BMC RS M01
Seatpost Teammachine SLR02 “D” Carbon, 15 mm offset
Wheels Shimano RS-170
Tires Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 25 mm
Weight 1250 g (Frame), 405 g (Fork)
BMC Teammachine ALR01 ONE – € 1,499
Color Off White
Fork Teammachine SLR Carbon
Drivetrain Shimano 105, 50-34T, 11-32T Kassette
Brakes Shimano 105
Handlebar BMC RAB 03
Stem BMC RSM 01
Seatpost Teammachine SLR02 “D” Carbon, 15 mm offset
Wheels Shimano RS400 Naben, Mavic CXP Black Felgen
Tires Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 25 mm
Weight 1165 g (Frame), 375 g (Fork)
BMC Teammachine ALR01 TWO € – 1,299
Color Race Grey
Fork Teammachine SLR Carbon
Drivetrain Shimano Tiagra, 50-34T, 11-34T Kassette
Brakes Shimano Tiagra
Handlebar BMC RAB 03
Stem BMC RSM 01
Seatpost Teammachine SLR02 “D” Carbon, 15 mm offset
Wheels Shimano RS300 Naben, Mavic CXP Black Felgen
Tires Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 25 mm
Weight 1165 g (Frame), 375 g (Fork)
Geometry of the BMX Teammachine ALR01
| Size | 47 | 51 | 54 | 57 | 60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 442 mm | 505 mm | 535 mm | 565 mm | 600 mm |
| Top tube | 518 mm | 534 mm | 549 mm | 564 mm | 583 mm |
| Head tube | 118 mm | 138 mm | 157 mm | 182 mm | 210 mm |
| Head angle | 70.5° | 72.0° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
| Seat angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| BB Drop | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm | 975 mm | 985 mm | 1,001 mm | 1,020 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 374 mm | 383 mm | 391 mm | 402 mm |
| Stack | 515 mm | 539 mm | 559 mm | 583 mm | 610 mm |
Our take on the BMC Teammachine ALR01
With the new Teammachine ALR-line BMC is launching a price-aggressive performance package that is based on BMC’s high-end technologies. We were particularly intrigued with the BMC ALR01 model just because the disc setup reflects the current trends and is certainly a great option for everyone. For € 1,999 you’ll get a good package in a slick black stealth look. We can’t wait to take her out on a first ride.
For more information head to bmc-switzerland.com
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