BMCTimemachine 01 Disc
Replaced by BMC Speedmachine 01
BMC's disc-brake Timemachine, launched in July 2018 as one frame for triathlon and UCI time trials. It added thru-axles and covered disc calipers, a third-generation hinge fork and a dual-position seatpost that moves the saddle 120 mm fore and aft between tri and TT setups. Riders chose a V-Cockpit for triathlon or a UCI-legal flat cockpit, and a rear storage box sat on the top tube in tri mode. The Speedmachine replaced it in 2023.
- Last MSRP
- €5,499$5,499€5,499
- Builds
- 1
- Sizes
- —
- Frame weight
- 1,300 g2.87 lb
Our verdict
No overall score: there's no complete-bike price to rate
A versatile used buy that switches between triathlon and UCI time trials with its two seatpost positions and choice of cockpits. Against newer bikes it is heavier than its successor, limited to 27 mm tyres, and relies on a hinge fork and BMC-specific cockpit parts.
Scored Oct 2026
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 72/100
- Frame
- 70/100
- Hydration & storage
- 62/100
- Fit
- 78/100
- Practicality
- 58/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Hydration and storage in the frame
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon
- Fork material
- Carbon (third-generation hinge fork, 1 1/8 in untapered steerer)
- Frame weight
- 1,300 g2.87 lb
- Fork weight
- 425 g15 oz
- Weight measured on
- Frame size M-S (54 cm) including derailleur hangers; fork without headset compression device (BikeRadar)
- Frame sizes
- S, M-S, M-L, L
- Colours
- Stealth with five interchangeable decal sets (white, grey, blue, green, red) at launch
- UCI frame approval
- Approved 13 Apr 2018 as 'Timemachine 1 Disc' (frame and fork), sizes S-L (4), code BMC-023-TT, TT category (UCI list version 2026.10.02)
- UCI configuration
- Flat cockpit and the rearward seatpost position; the V-Cockpit and tri storage are for triathlon
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Disc with aero caliper covers
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 27 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- Press-fit PF86 (per BikeRadar's Speedmachine launch report)
- Front axle
- Thru-axle
- Rear axle
- Thru-axle
Hydration & storage
- Integrated hydration
- No
- Integrated storage
- Yes
- Storage details
- Rear storage box on the top tube in the triathlon configuration and an optional top-tube fuel box.
- Bottle mount locations
- Seat tube; down tube (high or low position)
Fit & adjustability
- Aerobar system
- BMC V-Cockpit (triathlon) or UCI-compliant Flat-Cockpit
- Pad stack adjustment range
- V-Cockpit optimised for pad stacks of 590-705 mm; Flat-Cockpit for 530-670 mm with 80 mm of grip height difference
- Seatpost type
- Dual-mount seatpost with two positions of 62 mm fore-aft each (120 mm in total)
- Effective seat angle range
- 71.5-80.8°
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Proprietary parts
- Hinge fork, integrated cockpits, seatpost
- Sold via
- BMC dealers
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Timemachine 01 Disc Frameset | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Price (MSRP) | €5,499$5,499€5,499 |
| Type | Frameset |
| Notes | Launch price as reported by BikeRadar (also CHF 5,699). No complete-bike prices or later prices were found from a manufacturer source. |
Timemachine 01 Disc price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timemachine 01 Disc Frameset | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $5,499 | €4,908 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €5,499 | €5,499 | +12% |
Building up the Timemachine 01 Disc Frameset
Included: frame and fork only, as listed.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Aerobar system, Seatpost, Saddle, Pedals.
Ownership checklist
0 of 2 known checks pass, 5 not published by BMC. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
Press-fit PF86 (per BikeRadar's Speedmachine launch report)
- ?
UDH derailleur hanger
- ✕
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
Thru-axle
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
- ?
Fits third-party aerobars
BMC V-Cockpit (triathlon) or UCI-compliant Flat-Cockpit
- ?
Rear disc wheel compatible
- ?
Fit kept when packed
Good to know
History
BikeRadar covered the launch on 11 July 2018, with bikes in stores from September 2018. A size M-S built with SRAM Red eTap and DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 80 mm wheels weighed 8.87 kg.
SourceHistory
BMC replaced the Timemachine with the Speedmachine, which BikeRadar says is about 500 g lighter, clears 30 mm tyres instead of 27 mm and moves from a press-fit PF86 to a threaded T47 bottom bracket.
Source
Timemachine 01 Disc FAQ
Is the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc UCI legal?+
Yes. The BMC Timemachine 01 Disc is UCI legal, so it can be raced in draft-illegal triathlon as well as UCI time trials.
How much does the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €5,499 / $5,499 across 1 listed build: Timemachine 01 Disc Frameset.
How much does the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc weigh?+
The frame weighs 1,300 g (2.87 lb) (Frame size M-S (54 cm) including derailleur hangers; fork without headset compression device (BikeRadar)).
Does the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc have integrated hydration?+
The BMC Timemachine 01 Disc has no integrated hydration system.
Does the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc have integrated storage?+
Yes. Rear storage box on the top tube in the triathlon configuration and an optional top-tube fuel box.
What is the tire clearance of the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc?+
Up to 27 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the BMC Timemachine 01 Disc?+
Bottom bracket: Press-fit PF86 (per BikeRadar's Speedmachine launch report).
Sources
- https://www.bikeradar.com/news/bmc-timemachine-01-disc/
- https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-bmc-speedmachine
- https://assets.ctfassets.net/761l7gh5x5an/7jA9krKzzy3lRXPzlm4uyn/7982d7114b9d62978cb87876ea476535/58780c70-6247-4448-8384-b145fa30aba9.pdf
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