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Alpenchallenge AMP CROSS ONE
A 700c carbon frame commuter e-bike with upper mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
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$4,299| Weight | 34.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'8"
5'6" – 6'1"
5'10" +
Summary
The BMC Alpenchallenge is a well-regarded commuter bike, praised for its minimalist design, efficient Shimano motor, and good handling. It offers a comfortable ride at moderate speeds with excellent vibration damping, though some may find the riding position too hunched over and the lack of suspension a drawback. The bike's high-quality finish and attention to detail are frequently highlighted, but its price and some component integrations are noted as downsides.
Minimalist design with efficient Shimano motor
Good handling and stability
High-quality finish and attention to detail
Comfortable ride at moderate speeds with excellent vibration damping
Riding position may be too hunched over for some
Lack of suspension
High price
Some component integrations less elegant than competitors
The AMP AL Sport gives the nice feeling of riding along and not worrying that you need to add something to the bike.ebiketips
The Shimano STEPS E-8000 250W, 70Nm motor makes mincemeat of climbs
BikeRadarThe Alpenchallenge AMP ROAD sets a new benchmark regarding ease of use thanks to the completely integrated Shimano system.
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Apr 2021
Verdict: A high quality sporty hybrid with a smooth ride and quiet motor
Aug 2019 · Benjamin Topf
>With BMC's Alpenchallenge AMP ROAD, the Swiss company presents its first E-road bike. We have allready tested the bike for you.
Maximum ease of use thanks to the Di2 shifters
Very composed
Very powerful motor
Limited aggressiveness due to its urban-bike roots
Wide Q-factor
Sluggish over 25 km/h
Jul 2019 · Robin Wilmott
I’d like to think I could have replicated those figures on a good road bike without a motor, but I know that in reality, and at my current fitness level, I wouldn’t even get close.. .
Jul 2019
Sure, it's got a battery, but the AlpenChallenge Amp also borrows plenty of features from non-motorized road bikes to make it fun and comfortable.
| Frame | Alpenchallenge AMP, Micro Travel Technology, Flat Mount, 12x142mm thru-axle Color: Off White |
|---|---|
| Fork | Alpenchallenge AMP Premium Carbon, Flat Mount, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Stem | BMC RSM 01 |
| Handlebar | BMC LSB 02 |
| Saddle | Selle Royal 2075 HRN |
| Seatpost | Alpenchallenge AMP "D" Premium Carbon, 15mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano CR-E80 spider, FSA Megatooth 44T |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX, 11-40T |
| Chain | Shimano HG-601 |
| Brakes | Shimano UR300, SM-RT26 Rotors (160 /160) Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss R500 |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Formula, Thru Axle (12mm) |
| Rear Hub | Formula, Thru Axle (12mm) |
| Tires | WTB Nano, 40c |
| Motor | Shimano STEPS E-6100 250W, 60Nm output |
|---|---|
| Battery | Shimano STEPS BT-E8010 504Wh |
First added February 20
Last updated August 7
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