2020 Canyon

Ultimate CF SLX 9.0 SL

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and rim brakes.

MSRP$7,000
Weight14.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetRED AXS
BrakesRim
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

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Terrain
smoothrugged
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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

Ultimate CF SLX 9.0 SL

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XXS

< 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" +

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'11", size MD, Just right
Reviews
Bikerumor
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX LTD celebrates photographer Tino Pohlmann, plus RCC too...

Nov 2020

Canyon celebrates photographer Tino Pohlmann in LTD edition Ultimate CF SLX road bike. Plus there's a new RCC Ultimate for Rapha Club members!

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 8.0 eTap

Dec 2019 · Rupert Radley

We test the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 9.0 Aero, Canyon's lightweight allrounder with an aero twist

Highs
  • Stiff, comfortable, fast, light... you name it, the Ultimate has it!

Lows
  • It's personal, but I just can't get on with the Fizik saddle

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 9.0 review

Apr 2019 · Benjamin Topf

Alejandro Valverde rides his Canyon Ultimate CF SLX towards the World Champ title. But does the bike have what it takes to make you a World Champ?

Highs
  • Nimble acceleration

  • Price/performance ratio

  • Integration

Lows
  • Undefined handling

  • Strong seat post flex at full extension

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road.cc
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 9.0 Movistar

Feb 2019 · Jack Sexty

Stunning all-round racer made even better with 12-speed shifting and superfast wheels

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Cyclist
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 9.0 Aero review

Oct 2018 · James Spender

What’s more ultimate than ultimate? The Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 9.0 Aero, of course. All of the performance, without the cost

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VeloNews
Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 8.0

Mar 2018 · William Tracy

The Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 8.0 could be the best bike on the market under $3,000, or it could be the best bike period.

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Cycling Tips
Canyon Ultimate WMN CF SLX Disc 9.0 long-term review: Light, capable, trusty

Nov 2017

Canyon's new Ultimate WMN CF SLX is a great bike for road racing, but with added versatility and capability that also offers much, much more.

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BikeRadar
Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 9.0 review

Sep 2017 · Ben Delaney

An excellent bike with race geo, a plush ride and superb brakes. And what a value!

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Ultimate CF SLX, Material: Carbon, Axle Dimension: 9 x 130 mm, Brake Mount: Rim Brake

Fork

Canyon F35 CF SLX, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 9 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Rim Brake

Bottom Bracket

SRAM Pressfit RED DUB

Saddle

Fizik Antares R3

Seatpost

Canyon S13 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 15 - 35 mm, Technology: VCLS, Weight: 220 g

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM RED eTap AXS

Front Derailleur

SRAM RED eTap AXS

Crank

SRAM RED D1, 48/35

Shifters

SRAM RED eTap AXS 12s | SRAM RED eTap AXS 2s

Cassette

SRAM RED XG-1290 10-28 12s

Chain

SRAM RED D1 12s

Brakes

SRAM RED D1

TypeRim

Brake Levers

SRAM RED eTap AXS 12s | SRAM RED eTap AXS 2s

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut, Rim Material: Carbon, Rim Height: 48 mm, Inner Width: 17 mm, Weight: 719 g | DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut XD-R, Rim Material: Carbon, Rim Height: 48 mm, Inner Width: 17 mm, Weight: 858 g

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 5000 / Attack 25 mm, Aeroad & Speedmax: Continental Grand Prix Force, Ultimate: Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II

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