BMC (Switzerland) – Press Release: The new path to adventure.

Touring, cruising and crushing, added joy for every ride. Breaking from convention, the Alpenchallenge AMP is primed for the adventurer who prefers not to choose between style and performance. We created a lightweight bike to deliver all-day comfort in a super sleek aesthetic. An Alpenchallenge AMP is the inspired choice for your e-bike experience if you’re keen to enjoy the great outdoors and explore the backcountry.

World-class Swiss design, BMC’s unerring attention to detail and noteworthy innovations unite to give the Alpenchallenge AMP a remarkable set of capabilities. A lightweight carbon chassis with an integrated drive unit offers the foundation for function and style while Micro Travel Technology adds an extra layer of comfort for an enjoyable ride. With an inspired build for off-road explorations, the Alpenchallenge AMP is your companion for amplified cycling adventures. Time to elevate your ride.

Simply Alpenchallenge:
A fine expression of Swiss design and engineering, the all-new Alpenchallenge AMP stands out with its sophisticated look, seamless integration and clever features. It’s in a class of its own.

Full Carbon Performance:
Using Premium Carbon, our lightweight chassis has been engineered to deliver the first-rate ride experience that is befitting of the BMC performance bike stamp. Add in the smooth power transfer of the Shimano drive unit and you have the ultimate ride for unfettered adventures.

Comfort and Control:
Micro Travel Technology features 10mm of tuned travel to provide not only the requisite traction for the Shimano drive unit but also improve comfort at the same time.

Natural Handling:
The central battery location creates a low center of gravity for agile and intuitive handling, bringing a new dimension to the e-bike riding experience.

Alpenchallenge AMP Cross Hotspots:

• Fender and light ready: Standard on the City version, fenders and lights can easily be fitted on every Alpenchallenge AMP model
• Micro Travel Technology: BMC’s MTT technology provides 10mm of travel for improved comfort and traction
• Center-mount Battery: Optimizes the center of gravity for a natural ride feel
• Full Carbon Frame And Fork: Featherweight, superior handling and ride quality
• Integrated Cockpit System: BMC’s ICS Technology optimizes cable routing for a minimal, integrated look
• 40c Tire Clearance: Ample tire clearance increases versatility and lets you adapt to any road
• Internal Cable Routing: A sleek look with reduced maintenance
• Integrated Drive Unit Design: Subtle sophistication and minimalist aesthetic

Comfortable and in control, always:
With 10mm of tuned travel, Micro Travel Technology provides ample, subtly applied comfort and the requisite traction to effectively improve control on every terrain with virtually no weight penalty. The Alpenchallenge AMP Cross features a trail-ready wheelset, all-terrain capabilities and a mountain bike drivetrain. All thought out and primed for heading off-road so that you can tackle your daily adventures with the confidence that comes from truly capable equipment.

Alpenchallenge AMP Cross LTD Specifications:

• Frame: Alpenchallenge AMP, Micro Travel Technology, Flat Mount, 12x142mm thru-axle
• Tubing: Alpenchallenge Premium Carbon
• Size: S / M / L
• Drive unit: Shimano STEPS E-8000 250W, 70Nm output
• Battery pack: Shimano STEPS BT-E8010 504Wh
• Fork: Alpenchallenge AMP Premium Carbon, Flat Mount, 12x100mm thru-axle
• Gears: 1x11
• Chainwheel: Shimano CR-E80 spider, FSA Megatooth 44T
• Cassette: Shimano XT, 11-40T
• Chain: Shimano HG-701
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Di2
• Shifter: Shimano SW-EW6010
• Brakes: Shimano RS600, SM-RT81 Rotors (160 /160)
• Handlebar: BMC LSB 02
• Stem: BMC ICS 01 - Integrated Cockpit Design
• Seatpost: Alpenchallenge AMP "D" Premium Carbon, 15mm offset
• Seat: Fizik Aliante R3 Large
• Hubs: DT SWISS AMP 1600 Spline db 32, Thru Axle (12mm)
• Rims: DT SWISS AMP 1600 Spline db 32
• Tyres: WTB Nano, 40mm
• Colour: Steel Blue
• Extras: Kickstand Ready (mounting plate included)

Other Models:

• Alpenchallenge AMP Cross ONE