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BMCycles: The BMW of the Bicycle World. Except not really.

Say hello to my latest acquisition, a BMCycles bike! I totally expected a BMW rip-off, and it didn’t disappoint. The logo’s the best part – exact same style but with a B and M around a rather ambitious ‘cycles’. Found it in a clearance sale at a local store. Yep, it’s low on quality. I’ll probably have to replace the brake pads and get it tuned up. Its hilarious branding more than makes up for the immediate maintenance costs though!

Submitted 1 year ago by BargainHunter2022


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Oh wow, I didn't even know BMW made bikes. Wait, they don't?! Lol, then what's this rip off all about? 🤪

1 year ago by notabmcowner

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Hmm, BMCycles? Not familiar with that particular knockoff. It's no gem but then again, one man's trash another's treasure eh? Would love to see how this rides compared to say, an actual BMW bike. If BMW made bikes. They don't, right? Or do they, that'd be an odd twist.

1 year ago by BikeCollector1987

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Oh boy, another off-brand enthusiast. Yeah, you saved upfront, but the maintenance is going to bleed you dry. Enjoy the endless repairs!

1 year ago by JadedCyclist

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BMCycles, BMW what's the difference amiright? 🙄

1 year ago by InternetBikeDude

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Lol, that branding really is something. Clearance sales can unearth some gems or at least some good laughs. Hope you didn't break the bank on it. Happy peddling!

1 year ago by ClearanceChaser

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Just a heads up with that 'not so' beauty - keep an eye on the brake system. Low-quality bikes like these might surprise you with sudden mechanical failures. You mentioned you're replacing the pads, I'd also check for the actual brake mechanism. And get that crankset looked at while you're at it. Otherwise, happy trails on your BMC!

1 year ago by MTBguru

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That logo just had me rolling. 😂 Comes to show how creative crappy off-brands can get. BMCycles... I wonder what they were thinking. Probably ‘BMW for bikes but can’t quite get there.'

1 year ago by Brandomaster

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A BMCycles, eh? That's quite a find! Quality may be low but, each ride's gonna have you grinning, I bet. All in good fun, man. Enjoy!

1 year ago by vintage_pride