BMC Teammachine R 01 frameset lightweight carbon VAR0 2026-2027

BMC Teammachine R 01 VAR0 2026-2027 frame kit

The BMC Teammachine R 01 VAR0 frameset 2026-2027 represents the very essence of competitive performance. Stripped down to the essentials, this highly refined frameset offers a pure and uncompromising platform, ready to bring your own vision of the ultimate race bike to life.

Developed in collaboration with Red Bull Advanced Technologies, the Teammachine R 01 incorporates the aerodynamics, rigidity and steering precision that have shaped the successes of the Teammachine R family. Climbs, cobblestones, sprints and challenging corners: speed is already integrated into its DNA.

VAR0 version - Customizable raw carbon base

• Raw carbon finish with ultra-thin minimalist varnish.
• Lightweight base ideal for a custom painting project.
• Option to drive as is in "raw carbon" finish.
• A minimalist approach that promotes weight gain.

Advanced Aerodynamics - Collaboration with Red Bull Advanced Technologies

• Same aerodynamic platform as the Teammachine R competition models.
• Explosive stiffness suited for full-power sprints.
• Precise handling and stability at high speed.
• Optimized comfort for long, demanding rides.

Halo fork - Widened front end for optimized airflow

• Widened legs creating a distinctive ultra-wide front.
• Reduction of turbulence around the frame.
• Reduction of aerodynamic losses.
• More stable and usable speed.

Mariana bottom bracket

• Deepest bottom bracket ever developed by BMC for road cycling.
• Optimized airflow thanks to its specific surface area.
• Press-Fit 86.5 mm Road.
• UCI homologation.

Optimized carbon seatpost

• Teammachine R 01 Premium Carbon seatpost.
• Thinner, deeper, more flexible and lighter profile.
• Easier tightening and simplified maintenance.
• Compatible with integrated race number holder.
• Offset 0 mm (sizes 47-51) and 10 mm (sizes 54-61).

Technical specifications of the frame kit

Frame

• Teammachine R 01 - 01 Premium Carbon.
• Aerocore Design.
• ICS Technology Stealth Cable Routing (complete cable integration).
• Stealth Dropout Design.
• Flat Mount Disc Brakes.
• 12 x 142 mm through axle.

Fork

• Teammachine R 01 - 01 Premium Carbon.
• ICS Technology Stealth Cable Routing.
• Stealth Dropout Design.
• Flat Mount Disc Brakes.
• 12 x 100 mm through axle.

Transmission

• Riveted front derailleur hanger (2x drivetrain - 44.5 mm chainline).
• Shimano Direct Mount rear dropout compatibility.
• Shimano or SRAM Direct Attachment (standard) rear dropout compatibility.

Brakes

• Disc compatibility: 160 mm front.
• 140 mm or 160 mm rear.

Accessories included

• Aerocore bottle cages.
• Shimano Direct Mount derailleur hanger.
• Classic SRAM / Shimano derailleur hanger.
• ICS upper cones (top and bottom).
• Spacers: 3 x 10 mm and 2 x 3 mm.

Additional technical data

• Tire clearance: 30 mm (measured).
• Weight: 1780 g (size 54 with accessories, without pedals).
• ASTM classification: Level 1.
• System weight limit: 110 kg.

Geometry

The Teammachine R 01 Lightweight Carbon VAR0 is a pure, lightweight and radical racing platform, designed for demanding cyclists who want to create a custom build from an uncompromising competition base.