MTT Ecosystem

Micro Travel Technology – our proven damping innovation

The pinnacle of lightweight, broad, modular approach to integrated drop-bar suspension, BMC’s proprietary Micro Travel Technology (MTT) has evolved over several generations into what it is today.

The progressive engineers at our Impec Lab have spent years developing and perfecting the function and performance of the system, originally conceived to excel in the unforgiving discipline of cross-country racing, now extending to gravel riding and beyond.

Simply adding compliance to the rear of the bike was not sufficient – and doing so without any loss of drivetrain efficiency, torsional rigidity or steering responsiveness, was near rocket science. The result is one for the ages; virtually no weight penalty and incredibly low maintenance. The first generation of MTT saw the engineered performance of the chainstays and seatstays through complex carbon layups, the dual-guide and an integrated XCell damper.

As our horizons of drop-bar riding expand, so does the need to develop MTT for front-end suspension. This has resulted in MTT moving from a standalone technology to an entire ecosystem, currently comprising of suspension fork, stem and stays.

MTT Suspension Fork

Modern gravel tires are capable at providing traction, rolling efficiency and dampening high-frequency vibrations, caused by small obstacles. The MTT Suspension Fork is designed to overcome the limits of gravel tires and avoid performance compromises.

MTT Stays

The MTT Stays add an extra layer of compliance to the rear-end of the bike, while improving traction and control on technical terrain in a featherweight, reliable and seamlessly integrated design.

ICS MTT Suspension Stem

The latest development in the MTT ecosystem is further innovation to front-end drop bar suspension; our all-new MTT Suspension Stem, developed in conjunction with the team at Redshift.

The Micro Travel Technology (MTT)

Three pillars of the BMC's MTT ecosystem are found on various platforms and categories across the bike range ensuring the best riding experience on each and every terrain.

MTT Seatstays

As MTT now rolls out across different disciplines of cycling, having ignited a whole ecosystem, there’s no end to the confidence and comfort the original brings.

Dual-Guide Design

The subtle dual-guide technology complements high pedalling efficiency on uneven ground: All the torsional stiffness of a rigid frame thanks to the dual-guide design, natural suspension feel, durability and easy maintenance.

XCell Damper

Not your usual elastomer – XCell is an innovative material used in high-end automotive applications due to its superior properties: controlled rebound, consistent performance in a wide range of temperatures (-20 to 80 degrees Celsius).

MTT Stays – Animation Video

MTT Suspension Fork

Developed in collaboration with the engineers at Hi-Ride, the MTT Suspension Fork is designed to elevate the riding experience of the URS LT and is suited to a wide range of gravel riding styles. The MTT Suspension Fork features a sophisticated hydraulic damper with a wide range of adjustments in a completely integrated package.

The MTT Suspension Fork delivers 20mm of plush travel over a spring curve optimized for gravel riding. In short-travel applications, coil suspension has a several advantages over air suspension.

With the ability to tune the customizable amount of suspension needed, using a selection of spring coils and adjustable pre-load levels, the MTT Suspension Fork allows riders to dial in their required suspension to suit their preferred terrains and rider weight.

MTT Suspension Fork – Animation Video

ICS MTT Suspension Stem

Using Redshift’s proven ShockStop technology, as well as our pioneering BMC Swiss engineering, we were able to design an advanced, lightweight, and finely crafted suspension stem.

The ICS MTT x Redshift Stem features: Integrated Cockpit System (ICS) technology for stealth cable routing as well as perfect integration for a clean and aerodynamic profile, up to 20 mm travel, 72-100 mm lengths, 0° angle and adjustable tuning options for different rider weights and riding styles.

It provides a wide range of benefits to the riding experience: more comfort, more control, more speed and less muscle fatigue.

ICS MTT Suspension Stem – Animation Video