2018 Canyon

Aeroad CF SLX 9.0 LTD

A carbon frame aero bike with ultra high-end components and rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$9,000
Weight14.8 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 10 Electronic
GroupsetDura-Ace Di2
BrakesRim
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

41 mph

Aeroad CF SLX 9.0 LTD

40 mph

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Sizing
XXS

5'1" – 5'6"

XS

5'4" – 5'9"

SM

5'7" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" – 6'9"

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Reviews
Cycling Weekly
Canyon Aeroad CF SL 8.0 disc

Dec 2019 · Symon Lewis

It might be a good few years old now but the Canyon Aeroad CF SL 8.0 disc is still a very good bike despite the aero market upgrading significantly in between

Highs
  • Efficient and fast

  • Excellent brakes

  • Comfortable for an aero bike

  • Value

  • Excellent spec

Lows
  • Not the fastest aero bike on the market

  • It is longing for an update

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Bicycling
Pro-race Performance for Less—the Canyon Aeroad CF SLX Disc 9.0 Di2

Jul 2019

Canyon's aero road bike is light enough for the mountains and fast enough to rip through the valleys.

Highs
  • Aero frame

  • Integrated handlebar and stem

  • Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupset

Lows
  • 1.25-inch steer tube limits stem options

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Canyon Aeroad CF SLX Disc 9.0 Di2 Review

Apr 2018 · Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt, Benjamin Topf

Speed is nothing without control. That’s exactly why Canyon’s aero-monster is now available with disc brakes. How does the Canyon Aeroad CF SLX Disc 9.0 Di2 stand up against the climbing specialists and all-rounders of our test? Will the aerodynamic DNA of the Aeroad pave its road to GRAN FONDO success?

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Cyclist
Canyon Aeroad SLX 9.0 LTD review

Feb 2018 · Peter Stuart

The Canyon Aeroad SLX 9.0 LTD is well priced and at the pinnacle of aerodynamics and efficiency, even if it does lack a bit of comfort

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road.cc
Canyon Aeroad CF SLX Disc 8.0 Di2

Feb 2017 · David Arthur @davearthur

All the speed and handling of the regular Aeroad but with superior braking

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Velo
Tour bike: “Purito” Rodriguez’s Canyon Aeroad

Jul 2016 · Dan Cavallari

Joaquim Rodriguez rides aboard a stiff and aerodynamic Canyon Aeroad. The Spaniard will retire at the end of the season.

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VeloNews
Pro bike gallery: Alex Dowsett's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX

Feb 2016 · Lennard Zinn

Pro bike gallery: Alex Dowsett's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 

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Cycling Tips
Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 9.0 Di2 review

Oct 2015

The Aeroad CF SLX is Canyon’s take on an aerodynamic road bike that was overhauled last year. In this review, CTech editor Matt Wikstrom takes a closer look at this model that sits near the top of Canyon’s aero road bike collection. By any measure, Canyon is a success story. The company literally started with a

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Aeroad CF SLX, Frame: Carbon, Geometry: PRO, Trident 2.0 Down Tube, Head Tube Stiffness: 100Nm/°, Bottom Bracket Stiffness: 70N/mm, Direct Mount Brakes, Integrated Seat Clamp, Integrated Cable Routing, Weight: 980 g (M)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

Canyon Aeroblade SLX, Full-carbon fork, Rake Shift for adjustable handling characteristics, 1 1/4" fork shaft, Hollow fork crown

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Pressfit, Press Fit, Small housing for less weight, Improved seal construction, SM-BB92-41B

Headset

Canyon | Acros

Saddle

Fizik Arione R3, Wing Flex™ sides made of thermoplastic glass fibre composite, Bar; K:ium, Length: 300 mm, Width: 128 mm

Seatpost

Canyon S27 Aero VCLS CF, In-house developed Canyon seatpost, Trident 2.0 form for best aerodynamic performance and integration with frame, Adjustable setback (15 mm/-1 mm) thanks to Flip Head mechanism, Length: 330 mm, Compliant with Canyon Category 1 testing

TypeRigid

Pedals

none included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace DI2, 11s, 11-speed, Wide link design, Carbon cage, SH RD-9150

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace DI2, 11s, 11-speed, SH FD-9150

Crank

Shimano Dura-Ace, 11s, 11-speed, HOLLOWTECH II/HOLLOWGLIDE, SH FC-9100

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace DI2, 11s, 11-speed, Enhanced ergonomics, SH ST-9150

Cassette

Shimano Dura-Ace, 11s, Super lightweight aluminium spider, The fifth biggest sprocket made of titanium, Gradation: 11-12-13-14-15-17-19-21-23-25-28Z, SH CS-R9100

Chain

Shimano CN-HG900-11

Brakes

Shimano Dura-Ace Direct-Mount, SLR EV dual axle system ensures equal braking power through each arm, 10% more braking power, Easy to set up while providing excellent modulation, Snug-fitting direct mount design, SH BR-9110

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano Dura-Ace DI2, 11s, 11-speed, Enhanced ergonomics, SH ST-9150

Wheels
Rims

Zipp 454 NSW Carbon Clincher, Rim width 17 mm, Permissible system weight: 250 lbs, Weight: 1525 g

Tires

Continental Grand Prix Attack III | Grand Prix Force III, Front: Grand Prix Attack III, 23 mm, Rear: Grand Prix Force III, 25 mm

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