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2021 Canyon

Speedmax CFR TT DISC

A carbon frame triathlon bike with ultra high-end components and sram hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

€9,999($11,628)
Weight19.0 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetRED AXS
BrakesSRAM Hydraulic 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

(climbing)

43 mph

Speedmax CFR TT DISC

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

< 5'10"

MD

5'8" – 6'2"

LG

6'0" +

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Summary

The Canyon Speedmax is a high-performance triathlon bike praised for its aerodynamics, comfort, and efficiency. It features improved aerodynamics, total integration, and fit adjustability, making it a favorite among triathletes. However, it comes with a higher price range for premium builds and lacks UCI approval for some models.

Pros
  • Improved aerodynamics

  • Total integration & fit adjustability

  • Disc brakes for improved brake performance

  • Lighter and stiffer than before

  • Optimized hydration & storage systems

Cons
  • None of the new Speedmax Disc framesets have received UCI approval

  • Higher price range for premium builds

Key Quotes
The new Canyon Speedmax CF Disc hones the lessons learned on, while the new Canyon Speedmax CF SLX Disc & Speedmax CFR Disc take even bigger steps towards reducing system drag, and making you go faster!
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This bike is a great mid-range TT bike with some really glowing highlights, let down slightly by its triathlon pedigree and clunky shifting - but hugely bolstered by the provision of ready to race wheels.
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The Canyon Speedmax CF 8 Disc is fast, no question and it's easy to see why it's rated by so many as one of the in the segment.
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Cycling News
Canyon Speedmax CF 8 Disc Di2 TT bike review

Sep 2021 · Aaron Borrill

Canyon's Speedmax CF 8 Disc is more of a triathlon bike at heart than a dedicated time-trial weapon but will still deliver the goods in a race against the clock

Highs
  • Adjustable cockpit and saddle

  • Hydraulic disc brakes

  • Compliant ride quality

  • Superb spec level including power meter and Shimano Di2 electronic drivetrain

  • On-bike storage is great with an integrated bento box

Lows
  • No front-end cable integration

  • Rubber bar-ends prone to falling out

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VeloNews
Gallery: Chloé Dygert's Canyon Speedmax CFR TT Disc

Jun 2021 · Greg Kaplan

Chloé Dygert stamped her authority on the 2021 USA national time trial championships, winning by nearly half a minute. The 24-year-old will be traveling to Tokyo later in the year to race in the women’s team pursuit, the road race, and the individual time trial. Here’s a close-up look at the Canyon-SRAM rider’s national championship-winning … Continued

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Cyclist
Canyon launches Speedmax CFR TT just in time for the Giro

May 2021 · Will Strickson

Movistar and Alpecin-Fenix to debut Canyon's latest Speedmax in Saturday's opening time-trial in Turin

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Bikerumor
Canyon Speedmax CFR Disc triathlon bike gets lighter, faster aero overhaul, plus disc brake upgrade

Nov 2020 · Cory Benson

Canyon is ready to return to triathlon racing on all-new aero Speedmax CFR Disc tri bike: faster, lighter & more integrated than ever!

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Speedmax CF 8.0 SL

Feb 2020 · Alex Ballinger

A rapid and well-specced TT machine, just missing a few touches for the discerning tester

Highs
  • Great wheelset

  • Value for money

  • Fast and smooth ride

Lows
  • Clunky shifting

  • Slightly geared for triathlon

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BikeRadar
Canyon Speedmax CF 8.0 Di2 review

Sep 2018 · Nick Legan

Canyon’s Speedmax CF 8.0 Di2 hits a sweet spot of pricing, features, ease of use and performance. Buy if, You’re on the hunt for a new time-trial or tri bike that will set PRs immediately while still meriting future upgrades

Highs
  • Ready to race right out of the box with smart, easy-to-use components

Lows
  • Long crankarms and wide aerobars won’t work for all riders

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Speedmax CFR TT Disc, Canyon Factory Racing triathlon carbon frame, featuring ultra-rare Toray M40X carbon fibres. Shaped by extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis with our aero partners Swiss Side, validated in the wind tunnel. Fully internal routing, 12x142 mm through axle, flat-mount disc standard. UCI-legal design., Weight: 1030 g (size M)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

ColorPro Black

Fork

Canyon FK0079 CF Disc, UCI-legal deep-profile fork. Shaped and tested by our partner Swiss Side with use of extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis., Canyon FK0097 CFR Disc, Material: carbon, Steerer: 1 1/8", Axle Dimension: 12 x 100 mm, Brake mount: flat mount

Bottom Bracket

Ceramicspeed Coated BB (SRAM), Premium ultra-low friction, super-durable bottom bracket with hand-built bearings., Bottom bracket standard: BB86, Opening diameter: 41 mm, Shell width: 86.5 mm

Stem

Canyon V19 Short, Aluminium stem specially designed for use Canyon Speedmax bikes., Length: 65 mm, Weight: 204 g

Handlebar

Canyon HB0058 TT Basebar Drop, Specially designed UCI-legal drop bar, shaped in collaboration with our partner Swiss Side using extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis. Featuring Canyon's trusted direct-mount spacer spacer system and ergonomically optimised Ergon armpads., Canyon HB0058 TT Basebar, Material: carbon, Type: drop bar, Basebar drop: 40 mm

Saddle

Selle Italia Watt Kit Carbonio Superflow, Lightweight, comfortable saddle with a redesigned shape, optimised for long-distance riding., Rail material: carbon, Rail length: 10 mm longer for more fitting options, Cover material: anti-slip for greater stability

Seatpost

Canyon SP0048 TT CF, Speedmax time trial seatpost, deep profile, large adjustment range, UCI compliant, weight: 300 g

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM RED eTap AXS, 12-speed, 12-speed, wireless shifting, max cassette size: 33T. Weight: 277 g | Ceramicspeed OSPW SRAM AXS, Hand-built oversized pulley wheel system with 15-tooth upper and 19-tooth lower wheels for maximum efficiency. With two spring tension settings for setup customisability., Pulley wheel material: aluminium, Cage material: carbon-reinforced polyamide, Cassette compatibility: fits 12-speed, 10-36 T cassettes

Crank

SRAM Red 1 50T, 12-speed, SRAM’s premier one-by time trial chainset. With direct-mount aero chainrings for better aerodynamics, and laser-etched finish for extra durability., Chainring material: aluminium, Chainring size: 50T

Shifters

SRAM Vukashift AXS, Aero extensions with built in shifting buttons. Featuring integrated computer mount, and trimmable length.

Cassette

SRAM RED XG-1290, 12-speed, 10-28, Machined one-piece design for smoother, faster shifting and weight savings. Gear range: 10-28T, weight: 175 g

Chain

SRAM Red D1 12-speed, With signature flat-top design for quieter operation and increased strength and durability. And hard chrome plated inner link plates and rollers for reduced wear.

Brakes

SRAM S-900 Aero HRD, Aero design specifically for triathlon and time trial bikes. Profiled carbon brake lever for better finger grip. Adjustable reach. Weight: 300 g

TypeSRAM Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM S-900 Aero HRD, Aero design specifically for triathlon and time trial bikes. Profiled carbon brake lever for better finger grip. Adjustable reach. Weight: 300 g

Wheels
Rims

ZIPP 808 Firecrest, Advanced, lightweight, super-aerodynamic front wheel with Zipp’s cutting-edge ABLC dimpled pattern for optimal airflow., Internal rim width: 19 mm, Rim depth: 82 mm, Technologies: tubeless-ready, Weight: 898 g | ZIPP Super9 Disc, World-class full-disc carbon clincher wheel combining supreme aerodynamics, power transfer, stiffness, lightness, and durability., Rim material: carbon, Internal rim width: 18 mm, Technologies: tubeless-ready

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 5000, 25 mm, High-performance foldable clincher tyre made from high-grade BlackChili compound, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection. TPI: 330, weight: 225 g | Continental Grand Prix 5000, 28 mm, High-performance foldable clincher tyre made from high-grade BlackChili compound, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection. TPI: 330, weight: 240 g

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline X, Two-piece design centerlock brake rotor, rounded edges for easier wheel installs. Weight: 135 g

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