2021 Canyon
Neuron CF SLX 9
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$6,499| Weight | 27.3 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XTR, Race Face |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
< 6'1"
5'11" – 6'4"
6'3" +
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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?
Fully-sealed linkage bearings
Weak performance uphill despite the focus on tours
Permanently overwhelmed downhill
Despite the attractive price and high-quality components, only poor value for money
Jun 2020
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Jun 2020 · McCoy
A trail bike for every occasion
Apr 2020 · Guy Kesteven
Canyon has rebuilt its proven lightweight 130mm Neuron trail bike with SLX-race-bike DNA and a top-level spec
Light and irrepressibly lively trail feel
Naturally efficient pedalling with compliant grip
Superbly equipped for epic XC/Trail
Geometry suits intended riders really well
Flexy when pushed or pedalled hard
Tall seat tube stops sizing up
Niche features add weight and flex
XTR brakes can be temperamental
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
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.
Value for money, great suspension and should appeal to a fairly broad range of people
Conservative geometry and its intentions can sometimes outgun its ability
Jul 2019 · Daniel Sapp
The Canyon Neuron is a value-packed trail bike that falls more on the cross-country side of the spectrum.
A very much all-around XC/Trail bike
Excellent spec for the price
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
| Frame | Canyon Neuron CF SLX BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Visible Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 34 Factory Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float DPS Factory Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face BSA Cinch, Hassle-free RaceFace Cinch threaded bottom bracket. |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine 35 |
| Handlebar | Race Face Next 35, Robust, reliable alloy bar. Width: 760 mm. Diameter: 35 mm. Material: 6061 aluminium., Rise: 10mm. Upsweep: 5°. Backsweep: 8°. |
| Saddle | Ergon SM10 Sport Men |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer Factory Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Ergon GA20, High-grade lock-on grips providing comfort and control in equal measure. |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR, 12-speed, High-end 12-speed shifting system. |
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| Crank | Race Face Next SL G5 Carbon 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR, 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 60-degrees rotation adjustment, 127 g |
| Cassette | Shimano XT, 12-speed (10-51), Cassette size: 10-51T. Gear range: 510%. |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M8100 12s |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR M9120 Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss XMC 1200 |
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| Tires | MAXXIS Dissector 2.4", The Dissector tire offers outstanding traction and control. | MAXXIS Rekon 2.4" |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT-MT900, 180mm |
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