Designed to strike the perfect balance of lightweight cross-country efficiency and technical precision, the Element is the best of all worlds.
Cross country
DESIGNED FOR
130/120
TRAVEL (mm)
29, 27.5
WHEELSIZE
The lightest full-suspension carbon bike we've ever made
350g lighter than the previous generation, even more capable.
Not your average pivot design
A new addition to the Element is the Smoothlink SL flex stay. By eliminating the traditional pivot, we’re not only able to shave weight but also increase stiffness in the rear triangle. Lighter and more refined, you can expect the same supreme ride quality of our traditional Smoothlink design that puts the Element ahead of its competitors.
Not your average pivot design
A new addition to the Element is the Smoothlink SL flex stay. By eliminating the traditional pivot, we’re not only able to shave weight but also increase stiffness in the rear triangle. Lighter and more refined, you can expect the same supreme ride quality of our traditional Smoothlink design that puts the Element ahead of its competitors.
Challenge the boundaries of modern XC riding
Engineered for the Edge
Progressive geometry keeps you ahead of the pack with long, low, and slack angles that confidently tackle any surprises along the way.
Optimized for Power, Built to Thrill
We fine-tuned the frame design to save over 350g in weight, making the Element the lightest full-suspension bike we've ever produced. At the same time, we increased frame stiffness in key areas for a responsive, snappy, and quick-accelerating ride feel.
Adventure-Ready by Design
Customize what you carry with multiple frame mounts for bottles and accessories. Plus, upgraded dual-row, high-capacity bearings ensure reliability and longevity. From long-distance racing to deep backcountry missions, the Element has you covered.
Engineered for the Edge
Progressive geometry keeps you ahead of the pack with long, low, and slack angles that confidently tackle any surprises along the way.
Optimized for Power, Built to Thrill
We fine-tuned the frame design to save over 350g in weight, making the Element the lightest full-suspension bike we've ever produced. At the same time, we increased frame stiffness in key areas for a responsive, snappy, and quick-accelerating ride feel.
Adventure-Ready by Design
Customize what you carry with multiple frame mounts for bottles and accessories. Plus, upgraded dual-row, high-capacity bearings ensure reliability and longevity. From long-distance racing to deep backcountry missions, the Element has you covered.
Celeste Pomerantz, Rocky Mountain Athlete
"Beyond it being a total uphill weapon, it descended incredibly well"
“The Element was the first short travel bike I’ve ever had the pleasure to ride, I was a bit skeptical at first considering I’d only been on bikes with travel greater than 140. However, it handled anything I threw at it and more. Beyond it being a total uphill weapon, it descended incredibly well. I found cornering to be super snappy and playful but when it came down to more tech riding it remained planted and stable through a lot of terrain.”
Features & technologies
RIDE-4™ adjustment system
The RIDE-4 adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine-tune their geometry with a single Allen key. Four configurations are possible thanks to one rotating chip.
Smoothlink SL™ Flex Pivot
A new addition to the Element is the introduction of the Smoothlink SL flex stay. By eliminating the traditional pivot, we’re not only able to shave weight but also increase stiffness in the rear triangle. Lighter and more refined, expect that similar supreme ride quality of our traditional Smoothlink design.
Always prepared
Element frames feature an accessory mount underneath the top tube, forward of the shock. Giving riders even more options to bring what's needed for everything from racing to deep backcountry missions.
Double the fun
Most sizes feature two lower bottle mounts capable of carrying full-sized water bottles, so you'll be ready for anything.
65.5°
Head angle
Neutral RIDE-4 position
76.5°
Seat tube angle
Neutral RIDE-4 position
2+1
Lower bottle mounts positions and accessories mount
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