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2018 BMC

Roadmachine 02 FB

A carbon frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,799
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Roadmachine 02 FB
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

Roadmachine 02 FB

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
47cm

4'11" – 5'7"

51cm

5'5" – 5'9"

54cm

5'7" – 5'11"

56cm

5'9" – 6'2"

58cm

6'0" – 6'4"

61cm

6'1" – 6'6"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'10", size 54cm, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The BMC Roadmachine is celebrated for its versatility, blending the agility of a race bike with the comfort of an endurance model. Its lightweight carbon frame, precise handling, and compliance on rough roads stand out, alongside features like hydraulic disc brakes and clearance for wider tires. While praised for its performance and design, some reviews note a firmer ride than expected and a higher price point compared to rivals.

Pros
  • Lightweight carbon frame for stiffness and efficiency

  • Versatile geometry suitable for both racing and endurance riding

  • Hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power

  • Clearance for wider tires (up to 30mm) enhancing comfort

  • Precise handling and stable at high speeds

Cons
  • Firmer ride quality than some competitors

  • Higher price point compared to similar endurance bikes

  • Some models lack tubeless tires and have proprietary components

Key Quotes
The BMC Roadmachine 01 is today’s road bike.
Bicycling
"RoadMachine is it."
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
The Roadmachine is an endurance bike that performs like a race bike, but with far greater comfort.
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Road Bike Action
First Ride Video: BMC Roadmachine 01 Three

Dec 2019 · David Kennedy

BMC's latest Roadmachine

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Bikerumor
Review: BMC Roadmachine combines clean lines, stiffness, & curve-carving handling

Jul 2019 · Greg Kopecky

BMC brought out a new Roadmachine for the 2020 model year, with updates all around. Set as their all-around performance or "endurance" road bike, it is less aggressive than the Teammachine, and targeted at a more general audience - but with all the performance you could ask for. We took delivery of a size 58 test model to get more familiar with its behavior.

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Velo
First Ride Review: BMC’s updated Roadmachine

Jun 2019 · Dan Cavallari

Endurance bikes are dead, replaced by comfortable all-around bikes. BMC's RoadMachine proves it. Dan Cavallari went to Switzerland to give it a go.

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road.cc
BMC Roadmachine 02 Two

Apr 2019 · David Arthur @davearthur

A fast bike but lacks the comfort of other endurance bikes

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Cycling Weekly
BMC Roadmachine 02 Three

Dec 2018 · Paul Norman

The BMC Roadmachine 02 is an excellent all-rounder, and a great choice for a bike that will always thrive if you're making the conversion to disc brakes/

Highs
  • Stiff frame for good power transfer

  • Quality, robust Mavic wheels with wide tyres

  • Option to fit mudguards

Lows
  • Pricey for a 105 bike

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Gran Fondo Magazine
BMC Roadmachine X review

Jun 2018 · Manuel Buck

The BMC Roadmachine 01 has had its very own fan base for a very long time. In our group test in Issue #005 it stood up against a very fierce competition and bagged the coveted test victory.

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Cycling Tips
BMC Roadmachine 01 Two review: The endurance bike that thinks it’s a racer - CyclingTips

May 2018 · James Huang

Endurance road bikes have traditionally paired their softer ride qualities, slightly fatter tires, and mellower handling with more upright positioning, presumably to better suit the less-sporting aspirations of the people expected to buy them. However, what if you want all of those former performance qualities, but still want the bike to fit like a race […]

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Cyclist
BMC Roadmachine RM02 Ultegra review

May 2018 · Matthew Page

Sleek and beautiful to both look at and ride, finely balancing comfort and performance

Highs
  • Great looks

  • Comfortable on most surfaces

  • Hidden mudguard mounts

Lows
  • Mismatched axles

  • Tubeless tyres may have helped

  • High front end

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

TCC 02 Carbon, Angle Compliance Technology

Fork

Roadmachine 02 Carbon, Disc-specific

Stem

BMC LSM 01

Handlebar

BMC LSB 02

Saddle

Selle Royal 2075 HRN

Seatpost

Roadmachine 01 "D" Premium Carbon, 15mm offset

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano 105, 50-34T

Shifters

Shimano ST-RS600, Hydraulic

Cassette

Shimano 105, 11-32T

Chain

Shimano 105

Brakes

Shimano BR-RS405 / SM-RT54-S Rotors (160/160)

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Mavic Aksium Disc

Front Hub

Mavic Aksium Disc, Thru Axle (12mm)

Rear Hub

Mavic Aksium Disc, Thru Axle (12mm)

Tires

Vittoria Rubino Pro, 28mm

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