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2018 BMC

Teammachine SLR03 TWO

A carbon frame race bike with mid-range components and shimano tiagra rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,799
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra
BrakesShimano Tiagra Rim
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Terrain
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Teammachine SLR03 TWO
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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

Teammachine SLR03 TWO

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews

Summary

The BMC Teammachine SLR is a race-oriented bike that excels in delivering a pro-influenced ride with precise handling, efficient power transfer, and comfort for long distances. It's praised for its energetic yet pleasing ride quality, superb handling, and excellent value, though some models may have components that don't fully match the frame's potential. The bike's design focuses on stiffness and compliance, offering a blend of race-winning DNA and long-distance comfort.

Pros
  • Precise handling and superb descending capabilities

  • Efficient power transfer and stiff frame for sprinting

  • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long distances

  • Excellent value with high-quality components at its price point

  • Pro-inspired design and aesthetics

Cons
  • Some models feature lower-level components that may not match the frame's quality

  • Can be slightly heavier than competitors, affecting climbing performance

  • Rear-end comfort may be harsh on rough surfaces

  • Tyre clearance isn't as wide as some competitors

Key Quotes
The SLR felt so calm and easy-handling otherwise that looking down at the road rushing beneath my frame was one of the best ways to get a clear sense of how fast I was actually going.
Bicycling
Creating a richly rewarding and enjoyable ride experience, we had to include it in Editor’s Choice.
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The pro-inspired frame genuinely delivers a pro-influenced ride
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Cycling Weekly
BMC Teammachine SLR 02 One Disc

Dec 2019 · Paul Norman

The Teammachine SLR 02 gives you performance plus comfort

Highs
  • Efficient, fast frameset

  • Comfortable ride

  • Excellent SRAM Force eTap AXS groupset

Lows
  • Wheels and tyres are a bit sub-par on a bike at this price

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Velo
Pro Bike Gallery: Richie Porte’s BMC Teammachine SLR01

Jul 2018 · Dan Cavallari

Richie Porte's Tour de France bike is decked out with Shimano Dura-Ace Di2.

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Gran Fondo Magazine
BMC Teammachine SLR01 Disc Team Review

Apr 2018 · Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt, Benjamin Topf

By winning last year’s GRAN FONDO group test with their Roadmachine, the BMC team proved they can build cool bikes indeed. At the same time, they set the bar very high. Can the Teammachine SLR01 Disc convince us on the hot tarmac of Girona? Can it beat the competition?

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road.cc
BMC TeamMachine SLR01 Disc Two

Mar 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur

Fast, stiff and great handling carbon disc race bike

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VeloNews
BMC Teammachine SLR01 Disc

Feb 2018 · William Tracy

This BMC bike's stiffness and stability make it a straightaway rocket. Aerodynamic touches and light weight also make it a pure race bike.

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Road Bike Action
BMC Teammachine SLR01 Review

Feb 2018 · Troy Templin

Swiss racing technology comes at a pedigree price 

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Bicycling
Every Race Bike Should Feel Like the BMC Teammachine SLR01

Dec 2017 · Matt Phillips

Quick, sleek, sharp, and efficient, the latest version of this road race model brings the danger—in a good way

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BikeRadar
BMC Teammachine SLR03 review

Sep 2017 · Simon Withers

Great value bike with efficient and responsive ride and good looks. Buy if you’re looking for your first ‘serious’ road bike and don’t want to break the bank

Highs
  • Pro bike-like ride, racy geometry and a very good price. Looks the part, too

Lows
  • Slightly heavier than the rest with some lower-level kit

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ACE Technology, 03 Carbon

Fork

Teammachine SLR, 03 Carbon

Stem

BMC RSM 03

Handlebar

BMC RAB 03, ergo top shape, compact bend

Saddle

Selle Royal Sirio S1

Seatpost

BMC RSP 03

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Crank

Shimano Tiagra, 50-34T

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra

Cassette

Shimano Tiagra, 11-34T

Chain

Shimano Tiagra

Brakes

Shimano Tiagra

TypeShimano Tiagra Rim

Wheels
Rims

Shimano R501

Front Hub

Shimano R501

Rear Hub

Shimano R501

Tires

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 25mm

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