Ceramic Bottom Brackets

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BB30 Ceramic
BB30 is a standard of the 2010's. Frame measures 68mm width and internal diameter measures 42mm. There are little holes located into the frame in order to lock BB30 bearings. Cannondale is the most famous brand using this standard.
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BSA Ceramic BB
BSA Shimano CyclingCeramic
Ceramic BSA Bottom Brackets
Ceramic BSA bottom brackets are a top choice for demanding cyclists with high-end bikes. Used on models like the Specialized Tarmac SL7, SL8, and Aethos, these bottom brackets offer much better performance than steel versions thanks to ceramic bearings. Although their price is higher, ceramic BSA bottom brackets provide smoother pedaling and greater efficiency, particularly suited for performance-oriented road bikes.
Characteristics and Advantages of Ceramic BSA Bottom Brackets
The BSA (British Standard Thread) standard, with its 1.37 x 24 TPI threading, is a universal standard in cycling. This threaded type of bottom bracket is widely used for its reliability, allowing for ceramic bearings that reduce friction and improve durability. Unlike press-fit bottom brackets, the BSA threaded system offers enhanced protection from external elements and remains easily accessible for maintenance.
Broad Compatibility of Ceramic BSA Bottom Brackets
Our range of ceramic BSA bottom brackets offers compatibility with various popular crank types and is available from several leading brands, including Rotor, CyclingCeramic, and Bikone. Key compatibility options include:
- Shimano and Rotor 24 mm Cranks: Suitable for all generations, ensuring an easy and reliable installation.
- Rotor 30 mm Cranks: Especially compatible with advanced models like Aldhu Carbon and power meters 2INpower SL.
- SRAM GXP and DUB Cranks: Perfect fit with DUB systems for optimal performance on BSA frames.
Why Choose a Ceramic Bottom Bracket?
Ceramic bearings offer several key advantages over steel bearings:
- Superior Performance and Efficiency: Ceramic bearings reduce internal friction, allowing for better power transfer.
- Durability and Longevity: Ceramic bearings are more resistant to wear and contaminants, extending the bottom bracket’s lifespan.
- Easy Maintenance: The BSA technology allows easy access for cleaning and maintenance, ideal for long-distance cyclists or those riding in varied conditions.
Guide: How to Tell If Your Bike Has a BSA Bottom Bracket
Here’s a quick guide to determine if your bike uses a BSA bottom bracket:
Check the Threads: BSA bottom brackets use a 1.37 x 24 TPI thread. If you see threads with this specification, it’s likely a BSA model.
Measure the Width: BSA bottom brackets are generally 68 mm wide for road bikes and 73 mm for mountain bikes.
Consult the Bike’s Manual: The bottom bracket type is often listed in the manual or on the manufacturer’s website.
Ask a Mechanic: A bike professional can quickly identify the bottom bracket type for you.
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ITA Ceramic BB
ITA is the Italian standard of threaded frames. It's a popular standard on Pinarello bikes. Find the ITA BB that you need for your Shimano, Sram or Rotor crankset
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BBright Ceramic BB
BBRight arrived on the market with Cervélo frames. It's still used on many frames. This is a pressfit standard with different widths left/right. We provide BBright BB with standard or ceramic bearings for Rotor, Shimano and Rotor cranks
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BB86 Ceramic BB
BB86 CyclingCeramic for Shimano cranks
BB86 Ceramic Bottom Brackets: The Ultimate Upgrade for Your Bike
The BB86 standard, with an 86 mm width and a 41 mm internal diameter, is one of the most widely used systems in high-end cycling today. It is adopted by many prestigious brands, offering high performance while ensuring compatibility with a wide range of modern cranksets. Check out our World Tour bike bottom bracket guide.
BB86-Compatible Frames
Many bike manufacturers use the BB86 standard for their frames due to its benefits in stiffness and weight. If your bike is from one of the following brands, it is highly likely that it uses a BB86 bottom bracket:
- Canyon: Aeroad, Ultimate, Endurace.
- Scott: Addict, Foil.
- Giant: TCR, Defy, Propel.
- Lapierre: Xelius, Pulsium.
- Bianchi: Oltre, Infinito, Aria.
- Cube: Litening, Agree.
- Ridley: Fenix, Noah.
- BMC: Teammachine, Roadmachine.
- Merida: Scultura, Reacto.
Perfect Compatibility with the 3 Major Crankset Standards
BB86 ceramic bottom brackets are designed to work seamlessly with the three most popular crankset standards:
- Shimano 24 mm: Perfect for Ultegra and Dura-Ace groupsets. Ceramic bearings provide exceptional smoothness and reduce fatigue during long rides.
- Rotor 30 mm: Designed to maximize stiffness while minimizing weight. Cranksets like the Rotor Aldhu Carbon are ideal for riders seeking the ultimate balance between weight and power.
- SRAM DUB 29 mm: Known for their versatility, DUB cranksets are simple yet efficient. Our BB86 ceramic bottom brackets ensure enhanced durability even in demanding conditions.
Why Choose a BB86 Ceramic Bottom Bracket?
- Exceptional Smoothness: Ceramic bearings drastically reduce friction, improving pedaling efficiency.
- Superior Durability: Designed to last much longer than steel bearings, even in tough conditions.
- Simple and Precise Installation: With exact dimensions and built-in protection sleeves (on certain models), installation is quick and ensures perfect alignment.
- Wide Compatibility: Whether you're using Shimano, Rotor, or SRAM, our BB86 ceramic bottom brackets are designed to meet your needs.
Our Top Picks
- CyclingCeramic BB86 Shimano: The ideal choice for Shimano Ultegra and Dura-Ace cranksets.
- CyclingCeramic BB86 41/30: Designed for Rotor 30 mm cranksets, with built-in protection.
- Bikone DCTech BB86-92: A great value-for-money option, compatible with multiple standards.
Upgrade your pedaling efficiency today by investing in a high-quality BB86 ceramic bottom bracket. Whether you're riding a Canyon Aeroad, a Scott Addict, or a Bianchi Oltre, these bottom brackets are designed to maximize your performance.
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BB386 evo Ceramic BB
BB386 evo is mostly used on Look frames. It's 86mm width and 46mm internal diameter, pressfit standard. Find a large choice of BB386 BB for your frame if you need to mount a Shimano, Sram or Rotor crankset
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PressFit30 Ceramic BB
The PF30 frames measure 46mm in diameter and 68mm in width. They are relatively uncommon in the market. There is an asymmetric variant, the PF30A. It accommodates cranksets with 30mm, 24mm, DUB, and GXP spindle sizes
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BB65 Ceramic BB
BB65 is a very rare standard with 65mm bearings. Only used on certain Look frames for Zed crankset.
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T47 Ceramic BB
T47 A CyclingCeramic
T47 Ceramic – The Reference for High-End Bikes in 2024
The T47 standard, rapidly expanding in 2024, is gaining popularity among prestigious brands. This modern standard combines the simplicity and reliability of the BSA thread with the stiffness and performance of PressFit systems like BB86, offering the best of both worlds.
Bikes Compatible with T47
Here is a non-exhaustive list of models using the T47 standard:
- Cervélo: Soloist, Aspero
- Colnago: C68, V4RS
- Felt: Breed
- Factor: Slick, Ostro, O2
- Look: 795 Blade RS, 765 Optimum, Huez 785
- Trek: Émonda, Domane, Madone
These high-end bikes take full advantage of this standard to optimize their drivetrains with precise bottom brackets.
Why Choose a T47 Ceramic Bottom Bracket?
The T47 standard is perfectly suited for modern frames thanks to:
- Universal Compatibility: Available for Shimano 24 mm, Rotor 30 mm, or SRAM DUB 29 mm cranksets.
- Stiffness: Designed to maximize power transfer efficiently.
- Durability: High-quality ceramic bearings ensure unmatched smoothness and longevity.
How to Choose Your T47 Bottom Bracket?
- Determine your frame's bottom bracket shell size:
- 68 mm: External bearings
- 77 mm (T47A): Asymmetric design with one side featuring internal bearings and the other external.
- 85.5/86.5 mm: Internal bearings, providing maximum stiffness, best seller
- Select compatibility with your crankset:
- 24 mm for Shimano.
- 30 mm for Rotor.
- 29 mm for SRAM DUB.
Our Premium Brands and Models
We have selected three leading brands to meet the demands of the most discerning cyclists:
- Rotor: Known worldwide for its robustness and precision.
- CyclingCeramic: French-made ceramic bearings offering unmatched quality.
- Bikone: Performance and customization, including the T47 UAE blue model used by Tadej Pogačar.
Equip your bike with the best T47 bottom brackets and enjoy a smooth and high-performance drivetrain with our premium selection.
FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About T47
1. What is the T47 standard and why is it gaining popularity in 2024?
The T47 combines the simplicity of BSA threading with the rigidity of PressFit systems like BB86. This standard offers universal compatibility, optimal stiffness, and excellent durability with ceramic bearings.
2. Which bikes are compatible with the T47 standard?
Here is a non-exhaustive list of models using the T47 standard:
- Cervélo: Soloist, Aspero
- Colnago: C68, V4RS
- Felt: Breed
- Factor: Slick, Ostro, O2
- Look: 795 Blade RS, 765 Optimum, Huez 785
- Trek: Émonda, Domane, Madone
3. What are the benefits of a T47 ceramic bottom bracket?
The T47 ceramic bottom bracket provides unmatched smoothness and durability with high-quality ceramic bearings, optimizing power transfer through increased stiffness.
4. How do I choose a T47 bottom bracket for my bike?
- Frame width: 68 mm for external bearings, 85.5/86.5 mm for internal bearings.
- Compatible cranksets: 24 mm (Shimano), 30 mm (Rotor), 29 mm (SRAM DUB).
5. Which T47 bottom bracket brands should I choose for a high-end bike?
Rotor: known for robustness and precision.
CyclingCeramic: French-made bearings, unparalleled quality.
Bikone: performance and customization, including the T47 UAE blue model used by Tadej Pogačar. -
T45 Ceramic BB
T45 frames are rare on the market. It's a 2020's standard for Colnago frames. T45 is threaded. With our T45 BB you'l get quality threaded BB with perfectly aligned BB for a better lifespan and better smoothness.
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BB90 framesets
BB90 is a Trek standard of the 2000's. It's a pressfit technology. Due to the small diameter it's only compatible with 24mm and GXP cranks.