Factor One V3 2026 Frame – Maximum Aerodynamics, Total Control, Race Performance
The Factor ONE V3 2026 represents the new frontier of aerodynamics applied to road cycling. It is not just a revolution, but the natural evolution of the technologies developed by the brand in recent years: from the record speed of the HANZ Track to the winning versatility of the OSTRO VAM, every project has contributed to creating a frame capable of redefining industry standards.
Thanks to an advanced mix of CFD, wind tunnel tests, and road trials, Factor has developed a platform able to manipulate airflow around the wheels, reduce turbulence, and ensure superior speed without sacrificing stability and handling. The response was immediate: at its first public appearance, still in prototype form, the ONE V3 won a stage of the Critérium du Dauphiné. Not a debut, but a declaration of supremacy.
Extreme Aerodynamics to Conquer the Air
The experience gained with the HANZ project and tests on unconventional forks allowed Factor’s engineers to overcome the limits imposed by traditional design.
The result? A frame capable of:
Better managing the “spill” of air coming from the front tire
Maintaining stability and precision even beyond 15° of yaw, where most competitors lose effectiveness
Combining pure speed, lightness, and immediate response
Thanks to the UCI regulatory change, Factor was able to push design to the edge of possibility, even surpassing the performance of the OSTRO VAM.
Modern Geometry Designed for the Contemporary Cyclist
Modern cycling demands more aggressive positions: narrow handlebars, forward saddles, shorter cranks, weight shifted more forward.
The geometry of the ONE V3 is designed to offer absolute stability even with these settings.
Support for extreme reach without compromising maneuverability
Specific support for higher center of gravity and weight distribution
Same steering geometry for all sizes, even the smallest (a unique feature among high-performance bikes)
The decoupled cockpit design offers the possibility of full adjustment without resorting to overly long or unstable stem extensions.
Advanced CFD: Real Aerodynamics, Not Theoretical
Thanks to high-resolution CFD simulation, the Factor team was able to iterate hundreds of digital prototypes before physical tests, reducing time and increasing result accuracy.
This approach allowed to:
Optimize the frame based on the real position of the modern cyclist, not the traditional one
Improve airflow management over the entire bike, not just the front
Maximize power output while maintaining stability and ideal center of gravity
Every design choice was validated in simulation, refined in the wind tunnel, and confirmed on the road.
Airflow Management: The Advantage of Bayonet Fork + Chin Fairing
The combined system Bayonet Fork + “Chin” Fairing is the heart of the aerodynamic advantage of the ONE V3:
Drastic reduction of turbulence generated by the front tire
Channeling air towards the optimal points of the frame
Consistent aerodynamic performance even with strong crosswinds
The wide fork with front duct fully exploits the new UCI regulations, removing the limits of traditional shapes and offering a level of flow control never seen before on a road bike.
Technical Specifications – Size 56
Frame: Factor ONE V3 Disc Nimbus Grey 2026 frame
Handlebar: Factor Aero Bar ONE V3 Black Inc. integrated carbon – 380x120, standard
Seatpost: Factor (ONE V3) carbon – 350 mm, 0 setback, Nimbus Grey 2026
Bottom Bracket: Ceramicspeed T47a 77x29 mm DUB cups
Note
Technical specifications may change without notice depending on component availability.
Product images are for illustrative purposes only and may not exactly reflect the described features.
The Factor ONE V3 2026 is not just a frame: it is the competitive advantage that transforms every watt into pure speed.
