The benchmark for aerodynamics, integrated product design and uncompromising performance in cycling: Factor represents the top tier of modern carbon road bikes. The roots of the British engineering company from Norfolk lie in motorsport and in collaborations with brands such as Ferrari, Lamborghini and various Formula 1 teams. Its debut in the bicycle world was a hyperbike for the automotive prestige brand Aston Martin, which shaped the ambition to build high-end racing bikes in series production. In 2013, the decision followed to manufacture road racing bikes at scale, bringing in industry and pro-racing expertise with Rob Gitelis, Baden Cooke and David Millar. The result is Factor race machines whose integrated design and unconditional dedication to performance set them apart. Top-level engineering and precise production to uncompromising standards are the hallmarks of Factor frames.
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Overview of Factor models
Factor Road Bike Models
ONE
Factor has set itself the task of building the most efficient and fastest bike in the world, always with the podium in sight. ONE is the result of years of development and combines aerodynamics, stiffness and efficiency into an uncompromising race machine that makes you noticeably faster.
OSTRO V.A.M.
Aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and comfort all in one package: The OSTRO VAM is now lighter, faster - practically unbeatable. With a weight reduction of 250 grams and a power saving of 7 watts over its predecessor, it redefines responsive riding and delivers an unparalleled riding experience.
O2 V.A.M.
The O2 VAM is the weight-optimized, lightweight version of the O2. Particularly in mountain races like the Taiwan KOM Challenge, it can fully showcase its capabilities and prove that lightweight construction does not have to come at the expense of riding comfort and performance.
O2
The O2 is the all-rounder of the Factor family. It has excellent climbing capabilities and also masters rough cobblestones without much trouble. Romain Bardet relied on the O2 during the Tour de France, and Silvan Dillier rode it over the rough cobbles at Paris-Roubaix. A race machine that's up for anything.
Monza
The DNA of the OSTRO VAM, now accessible to more cyclists: The MONZA brings racing performance to the road - efficient, direct and uncompromising. Inspired by professional sport, but made for your everyday life in a jersey. Whether it's a solo ride or a club race - MONZA is your entry into the world of Factor
Track and TT bike models
HANZO
Factor has set out to build the fastest time trial bike in the world. To achieve this, the latest UCI regulations were pushed to the maximum, aiming for consistent innovation at the edge to squeeze out that small, decisive advantage.
SLICK
The SLICK is an uncompromising triathlon bike built for maximum aerodynamics and race speed. Integrated storage and nutrition solutions, as well as high fit flexibility, ensure you can maintain a clean aero position even over long distances.
Hanzo Track
The HANZO TRACK is Factor’s uncompromising track bike for maximum aerodynamics and relentless speed in the pursuit. It combines ultra-efficient aero shapes with high stiffness for direct power transfer when every tenth counts.
Raiden
RAIDEN is the track bike for mass-start races, where explosive accelerations, tight lines and hard position battles matter. It combines aerodynamics with high stiffness and agile handling, so you can react at any time in the bunch and drive your attacks home.
Factor Gravel Bike Models
Aluto
If you love riding long distances and are looking for a gravel bike that combines speed, control, and comfort, the ALUTO is your ideal companion. It handles as nimbly as the OSTRO Gravel, but offers more stability and confidence on long rides.
OSTRO Gravel V.A.M.
The Ostro Gravel stems from the DNA of the Ostro VAM and transfers its winning mentality to all terrains off the road. With advanced aerodynamics, perfect handling, and high stiffness, it dominates the gravel roads and ensures control with its 45mm tire clearance – even when things get rough on the trail.
Factor Mountain Bike Models
Lando HT
Mountain biking in its purest form can only be provided by a hardtail. No bike is faster uphill and in sprints. You want to feel the trail with all your senses and then show your buddies who's boss on the climb? Experience the Lando HT.
Lando XC
If you're after speed and record times on the mountain bike, but also just want to have fun on the trail, then the Lando XC is the right choice for you. Built for the legendary Cape Epic, this swift XC full-suspension bike also brings its performance to your local loop.
More about Factor
Road bikes with high speed in their blood
Factor stands for innovation, speed, and performance - combined in bikes that breathe aerodynamics and crave speed. No wonder, since the developers have their roots in motorsport. They started as a leading design and engineering office for prestige brands like Aston Martin or Ferrari, developing aerodynamic vehicles for many motorsport teams in Formula 1 and the Moto GP motorcycle world championship. In 2009, they made their first spectacular foray into the bike industry with the FACTOR001 - a racing bike that was far ahead of its time and did not want to be confined by the strict UCI regulations. Hydraulic disc brakes, perfect integration of all cables, power measurement, and a cockpit with touchscreen display were already pointing in the direction the road cycling sport would develop towards. The Twin-Vane design, which gives the Factor ONE its futuristic look and consistent orientation towards aerodynamics, was also already present: A split down and seat tube, creating impressive lateral stiffness of the frame. Advanced engineering in its most beautiful form.
Carbon road bikes of unique quality
This was followed by the development of a £25,000 hyper-bike for the prestige brand Aston Martin, the Factor ONE-77, and in 2013 the decision to produce racing bikes in series. For this, Factor brought in a lot of know-how from the bike industry and professional cycling with Rob Gitelis, Baden Cooke, and David Millar. Their expertise around composite materials, lightweight construction, and aerodynamics, as well as the constant use of the highest quality high-end carbon fibers, make the frames qualitatively unique. Factor has its own production facilities, which allows the manufacturer maximum influence on manufacturing and guarantees the highest level of quality assurance. This not only sets obvious standards in terms of aerodynamics and design but also in the quality of production. Perfection arises not by chance or happy circumstances but from dedication and a love for detail that accepts no compromises.
Pro cyclists rely on Factor
No wonder, then, that Factor enjoys great popularity in professional racing and has already secured podium places at tours like the Tour de France, merciless spring classics like Paris-Roubaix, or various Ironman events. Since the 2020 season, Factor bikes can also be seen again in UCI races: Factor has signed a three-year contract with the Team Israel Cycling Academy, for which the two German riders André Greipel and Rick Zabel are also starting.
