2020 BMC Roadmachine 01 - First Ride Review
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- Today I'll be taking a first look and test ride of BMC's new 2020 roadmachine all rounder road bike.
The roadmachine is part of BMC's endurance road bike series, and is more specifically known as their one-bike collection. This bike has fast aero properties, a lightweight sub 900g frame, balanced compliance, and fits tires up to 33mm, so it really is a perfect solution for those who like to ride and perform on a variety of terrain.
Some of the biggest changes to the 2020 model is the increased tire clearance so this bike can be easily ridden on gravel and even CX races. In addition, the power transfer has been improved.
I ordered one of these bikes (the 02 version) for myself and have been eagerly awaiting for it's arrival. In the meantime, I'm gonna take this bad boy out for a test ride and share my initial ride impressions riding in the beautiful town of Montecatini Italy.
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For some unknown reason, I love BMC design! Roadmachine is one of my dream bikes. In a couple years I might be able to buy a 02 used here in Brazil.
Thanks for the great video Cruise!
Thanks man! I'll be going with the 02 myself. This year they'll be the exact same frame, just the fork is different
I've just recently bought a new BMC in a 54cm where I was a 56cm on a previous Trek Emonda I had. The 54cm on a BMC TeamMachine is still a 55cm TT Length which is closer to a common 56 than a 54. More important as well is that in my experience BMC don't do a 56 size, only 54 and 57. As all the geometry and details are usually achieved across all brands, if anyone is considering buying a new BMC (especially when coming from other brands), just ensure you get across the differing sizes.
Good to know. I'm definitely right between sizes, but noticed the bmc TT is usually a bit longer
I wish I’ve read this before.. it took me sometime to realize that a 54 was on the limit for me
@@TwoWheelCruise so what height are you? I'm 180-181 and considering buying a 54 size but I'm not sure if I should try a 56...
That's the way all reviews should be done!
Just bought a 01 Four. What a bike!
Nice!
Great review mate! Pretty impressed with how you described the ride feel. Personally it became slightly easier to imagine it as I just had my first carbon bike ride experience just today :p I do wish for a special ride feel like this bike. Maybe in a few years when I got my fitness back and got some budget for it... Looking forward to more reviews sir!
Thanks man!
Time to start saving up for that new bike ;)
You're crazy going down that hill with the cars
sometimes faster than the cars ;)
Hope you're still enjoying your BMC. I bought the 02 three for the 2018 model year. It's a Shimano 105 bike. I just installed Sram etap on it. It took me a couple days to sort out but it was absolutely worth it. Its unbelievably good. I'll never be in a position to buy a top spec bike so I have to upgrade as I go.
Excellent review. Those views are awesome, thanks for sharing.
Thanks! :)
Thank you for a fantastic first ride review! If you did end up with getting this bike for yourself, what are your longish term impressions? Will you post a long term review? Keep it up!
The pioneer of the modern tarmac, supersix and icalzo max 10 years ago
Definitely BMC helped set the precedent for these technologies
You have have done a good job showcasing the BMC bikes. I have all Specialized bikes (except for a Peloton which actually belongs to my daughter) right now including a 2020 Allez Sprint Limited Addition Frame but I am really liking the BMC bikes. The simple paint jobs are a welcome break from the busy Specialized paint schemes. I am really enjoying your vlogs the ones with your wife especially since it shows that we don't have to hammer every time we head out. We need more women in the Peloton to break of the boring guys club.
I went from a 56 to a 54 a few years ago. Still ride the 56 occasionally but prefer the feel of the 54. It just feels faster, lighter and more nimble. I did add a longer stem. It seems my center of gravity is a bit lower also which, for me, means faster cornering.
Definitely felt a lot faster and will be picking up a much longer stem haha
I would say 54 for a more comfy ride, and 51 if you want a more aggressive tight fit
Great review. So jealous, the routes on your Italian trip looked awesome. Narrow bars are the trend now, the days of bike a setup with 42 centre to centre handlebars are long gone. Most road bikes these days are going 40 or 38 centre to centre, due to better bike fits, aero advantage and better for riding in a tight pelotons when racing in crits.
Thanks! Wide bars for me all the way! Not like I'm getting any aero benefits in the Japanese peleton anyway lol
Two Wheel Cruise, fair point about Japanese peloton lol!! :) I must admit I still run a 42 on my cycle cross bike for that extra stability.
Wow you know a lot about bikes
Main difference is the front fork design and wider tire clearance. The 2019 is perfect for me. I have the 2-2
That's the one I'm planning to get :)
Unfortunately we didn't stock any 2019 models in Japan this year :/
Nice bike. Your lucky to own one soon.
Can't wait!
Looks good and runs quiet. Glad the brakes worked on that descent. Are you saving much on the new bike with your staff discount?
With the amount I'll be buying, no 😅
Two Wheel Cruise oh man they definitely should give you a “company” bike as a staff brand ambassador. I’ll have a word with your boss if you like 😉
We have a fleet of demo bikes that I can borrow if they are available :)
Great Bike and great Video 🚴🏻♂️👍🏻
Cheers! :)
In Japan I think 28+ tires are a must. The roads are just so inconsistent, and in northern Osaka where I live they're awful. My next bike is going to live with 38-40mm tires.
Definitely agree for regular riding.
Love the frame but the color lacks... BTW do you have better front end balance with the inside cables or does it pull to one side?
Luckily mine will be red.. coincidence, I think not 😎
Didn't notice a change in balance with the internal cables, and no cable tug problems..
Excellent bike! In my country, roads were not paved enough so there are bumps, not too good to ride if using a road bike. But a cx bike is really perfect!
No need for a regular road bike with small tire clearance for most people
Might try an entry level bike with lower clearances and wider tires. It helps me immensely here with our bad roads hills and blind turns. In fact I might just switch over to a gravel bike, because of all the potholes/patches.
Definitely the way to go if you're not racing in my opinion, way more comfy
I used to ride a 54cm Scott road bike but I just upgraded to a size 52 SuperSix Evo and feel I'm able to control the bike much better. That Sram eTap AXS gruppo looks awesome but it's too expensive :( I could buy 2 Supersix Evos for the price of just the groupset 😅
The smaller size felt really responsive and aggressive, I liked it a lot but still want some bigger bars. Agreed on the groupset, regular ultegra for my budget for now 😅
Two Wheel Cruise Even ultegra was a bit out of budget. Got a good deal on last year's Evo model with 105. Coming from a Claris, even 105 feels like Dura Ace to me. It helps that I've never ridden Dura ace 🤣
Two Wheel Cruise I’m deep into the 11-speed range right now, so I’m going to reuse the groupsets when I get a new frame set. The electronic gearing today is very close to perfect for me, so there has to be a big shift in technology or materials to make me consider an upgrade. Or old parts have to become really expensive. Note that the 105 octalink bb bearing costs as much as the Dura Ace 9100 bb, in Norway mind you. That’s about 20 years difference.
Nima Foroughi Don't all the modern Shimano road groupset use hollowtec bb now? My Scott with the previous gen claris had octalink and by that time sora and upwards had moved onto hollowtec. Shimano revised claris last year and brought it up to their current standards.
modern 105 is really good.. I'd be perfectly happy with that, but I like the frame color on the ultegra build a lot more so I'm splurging a bit 😅
Perfect review for this roadmachine! can I ask something? you said that 02 and 01 have different in the ics stem, but is it possible for 02 using the ICS1?
Hey, great video! I have one of these and I am also into Gravel cycling. I have my eye on the URS but obviously it is quite a lot of money. Do you think this bike with 32mm tires would make a decent gravel experience?
Seems like everyone is using the same wind tunnel these days. Dropped seat stays, proprietary D-seat posts and integrated stems are popping up on every high end road bike. Placing a bunch of them side by side would be interesting. I run Ultegra Di2 on my Roubaix. I love it to death, but replacing one little wire tends to be drop-dead expensive. (Don't be swapping stems in a big hurry! LOL) Peace. The Adventure Continues....
If I were to go electric, I'd much rather go with sram and not deal with all the wires.. Still on cables for me though unfortunately..
but BMC was quite an early bird on todays frame designs (see 2017 models)
What I am really waiting for, are thru axles and a trickle down of better rotor technology. The cooling fin tech on the high end shimano looks promising. Not that I really need a new bike though. That bike is super clean, but I would be concerned about the electronic sifters. What happens when you cannot get a recharge, the bike becomes a boat anchor? Gravel bikes have a more laid back geometry, a "snappy" bike is not usually preferred most people want a "forgiving" frame. A cross bike maybe.
I was skeptical about the electric shifters as well, but they last really long and give plenty of warning before a recharge is due
Damn nice looking bike. God I wish I had the cash for it.
I'm going with the less expensive 02 version
Hope Italy's been treating you well mate. Loving the scenery from there on your videos
Busy, short and sweet, but really nice trip :)
I cant afford it
End of the story. 😂
Neither can I, that's why I'm going with the 02 version 😅
@@TwoWheelCruise Life is short buy the bike. I have spent all my money on bikes, coffee and beer. The rest I just squandered.
Yep, nice bike 👍🏻
I’m happy for you! I’m guessing you’re getting a discount since you’re working for them, but I doubt it was cheap anyway. Please review your own RM after getting used to it and after, let’s say, 15000km and after 5years if you’re keeping it that long. I can see the wear on my own 5/6 year old BMC and I’m curious as how yours will hold up. One thing I’m seeing is some rust around some of the rivets in the carbon. Not unusual, but I think I’ll Adress it before it starts damaging the carbon through expansion from corrosion.
Thanks! Definitely still not cheap, but I will for sure make more review videos once our new bikes arrive and talk about the longevity as well.
I'll give you two goats, four chickens, a used mattress and barely used kurig coffee maker for that bike
too bad I don't like coffee 😬
@@TwoWheelCruise A roadie who does not like coffee 🤨
Can you tell me pls which wahoo mount do you use and where I can buy it? Btw great video 👍
This mount on this bike was one of the BMC accessories. At the time they only had garmin, but maybe they have a wahoo option now. Otherwise, you just need an adapter to switch.
nice super six evo ;)
Hi Im just starting to get into a road bike and thought of buying a Roadmachine. Im 175cm tall and the BMC size chart suggests a 54cm. But the only size bike available in my country is a 51cm. Would it be an issue if I select the smaller frame? Thanks in advance
very nice
how does this ride compare to team machine ?
Thanks! I don't have enough riding time on both right now to give a clear opinion on that yet
how tall are you; I have a older model 02 in 56 size and the reach is to small for me, had to get a 140 stem. I am 182cm.
183, would either get that or 130
Oh man I want one... If only they were in stock in Japan...
After some strong pushing on my end, they will be again.. Unfortunately only up to the 01 Three model though
Hey Two Wheel Cruise, what is your height and inseam? Im used to riding a 56 but I'm 179cm height and 33.5 inseam and thinking I could maybe get away with a 54 as I am in-between sizes
Very nice bike. I wish i could ride in a road bike even the cheapest one.
How tall? The 54 looks perfect. These endurance bikes have huge head tubes which makes sizing tricky.
183 cm
I’ve been looking at different sizes. I’m 1,85m with an innerleg lenght of 83cm. Been looking at a 56 and 58. But would a 54 be big enough too? How tall are you?
Any toe overlap issues when sizing down from your usual 56 to 54? I'm also between sizes (54 v 51) and it's an issue for me
Great review, I read you are 1.83, what about your legs length , can you share please,
Also, how is going that 54 size for you after all these months? I am 1.82 and thinking in getting a 54 too.. thanks
How tall are you? Did you really go with the 54? Still your preferred choice?
183cm, usually prefer 56, but 54 is fine for a race bike
@@TwoWheelCruise thanks, I am 187 and am looking for the 58. But unsure if I should go with the roadmachine or the cannondale synapse (very comfy) or the new super Six evo (only test riden in a store)
Just subscribed. Great review. Amazing machine. Can you please tell me what mount you're using while riding? Or a link for the product. Thanks.
Thanks, just a regular gopro chest mount
@@TwoWheelCruise Thank you very much.
I'm pretty sure when you make a brand new purchase, they "BMC" would be more than happy enough to change bar width for you free of charge.
Espacialy for a bike costing +10000$
Love the bike I just saw a second hand in perfect condition I wonder if size 47 is ok am 163 ? Thanks
Hooray! Another bike I can't afford.
54 might feel better on a short ride, but at 6ft I don't see how you couldn't go at least 56. Long distance especially, the more stable handling will come into play
True :/ tough to choose between what is ideal for racing vs long riding
Totally- a 6 footer on a 54 is a pretty aggressive fit. I guess we all come in different sizes. I ride the 54 with a 90 stem, so everyone is shaped differently. I’m 173cm
Hello Two Wheel Cruise, Im going to buy this bike. May I ask you how tall you are and what your inseam is please? THanks Love the review
I'm 183, not sure inseam. Would normally ride a 56, but felt pretty comfortable on the 54 (definitely a more aggressive position though, which I am used to)
@@TwoWheelCruise Interesting, I fall into a 54 on most roadbikes but I just picked up a 2020 roadmachine as well and I ended up sizing down to a 51.
yumyumhungry how tall are you?
That's interesting you're going down to a 54cm. I've also had that temptation recently after racing Blaine's 54 at the Lexus Velodrome. You really just need to convince BMC to make a 55. ;)
I'm so jealous that you got to ride there, I want to go soooo badly!!!
Looking at the geometry of this bike, it's closer to a 55 ;)
The cornering going down hill sure looks dangerous with the cars just around the corner. O_O Nice aero bike tho. :D
I was a bit scared going downhill fast since the road was pretty narrow with a bunch of random side roads where cars could come out of.
How does the compliance compare to the Giant Defy Advanced series?
Buy high end bike for social ride
Buy cheap ride for race day
and you do make great bike review
Haha exactly. Thanks!
hi, great review .... could you tell me the distance top of saddle to center BB? I am 1,78 and my saddle hight from BB is 78/79 cm. do you think I would be comfortable on size 54 like yours? at the moment I ride a wilier zero slr size L but I am looking for a more comfortable bike. thanks... gianluca from isle of capri (Italy)
I'm 183cm, so I think you should be fine on a 54
@@TwoWheelCruise thanks for the super fast reply..... I try to sell my wilier to step to the Roadmachine size 54. have you tested the wilier zero slr? great race bike but my back is asking for something more comfortable....
I'm 5'11" and 53/54cm with 110 - 120cm stem suits me, at a push, a 56cm bike...BMC, Evans bike store chain in the UK sell them, the seat stays look odd joining lower down to the seat tube, I guess it makes the rear end stiffer?
I normally ride a 56 too and I'm about 6 ft. There's lots of advantages to lower seat stays. BMC's been doing it for years, and more brands are doing it now.
do those computer mounts only fit garmin?
Yes, but you can use an adapter
Great bike. What is your height btw?
183cm
I have a 2018 road machine and the question if it’s worth upgrading
I would say it's better in certain ways (more clearance + power transfer), but no need to upgrade if you're happy with your current bike
I've got a previous generation rmo1 3, I feel the original is more road biased, the new one is jumping on the gravel road band wagon, maybe compromising some road usage, personally I only ride on the road so the new features are no interest to me, love the original
Hi your out of focus ,Ok now its ok have you a test bike for Thung ? please, a super looking bike great Italian country side love the video.great to have a all rounder bike .
She'll be getting her new bike very soon 😉
wow what type she would make a racer i think.
you'll see soon enough ;)
If you said the larger size is more stable at speed, why would you decide on the smaller size?
more compact and agile. Most pro riders go down a size.
Is this at Tettuccio in Montecatini?
Yeah Montecatini Terme roads are crap … nice review
The first road machine is uci too
All but the 47 I heard
Hi, sorry, all of the first gen Roadmachines had their initial UCI approval revoked, due to the seat tube being less than 25mm deep, in sideview, at the rear wheel cutout. That’s been changed for the 2020 model.
How big are the tires they have on it @1:33?
hi how tall are you?i saw the bike is M size?
I'm 183 cm, yes this bike was an M. A bit on the small size, but still fit fine.
That seat height tho..
Japanese people are always jealous when they see it 😎
Hi, I'm 177cm do you think I'm a 54 or 51? Thanks from Norway 🌄
you can probably go with either, 54 likely more comfy
I know I can't afford it, but how much USD$$$??
cheapest version (shimano 105) around 3.5k. Started putting money to the side to buy that beastie.
How much a bicycle like this can cost?
I believe the range is about 3-9k usd depending on specs
it can be yeah, but most people don't need that expensive of a bike. Racers will generally spend at least 3k on a bike though
Adding to my other comment: Please take another road trip and upload the footage ;)
Have some rides scheduled for this summer, so more cycling ride vlogs are on the way ;)
@@TwoWheelCruise Sweet!!!!
you better bring that bike to the hospital.
because it's SICK!!!
haha 😎
But it’ll be a private hospital in the alps, cuz I can’t afford either
How light is it ?
What is price of this bycycle and where buy this bycycle
7:23 Must overtake for that 10 meters...
European driver behavior. Let’s not think ahead more than half a second.
How tall are you?
how tall are u and whats your inseam
bike fit
sorry to ask whats your height?
183cm
hi im 1,84 what size recomended 54 or 56
56 would probably be more appropriate, but 54 would be more aggressive
@@TwoWheelCruise thanks yuou so much
would be funny if you greet other guys "konichiwa"
Seeing as how I mostly speak Japanese nowadays more than English it's bound to happen
I wonder how much
start out at about 3k for 02 models and go up depending on what specs you want
Hoy tall are you?
As the distributor it'd be more useful to viewers if you knew things like the bar options.
hi, you use 54, how tall are you
183cm, but could also use a 56
Thanks so much
$11,000 Yep thats not going to happen XD
That's why I'm going with the 02 two version ;)
All bikes are made in china. All branded bikes are just put together components they didn't make themselves and a price tag 400% more than it was bought in parts. You pay for slapped sticker.
Why do you sound like you're out of breath even when you're standing still?
weed
naku! hindi matulin yan!
How tall are you?
183 cm