BMC TimeMachine Road 2019

[Campervan]

Update: After six rides over a total of 300km, here are a few takeaways about the BMC Timemachine Road TMR01 (size 61, fitted with ENVE 5.6, Maxxis super light tubes and Zipp Tangente 23mm tires, DA 9170 and Rotor 2inPower crankset):

1) very comfortable ride:
This comes as the real surprise. I also ride a BMC Teammachine SLR01 (2017, size 58, Campagnolo Bora Ultra 50 w 25mm tubulars, Fisik Antares R3) and a BMC Granfondo Gf01 (2014, size 58, Campagnolo Bora Ultra 35 w 25mm tubulars, Specialized Romin Evo).

2) less perceived efforts on fast group rides or races:
That is not unexpected. For now, this is totally subjective (I need more reliable data though to (try to) demonstrate any aero advantage, and I had an unfortunate power meter (Shimano) issue lately overstating power so do not have a basis for comparison just yet).

3) quite a bit heavier:
With close to 8kg, the TMR is considerably heavier than my SLR (6.7kg) and my Granfondo (7.2kg). This is due to the frame characteristics (~250g), the larger frame size (??g), deeper clincher wheels vs lighter tubular wheels (~300g), groupset 9170 vs 9150 (~350g), Rotor 2inPower vs. Shimano FC-R9100-P (~100g), storage box on TMR (~120g).

4) stunning looks:
I love the looks, and so does everybody who sees it, bike amateurs and common mortals alike

5) remarkable attention to detail and nice finish:
It’s a very well conceived bike. My LBS noted the superior engineering as compared to the Specialized Venge when it comes to cable routing and the superior finish vis-a-vis the Cervelo S5 (he build these three up back to back).

Now that's a good review. However it's making me think about a tmr01 framset with 50mm hunt tubeless, full wifli SRAM (not the axs) instead of a Venge Pro disc. Currently have s granfondo 02 with 105 so a serious upgrade in bike.

[intouch121]

the fit n finish of the timemachine road is the best i have seen on any bike......

[TurboKoo]

How do you find the handlebar flex? When I tested this I noticed how much there was flex on the steerer tube. Do you notice it on every day riding?

[intouch121]

How do you find the handlebar flex? When I tested this I noticed how much there was flex on the steerer tube. Do you notice it on every day riding?

actuallly i had read about that flex and concentrated on it.....i cannot say i feel any fley at all.....if anything then its dampening road noise....but no flexing

[AlgaeHater]

Most aero profile carbon bars are going to flex. Upside is that it does help dampen out road vibrations.

[Ettore]

How do you find the handlebar flex? When I tested this I noticed how much there was flex on the steerer tube. Do you notice it on every day riding?

You probably tested a very early model. The flex is gone now.

[spdntrxi]

I've been told early to mid April now for my module.... damn. Might have to weightweenie the gravel bike again and put the 52 chainring back on.

[Ettore]

I've been told early to mid April now for my module.... damn. Might have to weightweenie the gravel bike again and put the 52 chainring back on.

I ordered a bike early November, delivery is due in 1 month

[spdntrxi]

I've been told early to mid April now for my module.... damn. Might have to weightweenie the gravel bike again and put the 52 chainring back on.

I ordered a bike early November, delivery is due in 1 month

Late Nov order for me

[TommyGunz]

Long time lurker, first time poster. I may be the only one here who liked the white frame but ordered my size 51 through LBS late-January, they got it first week of February. They sent for a stem exchange for my size and I finally got possession Feb 11. A little heavier than I anticipated but very stiff and aero.

So excited to get some miles in.

[TiCass]

Is your bike a size too small?

[spdntrxi]

Tommy... I like white too but need module only.

How does the stem exchange work and what cost (if any)

What is your saddle to BB height
And bar stack

Still internally debating between 47 and 51. Ordered 47 but it’s not in yet

[TommyGunz]

Is your bike a size too small?

What makes you say that?

[TommyGunz]

Tommy... I like white too but need module only.

How does the stem exchange work and what cost (if any)

What is your saddle to BB height
And bar stack

Still internally debating between 47 and 51. Ordered 47 but it’s not in yet

Stem exchange was done by the Bike Shop through the BMC supplier. No cost there.

I'll try to measure later. I'm currently on a gravel ride.

I have a Roadmachine in a 54 and the bike shop said I could go 54 or 51 on the Timemachine. Something about the Timemachine runs slightly larger anyway. I hope that helps.

[TiCass]

Is your bike a size too small?

What makes you say that?

Because you have an impressive amount of spacers under that stem while maintaining a good saddle drop. I think a size up would better "fill" the space under your stem and saddle.

Typically, it is recommended to not go over 3 or 4 cm of spacer otherwise it becomes dangerous. I don't know the specific of the BMC, but maybe check with your LBS that your setup is safe.