Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alfine, Gates CDX -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
169cm - 185cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
257 Premium Aluminium Smoothwelded, Staggered Top Tube, Powder Coat Finish, Internal Cable Routing, BSA Threaded Bottom Bracket, Flat Mount Disc, 12x142mm Thru-Axle
Suspension Fork
257 Premium Aluminium, Fender Mounts, Flat Mount Disc, 12x100mm Thru-Axle
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Alfine SL-S7000 - Rapidfire Plus 8 spd
Cassette
GATES SUREFIT 3-LOBE UNIFIED CDX2 4T
Crank
GATES S550 CDX 55T
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
Belt GATES 120 CDX
Wheels
Front Hub
CL-712 / SHIMANO Alfine 8
Rear Hub
CL-712 / SHIMANO Alfine 8
Rims
SR500
Tires
Pirelli Angel GT - 37mm
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO MT200 levers. BR-U300 Calipers | SHIMANO RT10 Rotors 180 / 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
MSM01 Stem
Handlebar
Lightskin with Integrated Lights
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vivo Women's
Seatpost
Lightskin with Integrated Lights
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 680 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 558 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 165 mm | 219 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1110 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 643 mm | 652 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 185 cm |
About this model
257 AL ONE ST completes the Bmc 257 model. BMC released 8 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
BMC 257 AL FOUR 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1499$. BMC 257 AL ONE 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2199$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Commuter bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter bike that is reliable is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, BMC 257 AL ONE ST price was 2199$. In conclusion, this bike price is 188.58% higher than the price of the average Commuter bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
257 AL ONE ST has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the 257 AL ONE ST bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The 257 AL ONE ST has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.