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URS 01 THREE
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
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$5,299| Weight | 20.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | GX Eagle AXS, Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
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Summary
The BMC URS gravel bike family is praised for its innovative suspension and geometry, offering a blend of speed, comfort, and off-road capability. Reviews highlight its stable ride quality, effective micro-suspension system, and forward-thinking design, though some note limitations in tire clearance and suspension tuning.
Innovative suspension system enhances ride quality and control
Forward-thinking geometry improves stability and handling
Effective at absorbing high-frequency vibrations for a smoother ride
Light and lively feel with a pliant yet efficient ride
Quality fittings and accurate gear shifts
Limited tire clearance compared to some competitors
Suspension tuning and servicing can be complex and costly
Some models may feel heavy compared to more traditional gravel bikes
Top-out clunk from front suspension can be noticeable
ActiveRide feature on some models may affect pedaling efficiency
It’s fast, light, and can fit 33mm file-tread tires, which was about all that I needed for the inaugural BWR NC.
BikerumorWhether it offers a novel advantage or whether the 20 mm of front suspension is simply a novelty will depend on where and how you plan to ride it.
Cycling TipsAfter my short time riding the URS LT, it was clear that it's a very capable gravel bike which after some suspension fettling and a tyre upgrade, could really show how unrestricted it actually is.
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Apr 2022 · Warren Rossiter
Super-comfortable, high-performing gravel bike
Stunning looks
Super-smooth ride
Great handling
Stiff saddle
Alloy bar is under-spec for the status
Nov 2021 · Sam Challis
The SRAM XPLR-equipped BMC URS 01 could be the ideal bike for the right type of rider
Forward-thinking geometry
Neat MTT rear suspension unit
Innovative componentry
Nice gearing spread
Overall weight
'ActiveRide' function of the Rockshox Reverb seatpost isn’t easy to use
Some riders might be better served by a mountain bike
Sep 2021 · Tyler Benedict
If you want a gravel bike that can handle all-day rides on rough terrain (or sneak a lap on the XC trails), the BMC URS LT is worth a look.
Sep 2021 · Graham Cottingham
BMC offers the fully suspended micro-suspension experience with its new URS LT ‘Gravel Plus’ bike
MTT suspension does an incredible job at absorbing high-frequency vibrations
Huge gear range and smooth wireless shifting from SRAM’s XPLR/X01 mullet groupset
Downtube and fork dropout protection
Minimal fork design looks sleeker than the MTB style gravel suspension
45mm tyre clearance falls a little short of the gravel tyre clearance status quo
Standard 40mm tyre spec feels small for an adventure orientated bike
Top out clunk from the front suspension is noticeable when unweighting the bike
Suspension tuning comes with additional costs
No fork leg luggage bosses
Sep 2021 · Ben Delaney
Elastomer suspension and slack front end makes for a stable ride, but some gravel racers might not like the fit.
Dec 2020 · Benjamin Topf
With the URS 01 ONE, BMC sent us their flagship gravel bike to take on the competition in this gravel bike group test.
Absolutely coherent build
Excellent long-distance performance on moderate terrain
Excellent efficiency at speed
Confidence instilling on easy off-road terrain
Imbalanced comfort
Limited off-road performance
Mar 2020 · Dave Rome
It’s been nine months since BMC unveiled its somewhat radical take on what a gravel bike should be. The Unrestricted, or URS for short, was unlike any other gravel bike released at the time and I came away from the Swiss-based launch equally impressed and confused. Was this the future of gravel, or just a […]
Progressive geometry that works, amazingly smooth ride quality, clean aesthetics, clever details throughout.
More extensive maintence required, 1x gearing only, wanted even more tyre clearance, limited to four frame sizes, press-fit bottom bracket, high-end pricing.
| Frame | URS 01 Premium Carbon with Micro Travel Technology Tuned Compliance Concept Gravel, Gravel+ Geometry, ICS Technology Stealth Cable Routing, Fender and Rack Mounts, PF86 Bottom Bracket, Flat Mount Disc, 12x142mm Thru-Axle BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Ochre |
|---|---|
| Fork | URS 01 Premium Carbon with Tuned Compliance Concept Gravel, ICS Technology Integrated Brake & Hub Dynamo Routing, Fender Mounts, Flat Mount Disc, 12x100mm Thru-Axle |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86/BB92, press-fit |
| Stem | BMC ICS 01 Zero Degrees - Integrated Cockpit Design |
| Handlebar | Easton EA70 AX |
| Saddle | WTB SL8 Cromoly Medium |
| Seatpost | URS 01 Premium Carbon D-Shaped Seatpost, 0mm Offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Gx Eagle AXS |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM RIVAL 1 38T |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival eTap AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1275 EAGLE 10-52T |
| Chain | SRAM RIVAL 12 Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival eTap AXS HRD Centerline Rotors (180/160) Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss G1800 Spline 25mm |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 370 Spline Disc |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 370 Spline Disc |
| Tires | WTB Raddler 40mm |
First added August 17
Last updated September 5
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