Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alfine, Gates CDN -
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 S150 CDN 55T
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
Belt GATES 120 CDX
Wheels
Front Hub
CL-712 / SHIMANO Nexus 8
Rear Hub
CL-712 / SHIMANO Nexus 8
Rims
PFR300
Tires
Pirelli Angel GT - 37mm
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO MT200 levers. BR-U300 Calipers | SHIMANO RT10 Rotors 180 / 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
BMC RSM01
Handlebar
BMC LSB 03
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vivo Women's
Seatpost
BMC LSP 02
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 |
Model Overview
257 AL THREE ST completes the Bmc 257 model. There are 8 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Bmc 257 bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the BMC 257 AL FOUR 2023 has a starting price of 1499$. BMC 257 AL ONE 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2199$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 762$. However, you could also get a good Commuter bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 257 AL THREE ST price is 122.97% more expensive than the average cost of a 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.
257 AL THREE ST components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the 257 AL THREE ST model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. BMC 257 AL THREE ST is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.