BMC Kaius 01 ONE 2026
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BMC Kaius 01 ONE 2026
Product Details
This is your journey. Your path. Your pace. On the BMC Kaius 01 ONE, there are no obstacles, just unrelenting speed across every surface. Crafted as the ultimate gravel race companion, Kaius combines ultra-lightweight construction, race-ready geometry, and advanced carbon technology to unlock performance where it matters most. From scorching desert roads to horizonless backcountry gravel, Kaius keeps you in control while pushing limits.
Kaius pairs minimal weight with maximum stiffness and compliance. Its premium carbon layup leverages high-modulus fibers for peak power transfer and high-strength fibers for comfort and durability. With a frame weighing only 910 g and a fork at 400 g, every climb feels effortless, every sprint explosive.
Designed for gravel dominance, Kaius features a longer reach for front-wheel stability, a shorter stem for responsive handling, and progressive geometry tuned for both speed and traction. Whether racing or exploring, the frame balances agility, precision, and confidence on loose surfaces.
BMC’s ICS Carbon Aero Cockpit integrates stealth cable routing and mounts with adjustable ergonomics for a refined WorldTour-ready setup. Aerocore bottle cage integration reduces drag while preserving functionality. Every detail, from the MTT Suspension Stem compatibility to 44 mm tire clearance, enhances versatility and control.
The complete system is designed for racing without compromise. Compatible with 1x and 2x drivetrains, dropper posts, and frame bags, Kaius adapts to every challenge while keeping weight to a minimum.
Ridden by the No Borders Gravel Team, Kaius transforms every ride into a podium-worthy performance. Gravel racing, redefined.
Key Features
- Frame – Kaius 01 Premium Carbon with Aerocore Design | ICS Technology Stealth Cable Routing
- Drivetrain – SRAM Red E1 XPLR AXS 1x13 with powermeter
- Wheelset – CG 39 SL Carbon | Tubeless Ready | 39 mm
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Frame | Kaius 01 Premium Carbon with Aerocore Design | ICS Technology Stealth Cable Routing | UDH Dropout (Universal Derailleur Hanger) | TCC Race Compliance Level | Flat Mount Disc | 12 x 142mm Thru-Axle |
| Fork | Kaius 01 Premium Carbon | ICS Technology, Stealth Cable Routing | TCC Race Compliance Level | Stealth Dropout Design | Flat Mount Disc | 12 x 100mm Thru-Axle |
| Handlebar | ICS Carbon Aero | One-Piece Full Carbon Cockpit | 135mm drop, 77mm reach, 12.5° flare |
| Seatpost | Kaius 01 Premium Carbon D-Shaped Seatpost | 15mm Offset | D-Fender Compatible |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Argo X1 Carbon | 140mm |
| Crankset | SRAM Red XPLR AXS DUB Wide E1 |
| Chainrings | 42T |
| Power Meter | SRAM Red AXS Power Meter (FC-RED-P-E1) |
| Cassette | SRAM Red XPLR (CS-XG-1391-E1), Size 10-46T |
| Chain | SRAM RED (CN-RED-E1) |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Red XPLR AXS (RD-RED-1E-E1) |
| Shifters | SRAM Red AXS (ED-RED-E1) |
| Gears | 1 x 13 |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Press Fit DUB |
| Brake Levers / Calipers | SRAM Red AXS (ED-RED-E1) |
| Rotors | SRAM Paceline X | Centerlock, Size (F/R): 160 / 160mm |
| Rims | CG 39 SL Carbon | Tubeless Ready | 39mm |
| Hubs (F/R) | CG 39 SL for Carbon Spokes | Star Ratchet Freehub | Center Lock |
| Tires | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H | 40mm |
| Tubeless Information | Tubeless Rim | Tubeless Tires |
| Accessories Included | Aerocore Bottle Cages | Computer mount for Garmin and Wahoo |
| Tire Clearance | 44mm measured tire |
| Weight without Pedals | 7.5kg | Size 54 as pictured with all accessories |
| ASTM Classification | Level 2 |
| System Weight Limit | 120kg |
| Measurement | 47 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 61 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Height (cm) | <166 | 166–174 | 172–180 | 178–186 | 184–192 | >190 |
| Reach (mm) | 390 | 397 | 401 | 405 | 410 | 414 |
| Stack (mm) | 510 | 530 | 550 | 570 | 595 | 620 |
| Bar Drop (mm) | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 |
| Bar Reach (mm) | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Bar Width (mm) | 390 / 448 | 390 / 448 | 390 / 448 | 410 / 468 | 410 / 468 | 430 / 488 |
| BB Drop (mm) | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Crank Length (mm) | 170 | 170 | 172.5 | 172.5 | 175 | 175 |
| Fork Length (mm) | 387 | 387 | 387 | 387 | 387 | 387 |
| Fork Rake (mm) | 50 | 50 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
| Front Center (mm) | 596 | 610 | 608 | 619 | 632 | 644 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 85 | 106 | 123 | 144 | 170 | 196 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 71 | 71 | 72 | 72 | 72 | 72 |
| Rear Center (mm) | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Seat Tube Length (mm) | 428 | 452 | 468 | 493 | 513 | 533 |
| Seatpost Length (mm) | 280 | 320 | 360 | 360 | 400 | 400 |
| Seatpost Offset (mm) | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 684 | 722 | 756 | 780 | 798 | 818 |
| Stem Angle (°) | -8 | -8 | -8 | -8 | -8 | -8 |
| Stem Length (mm) | 80 | 90 | 90 | 100 | 100 | 110 |
| Top Tube Length (mm) | 546 | 559 | 569 | 579 | 592 | 604 |
| Trail (mm) | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1003 | 1017 | 1015 | 1026 | 1039 | 1051 |