The Factor Elara Red XPLR Bike w/Power Meter + Bl Inc 64 2027 featured here at Escapa is a competition-grade gravel bike designed to maintain high speeds on fast trails, rough roads, and technical terrain. Its design combines geometry inspired by Factor’s road bikes, an aerodynamic carbon frame, and generous wheel clearance to tackle the most demanding Gravel races.

It is not intended as an adventure bike adapted for competition. The ELARA was created as a specific platform for events such as the UCI Gravel World Series, Gravel Earth Series, and World Championships, where aerodynamics, control, and the ability to maintain speed can make all the difference.

Monocoque carbon frame

The frame uses a full monocoque construction, manufactured as a single structure rather than joining the front triangle to the rear stays afterward. This solution allows for optimized carbon layup, reduces the amount of material, and enables the design of chainstays that are compact enough to accommodate wide tires.

In size M and with paint, the frame has a claimed weight of less than 1,100 grams. Factor also notes that it is lighter than the frame of the previous OSTRO Gravel and offers greater stiffness in the bottom bracket and head tube areas.

Up to 8% less aerodynamic drag

The aerodynamic design draws inspiration from the Factor ONE and OSTRO VAM road bike platforms. The front triangle, deep fork, narrow head tube, and transitions around the down tube and bottle cages are designed to reduce air resistance.

Factor claims a reduction in the drag coefficient of between 5% and 8% compared to the OSTRO Gravel, with testing conducted using racing tires ranging from 45 to 57 mm.

Tire clearance up to 57 mm

The Factor ELARA accommodates tires up to 57 mm—approximately 2.2 inches—in single-chainring setups. This capability is designed to maintain high speeds on rough terrain, where a higher-volume tire can reduce impact losses, improve traction, and lower the risk of flats.

Compatibility depends on the drivetrain used:

• 1x configuration: tires up to 57 mm.
• 2x configuration: Tires up to 47 mm with a front derailleur.

The actual clearance must be verified with the rim, the tire casing, and the space required for mud, as the final width may vary from the manufacturer’s specified measurement.

Compatible with 1x and 2x drivetrains

The frame allows for the installation of single- or double-chainring electronic drivetrains from SRAM, Shimano, and Campagnolo. In a 1x configuration, it accommodates chainrings up to 52 teeth, while the 2x option allows for tighter gear ratios for fast rides and races with long stretches of paved road.

This versatility allows you to adapt the bike to different types of Carreras:

• 1x: simplicity, fewer components, and excellent off-road capability.
• 2x: progressive gear spacing and tighter gear ratios for high-speed riding.

Road-derived geometry

The ELARA’s geometry features a long reach, a more vertical seat tube, and a forward riding position to promote an aggressive and efficient riding posture. The goal is to maintain the quick responsiveness of a road bike without compromising the stability needed on gravel.

In size M, the head tube angle is 71.5°, while the head tube offset results in a Trail of approximately 61 mm. Factor combines these figures with compact chainstays to deliver agility in corners and stability at higher speeds.

The chainstay length ranges from 420 mm on small sizes to 425 mm on large sizes, maintaining responsive handling across the entire range.

Low Center of Gravity

The bottom bracket has a drop of 80 mm, which increases to 82 mm on sizes 49 and 52. This low position helps position the rider deeper within the bike and improves stability when using high-volume tires.

The combination of a low bottom bracket, wide tires, and a relatively quick Headset is designed to keep the bike stable on rough surfaces without sacrificing agility when navigating turns.

Factor Carbon Fork

The full-carbon fork uses a deep profile inspired by the Factor ONE. Its design improves frontal aerodynamics and adds stiffness to the front end to maintain precise steering when braking, changing lines, or tackling uneven terrain at high speeds.

Integrated Frame Storage

The down tube incorporates internal storage space for carrying tools and small spare parts. This solution allows you to carry a multi-tool, CO₂ cartridge, wicks, or a Compact inner tube without necessarily needing a saddle bag.

The frame also features two bottle cage mounts within the main triangle, a feed point on the top tube, and a third mount under the down tube.

The rear end uses the UDH standard, making it easy to replace the hanger and allowing for the installation of compatible direct-mount derailleurs.

This design improves compatibility with modern drivetrains and simplifies the availability of replacement parts compared to a manufacturer-specific dropout.

T47A Threaded Bottom Bracket

The Factor ELARA uses a T47A internal threaded bottom bracket. This system combines a large diameter—suitable for oversized carbon tubes—with the ease of maintenance offered by a threaded interface.