What is the distribution of bottom bracket standards in the 2024 World Tour teams?

In 2024, the BB86 standard is used by 11 of the 18 World Tour teams, representing 61% of the market. The T47, adopted by teams like UAE Team Emirates and Trek, accounts for 17% of the market. The BSA standard is also used by 17% of teams, including Specialized and Cannondale. Finally, the ITA and BBRight standards are each used by one team (6% each), with Ineos Grenadiers using ITA and Visma using BBRight.

What is the BB86 standard for bottom brackets?

BB86 is a popular standard offering a lightweight and stiff frame due to its 86 mm wide shell. With an internal diameter of 41 mm, it is compatible with Shimano cranksets, which dominate the World Tour. This standard is widely adopted for its ease of installation and overall performance.

What are the benefits of the T47 standard used by UAE Team Emirates?

The T47 standard combines the advantages of a wide 86 mm shell for maximum stiffness with the quality and reliability of threaded bearings. While slightly heavier than the BB86, it offers superior performance, particularly when paired with high-end bottom brackets like the Bikone used by Pogacar.

Which bottom brackets are compatible with Specialized bikes?

Specialized bikes used in the World Tour primarily feature bottom brackets with the BSA standard. This threaded standard is known for its durability and ease of maintenance, making it particularly suited for the challenging conditions of professional racing.

Why is the BB86 standard dominant in World Tour teams?

BB86 dominates with 61% market share due to its combination of lightweight, stiffness, and compatibility with Shimano cranksets, which are the most widely used in the peloton. This standard also enables the design of lightweight frames while providing reliable performance.

Are all BB86 bottom brackets serviceable?

No, not all BB86 bottom brackets are serviceable. Shimano models, for example, rely on excellent sealing but must be replaced when worn. In contrast, BB86 bottom brackets with ceramic bearings, like those from CyclingCeramic, are often serviceable and allow for periodic maintenance, extending their lifespan.

What sets the BBRight standard apart from others?

The BBRight standard, used exclusively by Team Visma with their Cervélo bikes, is an asymmetric design that improves lateral frame stiffness while ensuring compatibility with specific cranksets. While less common, it offers notable advantages for frames built around this standard.

How do I maintain a BB86 bottom bracket?

A BB86 bottom bracket requires regular cleaning and proper greasing, especially for ceramic models. If you notice play or unusual noise, it's time to check the bearing condition. Serviceable models, such as those from CyclingCeramic, can be periodically maintained for extended longevity.

Which standard should I choose to optimize the performance of a road bike?

The choice of standard depends on your bike frame. BB86 is ideal for a balance of lightweight and stiffness, while T47 is recommended for riders seeking maximum durability and smoothness, particularly with high-end ceramic bottom brackets.

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For cycling enthusiasts and performance seekers, it is often helpful to know which components equip the bikes of professional teams.

The choice of bottom bracket is a crucial element that impacts stiffness, durability, and the efficiency of each pedal stroke. In the table below, you will find the bottom bracket standards used by the 18 top cycling teams in the world, based on the bike brands they ride.

2025 World Tour Teams Equipment

This table lists the frames, groupsets, and bottom bracket standards used by 2025 World Tour teams. It helps you identify standards and compatible upgrades quickly.

Colnago note: V5RS = BSA · Y1RS = BSA · V4RS = T47 (86.5 mm)

Team	Frame	Groupset	Bottom Bracket (upgrade link)
Groupama-FDJ	Wilier Filante SLR	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Arkéa-B&B Hotels	Bianchi Oltre RC	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Bahrain Victorious	Merida Reacto Team	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Cofidis	Look 795 Blade RS	Campagnolo Super Record	T47 (86.5 mm), Campagnolo
Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team	Van Rysel RCR-F	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
EF Education-EasyPost	Cannondale Supersix Evo Lab 71	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BSA, Shimano
Ineos Grenadiers	Pinarello Dogma F	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	ITA, Shimano
Intermarché-Wanty	Cube Litening C:68X Aero	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Lidl-Trek	Trek Gen 8 Madone SLR7	Sram Red AXS 12s	T47 (85.5 mm), Sram DUB 29 mm
Movistar Team	Canyon Aeroad	Sram Red AXS 12s	BB86, Sram DUB 29 mm
Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe	Specialized Tarmac SL8	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BSA, Shimano
Soudal Quick-Step	Specialized Tarmac SL8	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BSA, Shimano
Team Jayco AlUla	Giant Propel Advanced SL	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Team Picnic PostNL	Lapierre Xelius DRS	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Team Visma \| Lease a Bike	Cervélo S5	Sram Red AXS 12s	BBRight, Sram DUB 29 mm
UAE Team Emirates	Colnago Y1RS	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BSA, Shimano (Y1RS & V5RS) · T47 (86.5 mm) (V4RS)
XDS Astana Team	X-LAB RT9 (to confirm)	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Alpecin-Deceuninck	Canyon Aeroad CFR	Shimano Dura Ace 9270 12s	BB86, Shimano
Tip from Velo-Perso: hover rows for easier reading. Frames are highlighted in bold black. Upgrade links are in red.

Here's a list of BB with high performance levels.

They are classified by standard. The first row is dedicated to BB86 and includes models for Shimano, Rotor 30mm, Sram GXP or Sram DUB.The next rows are for BSA, ITA, T47 and BBRight.

There is the famous BB used by Pogacar and his team in 2024, the Bikone T47.

2025 World Tour Teams Equipment

Rotor Press Fit 24 bearings 41-24 ceramic

Rotor Press Fit 41/30 full ceramic bearings (BB86)

CyclingCeramic BB86 Bottom Bracket 41/24 for 24mm Axle - Black or Red

CyclingCeramic Bearings for Campagnolo Cranksets

CyclingCeramic BB86 41/30mm Ceramic Bottom Bracket

CyclingCeramic BB86 Sram DUB 41/29

DCTech BB86-92 BB30 Ceramic (41/30)

DCTech BB86-92 Shimano Ceramic Bikone (41/24)

Rotor BB1 ceramic bearings (BSA 24mm) for Shimano cranks or Rotor 3d24 Aldhu24

Rotor BSA30 ceramic bearings

Cyclingceramic BSA 24mm for Shimano Dura Ace Ultegra & Rotor Aldhu24

CyclingCeramic Bearings for Campagnolo Cranksets

CyclingCeramic BSA30 Ceramic Bottom Bracket Red or Black

BSA DUB Bottom Bracket by CyclingCeramic

Rotor UBB tool (also compatible with Rotor BSA30 & ITA30)

DCTech BSA 24mm Shimano Road Ceramic Bikone

Rotor ITA30 bearings (ceramic)

CyclingCeramic Bearings for Campagnolo Cranksets

Cyclingceramic ITA BB24

CyclingCeramic ITA DUB

Rotor UBB tool (also compatible with Rotor BSA30 & ITA30)

ITA30 CyclingCeramic Bottom Bracket - Black

Bikone BB tool for T47-T45-BSA-ITA frames

Bikone DCTech ITA Ceramic Bottom Bracket Shimano 24 mm

T4730 BB internal 86,5mm Cyclingceramic

T4730 BB external 68mm CyclingCeramic

T4724 BB external 68mm Cyclingceramic

T4724 BB internal 86,5mm Cyclingceramic

T47A for 30mm spindles Cyclingceramic

T47A 24mm for Shimano Cyclingceramic

T47A for Sram GXP spindles Cyclingceramic

Cyclingceramic T47A for Sram DUB 29mm spindles

Rotor 46/24 steel bearings for BBRight, PF30, BB386

Rotor 46/24 ceramic bearings for BBRight, PF30, BB386

Rotor red 4630 bottom bracket for 30mm spindles and BBRIGHT BB386EVO PF30

CyclingCeramic Bearings for Campagnolo Cranksets

CyclingCeramic BBRIGHT BB for 30mm cranks

CyclingCeramic BBRIGHT BB for Sram GXP cranks

Cyclingceramic BBRIGHT bearings for 24mm cranks (46/24)

DUB BBRIGHT CyclingCeramic