# Sedan-Inspired Bicycles This Aluminum Frame Bicycle Celebrates BMW's All-New Sedan By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2017-09-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-frame-bicycle References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/bmw-m-bike-carbon-edition/51376/) & [press.bmwgroup](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0274368EN/bmw-m-bike-limited-carbon-edition) Most people associate German automaker [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop) with some of the best cars around, but the company also has a noble tradition of producing high-quality bicycles, with its latest and greatest creation being the M Bike Limited Carbon aluminum frame bicycle. Indeed this particular aluminum frame bicycle was devised to celebrate BMW's new M5 car, which is why the limited-edition offering comes in only one shade, a so-called Marina Bay Blue hue that matches the ones used in the launch editions of the BMW M5. This bike makes liberal use of [carbon fiber on the fork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-frame) and other components, but is really a blended carbon and aluminum creation, giving it the best of both rigidity and speed. With engineering prowess clearly inspired by BMW's automaking tradition, the M Bike Limited Carbon is in a class of its own in terms of both style and performance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aluminum-frame Bicycles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating high-performance bicycles by using a blend of carbon fiber and aluminum materials. - **Limited-edition Offerings:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the production of exclusive bicycles that celebrate or align with popular automotive launches. - **Carbon Fiber Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in utilizing carbon fiber materials to enhance the performance and design of bicycles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the collaboration between automotive and bicycle industries to create complementary products and experiences. - **Sporting Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of high-performance bicycles that cater to the needs of cycling enthusiasts. - **Luxury Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the production of exclusive bicycles that cater to luxury consumers seeking premium and stylish transportation options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke Automotive-Branded Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlaverick-aston-martin-1r.md) - [Bespoke Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-mountain-bike.md) - [Performance-Focused Aluminum Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6061-black-label-v3.md) - [Sleek Steel Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-spectre-2022-model.md) - [Sleek All-Black E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s3-aluminum.md) - [Limited Production Timber Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alfredo-wooden-bikes.md) - [Space-Grade Aluminum Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-odyssey.md) - [Senior-Suited Balance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-balance-bike.md) - [Grand Touring Automotive Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop.md)