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A 700c carbon frame commuter e-bike with upper mid-range components and magura mt4 hydraulic disc brakes.
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€3,999($4,583)| Weight | 35.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | Magura MT4 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, though some find the riding position uncomfortable and the ride hard due to lack of suspension. It's noted for its lightweight, smooth power assistance, and attention to detail, but its high price and some component placements are drawbacks.
Minimalist design with efficient Shimano motor
Good handling and stability
Lightweight with smooth power assistance
Attention to detail and high-quality finish
Uncomfortable riding position for some
Hard ride due to lack of suspension
High price
Some component placements inconvenient
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
If 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 · 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 Premium Carbon, Micro Travel Technology, Flat Mount, 12x142mm thru-axle Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Ruby Red / Silver |
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| Fork | Alpenchallenge AMP Premium Carbon, Flat Mount, Integrated Cockpit, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Stem | BMC ICS 01 Zero Degrees - Integrated Cockpit Design, w/ computer and camera mount |
| Handlebar | BMC LSB 02 |
| Saddle | Fizik Taiga |
| Seatpost | Alpenchallenge AMP "D" Premium Carbon, 15mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore RD-M6100 12 spd |
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| Crank | Shimano FC-E8000, FSA Megatooth 44T |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M6100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore CS-M6100, 10-51T |
| Chain | Shimano Deore CN-M6100 |
| Brakes | Magura MT4 / Storm HC Rotors (180/160) Type: Magura MT4 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | SR500 |
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| Front Hub | Formula RX |
| Rear Hub | Formula RX |
| Tires | WTB Resolute, 42mm |
| Motor | Shimano STEPS E-6100 250 W |
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| Battery | Shimano STEPS BT-E8010 504Wh |
First added September 27
Last updated June 28
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