Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Factor, SLiCK, RBi Carbon
Suspension Fork
Factor, SLiCK, RBi Carbon
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
CeramicSpeed, PF4630, Aluminium cups / CeramicSpeed bearings with Wheels MFG 24mm BBRight Reducers/Adapters
Wheels
Rims
Black Inc., Black Eighty, 80mm deep Carbon Clincher with CeramicSpeed bearings
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Handlebar
51 Speedshop, Mono-Riser, Mono-Riser Aerobar System, Ski extensions standard (FSM and Ultimate extensions also available)
Headset
FSA, 1-1/8" bearings
Seat
Seatpost
Factor, SLiCK, RGi Carbon Zero (0mm set back). 27mm set back also available
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.29 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 261 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm |
| Front Center | 576 mm | 599 mm | 627 mm | 650 |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 492 mm | 517 mm | 542 mm | 572 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 397 mm | 417 mm | 432 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 511 mm | 536 mm | 561 mm | 592 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 mm |
| Wheelbase | 956 mm | 979 mm | 1007 mm | 1031 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 761 mm | 786 mm | 811 mm | 841 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
SLiCK Disc completes the Factor Slick model. Factor released 13 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Factor Slick bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Factor SLiCK 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 6299$. Factor SLiCK Disc 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 8499$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Triathlon bike is 4177$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Triathlon bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 8499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that SLiCK Disc price is 103.47% more expensive than the average cost of a Triathlon bike.
SLiCK Disc components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The SLiCK Disc 2022 bike is equipped with 700c carbon wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Factor SLiCK Disc is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.