Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Al-13 Butted, Hydroformed aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL, Solo Air, Lockout (100mm)
Rear Shock
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Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50, 11-36T
Crank
Shimano FC-M327, 36-22T
Chain
KMC X-10
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano SLX
Rear Hub
Shimano SLX
Rims
Alloy XCD18
Tires
Maxxis Ardent Race 27,5x2,2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M500 (160/160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
BMC MSM 03
Handlebar
BMC MRB 03, 700mm
Seat
Saddle
VL-3381
Seatpost
BMC MSP 03
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 622 mm | 652 mm | 675 mm | 701 mm | 720 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 591 mm | 601 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 402 mm | 422 mm | 442 mm | 462 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 583 mm | 607 mm | 632 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1050 mm | 1080 mm | 1104 mm | 1130 mm | 1149 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Standover Height | 701 mm | 741 mm | 763 mm | 776 mm | 822 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
sportelite MY18 is part of the Bmc Sportelite model. BMC released 29 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
BMC sportelite SE20 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 399$. BMC sportelite APS 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 1999$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 1199$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 58.88% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
BMC sportelite MY18 2017 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the sportelite MY18 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The sportelite MY18 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
BMC sportelite MY18 bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.