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Bugatti & Factor Launch Limited-Edition €26K Carbon Fiber Bike

Bugatti and Factor Bikes Launch the UCI-Illegal Bugatti Factor ONE: A New Benchmark in Cycling Performance Bugatti, renowned for its hyper sports cars, has partnered with Factor Bikes, a high-performance bicycle manufacturer, to create the Bugatti Factor ONE…

Bugatti & Factor Launch Limited-Edition €26K Carbon Fiber Bike

Bugatti and Factor Bikes Launch the UCI-Illegal Bugatti Factor ONE: A New Benchmark in Cycling Performance

Bugatti, renowned for its hyper sports cars, has partnered with Factor Bikes, a high-performance bicycle manufacturer, to create the Bugatti Factor ONE – a limited-edition road bike designed without the constraints of Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) regulations. This collaboration represents a fusion of automotive engineering and elite cycling performance, resulting in a bicycle focused on uncompromising speed, precision, and exclusivity.

Beyond the Rulebook: Engineering Freedom

Factor initially gained recognition with the Factor ONE, the world’s fastest UCI-legal road bike. However, the Bugatti Factor ONE takes performance a step further by eschewing UCI rules. This freedom allowed engineers to optimize the bike’s design for aerodynamic efficiency and stability, resulting in a wider fork stance and reduced drag . The design prioritizes performance without limits, mirroring Bugatti’s approach to automotive engineering.

Design and Materials: A Synthesis of Automotive and Cycling Expertise

The Bugatti Factor ONE features a distinctive two-tone split graphic, a design element synonymous with Bugatti’s hyper sports cars. The exposed carbon finish utilizes a unique 3K twill weave, reflecting Bugatti’s attention to detail and carbon fiber expertise . Key features include:

  • Aerodynamically Optimized Fork: Meticulously engineered to reduce drag and enhance front-finish stability.
  • Full Carbon Fiber Construction: Both the frame and components are crafted from carbon fiber for lightweight performance.
  • Lightweight Wheels: The wheelset weighs just 1.36 kg, contributing to the bike’s overall speed.
  • Premium Materials: Alcantara is used for the seat, adding a touch of luxury and comfort.

Exclusivity and Pricing

Limited to just 250 individually numbered units worldwide, the Bugatti Factor ONE embodies exclusivity. The bike’s price starts at $23,599.00 . Factor also offers the standard Factor ONE for €8,199 and the Factor HANZŌ Track Paris Edition for €71,199 for cyclists seeking alternative options.

A Shared Philosophy of Performance

Both Bugatti and Factor Bikes share a commitment to innovation, precision, and performance. This collaboration brings together the engineering prowess of both brands to create a bicycle that caters to cyclists who demand the extraordinary. As Bugatti has consistently pushed boundaries in the automotive world – from the Type 35 race car to the Veyron and Chiron – Factor Bikes aims to do the same in the realm of cycling .

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