About The Factor Slick Premium Carbon Sram Force AXS Triathlon Bike
The Factor SLiCK Premium is a ground-up carbon triathlon bike built around SRAM Force AXS E1 electronic shifting with an integrated power meter, designed for triathletes training for and racing half- and full-distance events. Its aero-profiled tubing carries over from Factor’s OSTRO VAM and HANZŌ Track platforms, giving the SLiCK aerodynamic efficiency the brand positions ahead of many recent-generation triathlon superbikes, at a more accessible price.
What sets it apart is practicality built into the aero shape. A dedicated in-frame storage bag fits into the down tube, holding tubes, tire levers, and small tools in a soft-lined, zippered pouch accessible without removing it from the frame — a detail specific to this bike, not a generic tri-bike feature. The SLiCK Wide Stance Fork and a 42mm-range adjustable seatpost add further flexibility for fit and travel.
Who It’s For
• High-volume triathletes training for half- or full-distance racing who want a dedicated aero platform rather than a converted road bike
• Riders who want race-day storage built into the frame — the down tube bag replaces bolt-on saddle and frame bags
• Athletes needing a wide fit window: 42mm seatpost adjustment, dual head tube diameters (1-1/8″ upper, 1-3/8″ lower), and a choice of aerobar setups
• Riders comparing dedicated tri bikes to pricier superbikes who want aero performance without top-end pricing
• Consider a different bike if you need more than 32mm of tire clearance for mixed-surface riding — the SLiCK is built for road-surface triathlon racing
What to Look For
• Cockpit tier: Premium build upgrades to a Black Inc Integrated Tri Bar
• Component quality: CeramicSpeed supplies the headset bearings (SLT, 1-1/8″/1-3/8″) and bottom bracket (T47 aluminum cups, bearings for a 30mm spindle)
• Groupset and data: SRAM Force AXS E1 includes an integrated power meter — confirm that matches your training setup before comparing to bikes that price power meters separately
Key Features
Frame and fork: The frame uses Toray and Nippon Graphite pitch-based fiber carbon, weighing 1,250g, paired with the SLiCK Wide Stance Fork for stability at speed. Internal cable routing suits electronic-only drivetrains, and the Factor SLiCK Carbon seatpost’s 42mm adjustment range gives riders room to fine-tune position.
Groupset and shifting: SRAM Force AXS E1 delivers wireless, electronic 2x12-speed shifting with a 48/35T crank and 10-33T cassette, plus an integrated power meter for training and race data without an aftermarket add-on. Max chainring compatibility runs up to 56 teeth.
Braking and wheels: Disc brakes with a 160mm max rotor size front and rear provide consistent stopping power. The Black Inc SIXTY TWO wheelset (700c) is built for aero racing, with 32mm measured tire clearance for standard race tires.
Bearings and fit: CeramicSpeed SLT headset bearings and a T47 bottom bracket (30mm spindle bearings) reduce a common source of drivetrain friction. Saddle rail clamps ship in 7x7, with additional sizes available through Ritchey.
Rider Intent Summary
• Biggest strengths: Aero-optimized frame derived from the OSTRO VAM and HANZŌ Track platforms, SRAM Force AXS E1 with an integrated power meter, and in-frame storage built for long-course racing
• Tradeoffs: 32mm max tire clearance and a road-race disc/wheel setup mean this bike is purpose-built for triathlon, not multi-surface riding
• What makes it different: A dedicated down tube storage bag combined with a 42mm seatpost adjustment range and dual head tube diameters for extensive fit flexibility
Victory’s Take
At Victory Bicycle Studio, we see the SLiCK as a smart option for triathletes who want dedicated aero performance and race-day practicality without superbike pricing — and we’d start any fit conversation with how much that 42mm seatpost range and dual head tube diameter can do for dialing in your position.
What you get

Factor Slick Premium Carbon Sram Force AXS Triathlon Bike
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.