Specific
| Features | - UCI Approved for both rim brake and disc brake models.
- We use layup simulation software called Fibersim that enables us to model the exact size, shape, orientation and placement of every ply, and then add them up into a virtual build of a frame before ever cutting any pre-preg. This process allows us to put no more carbon fiber into the frame than is necessary. As a result,
- The O2 frame is made with three different carbon types, each selected for different performance characteristics. Standard Modulus, Medium Modulus and High Modulus Pitch Fibre. While the first two are common to the cycling industry the last – the Pitch Fibre – is far more rare because it demands specific skills to work with, and comes at a relatively very high cost. But we use it simply because it’s the lightest and stiffest carbon available for bike frames that can be manipulated.
- As with other Factor bikes, the O2 Disc uses three kinds of fiber: Standard Modulus, Medium Modulus and High Modulus Pitch Fiber. The High Pitch Fiber is as rare as it is expensive and our workers go through rigorous training to correctly use this material. Despite the cost and difficulty of working with it, we use it because High Pitch fiber helps give Factor bikes their low weight and signature ride quality.
- The Svelte Fork in both rim brake and disc brake models found on the O2 features a 1 1/8-inch to 1 3/8-inch tapered steerer that smoothly blends into the fork’s crown and down into the fork blades, creating a smooth run of fiber for superior strength and ride quality. Our sculpted blades are designed with minimal surface area to reduce weight and improve aerodynamics while maintaining best-in-class lateral stiffness. The Svelte fork is also designed to easily clear 28 mm tires; the combination of the Svelte fork and larger tires yields a surprisingly comfortable ride for a race bike.
- The Dura-Ace and SRAM versions of the O2 rim and disc brake models include an option for an integrated bar/stem to further reduce weight and improve comfort as it allowed our engineers to decide exactly where to build in compliance to keep you comfortable on a seven-hour day. Such a design also allowed us to reduce material, cutting weight and improving aerodynamics.
- We hid the seatpost clamp inside the O2’s frame. We love how this improved the look of the frame, but more importantly, it increased the frame’s comfort by increasing the length of the seatpost that can flex, and simultaneously improved aerodynamics by eliminating that turbulence-creating seat clamp.
- The hidden seatpost clamp contributes to the O2’s clean and uncluttered aesthetic and improves aerodynamics.
- We chose the BBright bottom bracket system because it’s light, allows us to improve frame stiffness, reduce weight and is compatible with nearly every aftermarket crank standard, including: BBright, BB386 EVO, standard Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo 24 mm external-type bottom brackets.
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| Recommended for | Road racing |
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| Material | Carbon |
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| Frame | RGi Carbon construction, tapered/shaped 1-1/8″ upper and 1-3/8″ lower head tube, compact pro race geometry, internal cable routing, rim or disc (flat mount) brakes |
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| Fork | RGi Carbon, Svelte, rim or disc (flat mount) brakes |
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| Headset | CeramicSpeed with CeramicSpeed/Factor top cover |
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| Rims/wheels | Black Inc Thirty |
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| Hub front | Black Inc + CeramicSpeed Hubset (HU-03) |
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| Hub rear | Black Inc + CeramicSpeed Hubset (HU-03) |
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| Spokes | Sapim Aero Butted |
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| Shifters | Shimano Dura Ace Di2 R9150 |
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| Front derailleur | Shimano Dura Ace Di2 R9150 11-speed, braze-on |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano Dura Ace Di2 R9150 11-speed |
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| Crankset | Shimano Dura Ace R9100 |
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| Bottom bracket | CeramicSpeed PF30 BB with Wheels MFG BBRight 24 mm reducers/adapters. Optional Spacer Kit: SRAM GXP and 30 mm BB386 cranks |
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| Cassette | Shimano Dura Ace R9100 11-speed, 11-28t |
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| Chain | Shimano Dura Ace 9000 11-speed |
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| Brakes | Shimano Dura Ace BR R9100 |
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| Handlebar | Black Inc Integrated Barstem |
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| Stem | Black Inc Integrated Barstem |
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| Saddle | fi’zi:k Arione R1 Carbon |
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