2021 Canyon

Inflite CF SLX 9

A carbon frame cyclocross bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

€4,299($4,724)
Weight17.5 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels650b / 700c Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetForce eTap
Power MeterForce AXS
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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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

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35 mph

Inflite CF SLX 9

35 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
XXXS

< 5'4"

XXS

5'2" – 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" +

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Reviews
road.cc
Canyon Inflite CF SL 8 2021

Nov 2020 · Liam Cahill

Fast and fun with brilliant handling and a very good price

Highs
  • Very well balanced handling

  • Can do far more than just racing

  • Good build for the money

Lows
  • One-piece bar/stem limits fit options

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CX Magazine
Review: Canyon Inflite CF SLX 9.0 Cyclocross Race Bike

Nov 2019 · Clifford Lee

The Canyon Inflite CF SLX 9.0 cyclocross bike has a unique look but delivers a light, race-ready package. We put it to the test on the 'cross race course.

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Inflite Al SLX 5.0

Feb 2019 · Symon Lewis

The Canyon Inflite AL SLX 5.0 race is the ideal cross companion for those looking for a value for money and robust cross racer

Highs
  • Price

  • Handling

  • Robustness

  • Tubeless

Lows
  • Not much!

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Bicycling
Canyon Inflite CF SLX: Full Review and 31 Images

Dec 2018

Ride year round and race through ’cross season on this swift and versatile Canyon.

Highs
  • Lightweight

  • Resposive handling

  • Etap shifting performs beautifully in the mud

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Review: Canyon Inflite vs. Canyon Grail – Are you still crossing or are you already gravelling?

Dec 2018 · Benjamin Topf

The gravel trend is booming — but cyclocrossing is too. With the Inflite and Grail Canyon has introduced a representative for each religion — and that’s just within a year. Not only are Canyon’s new steeds causing a rift but they’ve already bagged some victories. How is Canyon responding to the demands of each target […]

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Inflite CF SLX Disc, Pro-level, 4-time World Championship-winning cyclocross race frame., Material: carbon, Axle dimensions: 12 x 142 mm, Brake mount: flat mount, Weight: 940 g

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorMud Mint

Fork

Canyon FK0045 CF Disc

Bottom Bracket

SRAM Pressfit RED DUB, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with SRAM DUB axles. Weight: 72 g

Saddle

Selle Italia SLR Boost, Saddle shaped to support a more aggressive riding position.

Seatpost

Canyon S14 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: -2 mm / 10 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
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

SRAM Force1 DUB Powermeter, High-performance single-chainring crankset with spindle-integrated power meter. Crank arm length: 172.5 mm. Chainring size: 40T.

Power Meter

SRAM Force1 DUB Powermeter, High-performance single-chainring crankset with spindle-integrated power meter. Crank arm length: 172.5 mm. Chainring size: 40T.

Shifters

SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | 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.

Chain Guide

Canyon EP0703-02 Chainguide, Height-adjustable chain catcher for one-by drivetrains. Superlight: only 13 g.

Brakes

Hydraulic Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust.

Wheels
Rims

Reynolds AR41 DB, Rim Material: Carbon, Rim Height: 41 mm, Inner Width: 21 mm, Weight: 1630 g (set) | Reynolds AR41 DB XD-R, Modern, tubeless-ready deep-section aero wheelset., Rim Material: carbon, Rim Height: 41 mm, Inner Width: 21 mm, Weight: 1630 g (set)

Tires

Schwalbe X-One Allround TLE, Fast, grippy cyclocross race tyre. With side studs for high cornering speed in the wet and dry. Tubeless-ready., Width: 33mm

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline X Rounded Edges, Disc Mount: Centerlock | SRAM Centerline, 160mm, Disc Mount: Centerlock

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