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Alpenchallenge AMP SPORT THREE DB
A 700c carbon frame commuter e-bike with high-end components and shimano grx 400 hydraulic disc brakes.
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€4,499($5,156)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | GRX 800, GRX 600 |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'8"
5'6" – 6'1"
5'10" +
Summary
The BMC Alpenchallenge is a versatile 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 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
BikeRadarIf the optical integration was as good as its ease of use, the BMC could be right at the top of our list.
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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
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.
Jul 2018 · Robin Wilmott
E-bike climbing is definitely smoother when seated, as sudden out of the saddle bursts of pedalling can confuse the motor during each transition between seated and standing, making things a little jerky.
| Frame | Alpenchallenge AMP Premium Carbon, Micro Travel Technology, Flat Mount, 12x142mm thru-axle Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Carbon & Neon Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Alpenchallenge AMP Premium Carbon, Flat Mount, Integrated Cockpit, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Stem | BMC RSM 01 |
| Handlebar | BMC RAB 02, ergo top shape, compact bend |
| Saddle | Fizik Taiga |
| Seatpost | Alpenchallenge AMP "D" Premium Carbon, 15mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX Shadow Plus RD-RX812 |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano FC-E8000, FSA Megatooth 44T |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX600 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-42T |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG601 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX400 / Shimano SM-RT66 Rotors (180/160) Type: Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | SR500 |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Formula RX |
| Rear Hub | Formula RX |
| Tires | WTB Byway 34mm |
| Motor | Shimano STEPS E-6100 250W, 60Nm output |
|---|---|
| Battery | Shimano STEPS BT-E8010 504Wh |
First added June 2
Last updated June 2
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