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Spectral:ON 8.0
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Weight | 50.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe R |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Canyon Spectral:ON is celebrated for its exceptional handling, playful and nimble ride quality, and supple suspension performance, making it a top contender in the enduro e-MTB category. It offers a great balance of efficiency and fun, with a design that integrates the motor and battery seamlessly. While it excels in agility and suspension performance, some reviews note geometry and motor noise as minor drawbacks.
Excellent cornering and overall handling
Supple, active, and poppy suspension performance
Shimano EP8 motor provides solid assistance
High fun factor and lively ride quality
Good value for money with high-quality spec
Slightly behind the times with geometry
EP8 motor can rattle
One-piece bar and stem combo may not suit everyone
Seat tube angle isn't particularly steep
Rear tyre may not withstand rough conditions
If you’re looking for a highly capable do-everything eMTB, the Canyon Spectral:ON should be right up near the top of the list.
BetaThe Spectral:ON was a hoot to ride.
BikeRadarThe Canyon Spectral:ON CF 7 is in a class of its own! It’s nimble, lively and direct.
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Apr 2022 · Jessie-May Morgan
We had a shot on the 2022 Canyon Spectral:ON CFR on the Trail Brothers' stunning singletrack around Massa Marittima, Italy
Jul 2021 · Jonas Müssig
It’s definitely a Canyon! The Spectral:ON looks damn fine and is immediately recognisable as a Canyon with its distinctive carbon frame. For our budget group test, the German direct-sales brand enters the race with the € 5,199 CF 7, which integrates the EP8 motor system just as seamlessly as the flagship model. Of course, on the trail, riding performance is far more important than aesthetics. Can the light and nimble Canyon prevail against the strong competition?
Very high fun factor
Lively, nimble handling
Strong performance on long rides
Excellent value for money
Steep trails uphill and downhill
Long seat tube
Twitchy at high speeds
Jul 2021 · Drew Rohde
The Canyon Spectral:ON CF 9 is a top of the line eMTB that excels in almost every condition, even with needing a minor part swap or two.
Jul 2021 · Ryan Palmer
This strong, well-balanced all-rounder is a serious contender in the e-MTB trail category.
Excellent Cornering
Overall Handling
Supple, Active, and Poppy Suspension Performance
Shimano EP8 is a Solid System
Slightly Behind the Times With Geometry
EP8 Motor rattles
One Piece Bar and Stem Combo on CF 9 Build Isn't Ideal for Everyone
Jul 2021 · Blake Nielsen
At 150mm of travel front and rear, coupled with relatively modest geometry numbers, the Spectral:ON slots itself into the all-rounder/playful trail bike category. Reviewer // Blake Nielsen Photos // Matt Staggs Given the Spectral:ON’s geometry package and its amount of travel which category does the bike slot into and what type of rider is it aimed at? While the suspension package is very capable, it’s not put together to be a self shuttle’able downhill bike. It’s very nimble in the […]
May 2021 · McCoy
With 150mm of travel, plenty of power, and reasonably lightweight and price, this bike is aimed at enduro and trail riders who want good power, handling and range without breaking the bank.
May 2021
Revamped for 2021 with the latest Shimano EP8 motor and 630Wh battery, the new Canyon Spectral:ON features a sleek carbon frame, neat integration throughout, and an impressive spec for the price. So what's it like to ride? And how does it compare to the rest? Read on for our Canyon Spectral:ON review.
Beautifully crafted and well-integrated frame design
Spunky handling delivers incredible agility
Perky motor performance with tuneable power delivery
Plush, comfortable and easy to tune suspension
Bulletproof Shimano drivetrain
Tough DT Swiss e-MTB specific wheelset
Seat tubes are on the long side
EP8 clacking noise
Tyres are too light duty for rough & rocky conditions
Quirky bar and saddle won't be to everyone's tastes
You still need to BYO tubeless valves and sealant
Feb 2021 · Alan Muldoon
When released, the Canyon Spectral:ON CF managed to shave 1kg off the frame weight compared to the alloy version. That, however, was just the beginning...
Lightweight and sleek
One-piece bar/stem has to go
| Frame | Canyon Spectral:On, Material: Aluminium 6061, Travel: 150 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 148 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 180 Color: Stealth |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik RC C2, Travel: 150 mm, Axle Dimension: 15 x 110 mm Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe R, Length: 230 x 60 mm Travel: 150mm |
| Stem | Race Face Aeffect R |
| Handlebar | Race Face Aeffect Riserbar, Material: Aluminium, Rise: 20 mm |
| Saddle | Canyon SD:ON, Perfect for long rides in a seated position or on steep climbs, extra padding around sit bones, additional rear support prevents you from sliding backwards on steep climbs, chromoly rails, durable nylon composite shell, 290 g |
| Seatpost | Iridium Dropper Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Canyon Lock-On Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XO1 Eagle |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano E8000 |
| Shifters | SRAM X01 Eagle Trigger 12s |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1230 Eagle 11-50 12s, SRAM's NX Eagle 11-50 cassette packs a wide, 454% gear range into a surprisingly affordable package. |
| Chain | SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed |
| Chain Guide | Canyon EP0752-01 Chainguide |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC Type: SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss H 1700, Rim Material: Aluminium, Inner Width: 30 mm, Weight: 1027 g | DT Swiss H 1700 SH11, Rim Material: Aluminium, Inner Width: 35 mm, Freewheel: Ratchet, Weight: 1194 g |
|---|---|
| Tires | MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.8'', Casing: Exo, Compound: 3C Triple, Technology: Tubeless ready | Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.5", EXO casing, Tubeless Ready design |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline, 200mm, SRAM's 200mm Centerline front rotor ensures you always have stopping power to spare. |
| Motor | Shimano Steps E8000 |
|---|---|
| Battery | Shimano Steps E8010 504 Wh, 504 W |
| Display | Shimano Steps E8000 |
| Charger | Shimano Steps E6000 |
First added October 21
Last updated October 21
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