BMC Extra

BMC Extra is a product line within the portfolio of BMC Switzerland AG, a Swiss bicycle manufacturer headquartered in Grenchen. The brand's origins trace back to 1986, when the company began by assembling licensed Raleigh bicycles. In 1994, the BMC name was officially established, and the company shifted its focus toward high-performance racing bikes. A major turning point came in 2000 when Andy Rihs, chairman of the Phonak Group and the Phonak Cycling Team, acquired the company and set the goal of building the "Porsche of race bikes." Under his ownership, BMC introduced the Teammachine in 2002 for the Phonak team, and by 2003 it began exporting beyond Switzerland. The brand entered the Tour de France in 2004 with models like the Timemachine TT01 and Promachine SLC01, and achieved its first Tour de France stage win in 2005. In 2007, BMC expanded into mountain biking with the Fourstroke. Today, BMC Switzerland offers a wide range of premium bicycles across road, gravel, mountain, track, e-bike, and lifestyle categories. The BMC Extra line, while not detailed in the provided evidence, is positioned within this high-performance ecosystem, likely representing a specific model or edition aimed at riders seeking advanced engineering and speed. The company continues to sponsor professional racing teams such as BMC Factory Racing and Tudor Pro Cycling Team, reinforcing its racing heritage. BMC bikes are sold globally through a network of dealers and the official website, with prices ranging from several thousand to over CHF 15,000 for top-tier models.

BMC Switzerland AG, the parent company of BMC Extra, was founded in 1986 in Grenchen, Switzerland, initially assembling licensed Raleigh bicycles. In 1994, the BMC brand was officially launched, marking a shift toward proprietary designs. The pivotal moment came in 2000 when Andy Rihs, chairman of the Phonak Group and the Phonak Cycling Team, acquired the company with the vision of creating the "Porsche of race bikes." This led to a focus on high-performance racing bicycles. In 2002, BMC developed the Teammachine for the Phonak team, and by 2003, it began exporting bikes internationally. The brand made its Tour de France debut in 2004 with the Timemachine TT01 and Promachine SLC01, and in 2005 achieved its first Tour de France stage victory. In 2007, BMC launched the Fourstroke, entering the mountain bike segment. Over the years, BMC has continued to innovate, introducing models like the Roadmachine, Kaius, URS, and Speedmachine, and has sponsored professional teams such as BMC Factory Racing and Tudor Pro Cycling Team. The BMC Extra line is part of this legacy, representing the brand's commitment to speed and precision. The company remains privately held and operates globally, with its bikes sold through a network of dealers and its official website.

• 2007

  Launched Fourstroke, entering mountain biking.

• 2005

  First Tour de France stage win.

• 2004

  Debut at Tour de France with Timemachine TT01 and Promachine SLC01.

• 2003

  Began shipping bikes beyond Swiss borders.

• 2002

  Teammachine created for the Phonak team.

• 2000

  Andy Rihs acquires the company, aiming to build the 'Porsche of race bikes'.

• 1994

  BMC brand officially launched.

• 1986

  Company founded in Grenchen, Switzerland, assembling licensed Raleigh bikes.

Premium, high-performance racing bicycles with Swiss engineering, targeting professional athletes and serious enthusiasts.

• Teammachine SLR

  Road racing bike

• Teammachine R

  Aero road racing bike

• Roadmachine

  Endurance road bike

• Kaius

  Gravel racing bike

• URS

  Gravel bike

• Fourstroke

  Mountain bike

• Speedmachine

  Track bike

• Timemachine

  Time trial/triathlon bike

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