The BB86 standard (width 86 mm, internal diameter 41 mm) is one of the most widely used on modern road/gravel bikes. Many premium brands adopt it for its great stiffness-to-weight balance and broad compatibility with today’s cranksets. See our World Tour bottom-bracket guide for pro builds.
BB86-Compatible Frames
If your bike is from one of the brands below, there’s a good chance it uses BB86 (always check before ordering):
- 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.
Compatibility tip: BB86 is very common, but always measure the shell width (~86.5 mm) and diameter (41 mm) of your frame before purchasing.
Works with the 3 Major Crankset Standards
- Shimano 24 mm (Ultegra, Dura-Ace): noticeable smoothness and reduced fatigue on long rides.
- Rotor 30 mm (e.g. Aldhu / Aldhu Carbon): high stiffness and low weight for top efficiency.
- SRAM DUB 29 mm: versatile and durable; our BB86 ceramic units handle demanding use very well.
Our Top Picks
- CyclingCeramic BB86 Shimano (41/24): ideal for Ultegra & Dura-Ace.
- CyclingCeramic BB86 41/30: for Rotor 30 mm cranksets (with integrated protection).
- Bikone DCTech BB86-92: excellent value, multi-standard compatibility.
Upgrade your pedaling efficiency today with a high-quality BB86 ceramic bottom bracket. Whether you ride a Canyon Aeroad, a Scott Addict or a Bianchi Oltre, these BBs are designed to maximize performance.
