New FACTOR MONZA 2025 photo price technical sheet complete review everything you need to know
The Factor Bikes Monza is a new road racing bicycle that adopts engineering principles derived from the Ostro VAM. Unlike the flagship VAM model, the Monza aims to make this technology accessible, reducing complexity and cost. The stated goal is to offer high-level performance to a wider range of cyclists.
The Monza presents itself as a competition-oriented road platform, but with a focus on user convenience. The design includes elements such as compatibility with wider tires and greater ease of integration with modern components. It also features provision for accessories such as lights and radar. The intent is to provide a bicycle suitable for the everyday use of the competitive cyclist, mitigating the cost and potential fragility associated with ultra-light World Tour-level frames.
Named after the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, the bicycle inherits Factor's racing DNA in a more accessible configuration. The front end features an aerodynamic design similar to the high-end models, characterized by converging head tube profiles and winglets. However, the Monza adopts a planar fork-to-frame junction, simplifying the manufacturing process and keeping costs down without significantly compromising aerodynamic efficiency.
The design approach focused on adapting the performance gains of the VAM into a platform that balances performance and practical functionality.
Optimized Aerodynamics
Aerodynamic Testing: The Monza’s shape was developed through CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing, highlighting a potential power savings of 10-30 watts in group rides and sprints.
Tire Clearance: Compatibility with tires up to 34mm aims to balance aerodynamic efficiency with the ability to handle rough road surfaces and short gravel sections.
Integrated Storage: A SLiCK-inspired in-frame storage compartment allows for carrying essentials, with a claimed aerodynamic benefit of 6 watts and a lower center of gravity.
Racing Geometry, Increased Adaptability
The Monza shares the Ostro’s head tube angle, fork offset, chainstay length, and wheelbase, all of which contribute to responsive handling. A 10mm increase in stack height aims to make the riding position more accessible to a wider range of riders, allowing for a higher bar setting without significantly altering the feel of a race bike.
Geometry Comparison: Ostro VAM vs. Monza
Compared to the Ostro VAM’s race-focused geometry, the Monza features a slightly shorter reach and longer stack across the size range, suggesting a more “performance for many” approach. Sizing analysis indicates an inherently longer reach, further reduced by 5mm thanks to the new HB04 integrated handlebar. This setup aims to offer high-level handling combined with increased adaptability.
New HB04 Integrated Handlebar
The new Factor HB04 integrated handlebar features a semi-aerodynamic monocoque design with integrated cable routing and a standard 1-⅛" stem. The handlebar geometry features a 75mm reach, 115mm drop, and an 8-degree flare.
Rider-Focused Engineering
Standard Steerer: The use of a 1 ⅛" round steerer ensures compatibility with a variety of bar/stem combinations.
Optimized Carbon Layup: The carbon layup has been modified to keep costs down while maintaining a high stiffness-to-weight ratio.
Mini-UDH: The Monza adopts Factor's road standard UDH dropout, with a spacer that reduces thickness and material by 35%, ensuring compatibility with SRAM drivetrains without a weight penalty.
Models & Availability
The Factor Monza is available in three main configurations, including Shimano Ultegra Di2 or SRAM Force groupsets, Black Inc. 45 wheels, and GoodYear Eagle tires. A frame-only option is also available.
Frame Only
USD: $3,999, EUR: €4,699, CAD: $5,299, AUD: $6,799, GBP: £3,799
Monza BI45, Ultegra Di2
USD: $6,799, EUR: €7,999, CAD: $9,099, AUD: $11,499, GBP: £6,399
Monza BI45, SRAM Force + Power Meter
USD: $6,999, EUR: €8,299, CAD: $9,299, AUD: $11,899, GBP: £6,599
Preliminary Performance Considerations
The Factor Monza aims to be a versatile racing bike, suitable for both training and racing, while still being functional enough for group rides. The project is not configured as a de-powered version of the VAM, nor as an economic compromise, but as Factor's interpretation of performance at accessible, with a focus on aerodynamics, handling and ease of use for a wide range of riders. A full performance evaluation will require a road test and actual weight measurement.
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