2021 Canyon

Neuron CF 9 SL

A 27.5″ / 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.

MSRP€3,999 (about $4,394)
Weight28.8 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 130 / 130mm
ForkFox Performance Elite Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ / 29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetX01 Eagle, GX Eagle
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Handling
nimblestable
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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)

28 mph

Neuron CF 9 SL

26 mph

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XS

< 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'8" – 6'1"

LG

5'11" – 6'4"

XL

6'3" +

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Reviews
Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Canyon Neuron CF SLX 9 in review - Canyon’s smash-hit in a tough test field

Jun 2021 · By

Launched in 2018, the Canyon Neuron is no stranger to ENDURO. Over the past three years, we've tested Canyon's bestseller in all possible versions and specs. But where does it sit compared to the latest and greatest mountain bikes of 2021? Can the Canyon Neuron CF SLX 9 still deliver on the trail?

Highs
  • Fully-sealed linkage bearings

Lows
  • Weak performance uphill despite the focus on tours

  • Permanently overwhelmed downhill

  • Despite the attractive price and high-quality components, only poor value for money

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Loam Wolf
Budget Bike Shootout: Canyon Neuron AL 6.0 SL

Jun 2020

From a pure performance standpoint, the Canyon Neuron AL is definitely one of the top picks for our budget bike shootout. Looking for an excellent and affordable mountain bike? Read more about the Canyon Neutron AL in our review here.

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Test: Canyon Neuron CF SLX 9.0 Trail Bike

Jun 2020 · McCoy

A trail bike for every occasion

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BIKE Magazine
Canyon Introduces The 25.8-Pound Neuron SLX

Nov 2019

When Canyon updated its trail-oriented 29er, the Neuron, about a year ago, we found it to be quick, efficient and level-headed. It takes a more classic

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MTBR
Canyon adds new Neuron CF SLX 9.0 LTD to 130mm line up

Nov 2019

- Mtbr.com

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Bike Perfect
Canyon Neuron CF 9.0 SL Tested

Sep 2019 · Guy Kesteven

The Canyon Neuron isn’t radical but it’s very rideable if you’re into making big days on the bike as easy as possible.

Highs
  • Forgiving frame and suspension and balanced, traditional geometry make for an easy ride

  • Great carbon wheeled spec for the money

Lows
  • Soft frame, suspension and trad not rad geometry are placid rather than progressive

  • Too tall to size up for stretch, cable rub on fork and head tube

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BikeRadar
Canyon Neuron CF 9.0 SL review

Sep 2019 · Alex Evans

A fantastic bit of kit for XC riders with a penchant to get a little rad and rowdy some of the time. Its geometry is fairly conservative though, but the bike is comfortable and composed in most situations on both the descents and ascents.

Highs
  • Value for money, great suspension and should appeal to a fairly broad range of people

Lows
  • Conservative geometry and its intentions can sometimes outgun its ability

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Pinkbike
Review: The 2019 Canyon Neuron CF 9.0 is Conservative Yet Quick

Jul 2019 · Daniel Sapp

The Canyon Neuron is a value-packed trail bike that falls more on the cross-country side of the spectrum.

Highs
  • A very much all-around XC/Trail bike

  • Excellent spec for the price

Lows
  • No S or XS in 29" versions and the tall seat mast height limits the size medium

  • Geometry isn't all that modern

  • Impact Protection Unit (IPU) could be annoying for some riders

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Neuron CF, Robust, durable full-carbon frame optimised for stiffness-to-weight. Tapered steerer tube, oversized downtube with integrated protector doubling as a cable channel. Pivot points feature specially sealed industrial bearings for increased durability., Material: Carbon (CF)

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

ColorsStealth; Team Red

Fork

FOX 34 Performance Elite, Travel: 130 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1 1/4"

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX Float DPS Performance

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

SRAM BSA DUB, SRAM BSA bottom bracket with DUB (Durable Unified Bottom Bracket) technology for optimal power transfer. With sealed cartridge bearings for dependable protection against dirt and moisture. Shell width: 68 / 73 mm.

Stem

Race Face Ride, Durable, fuss-free alloy stem. Length: 60 mm. Clamp diameter: 35 mm. Material: 6061 aluminium., Stem Spacer: S: 5, M: 10, L: 15, XL: 20.

Handlebar

Race Face Ride Riserbar, Robust, reliable alloy bar. Width: 760 mm. Diameter: 35 mm. Material: 6061 aluminium., Rise: 10mm. Upsweep: 5°. Backsweep: 8°.

Saddle

Fizik Terra Alpaca X5

Seatpost

Iridium Dropper Post, Iridium dropper posts provide seat-height adjustability, varying depending on frame size. Internally routed, cable actuated, 30.9mm diameter.

TypeDropper

Pedals

None included

Grips

Ergon GA20, High-grade lock-on grips providing comfort and control in equal measure.

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 Eagle, SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed rear derailleur delivers quick and precise shifts.

Crank

Truvativ Stylo Carbon DUB 32T, Number of chainrings: 1

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, SRAM's GX Eagle 12-speed shifters fire off quick and accurate gear shifts.

Cassette

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed (10-52), Cassette size: 10-52T. Gear range: 520%.

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed, FLOW LINK inner plate design reduces friction, solid pin construction, PowerLock tool-less master link

Brakes

SRAM G2 RSC | DB SRAM G2 RSC 1550 PM bk

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss XMC 1501 XD, Rotor Mount: Center Lock, Wheelsize: 29" | DT Swiss XMC 1501, Rotor Mount: Center Lock, Wheelsize: 29"

Tires

Schwalbe Nobby Nic 2.35"

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline, 180mm

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