Swiss bike manufacturer BMC is one of the big names in the cycling world. The company has made quite a lot of impressive bikes over the years, both in the fields of road cycling and mountain biking. In keeping with the times, BMC has quite a number of e-bikes in its lineup under the AMP branding—and pretty impressive ones at that., a performance-oriented road bike designed to go the extra mile.
As for the battery, it’s a 360-Wh battery pack that’s integrated seamlessly into the downtube. BMC doesn’t provide any range figures for the bike, so we’ll have to wait for real-world tests to determine just how far this sporty e-bike can take you. Other equipment consists of a two-inch digital display integrated into the top tube. Through this display, riders can control the assist level, as well as view battery status.
Given the fact that the Roadmachine 01 AMP X is an e-bike, it’s naturally slightly more relaxed than a full-on endurance or sprint-focused road bike. Its geometry is a testament to this, as it has a taller stack height, shorter chainstays, and a taller handlebar for added leverage. This also means that the bike has a slightly more upright seating position.
Overall, the Roadmachine 01 AMP X isn’t exactly the lightest road e-bike out there, with the frame tipping the scales at 3.9 kilograms. However, this is easily forgiven by its well-rounded nature emphasized by its 35-millimeter-wide tires, and 1x drivetrain for easier operation. As for pricing and availability, the Roadmachine 01 AMP X will be offered in two versions—the more affordable TWO will retail for $7,899 USD. Meanwhile, the range-topping ONE version retails for $8,899 USD.