The Bianchi Methanol is a versatile cross-country MTB.

At Bianchi, you can literally feel the racing DNA in every bike:

Bianchi has stood for success in cycling for many years. Also with the Methanol XC mountain bike you immediately recognize the feasible performance. CV stands for Bianchi Countervail application. Developed by Nasa, the carbon fibers absorb 80% of the vibrations

The Bianchi methanol novelties are available in 3 versions

With the Bianchi Methanol you have a powerful cross-country mountain bike. It is suitable for competitions and you will also have fun with it in your spare time.

The first edition existed over 30 years ago. The Bianchi Methanol has always enjoyed great popularity. With it you master the trails efficiently and at high speed. The lightweight frame guarantees good handling. Another plus is the direct power transmission to the pedals. This means less energy is lost and you have enough air for more adventures.

The lightweight monocoque frame with dropout 12 x 148 mm Boost was made from high-quality carbon modules. It is one of the lightest MTB frames on the market. With a weight of 9.5 kg, the Methanol CV RS is a good choice for any race. You have a stable riding position for a comfortable ride. The frame design provides the necessary comfort.

The Methanol CV RS promises high performance, whether for weekend fun or chasing the podium. The lightweight frame paired with good suspension makes for an agile ride. The shifting groups, disc brakes and wheelsets do the rest to get the most out of the bike.

• Methanol CV RS 1: The Methanol CV RS 1 is the most expensive version with the best equipment of components. Here you can rely on the precision of SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 1x12sp.

• Methanol CV RS 2: With the Methanol CV RS 2 you get premium components. The Shimano XTR ensures a smooth driving experience.

• Methanol CV RS 3: Cheaper, but not to be sneezed at, is the Methanol CV RS 3. Here the Shimano XT shifting group is in your service. A predecessor model is the Bianchi Methanol CV FS 9.3.

As a used bike, the Bianchi Methanol CV FS 9.3 is still highly recommended. The current Methanol CV RS bikes are available as hardtail, while the Bianchi Methanol CV FS 9.3 is a fullsuspension MTB.

The new Bianchi Methanol CV RS is available in frame sizes S, M, L and XL. Color-wise it is held in the traditional Celeste.

More bikes from Bianchi are available as follows:

Road Bike: Racing, Endurance, Cyclocross, Time Trial & Triathlon. Below we go into a little more detail about the plethora of road bikes.

Gravel Bike: Arcadex, Impulso, Impulos Pro, Via Nirone 7

City Fitness: Turismo, C-Sport, Spillo

Junior: XR12, XR16, Duel

E-bike: E-Road, E-Gravel, E-MTB, E-Tourer, E-Urban

With all 3 variants you get plenty of quality for your money

Depending on what you are willing to spend, you get excellent components for your budget. Bianchi relies on long-established manufacturers such as Shimano, SRAM, Fizik, FSA Kenda or DT Swiss. Where possible, Bianchi relies on in-house developments.

Derailleur groups & brakes

Derailleur groups: For the rear derailleur, the Methanol MTB is equipped with the Shimano XTR, Shimano XT or SRAM XX. The Methanol CV RS 9.3 is also available with the SRAM X01 Eagle. On other models you will also find the Shimano SLX shifting group. The SLX series is based on the Shimano XT series. The manufacturing method allows it to use cheaper materials. Older models are also available with the Shimano Deore. The bottom bracket is based on the Shimano Pressfit.

Brakes: The disc brakes provide powerful and reliable braking in all conditions. You need less power when braking and in mud and wet conditions they still offer excellent performance. Every corner can be approached at high speed until the end. The disc brakes stand for pinpoint braking.

Damper

The Methanol CR RS is a hardtail MTB. It means that it has a suspension fork. The Rock Shox Sid SL Select 29", Charger RL, Solo Air or the Fox 32 SC 29" Factory Kashima Remote is used. The suspension travel is 100 mm for both and ensures that the bike finds its way well on the trail.

In the Bianchi Methanol CV FS 9.3 you get another damper on the rear triangle. This ensures an even more comfortable ride. Stones and roots on the trail you take it with ease. The increased comfort and the better driving experience pays off. The suspension can be adjusted as needed.

Cockpit

Saddle: For the saddle, Bianchi relies on the Fizik Taiga. Fizik has long enjoyed a very good reputation and the Fizik Taiga is a great example. It combines comfort with good performance for a good price.

Seatpost: The FSA KFX SB0 with 0 mm Seatback is used for the seatpost. Furthermore, the Reparto Corse Carbon SB0 with 0 mm Seatback is used. The Reparto Corse products come from Bianchi itself.

Handlebars & Stem: From FSA, the KFX 3D stem and the KFX ICR Flat Backsweep handlebars are used. From Bianchi is used on the Reparto Corse stem and he Reparto Corse Flat Backsweep handlebar.

Wheels & Tires

Wheels: The wheelset uses quality from Switzerland. Among other things, the DT Swiss XR 1700 Spline and DT Swiss XRC 1501 Spline are used. The Swiss have long stood for excellent components, whether inexpensive or top-shelf products

Tire: The Kenda Booster Pro is a World Cup proven tire. The traction control reaches a new level without sacrificing speed.

Additional equipment

To find the right water bottle holder incl. water bottle, you can use reviews from visitors of an online store as a guide. Also for other products, such as helmets and shoes, it is advisable to read the reviews of other customers. To save on shipping costs, it is best to find a store that has a wide range of products. This way you get everything you need for your shopping cart at once.

How to find out which methanol bike meets my needs

Depending on how ambitious you are, you have to spend more or less money. If you decide against the Methanol mountain bike, Bianchi offers plenty of other bikes. As pure road bikes you will find the Oltre, Oltre RC, Oltre XR3, Oltre XR4 and Oltre Pro. Furthermore, there are the Specialissima, Sprint and Aria. The excellent performance is due, among other things, the Bianchi Countervail use.

With an endurance bike you create high speeds on long distances. Bianchi offers the Infinto, Infinito XE and Via Nirone 7. For cyclocross use, you can choose the Zolder Pro as a frameset or complete bike. Bikes with the best aerodynamics for triathletes are the Aquila models.

If you prefer to experience leisurely bikepacking and trekking tours, then look around at the Gravel bikes. Here Bianchi has among others the Impulso and Impulso Pro in the range.

The C-Sport, Spillo and Turismo are your friend when you need a reliable bike for everyday use. The Junior bikes come in several wheel sizes. There is something for every age group.

The e-bikes are divided into several categories. You will find road bikes, gravel bikes, an E-MTB and bikes for urban use. An e-bike is always worthwhile where you would otherwise run out of power. You can also use it to build up your fitness or just for leisurely cruising.

Bianchi is tradition and lifestyle in one

The company looks back on more than 130 years of experience. With the color Celeste, a distinguishing feature was created that has changed slightly in color over the years.

In the late 1940s, Fausto Coppi won the Giro d'Italia on a Bianchi bike. This was just the beginning. Just before the turn of the millennium, the Bianchi brand got full attention from Marco Pantani. The pirate Pantani won the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France in the same year 1998 and underlined the excellent quality.

Bianchi has remained true to its line, which is part of its success. Today you can find Café & Cycles in Stockholm, Milan and Tokyo. The traditional company is more than just a premium manufacturer. Through the continuous successes, with an end-to-end concept, it has become a lifestyle brand.

Can't decide whether to choose a Fully or a Hardtail Methanol? We at Buycycle are happy to tell you about the pros and cons of both.