[JustChris]

I'll wait for the CSL variant. These entry levels are of no interest.

[HawkeyeGeoff]

Please someone buy this and make comments about how people rolling in civics are poverty.

[danniexi]

Originally Posted by DaveCM5

I'm gonna wait for the LCI and then get it with the Competition Package.

i need that burble.

[ZEEM3R]

Porsche has this already. I saw one at my local dealership...

..for $7,500 ?????

[Ferg]

This thing is heavy! They have one at the local dealer and it is a whale.

[Doctor///M]

Carbon fork, seatpost and spacers? Bringing back the 1990s isn't something to boast about BMW. : :

[seedyrom]

WOW. To anyone that knows a modicum about bikes (like knowing which way is up), this is an insult at best.

As others have said, To slap an M badge on yesterday’s CHEAPEST technology is disgraceful.
Calling it Carbon Edition when it is an Aluminium bike is misleading advertising.

It doesn’t even look good. It looks like those free commuter bikes you see in the city.

Cray cray.

[JoeKixxon]

BMW drivers and cyclists are 2 of the douchyist most hated stereotypes on the road. I take enough shit from my colleagues for commuting on a bicycle and also driving an M3. This bike would put me over the top. I'd be in the douchebag hall of fame.

pass

[Patrik]

Originally Posted by cbertels

As a long-time cyclist, I have yet to see a car company create a bicycle of any merit. Add this one to the bunch.

VW tried with Trek and even that effort was a miss.

I agree. I cringe every time I see a bike from any car manufacturer. Especially mentioning carbon spacers, and calling an aluminium-framed bike carbon to begin with have me facepalming Just wish they would stop

[Jim B]

If I want a 2-wheel BMW, I'll go to a BMW motorcycle dealer.

[cbertels]

Originally Posted by W12x

The McLaren Tarmac was kind of cool, not sure if it was a slap on badge bike or actual McLaren design but damn it was expensive

That was a legit machine, but theres no way to justifying the cost at $20k.

[VeloF1]

Originally Posted by amdmaxx

Exactly.. Meh.. Deore is low end of Shimano lines too.

Give me 105 or Ultegra at this price..

Guys: this appears to be more of an all around city/dirt/gravel bike.

The Shimano 105 or Ultegra applies to road bikes. It's neither a road bike or Mt Bike really. The Shimano XT rear derailleur is actually fairly nice.

Now, this bike is not for me. Yet, for someone looking for all around bike with a high cool factor-- buy it. If I see another Trek, Specialized or Cannondale bike-- I might vomit.

Regarding the price: it's in the ballpark. About $1,900 USD. It's an Aluminum frame with Carbon fork, post etc. If you price out full carbon framed bike it's easily $3,000 and many exceed $10k with nice group set and wheels. Here the wheelset seems basic; brakes are more than adequate and good Conti tires.

This is like a BMW 325. Not super; yet; better than a Nissan Versa....

I applaud BMW for badging this bike. Keeps life more interesting.

[ORIGIN M.]

Originally Posted by Jim B

If I want a 2-wheel BMW, I'll go to a BMW motorcycle dealer.

Amen to that !

[mattpete13]

garbage mid level components - come on BMW at least put the good stuff on there!

[Needbmwpartzz]

Originally Posted by JoeKixxon

BMW drivers and cyclists are 2 of the douchyist most hated stereotypes on the road. I take enough shit from my colleagues for commuting on a bicycle and also driving an M3. This bike would put me over the top. I'd be in the douchebag hall of fame.

pass

I laughed at this post so thanks!
I would guess some motorists would actively try and run you off the road or even(gasp)....try and kill you!
Would be funny if cyclists got off bike when started to rain then he pulls out BMW umbrella while finishing his last dash to work sporting BMW shoes/watch and other garments would complete the douche-fest

[audioMeth]

Originally Posted by amdmaxx

Exactly.. Meh.. Deore is low end of Shimano lines too.

Give me 105 or Ultegra at this price..

deore xt is a MTB groupset, 105 and ultegra are road.

[TooFan328i]

Originally Posted by TheUltimateDrivingManiac

Looks exactly like my cheap $300 bike.

How did you manage to get a trek for $300?

[TheUltimateDrivingManiac]

Originally Posted by TooFan328i

How did you manage to get a trek for $300?

I have no idea what are you talking about - this is my first bike since I was a kid and I know nothing about them. I just went to Canadian Tire and got the cheapest bike with disk brakes. It was on sale for 400 CAD (500 CAD regular).

[nujabes24]

I wonder if it's going to have the CS and CSL version. That Sh@& should come with every M purchase.

[Professor///M]

I love that they picture a bike with a vehicle that doesn't have the ability to simply add an OEM bike rack!!!!!


BMW, re-release that image with the M3 with the sunroof!

[adc]

Originally Posted by VeloF1

Guys: this appears to be more of an all around city/dirt/city bike. So, Shimano 105/ultegra groups applies to road bikes. It's neither a road bike or Mt Bike. The Shimano XT rear derailleur is nice.

Now, it's not for me. Yet, for someone looking for all around bike with a high cool factor-- buy it. If I see another Trek, Specialized or Cannondale bike-- I might vomit.

Regarding the price: it's in the ballpark. About $1,900. It's an Aluminum frame with Carbon fork, post etc. If you price out full carbon bike it's easily $3,000 and many exceed $10k with nice group set and wheels. Here the wheelset seems basic.

I applaud BMW for badging this bike. Keeps life more interesting.

I'm not brand conscious when it comes to bikes. I road tested bikes from 5-6 manufacturers ranging from $500 to $3500 until I settled on something that fits my need and is comfortable for my body. I ended up buying a Cannondale with similar components but with front suspension for $900. What they have is a $900 bike for $1400.

Meh. Nothing to applaud them for.

[TooFan328i]

Originally Posted by TheUltimateDrivingManiac

I have no idea what are you talking about - this is my first bike since I was a kid and I know nothing about them. I just went to Canadian Tire and got the cheapest bike with disk brakes. It was on sale for 400 CAD (500 CAD regular).

I am an imbecile. It isn't a trek. For some reason, I thought it was a trek. But this one looks very well made. FYI, Trek's are bit expensive, hence I was surprised. Never mind!