Now a booming race discipline, gravel is showcasing a new breed of rider: one who thrives on rough terrain at near road-race speeds. These riders require a bike as committed as they are.
Refined and lean, the LS flies. With optimized stiffness for gravel, an ultralight 950g frame, and crisp race-focused handling, LS is a no-holds-barred gravel racer.
Simply, race. Intentionally stripped of distracting features and excess materials, LS is meticulously crafted, solely focusing on the essence of gravel racing: speed and grit.
Perfectly balanced geometry and stiffness aids in powerful acceleration and climbing, diverging from traditional, pack-animal gravel bikes. LS offers the correct stiffness for aggressive riding to outperform the group without beating on the racer.
Conquer the Dirt
Unapologetically, the LS is built to conquer whether it’s soaring over the unforgiving Midwest rollers, prevailing through red clay, or overcoming the notorious Flint Hills.
The LS is optimized around 40 to 43 mm tires and is compatible with both 1x and 2x electronic and mechanical shifting.
With shorter seat stays and refined steering trail, racers maintain the ability to react in a heartbeat to the often unpredictable dirt road conditions while still running tires with appropriate volume for fast riding on rough gravel.
Detailed Finishes
Compatible with 1x or 2x, Mechanical or Electronic Shifting
Integrated Chainsuck Protector
Hidden Fender Mount
WorldTour-Proven Geometry
By working alongside the highest level of cycling professionals, Factor specializes in making performance-oriented machines based on the exacting needs of racers.
Avoiding trade-offs associated with accommodating the larger tire sizes preferred by gravel racers, the geometry is optimized to ensure exceptionally reactive handling.
Origins of LS
Stepping into the gravel scene with the LS, I chose to name the bike after someone who lived the ethos of gravel long before gravel became popular. Larry Shahboz put me on my first race bike and gave me my first job at a bike shop. He welcomed and created a space for other “misfits” who loved bikes, and supported a long list of up and coming athletes. Gravel is founded in the principle of community and welcoming all even as it becomes an authority in racing. Larry created a community in the South Florida cycling scene, simply through his love of cycling. While he may not be here to witness the emergence of the welcoming gravel scene, I know he would have fully embraced and loved its core values based in community.”
Factor LS Frameset
$2,700.00 Excl. VAT
Factor LS SRAM Force eTap AXS Disc
$6,999.00 – $7,799.00 Excl. VAT
| Size | 49 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 49 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
| Stack | 530 | 547 | 566 | 585 | 605 |
| Reach | 372 | 378 | 383 | 392 | 401 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 | 74 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 |
| Top Tube | 519 | 535 | 550 | 566 | 580 |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 | 71.9 | 72.3 | 72.3 | 72.3 |
| Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Fork Trail | 60-61 | 60-61 | 59-60 | 59-60 | 59-60 |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 | 481 | 507 | 527 | 552 |
| BB Drop | 76 | 76 | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Front Center | 582 | 589 | 597 | 612 | 627 |
| Fork Length | 395 | 395 | 395 | 395 | 395 |
| Chainstay Length | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| Wheelbase | 990 | 998 | 1005 | 1020 | 1035 |
| Stand Over Height | 748 | 772 | 789 | 809 | 831 |
| Brand | Model | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Model | Specification | ||
| Frame Set | Frame | Factor | LS | |
| Fork | Factor | LS | ||
| Seat Post | 27.2 Round, post not included | |||
| Headset | 1-1/8" upper, 1-3/8" lower, 45x36 | |||
| Saddle Rail Clamps | 7x7 and 7x9 | |||
| Front Axle | 12x100 Threaded | |||
| Rear Axle | 12x142 Threaded | |||
| Brake Type | Disc | |||
| Compatible Components | 1x or 2x, Electronic or Mechanical | |||
| Color | UD/Grey | |||
| Manufacturer Warranty | 5 year limited lifetime warranty | |||
| Wheel Size | 700c | |||
| Max Tire Clearance | 43mm |