2020 Canyon
Spectral:ON CF 8.0
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
€5,599($6,152)| Weight | 48.2 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 150mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, Shimano |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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5'7" – 6'1"
5'11" – 6'5"
6'3" +
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Jul 2021 · Drew Rohde
The Canyon Spectral:ON CF 9 is a top of the line eMTB that excels in almost every condition, even with needing a minor part swap or two.
Jul 2021 · Ryan Palmer
This strong, well-balanced all-rounder is a serious contender in the e-MTB trail category.
Excellent Cornering
Overall Handling
Supple, Active, and Poppy Suspension Performance
Shimano EP8 is a Solid System
Slightly Behind the Times With Geometry
EP8 Motor rattles
One Piece Bar and Stem Combo on CF 9 Build Isn't Ideal for Everyone
Jul 2021 · Blake Nielsen
At 150mm of travel front and rear, coupled with relatively modest geometry numbers, the Spectral:ON slots itself into the all-rounder/playful trail bike category. Reviewer // Blake Nielsen Photos // Matt Staggs Given the Spectral:ON’s geometry package and its amount of travel which category does the bike slot into and what type of rider is it aimed at? While the suspension package is very capable, it’s not put together to be a self shuttle’able downhill bike. It’s very nimble in the […]
May 2021 · McCoy
With 150mm of travel, plenty of power, and reasonably lightweight and price, this bike is aimed at enduro and trail riders who want good power, handling and range without breaking the bank.
Feb 2021 · Alan Muldoon
When released, the Canyon Spectral:ON CF managed to shave 1kg off the frame weight compared to the alloy version. That, however, was just the beginning...
Lightweight and sleek
One-piece bar/stem has to go
Feb 2021
Shimano's new EP8 motor and larger 630Wh battery give this 150mm mixed-wheel-size trail bike a big boost.
Feb 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8 gets Shimano’s latest EP8 motor and battery, but is the older chassis still competitive?
Lightweight semi-carbon chassis
Very sorted suspension
Excellent wheels and tires
Tough transmission
Great motor feel and power
Full-size battery
App tuning
Neat display
Coasting rattle
Low BB causes clearance issues
Overlong 'stem'
Prescriptive saddle
Direct delivery
Unconfirmed shipping costs
Feb 2021
Canyon has just announced its 2021 e-MTB lineup, and for the first time ever, the full range will now be available in Australia. Check out all the updates to the 2021 Spectral:ON, Neuron:ON & Grand Canyon:ON, along with a closer look our newest bike on review - the Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8.
| Frame | Canyon Spectral:On, Material: Carbon, Travel: 150 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 148 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 203 Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Shades of Stealth; Shades of Purple |
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| Fork | FOX 36 Performance Elite Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX FLOAT DPX2 Performance Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Stem | Canyon:ON Stem, 35mm clamp diameter, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Canyon:ON HB0056 Riser bar, Aluminum, 780mm width, 35mm clamp diameter, 20mm rise |
| Saddle | Canyon SD:ON, Perfect for long rides in a seated position or on steep climbs, extra padding around sit bones, additional rear support prevents you from sliding backwards on steep climbs, chromoly rails, durable nylon composite shell, 290 g |
| Seatpost | Iridium Dropper Post, Iridium dropper posts provide seat-height adjustability, varying depending on frame size. Internally routed, cable actuated, 30.9mm diameter. Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Canyon Lock-On Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, 12-speed, 1x12 drivetrain for simpler, intuitive shifting. Proven Shimano XT performance. |
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| Crank | Shimano E8000 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT, 12-speed, Rear derailleur shifter, 12-speed, Textured rubber lever pad, Multi-Release, 2-way release, I-Spec EV clamp allows 14mm lateral adjustment and 20-degrees rotation adjustment, 130 g |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX, 12-speed (10-51), Primarily-steel cogs with aluminium 51T cog, Microspline interface, Gear range: 10-51T, weight: 533 g, Hyperglide+ technology provides better chain engagement. |
| Chain | Shimano M7100 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT M8120 | Shimano XT 4-piston brake, High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 410 g Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | RaceFace AR30 | Shimano M8110 | RaceFace AR35 | Shimano M8110 |
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| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.5", EXO casing, Tubeless Ready design | Maxxis Minion DHR II, 2.6", EXO+ casing, Tubeless Ready design, 3C MaxxTerra tread compound |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano XT STEPS rear rotor, 203mm, Specifically designed to work with E-MTB speed sensors. ICE TECH FREEZA design reduces heat build-up and brake fade, center-lock mounting for quick installation/removal | Shimano XT brake rotor, 203mm, ICE TECH FREEZA design reduces heat build-up and brake fade, center lock mounting for quick installation/removal |
| Motor | Shimano Steps E8000, Max. power output: 250 W, Torque: 70 Nm, Weight: 2.8 kg |
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| Battery | Shimano BT-E8035-L 504Wh Battery, Lithium-Ion battery, IPX5 water resistant, 2.9 Kg, Adapter for external charging not included |
| Display | Shimano Steps E8000 |
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