About The Factor Sarana Carbon Sram Force XPLR With Power Meter Gravel Bike

The Factor Sarana Carbon is a dedicated ultra-distance gravel race bike, built for self-supported events measured in days rather than hours. This build pairs the frame with SRAM Force E1 XPLR, a 1x13-speed electronic groupset with integrated power meter, so riders can pace multi-day efforts on data rather than feel alone.

Factor developed the Sarana directly with Canadian ultra racer Rob Britton, the 2025 Unbound XL champion, testing prototypes through the rough, variable terrain of British Columbia. The result is a leaf-spring seat-stay system — dropped stays combined with an offset seat tube — that flexes in-plane to absorb rough-road vibration while preserving power transfer, and that lets Factor hold 425mm chainstays across every frame size.

Who It's For

  • Riders training for or racing multi-day, self-supported gravel events, where the bike needs to hold composure over sustained hours in the saddle, not just a single hard effort.

  • Riders who want electronic 1x13-speed shifting with onboard power data built in, rather than retrofitting a power meter later.

  • Riders who plan to carry their own tools, food, and layers via frame-integrated storage, not aftermarket bolt-on bags.

  • Riders chasing short, technical, single-track-heavy gravel races may be better served by a shorter, more aggressive gravel platform than this endurance-tuned ultra racer.

What to Look For

  • Cockpit fit: the Black Inc integrated barstem comes in multiple stem lengths and bar widths, with this spec at 75mm reach and 116mm drop — get measured before ordering, since reach and drop are set by the bar/stem combination.

  • Tire clearance: 57mm measured clearance covers gravel slicks through more aggressive off-road tread; confirm it matches the terrain you're racing or riding.

  • Bottom bracket compatibility: the CeramicSpeed T47A wide cups accept both DUB and 24mm spindle bearings — check which your current crankset uses if you're transferring components.

Key Features

The frame uses Toray, Nippon Graphite pan-based carbon fiber paired with a Factor Sarana carbon fork, and a 1.5" headset front and rear for steering precision at speed. Stack and reach are tuned to maintain control through fatigue, so posture holds up late in long efforts rather than collapsing.

SRAM Force E1 XPLR drives the rear wheel through a 44T crank and 10-46T cassette, a single-ring setup built for simplicity and reliability over long, unsupported distances; the frame is also rated to accept chainrings up to 52T for riders who want to tune gearing differently. The groupset's integrated power meter means pacing data is built into the drivetrain from the start.

Braking is disc, with 160mm rotors front and rear, matched to 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles for a secure, consistent wheel interface. The Black Inc 46 wheelset in 700c is matched to 57mm max tire clearance, giving riders room to size tires up for rougher terrain without changing frames. Internal cable routing keeps the electronic drivetrain's wiring protected from trail debris, and the bike ships with a downtube storage bag, top tube pack, and frame pack built into the design rather than added on.

Rider Intent Summary

  • Biggest strengths: purpose-built ultra-distance geometry, integrated frame storage, and an electronic 1x13 drivetrain with onboard power data.

  • Tradeoffs: a single-chainring drivetrain trades the gear range of a 2x setup for simplicity and reliability, offset by the wide 10-46T cassette and up-to-52T chainring compatibility.

  • What makes it different: a leaf-spring seat-stay system and 425mm chainstays held constant across every size, developed and field-tested with 2025 Unbound XL champion Rob Britton.

Victory's Take

We see the Sarana as a tool built for a specific job — ultra-distance, self-supported gravel racing — rather than a general-purpose gravel bike wearing a race number. If you're considering one, we'd want to get you properly fit to the Black Inc cockpit before you put real miles on it.

What you get

  • Frame - Toray®, Nippon Graphite® Pan-Based Fiber
  • Fork - Factor SARANA carbon
  • Barstem - Black Inc Integrated Carbon Barstem
Factor Sarana Carbon Sram Force XPLR With Power Meter Gravel Bike

Factor

Factor Sarana Carbon Sram Force XPLR With Power Meter Gravel Bike

Regular price $8,699.00 USD
Sale price $8,699.00 USD Regular price

features

  • Black Inc Gravel Wheels

    Black Inc FORTY SIX gravel wheels with 27 mm inner rim width offer a 46 mm deep profile and aerodynamically shaped steel spokes for speed and durability.

  • Dropper Post Compatible

    By opting for a 30.9 seat post with an external clamp, the SARANA can accommodate a lighter weight dropper post that offers more drop with less insertion.

  • Black Inc Cockpit

    The SARANA comes equipped with the Black Inc HB05 Integrated Barstem specifically designed for aggressive gravel riding with a short drop and wide flare for assured handling.

Specifications

Frameset
Frame

Toray®, Nippon Graphite® Pan-Based Fiber

Fork

Factor SARANA carbon

Wheels
Wheelset

Black Inc Forty Six carbon wheelset, TLR, Centerlock, 12x100, 12x142

Max Tire Clearance

57mm (measured)

Drivetrain and Brakes
Rear Derailleur

Sram Force XPLR 13-Speed, full Mount (UDH-compatible only)

Cassette

Sram Force XPLR, 10-46T

Crankset

Sram Force XPLR, 44T

Brakes

Sram Force XPLR, hydraulic disc

Cockpit
Handlebars

Black Inc Integrated Barstem, Carbon, 75mm reach

Seatpost

FSA SL-K SB0 Seatpost

**Specifications subject to change without notice

*Images listed are for sole purpose of displaying the color of the bike. Some images may have a different groupset than the description on the page. This Factor Sarana is equipped with Sram Force XPLR 13-Speed components and power meter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the bike packaged and how long does delivery take?

All bikes are securely packaged to ensure that damage doesn't occur during shipping. All parts of the bike are padded and if needed, zip tied to minimize or eliminate movement inside the box. Once a bike is handed to the shipping company (usually Fedex or UPS), depending on your location, delivery will range from 1 day to 8 days. If you do choose the option for Professional Assembly or White Glove Delivery, this can add anywhere from 2 days to 5 days to the lead time.

Can I finance the purchase of my new bike?

Yes.  Simply select the Shop Pay Installments option which will allow you to buy now and pay later.  Shop Pay Installments is powered by Affirm.  If you would like to determine your spending limit, simply download the Shop app or the Affirm app on your smartphone and after you create an account on one of these apps, the app will let you know what is your spending limit.

Can I return the bike if it doesn't suit my needs?

Our return process is as follows. The customer is responsible for the return label ($150). Once the returned bike arrives at our warehouse, our team will inspect it and make sure it is in new condition and undamaged. Once we verify, we will process the return and issue a refund to the original payment method on file. To clarify the amount refunded, it would just be the amount of the bike (and tax if applicable) less the $150 shipping label that we provided, but the original shipping is not refunded. So if the original bike cost $4,500 and shipping was $150 (so you paid $4,650), you would be refunded $4,350 (the $4,500 less $150 for the return label) assuming the bike was returned in new and un-used condition and within the 30 day return period.

What does the warranty of my new bike or product cover and what is the warranty period?

Depending on the bike or any product, different companies have different warranty policies.  If you do ever have an issue with your bike or any product, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will assist with any warranty issues and clarify the warranty for the affected product.

Can I have my bike serviced at any bike shop?

Typically, to avoid any issues with your warranty, you should bring your bike to a certified mechanic or bike store for that bike (i.e. if you have a Trek bicycle, you should bring the bike to be serviced to a local bike store that is an authorized Trek dealer).  If you need assistance, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we can direct you to a certified dealer of your bike.

Do you ship bikes internationally?

We unfortunately do not ship bikes outside of the 48 contiguous states of the United States. We do recommend for international customers to open (or use a current account) account with a freight forwarding company. If you use a freight forwarding company located in the U.S., make sure to put your billing address for a dedicated credit card as the same address as the freight forwarder so that you don't have any credit card or payment method issues).

Once you do this, simply place an order with us and we can ship to the U.S. address as long as the credit card doesn't get rejected. Once the freight forwarder has the box/order/shipment, you would instruct them to then ship to you in your home country and they would charge you their own shipping charge to ship to your international address.

Do you offer free shipping?

We do offer free shipping on non-bike orders over $100. We do not offer free shipping for bicycles unless it is a one time promotion. Generally, bike shipping will cost $150 and that covers just the shipping of the bike with no assembly. If you were to bring that bike to your local mechanic or bike store, you would pay them their assembly fee. If you choose our Professional Assembly option for $200, our service technicians would assemble the bike before shipping and then re-pack the bike safely for transit. When you receive the bike you would attach the front wheel, attach the seatpost/saddle, and raise the handlebars and clamp them. Those three items do have to be detached to minimize or eliminate the chance of damage in transit.

How much does shipping cost?

For orders of parts, accessories, apparel, etc. on orders under $100, shipping is a flat rate of $9.99. Regular bike shipping without assembly is $150, bike shipping with Professional Assembly is an additional $200 (so $350 in total which includes the $150 of regular shipping). Our White Glove Delivery option is $699 and that will cover the assembly of the bike and our White Glove Delivery partner delivering your dream bike to your front door, ready to ride!

How can I track my order?

When you place your online order, you will receive an instantaneous email update with your order number and order details, and shortly after, you will receive a follow up order email with the tracking number for your order.  If you still need assistance with your order, feel free to email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will respond asap.

What happens if my package arrives damaged?

If your package arrives damaged, email online@victorybicyclestudio.com with pictures of all angles of the box and pictures of the damaged product and we will work with you to either send a new replacement asap and coordinate return (or re-imburse you for labor or costs incurred to fix the issue at your local bike store).

Are pedals included with the bike?

If you do not see pedals in the bullet point product specs on the product page, the bike does not come equipped with pedals.  Many manufacturers do not spec bikes with pedals, so they are often purchased separately.

If I only pay the $150 for bike shipping, can I assemble the bike on my own?

Victory Bicycle Studio highly recommends that you bring your bike to your local certified bike store for the brand of the bike that you purchased. If you do attempt to assemble the bike and damage occurs, this may result in your warranty not being honored. For that reason, we do highly recommend to select our Professional Assembly option for $299.