Escapa presents the Factor Monza Bike - SRAM Force with Power Meter 2026, a bike designed and developed for those who want to win on Sunday and train on Monday. It’s a true high-performance racing bike that balances speed, efficiency, and real-world usability, without unnecessary complexity.
Not all riders are professionals. Around the world, passionate riders balance family, careers, and life’s responsibilities while continuing to push their limits on the bike. Their “World Championships” take place at local criteriums, club races, fast group rides, and solo breaks at dawn. They commute to work, train in the dark, race on weekends, and chase personal bests every time they get on their bikes.
Practical; performance-oriented
TheFactor Monza bike carries on this racing pedigree in a refined, aerodynamic package. This is not a bike for beginners; it’s a thoroughbred racing machine, fine-tuned for those who train, compete, and push their limits day in and day out. Rather than chasing marginal gains at the expense of real-world practicality, the Factor MONZA delivers true race-level performance in an optimized, practical bike. Designed to meet the needs of cyclists who work hard and play hard, the non-negotiable aspects of high performance—such as handling, aerodynamics, and WorldTour-level stiffness—coexist with practical features like integrated lighting solutions and frame storage. The geometry has been adapted to the bike’s versatile use cases, offering a democratic fit that includes a slightly higher Pilo height to help open up the hip angles.
Future-Proof Design
The MONZA focuses on the needs of dedicated amateur racers, featuring support for wider tubeless tires, clean cable routing, UDH compatibility, and an adaptable fit to ensure long-term performance. It fills the utility gaps left by bikes designed for WorldTour-level racing. Recognizing that most committed amateurs will bike to and from Carreras, having up to 34 mm of tire clearance allows riders to navigate the roughest roads typically found on city streets, while the option to install a UDH now or later will simplify choices and improve the MONZA’s overall longevity.
Rider-First Engineering
Smart, integrated solutions for lights, Radar, and storage mean the MONZA is designed for riders who train early, ride hard, and compete fiercely. Integrated storage in the down tube eliminates the need for a saddle bag, ensuring the MONZA maintains its clean, aerodynamic lines without compromising the rider’s need for self-sufficiency. The HB04 Black Inc handlebar stem offers the aerodynamic benefits of a one-piece handlebar while enhancing setup versatility with a shape that accommodates all hand sizes and the super-durable Black Inc Computer/GoPro mount. It includes design features intended to ensure easy assembly and maintenance, such as a round headset with 1.5-inch upper and lower bearings, a standard T47 bottom bracket, and space for the seatpost battery.
Frame Storage
With capacity for two cameras, two CO2 cartridges, and a patch kit, the MONZA’s frame storage eliminates the need for a saddle bag, saving up to six watts of drag. Self-sufficiency on the bike no longer has to come at the expense of aerodynamics or sleek aesthetics.
Black Inc Wheels
Designed to complement the MONZA and its mission to be the fastest and most durable race and training bike, the Black Inc FORTY FIVE wheels are fast, versatile, and robust. Cleverly engineered with steel spokes, low-maintenance bearings, a durable freehub body, and a modern tire-bed profile, these wheels are ready for the toughest races and the hardest rides.
Clearance for 34 mm tires
Recognizing the need to adapt to all types of road surfaces and modern wheel designs, the MONZA can accommodate tires up to 34 mm, improving comfort and reducing the risk of flats. Ideal for athletes who compete, train, and commute on the same bike in all weather conditions and on all types of surfaces.
