Crankset Q-Factor: Understanding the Width of Your Pedals Кыргызстан

What is crankset Q-factor?

Q-factor also known as Crankset Q-Factor is a measurement of the separation distance between the pedal and the frame rail. This distance is measured between the center point of the pedal and the point of the crank axle which determines the angle of pedal rotation and position of the cyclist on the bike quite directly. A larger Q-фактор suggests that the thighs of the cyclist are likely to be far apart which is normal for robust thigh muscle riders or for pigeon toe riders. On the other hand, a smaller Q-factor means that the legs are placed closer to the midline of the body furthermore this is ideal for cyclists who have a larger comfort range in terms of pedaling.

Factors affecting Q-factor

Q-factor is not only related to the width of the pedal clearance but also to several other factors. To begin with, the demand for the Q-factor may also vary according to the design and the installation technique employed on the crankset. For instance, crank arms that are long almost always increase the Q-factor, however short cranks do allow for a more narrow Q-factor. Next, pedals and frame design might be slightly influential on the Q-factor. Especially during sports or professional cycling, the Q-factor should be adjusted with great precision as doing so has been proven to enhance cycling efficiency and reduce muscular load.

Q-factors can also differ according to riding habits. As for instance, during road riding activities, a lot of riders prefer a smaller Q-factor so that the riding sitting position can be more comfortably, and the riding becomes efficient, while, mountain bikers are known to require a wider Q-factor to improve their stability and control. 

Jiankun's Crankset Solutions

At Jiankun we offer various crank sets that are catered for different riders, they undergo careful engineering and vigorous testing. Whether it is a road bike, mountain bike or urban leisure bike, Jiankun can help riders find the most suitable Q-in an attempt to enhance balance and comfort while riding. They ensure extremely brittle high quality aluminum alloy and steel cranksets made by complex forging with Jiankun's cranksets.

Jiankun's Custom Offers

Apart from the ordinary stock, another branch of service provided by Jiankun is customization which caters for different markets and riding needs. Having high performance production equipment and technology, Jiankun is able to manufacture different kinds of cranksets as per customer’s requirement such as different Q factors, different lengths of crank arm and even different materials.