BianchiMagma
Origin
The Bianchi Magma is the entry-level cross-country hardtail in Bianchi's MTB line, putting the historic Italian marque's name and signature celeste colour within reach of recreational and younger riders. Built around a hydroformed AL6061 aluminium frame with 29-inch wheels and a 100 mm SR Suntour fork, it is positioned for trail-centre climbs and descents, gravel and fire roads rather than racing. Bianchi sells it across several build tiers (Magma 9.2, 9.1, 9.0 and the newer 29S), differing mainly in drivetrain and fork — from a 2x9 Shimano Alivio/Altus or CUES setup on the cheaper builds up to Deore on the dearer ones. Frame mounts for a rack and mudguards give it a practical, do-everything character that goes beyond pure cross-country.
Specifications
- Frame
- Aluminium 6061 (AL6061), hydroformed; alloy only — no carbon variant
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- Shimano 2x9 (Alivio/Altus mix, e.g. 9.2) up to Shimano CUES 2x9 on newer Magma 29S; Deore 1x10/1x11 on higher 9.1/9.0 builds. Varies by model/year
- Brakes
- Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc, 160 mm front & rear (Center Lock), PM 160 mm mounts
- Wheels
- 29" (622), Velomann/Alexrims DP2.5 rims 25c, BOOST or QR hubs depending on build
The verdict
- Accessible entry into the Bianchi name and signature celeste colourway at a budget-friendly price point
- Reliable, easily serviceable Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) and proven Shimano drivetrain components
- Versatile 29er platform with frame mounts for rack and mudguards — works for light trail, gravel and fire roads, not just XC
- Hydroformed AL6061 alloy frame with internal cable routing gives a clean, durable build for the money
- SR Suntour XCM coil fork is heavy and basic — limited small-bump sensitivity and prone to feeling vague on rough terrain compared with air forks
- House-brand Velomann finishing kit (bar, stem, seatpost, saddle, rims) is functional but low-end and the first thing most owners upgrade
- Bianchi does not publish a claimed weight; real-world weight is high for an XC hardtail (~14-15 kg class), blunting climbing efficiency
- Entry 2x9 Alivio/Altus drivetrain on lower builds is dated next to rivals' 1x12 setups at similar price
- Recreational/leisure geometry is conservative — not slack or capable enough for aggressive or technical descending
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