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2018 BMC

Timemachine 01 Frameset

A carbon frame triathlon frameset with rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

6999 US$(6018 €)
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
BrakesRim
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Summary

The BMC Timemachine is a highly aerodynamic road bike that combines speed with surprising comfort, making it a versatile choice for both racing and everyday riding. Its sleek design and integrated components, like the Aeromodule for improved aerodynamics with water bottles, stand out, though some ergonomic choices and wheel sensitivity to crosswinds have been noted. Reviews highlight its excellent ride quality, efficient power transfer, and the bike's ability to absorb road imperfections well, despite its aero focus.

Pros
  • Highly aerodynamic design

  • Surprisingly comfortable for an aero bike

  • Excellent ride quality and power transfer

  • Integrated components for improved aerodynamics

  • Versatile performance suitable for racing and everyday riding

Cons
  • Some ergonomic choices questioned

  • Wheels sensitive to crosswinds

  • High price point

  • Aeromodule makes accessing water bottles difficult

Key Quotes
BMC has done an excellent job advancing the breed
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
'A BMC RoadMachine could be seen as a Porsche 911, there is comfort and reliabilty… but our new TimeMachine is more like a supercar, something that is eye-catching, something you want to get noticed by,'
Cyclist logoCyclist
The BMC felt just like riding a top-class road bike that happens to look very aero.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
Despite #aeroiseverything the Timemachine is very nimble and provides a super safe riding experience in combination with an amazing level of comfort.
Gran Fondo Magazine logoGran Fondo Magazine

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Cyclist
BMC Timemachine Road 01 Two review

may 2019 · Peter Stuart

Fast, with stunning aesthetics and impressive aero integration, but a little flexy at the front end

Highs
  • Fast

  • Incredible integration * Extremely neat aesthetics

Lows
  • A little heavy for a bike of this price * The stem-bar setup seems to generate a surprising level of flex

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Road Bike Action
Bike Test: BMC Timemachine Road 01

mar 2019 · David Kennedy

THE AERO PARADE CONTINUES TO ROLL

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Velo
Pro Bike Gallery: Stefan Küng’s BMC Timemachine Road disc

jul 2018 · Dan Cavallari

This aero bike sports some features that likely won't be allowed in competition.

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BikeRadar
Timemachine Road 01 ONE first ride review

jul 2018 · Robin Wilmott

I usually ride a 56cm BMC, and find it a perfect fit, but my Timemachine Road 01 ONE test bike was a 54cm example.

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Cycling Tips
BMC Timemachine R01 first-ride review: A well-rounded speedster - CyclingTips

jul 2018 · James Huang

Aero road bikes have historically been about compromises, with extra speed often coming at the expense of ride quality, weight, and/or real-world usability. But BMC’s thoroughly revamped Timemachine Road joins the latest crop of aero road bikes to challenge that notion, promising impressive comfort, low weight, and reasonable versatility to go along with its wind-cheating […]

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Review: BMC Timemachine 01 Road ONE

jul 2018 · Manuel Buck

With the new Timemachine01 Road the prestigious Swiss brand BMC wants to take the aero road bike-concept to the next level. The Road version carries the genes of the time-trial and triathlon machine and is therefore 100% Aero-proof. The list of features is impressive and the overall concept looks promising – but how much potential […]

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VeloNews
Pro Bike Gallery: Rohan Dennis's BMC Timemachine

may 2018 · William Tracy

Australian TT champ Rohan Dennis rides to victory in the Giro's stage 16 time trial aboard BMC's aerodynamic machine.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Aerodynamic 01 Premium Carbon

Fork

Aero Premium Carbon, Hinge-design

Stem

BMC V-Cockpit standard - Flat-Cockpit optional

Handlebar

-

Saddle

-

Seatpost

BMC aero post

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

-

Front Derailleur

-

Crank

-

Shifters

-

Cassette

-

Chain

-

Brakes

Aero integrated design (F&R)

TypeRim

Wheels
Rims

-

Front Hub

-

Rear Hub

-

Tires

-

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