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  • Page 1 Teammachine SLR Owner’s Manual Teammachine Owners Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Teammachine Gen4.5 Owner’s Manual - V1 - January 2025 - English Copyright © 2025 BMC Switzerland AG. All rights reserved. BMC Switzerland AG | Sportstrasse 49 | CH-2540 Grenchen | Switzerland  +41 32 654 14 54 |  info@bmc-switzerland.com | www.bmc-switzerland.com...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Swiss Engineered aesthetic. BMC Teammachine SLR frame and components are designed as a system to provide a very high level of performance. It uses all the latest and most high-end technologies that can be found in bicycle man- ufacturing, including thin-walled carbon fiber composite construction, which should be treated with care by the end user to prevent permanent and sometimes invisible damage.

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Read and keep this manual for your BMC Teammachine SLR Gen4.5. It includes essential safety, perfor- mance, and technical details. Refer to it before your first ride and store it in a handy place. This document is specific to the Teammachine SLR Gen4.5 and should be read with the “BMC Operat- ing manual”.

  • Page 7: Component Compatibility

    • Max chainring size (2x): 55t • Min chainring size: 31t Rack: • No rack is compatible with the Teammachine SLR. Fenders • Teammachine SLR: Some fenders with light fastening systems can be fitted onto the Teammachine SLR (SKS Speedrocker or RaceBlades) Teammachine Owners Manual...

  • Page 8: Special Parts Details

    Generalities Special Parts Details Teammachine SLR - Frameset and Parts...
  • Page 9 Generalities Description/Details Flat Steerer Expander Bolt, Incl. Top Cap Bolt Topcone Set ICS2 ICS Carbon HS B 13, Standard headset bearings HS B 26, Ceramic Speed headset bearings HS B 25, Stainless headset bearings Axle Kit #7 Stealth, Front and rear thru-axle kit Front brake caliper adapter Cable Guide #27, Downtube cover, cable guide, bolts and rubber plugs Aero Cage Set...

  • Page 10: Frame Hardware

    Generalities Frame Hardware Fork Expander Article number: 30007222 FSTR expander bolt, short Flat Steerer Expander Bolt, Incl. Top Cap Bolt Top Cones and Spacers Set Article number: 30001801 TC Set ICS2, ICS CBN BLK SLR01 - Topcone Set ICS2 ICS Carbon Headset Bearings Set Article number: 30000704...
  • Page 11 Generalities Front Brake Adapter Article number: 30000714 BRK Mount ADP SLR01 SLR Front brake caliper adapter Downtube Covers and Rubber Plugs Article number: 30000713 Cable Guide #27 Downtube cov- er, cable guide, bolts and rubber plugs Bottle Cages Set (optional) Article number: 30000698 Aero Cage Set...
  • Page 12 Generalities Battery Adapter Article number: 212500 Internal Battery Adapter Shimano battery adapter for seatpost with foam core Seatpost Clamp Article number: 30000702 SP CMP #26 Seatpost Clamp No. 26 Chainstay Protector Article number: 30007621 CNST PRT No. 22 Chainstay pro- tectors.
  • Page 13 Generalities Stems & Cockpit The Teammachine SLR frameset is designed for more versatility and is compatible with different types of cable routing. It is compatible with ICS type cockpits and stem, internal brake cable routing, internal or external shift cable routing.
  • Page 14 Generalities Cockpit ICS Carbon Article number: 30001767 CKP ICS Carbon 90 400 BLACK 30001768 CKP ICS Carbon 100 420 BLACK 30001769 CKP ICS Carbon 110 420 BLACK 30001770 CKP ICS Carbon 120 420 BLACK 30003196 Computer Mount | ICS Carbon and ICS Carbon EVO Cockpits Cockpit ICS Carbon Aero Article number:...
  • Page 15 Generalities Seatpost Seatpost Options The Teammachine SLR is delivered with a “15mm offset” seatpost providing an ideal range of adjust- ment for road bike fitting. Seatpost length is sized according to the frame size: • 330mm on size 47, 51 •...

  • Page 17: General Notes About Assembly

    General Notes About Assembly Tools Bike specific tools are required to perform the assembly of your Teammachine SLR and its compo- nents. We recommend that you have a qualified bicycle mechanic correctly install these components. Before you start assembling, make sure you are equipped with the following tools: Hex keys: •...

  • Page 19: Torque Specifications

    Therefore, not respecting the torque specification of any component could result in failure, which can cause loss of control and a fall. Teammachine SLR Torque Specifications 6 Nm 5 Nm 2 Nm...

  • Page 21: Recommended Assembly Procedure

    Generalities Recommended Assembly Procedure If you are building a Teammachine SLR from scratch, the most convenient way is to follow the order and the procedure described below. This is only the general procedure, all the separate steps and rec- ommendations are described one by one in the following pages of this manual.

  • Page 22: Sizing And Parts Selection

    Sizing and Parts Selection Sizing and Parts Selection Positioning A bicycle rider will only perform at their best if they are correctly positioned on their bike. Proper posi- tioning not only enhances your riding experience but also helps prevent strain or injury over time. To ensure optimal comfort, performance, and safety while riding, we strongly recommend utilizing a professional bike fitting service when ordering or setting up your new bike.

  • Page 23: Frame Size

    Sizing and Parts Selection Frame Size General Frame Geometry fl drop reach trail Size Rider Height cm < 160 158-174 172-180 178-186 184-192 > 190 Stack Reach Seat Tube (st) Top Tube (tt’) Head Tube (ht) Seat Angle ° (sa) 74.2 74.2 74.2...

  • Page 25: Detailed Assembly Instructions

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Detailed Assembly Instructions Frame Preparation Rear Derailleur Hanger Installation • Select the right model of hanger depending on your groupset, and the rear derailleur design. You can choose between the standard dropout hanger or the direct mount dropout hanger. The Direct Mount hanger is usually specified for Shimano’s latest generation of derailleurs.
  • Page 26 Detailed Assembly Instructions • Select the right model of rubber grommet or plug depending on your groupset and push it into the frame opening. Push in the appropriate plug or grommet Sram AXS Shimano Di2 Mechanical shifting...
  • Page 27 An assembly check is necessary to confirm a 4mm minimum clearance between the chainring, chain and frame. ! WARNING: Our Teammachine SLR are not compatible with SRAM 2x Wide transmissions. Please select one of the standard road transmissions. • Select the right model of rubber grommet or plug depending on your groupset and push it into the frame opening.

  • Page 28: Electronic Wires Installation

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Electronic Wires Installation Shimano Di2 ! WARNING: Please always refer to the latest Shimano product information for your groupset. The following information is a guide with basic principles. Battery: BT-DN300 Front Derailleur: EW-SD300, 700mm Rear Derailleur: EW-SD300, 1400mm Recommended wire lengths: Location Part code...
  • Page 29 Detailed Assembly Instructions • Install the Shimano battery adapter on the Shimano Di2 battery. Enlarge the adaptor and slide onto the battery untill fush Screw the adaptor into the seatpost foam core • Screw in the seatpost internal foam core using a 21mm flat wrench. Tighten lightly until the adapter head is flush to the seat post foam core.

  • Page 30: Seatpost Assembly

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Seatpost Assembly Seatpost Length The three seatposts compatible with the Teammachine SLR have a minimum and a maximum insertion depth in the frame. Size Seatpost Length Min insertion Max insertion ! WARNING: Always make sure you are respecting the min insertion length of 80mm.

  • Page 31: Saddle Clamp Installation

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Saddle Clamp Installation • Pre-install the lower clamp, the upper clamp, the barrel nuts and finally pre-install the 2 M6 bolts with their washer: • Long M6x35 at the front. • Short M6x30 at the rear. • Install your saddle by clamping the rails between the 2 clamps and adjust the saddle setback and tilt before clamping both the M6 bolts.
  • Page 32 Detailed Assembly Instructions Frame Seatpost Clamp Installation • Install the seat post rubber seal of your choice onto the seat post (open for use with the rear light or closed for use without the rear light). • Apply a thin layer of friction paste onto the back and the side surfaces of the seatpost and inside the seat tube.

  • Page 33: Fork, Headset And Cockpit Preparation

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Fork, Headset and Cockpit Preparation Cockpits and Stems Parts Selection • If the rider has not requested any changes, reinstall all components from the initial setup. • Refer to the following illustrations to identify each component. ICS Cockpit Compression bolt Top cap Flat steerer wedge...
  • Page 34 Detailed Assembly Instructions RSM01 with ICS Core Compression bolt Top cap RSM01 Stem ICS Core transition spacer & flat steerer wedge ICS Spacers Top cone Flat steerer tube...
  • Page 35 Detailed Assembly Instructions Minimum and Maximum Spacer Stack • Determine the stack height based on the rider’s initial or desired position. ! WARNING: do not exceed the spacer height and spacer count. Failure to follow these recommen- dations may result in steering issues resulting in losing control of the bike and a potential crash. ICS Carbon ICS Stems RSM01 stem and ICS...

  • Page 36: Definition Of Steerer Tube Length

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Definition of Steerer Tube Length ! WARNING: The steerer tube should be cut to the correct length for optimal mechanical function and aesthetics. • Install the headset components, cable guide, stem, and steerer inserts to determine the cutting length of the steerer tube: •...
  • Page 37 Detailed Assembly Instructions • Control the handlebar stack and reach to make sure the setup is matching the original bike fit coordi- nates. • Using a silver or white marker pen, make a mark on the steerer tube at the top of the stem. Mark the steerer at top of stem ...
  • Page 38 Detailed Assembly Instructions Steerer Tube Length and Cutting ! WARNING: While it is possible to ride with a steerer tube extending above the stem, we strongly recommend cutting it to the appropriate length. This minimizes the risk of injury while riding or in the event of a fall.
  • Page 39 Detailed Assembly Instructions Expander Installation • Grease the self-cutting expander bolt to facilitate installation. • Push the expander into the flat steerer foam and turn it clockwise while applying downward pressure. • Tighten until the expander bolt head is flush with the top of the steerer. Grease Screw in the self-cutting expander untill it’s flush Teammachine Owners Manual...

  • Page 40: Brake Calipers Assembly

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Brake Calipers Assembly Rear Brake The rear brake must be installed either: • Directly on the frame brake mount for 140mm rotor compatibility • Using a 20mm bracket for 160mm rotor compatibility. • Select the rear brake adapter and bolts. Refer to brake caliper’s manufacturer to determine: •...
  • Page 41 Detailed Assembly Instructions • Bolt on the rear caliper on the flat mount brake mount using appropriate bolts and follow brake manu- facturer’s recommendation for installation (threadlocker and torque) 25mm Teammachine Owners Manual...

  • Page 42: Front Brake

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Front brake The front brake must be installed directly onto the specific BMC front bracket adapter. The Teammachine SLR is designed exclusively for a 160mm front rotor. ! WARNING: There are multiple front brake adapter plate designs. Ensure you are using the part pro- vided with the Teammachine SLR.
  • Page 43 Detailed Assembly Instructions Threadlocker 6 Nm • Tighten to 6 Nm using a hex 4mm wrench. • Route the front brake hose alongside the flat steerer. Follow the table instruction to place the hose on the appropriate side of the steerer tube. Standard setup UK setup front brake = left hand...

  • Page 44: Shifting Cables Assembly

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Shifting Cables Assembly INFORMATION: This paragraph covers mechanical shifting cable installation. For electronic shifting wires installation, please refer to “Electronic Wires Installation”, page 28 Dowtube Cover • Place the appropriate cover on the downtube opening. • Option A: “ICS full integrated” uses a blind cover •...
  • Page 45 Detailed Assembly Instructions Route through chainstay and downtube External Shifting Cable • Push the front shifting hose from the back to the front inserting it in the seat tube opening. • Push the rear shifting hose from the back to the front inserting it in the right chainstay opening. •...

  • Page 46: Headset, Top Cone And Spacers Assembly

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Headset, Top Cone and Spacers Assembly Headset Assembly The Teammachine SLR is designed to fit a BMC by FSA, HS-B-13 bearings set. Specifications of these bearings are: Compression ring H2318 Upper bearing MR155 30.5 x 41.8 x 7.5 ; 45x45°...
  • Page 47 Detailed Assembly Instructions Grease • Install the lower bearing on the fork crown, applying grease to the frame bearing race, fork crown contact surface, and bearing surfaces. • Route the front brake hose through the head tube, then insert the fork steerer tube through the head tube and headset bearings.

  • Page 48: Cockpit Or Stem Installation

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Cockpit or Stem Installation • Route front and rear brake hoses through the stem or cockpit. Follow the table instruction to place each hose on the correct side of the stem or cockpit guides. Standard setup UK setup front brake = left hand front brake = right hand ICS Cockpits...
  • Page 49 Detailed Assembly Instructions • Compile the different elements of the stem/handlebar or cockpit as determined in “Fork, Headset and Cockpit Preparation” on page 33. ! WARNING: Do not tighten the stem steerer clamping bolts without the ICS flat steerer wedges. Tightening the stem steerer clamping bolts can compromise the integrity of the steerer tube –...
  • Page 50 Detailed Assembly Instructions RSM01 with ICS Core Compression bolt Top cap RSM01 Stem ICS Core transition spacer & flat steerer wedge ICS Spacers Top cone Flat steerer tube...

  • Page 51: Headset Compression And Clamping The Stem

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Headset Compression and Clamping the Stem • Once the frame and fork are assembled with the headset, spacers, stem or cockpit, and top cap, torque the preload bolt to 4 Nm. • Refine the handlebar-wheel alignment using the slight rotational freedom provided by the ICS system. •...

  • Page 52: Bottom Bracket And Crankset Assembly

    Bottle Cages 3 Nm 3 Nm INFORMATION: Teammachine SLR is designed for BMC Aerocore bottle cages. The optional down tube and seat tube bottle cages set is available after-market. Aero Cage Set (30000698). Teammachine SLR is however compatible with traditional bottle cages.

  • Page 53: Wheels And Axles

    Detailed Assembly Instructions Wheels and Axles ! WARNING: Your bike is delivered pre-assembled with inner tubes for transportation and display. Always setup the wheels following the recommendations and instructions of the wheel and the tire manufacturers: Some wheels must only be assembled tubeless. Some wheels must only be installed with specific tires for a tubeless setup (hookless rims).

  • Page 54: Fenders

    Fenders Teammachine SLR is only compatible with quick mount clip-on third party fenders. Engineered to be the lightest, the Teammachine SLR does not feature threads and brackets to install classic fenders using stays bolted on the frame and fork. Examples of quick mount clip-on fenders •...
  • Page 55 Detailed Assembly Instructions Quick Mount Clip-on Fenders You can attach the quick mount clip on fenders on limited areas of the fork blades, seat stays, seat tube and seat post. ! WARNING: Avoid fixing systems other than elastic bands or fabric straps. Clamping with clamps or bolt-on mechanism may damage the frame structure.

  • Page 57: Service Instructions

    Service Instructions Service Instructions The BMC Teammachine SLR is a high-tech, performance oriented product. We ask you to take care of your bike if you want it to deliver its maximum performance over the years. If you notice parts that are worn out or damaged, do not hesitate to replace the part and or contact your BMC dealer.

  • Page 58: Trouble Shooting

    Service Instructions Trouble Shooting Noise from the saddle or the seatpost: • Apply friction paste between the seatpost and the frame seat tube. • Apply grease on each element of the saddle clamp (bolt, washer, clamps). • Apply friction paste between the seatpost and the frame. Noise from the drivetrain: •...

  • Page 59: Notes

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  • Page 60 BMC Switzerland AG Sportstrasse 49 | CH-2540 Grenchen | Switzerland...
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