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Grail:ON CF 8 eTap
A carbon frame gravel e-bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$6,999| Weight | 35.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b / 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Force eTap |
| Motor | Bosch 600W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 500Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
6'3" +
Summary
The Canyon Grail:ON is an electric gravel bike praised for its powerful Bosch Performance Line CX motor, which provides up to 340% assistance and makes steep climbs manageable. It features a comfortable ride with innovative elements like the double-decker handlebar and VCLS seatpost, along with wide tire clearance for rough terrain. However, it is noted for being heavy and less efficient without motor assistance.
Powerful Bosch motor with high torque and assistance
Comfortable ride quality on rough terrain
Innovative double-decker handlebar and VCLS seatpost
Wide tire clearance up to 50mm
Good value for money
Heavy weight
Awkward geometry and handlebar for some riders
Limited motor support speed in Europe
Less comfortable when pedaling without assistance
Direct-to-consumer model limits test rides
Bringing them together isn’t going to necessary make your rides any faster on the top end – a gravel rider can usually spin out past the 25km/hr support limit in Europe pretty easily. But it’s really meant to speed up & ease any extended elevation gain, so you have more energy in your legs to go further and enjoy the flats & downhills.
BikerumorThe Grail:ON is yet another shining example of why electric gravel bikes make so much sense.
BikeRadarThe Canyon Grail:On is quite simply some of the most fun I have ever had on two wheels.
CyclistThis is how Mario Cipollini must feel in the pedals – breathtaking.
Gran Fondo MagazineThe Grail:ON CF 7 represents excellent value for moneyThe Gear Loop
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Aug 2022 · Warren Rossiter
Go-anywhere electric gravel bike
Bags of power
Range
Fun to ride
Bi-plane bar is awkward for accessories and bags
Dec 2021 · Leon Poultney
An innovative carbon fibre frame, double-decker cockpit and the latest Bosch CX motor make this one enticing electric gravel offering.
It looks fantastic
Superb power delivery
Impressive battery life
Innovative features
Geometry awkward for some
Double-decker bars divisive
It’s heavy
Tricky to fine-tune fit
Jun 2021
Price: $5799.00 | Model Year: 2022 | A high performance gravel ebike with carbon fiber frame, fork, and iconic double decker drop bar that introduces comfort and varied body positions. Sturdy 12mm thru-axles, tapered steer tube, and powerful Shimano ICE-Tech hydraulic disc brakes. This ebike is produced in seven frame sizes, but only four were in stock at the time of this review.
A high performance gravel ebike with carbon fiber frame, fork, and iconic double decker drop bar that introduces comfort and varied body positions. Sturdy 12mm thru-axles, tapered steer tube, and powerful Shimano ICE-Tech hydraulic disc brakes. This ebike is produced in seven frame sizes, but only four were in stock at the time of this review.
Available in multiple geographies, this ebike ships with a 4th generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor in Europe or Performance Line Speed motor in the US offering Class 3 28mph performance. Both motors are known for reliability, responsiveness, and power. Combined with the internally mounted Bosch PowerTube 500, the bike looks great and weight is positioned low and center for optimal handling.
Gravel specific Shimano GRX derailleur with one-way clutch to reduce chain bounce, a wide 11-42 tooth cassette for navigating varied terrain, and a narrow-wide chainring to reduce drops. Double bottle cage mounts are great, nice optional rear mudguard... but no front mudguard option from CANYON. Faster Bosch 4 amp standard charger included.
Direct sales only, and shipping costs $150 to $200 extra. Many sizes for the CF 8 were sold out and the upgraded eTap version had even less at the time of this review. Battery locking core and charge port are positioned low on the non-drivetrain side of the bike, tempting you to either lean the bike up or lay it down on the derailleur side... Basic Bosch Purion display is not compatible with Bosch smartphone apps and does not offer USB charging.
Nov 2020 · James Bracey
Canyon's rapid gravel racer gets a power boost
Power delivery and battery range
Weight
Spec
Tyre choice not aggressive enough
Handlebar
Oct 2020 · Joe Robinson
The Canyon Grail:On is as fun as bikes get albeit with some faults. Photos - Patrik Lundin
Fun
Great motor system
Able to take on testing terrain thanks to 50mm tyres
Frame slightly unforgiven
Heavy
Jul 2020 · Cory Benson
Hold onto your gravel tires, a new Canyon Grail:ON e-bike brings electric pedal-assist power to e-gravel and adventure riding!
Jul 2020 · By
Canyon have announced their first E-gravel bike – the Canyon Grail:ON CF. We tested the Bosch Performance Line CX motor equipped ebike for you.
Value for money
Predictable and intuitive handling
Rear end comfort
Riding position for long distances
Varying comfort depending on hand position on bars
High weight
Motor turned itself off when hitting bumps on the trail
Jul 2020 · VeloNews.com
Canyon's distinctive cockpit and seatpost share the stage with a powerful Bosch motor and 80-mile-range battery.
| Frame | Canyon Grail:ON CF Color: Cloud Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0064 CF Disc |
| Saddle | Fizik Tempo Argo R3, Endurance saddle with pressure-relieving short-nose design. Shell material: nylon. Rail material: Kium hollow. |
| Seatpost | Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force eTap AXS 12s, High-performance rear derailleur with wireless shifting. With Orbit tech for quiet, secure chain management. Maximum cassette size: 36T. |
|---|---|
| Crank | FSA CK-702 Gen4 |
| Shifters | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. |
| Cassette | SRAM Force XG-1270 12s 10-36, With mini cluster construction for reduced weight and increased durability. Gear range: 10-36 T. |
| Chain | SRAM Force D1 12s, With signature flat-top design for quieter operation and increased strength and durability. |
| Brakes | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. |
| Rims | DT Swiss HGC1400 Spline | DT Swiss HGC1400 Spline XD-R |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe G-One Bite TLE, 50mm |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline X, Two-piece design centerlock brake rotor, rounded edges for easier wheel installs. Weight: 135 g |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX (Gen4) |
|---|---|
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube, 500 Wh |
| Display | Bosch Purion |
| Charger | Bosch Standard 4A |
First added August 13
Last updated December 15
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