Drop bar version of BMC’s Alpenchallenge AMP e-bike

<source media="(max-width: 320px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=160%2C208, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=320%2C416 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=480%2C624 3x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=640%2C832 4x" type="image/jpeg"> <source media="(max-width: 375px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=190%2C247, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=380%2C494 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=570%2C741 3x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=760%2C988 4x" type="image/jpeg"> <source media="(max-width: 425px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=215%2C279, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=430%2C559 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=645%2C838 3x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=860%2C1118 4x" type="image/jpeg"> <source media="(max-width: 768px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=295%2C383, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=590%2C767 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=879%2C1142 3x" type="image/jpeg"> <source media="(max-width: 992px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=136%2C176, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=272%2C353 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=408%2C530 3x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=544%2C707 4x" type="image/jpeg"> <source media="(min-width: 993px)" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=155%2C201, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=310%2C403 2x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=465%2C604 3x, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=620%2C806 4x" type="image/jpeg"> <img class="wp-image-388458 size-portrait_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-gallery-grid-src-image" src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&resize=295%2C383" width="295" height="383" data-crop-width="" data-crop-height="" alt="black road e-bike" title="BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road 22" style="width: auto; height: 100%;"> BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road LTD Courtesy BMC

Trumpeting frame weight claims for a bike that has a motor and battery attached might seem like worrying about the thickness of the carpet on a super tanker, but there is, as always more to it than that.

With an all-in mass just below 15kg for the LTD model, the Alpenchallenge AMP Road is lighter than some of its competitors, and doesn’t exactly feel like an anchor.

The frame is identical to the existing Alpenchallenge AMPs and is shared across all three AMP Road models, with a more powerful motor in the two most expensive bikes.

BMC Alpenchallenge AMP power With Shimano’s STEPS E-8000 250W, 70Nm motor and BT-E8010 504Wh battery, the Alpenchallenge AMP Road has a greater power to weight ratio than typical road e-bikes, which can weigh around 13kg, and have 60Nm output from a 252Wh battery.

BMC argues that although other systems, such as Fazua, hide their batteries and motors within the frame, their aesthetics still aren’t ideal, and the weight distribution of such a layout is far worse than the AMP Road’s design.

At BMC’s request, the E-8000 motor and battery are detuned, lowering their output, but even in its lowest power it doubles your output. If you can climb at 200W, it’ll become 400W and will outclimb almost anyone on a conventional bike.

Estimates suggest that a Fazua system can manage around 800–1,000m of vertical gain when climbing at average gradients, but BMC says the AMP Road can double that.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=620,413&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1252&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,969&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,740&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,484&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-13-0e3dca9.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-388450 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail img-container__image" alt="Black BMC Alpenchallenge AMP road e-bike" title="BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road" data-source-name="© Jeremie Reuiller/BMC"> There’s no denying it’s an e-bike, but you don’t see the battery from the saddle © Jeremie Reuiller/BMC The AMP Road’s battery placement is prominent on the seat tube, but its central position is said to ensure great handling and a natural ride feel.

The two premier electronic shifting models in the range have completely integrated brake hoses and gear wires thanks to BMC’s ICS stem, and the top machine also has an aero handlebar, making it impossible to fit Shimano’s Di2 display, due to its round clamp.

Instead, the eTube app allows you to view shifting and battery life information on your Garmin.

BMC Alpenchallenge AMP practicalities <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=620,413&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,969&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,740&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,484&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-21-161981e.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-388457 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail img-container__image" alt="Motor on road e-bike" title="BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road" data-source-name="Robin Wilmott / Immediate Media"> The MTT system on the TWO model is more conspicuous Robin Wilmott / Immediate Media BMC’s Micro Travel Technology (MTT) system is retained within the seatstays and is described as both traction control and suspension, with 10mm of travel to absorb shocks. An effective form of shock absorption on BMC’s premium cross-country mountain bikes, the MTT system is robust and well proven.

Tyre clearances are a very unroadlike 42mm, or 38mm if running fenders on the included mounts. A rear rack and a kickstand can also be fitted, and BMC’s ICS stem accepts proprietary out-front mounts for GPS units and accessories.

BMC Alpenchallenge AMP specifications The three-bike line up consists of the LTD, ONE and TWO, with a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 mix on the LTD, Ultegra Di2 shifting on the ONE, and mainly Shimano’s new GRX components on the TWO.

Road bike groupsets | everything you need to know The entry-level bike also has a STEPS E-6100 250W, 60Nm motor, powered by the same BT-E8010 504Wh battery. They all share Shimano CR-E80 cranks, with a single FSA Megatooth 44-tooth chain ring, plus 11-34 cassettes on the ONE and TWO, and an 11-30 on the LTD.

All of the wheels are made by DT Swiss, from the R500 db with 34mm WTB Exposure tyres on the TWO, to the 30mm Vittoria Corsa Control G+ shod HE 1800 Spline db 32 and HEC 1400 Spline db 47 Carbon wheels on the ONE and LTD respectively.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=620,413&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,969&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,740&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,484&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-16-2a8256e.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-388453 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail img-container__image" alt="D-shaped seatpost on road e-bike" title="BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road" data-source-name="Robin Wilmott / Immediate Media"> The Alpenchallenge AMP Road models share BMC’s D-shaped carbon seatpost Robin Wilmott / Immediate Media With more mass to control, the AMP Road has a 180mm front disc rotor and 160mm rear for the two 30mm tyred bikes, and 160mm rotors at both ends for the 34mm Exposure machine, presumably due to lower speed expectations.

BMC’s D-shaped carbon seatpost supplements the MTT rear end, and saddles are by Fizik and Selle Royal.

BMC Alpenchallenge AMP sizing and pricing There are three sizes available: S (51-54cm), M (56-58cm) and L (61-63cm)

BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road LTD <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=620,413&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,969&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,740&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,484&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/07/BMC-Alpenchallenge-AMP-Road-22-d41c49b.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-388458 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail img-container__image" alt="Black road e-bike" title="BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road" data-source-name="Courtesy BMC"> BMC Alpenchallenge AMP Road LTD Courtesy BMC Price: £9,999, €7,999, $8,499

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