The Lowdown: Motobecane Le Champion Team Ti
This Motobecane bike is a without question a good deal at $3000 since the components alone tally up to around $3600 (sans frame). The question is how the frame measures up?
We are happy to report that it's a winner. The frame is well built with nice lines, clean welds and a beautiful finish. And some of the components that hang on the frame are best of breed with a complete Shimano Dura Ace 11-speed group and Mavic Ksyrium wheels.
The bike rides well. It is smooth and comfortable and tracks well on any kind of pavement and even dirt or gravel. Handling is crisp and predictable; it can be pushed to descend at break-neck speeds. Position is upright with a tall head tube, making this a good bike for long distance rides, gravel and commuting duties. However, it's not a pure bred racer with massive acceleration or laser-sharp handling.