Factor Elara review: a bonkers, incredibly capable gravel bike designed for nothing else but going fast
An aero gravel bike designed around massive tyre clearances and two-by groupset compatibility – it’s got that unmistakable wide-set fork, too
The Factor Elara is an aero gravel bike that was developed to replace the Ostro Gravel model. It was inspired by the athletes of Factor, specifically Magnus Bak Klaris and Romain Bardet. The Elara is designed to accommodate wide 57mm-wide tyres, which is a first for aero-racing gravel bikes. The bike comes in two colors: virescent blue and matte carbon.
It is available in six sizes from 49 to 61cm. The frame is constructed using a combination of materials like TeXtreme, Toray, Nippon Graphite, and Pan-Based fibres. The front triangle of the Elara is similar to that of the Factor One and Ostro VAM, with a fork integration, hourglass-shaped head tube, and leading edge around the downtube.
The bike was designed with the help of CFD modelling, 3D tyre testing, and wind tunnel validation to ensure optimal aerodynamics and handling. The Elara is a one-piece monocoque frame, constructed to precise tolerances to clear a 57mm chainline, 52T 1x chainring, and a two-by front derailleur.
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