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2022 Canyon

Aeroad CFR Disc eTap

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

Manufacturer Price

€8,999($10,470)
Weight16.4 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetRED AXS
Power MeterRed AXS
BrakesSRAM RED Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Aeroad CFR Disc eTap
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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)

41 mph

Aeroad CFR Disc eTap

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XXS

< 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" +

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'11", size MD, Just right
  • 6'0", size LG, Just right
  • 6'2", size LG, Just right
  • 6'3", size XL, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Canyon Aeroad is celebrated as a top-tier aero road bike, offering significant improvements in aerodynamics, weight, and stiffness over its predecessors. It combines speed with comfort, thanks to its innovative design and adjustable features, making it suitable for a wide range of riders. Despite its high performance, some reviews note complexities with its integrated cockpit and a premium price range.

Pros
  • Improved aerodynamics, making it faster

  • Lightweight and stiff frame for efficient power transfer

  • Comfortable ride quality with innovative seatpost and handlebar design

  • Adjustable cockpit for personalized fit

  • Competitive value compared to similar high-end aero bikes

Cons
  • Integrated cockpit design can complicate maintenance and adjustments

  • Premium pricing may be prohibitive for some

  • Some models experienced recalls or wear issues

Key Quotes
Yet, this all-new Canyon Aeroad leaves it in the dust, improved in every performance metric.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
Canyon has even managed to infuse a level of convenience and liveability rarely seen in this category, all with the same enviable value prospects that the German direct-to-consumer brand is known for.
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
It's a race-ready aero bike that will appeal to a wide audience of racers, café cyclists and club riders alike.
Cycling News logoCycling News

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road.cc
Canyon's limited edition Aeroad CFR Cosmos is taking your ride into new spheres

Dec 2023 · Suvi Loponen

This bike and its intergalactic paint job boasts next-level stiffness-to-weight, style and speed according to Canyon...

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Velo
Is the Canyon Aeroad CFR on the brink of another major recall?

Jul 2023 · Troy Templin

What is the issue with the Canyon Aeroad CFR 2XL and should this be a recall, not just a Stop Ride notification to specific customers?

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The Gear Loop
Canyon gives CFR Aeroad the Manga treatment for limited Tokyo edition

May 2023

Inspiration from Japanese comic book culture is reflected in bespoke Aeroad's wild paint job

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Cyclist
Canyon Aeroad CFR review

Nov 2022 · Peter Stuart

The Canyon Aeroad CFR is an aero bike that doesn't feel like one

Highs
  • Speed

  • Light weight

  • Comfort

  • Adjustability

Lows
  • Specced wheels may be too deep for some riders

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BikeRadar
Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 7 Disc eTap review

Nov 2022 · Warren Rossiter

Five-star performance from Canyon's SRAM Rival AXS-equipped aero bike

Highs
  • Superbly specced

  • Great ride

  • Clever design

Lows
  • Occasional rotor scrape on the test bike

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VeloNews
Mathieu van der Poel's Canyon Aeroad CFR for the 2022 Paris-Roubaix

Apr 2022 · Greg Kaplan

Double bar tape, 30mm tires and more for the ‘Hell of the North.’

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Road Bike Action
BIKE TEST: 2021 CANYON AEROAD CFR - Road Bike Action

Aug 2021 · David Kennedy

The new Canyon Aeroad is the first re-issue of the bike since its inception back in 2014. While the new version looks similar to its predecessor, in fact, it has very little in common with it

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Aeroad CFR Disc Di2

Oct 2020 · James Bracey

The brand new Aeroad improves in almost every area

Highs
  • Ride quality

  • Innovative front end

  • Value

Lows
  • Not the fastest or best handling

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Aeroad CFR Disc, Canyon Factory Racing R065 aero carbon frame, featuring ultra-rare Toray M40X carbon fibres. Shaped by extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis, validated in the wind tunnel. Fully internal routing, 12x142 mm through axle, flat-mount disc standard. Weight: 915 g

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

ColorsUltra Stealth; Movistar Replica

Fork

Canyon FK0060 CF Disc, All-new design, 12x100 mm through axle, flat-mount disc standard. CT scanner tested and approved. Weight: 425 g

Bottom Bracket

SRAM Pressfit RED DUB, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with SRAM DUB axles., Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5

Saddle

Fizik Antares Versus R1, 3D printed saddle with tailored zonal cushioning., Width: 139mm, Rail material: carbon (oval), Weight: 174 g

Seatpost

Canyon SP0046 Aero Seatpost, Aero-optimised carbon seatpost with new sleeve bearing that creates a seal and reduces seatpost and seat tube friction and prevents dirt from entering., Clamp diameter: 27,2 mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM RED eTap AXS, 12-speed, 12-speed, wireless shifting., Max cassette size: 33T, Weight: 277 g

Front Derailleur

SRAM RED eTap AXS, Wireless shifting for 2x12 drivetrains., Braze-on mount, Weight: 105 g

Crank

SRAM Red AXS Powermeter, Featuring integrated dual-sided power meter, 2x12-speed, gearing: 48/35., Bottom bracket: SRAM Pressfit RED DUB.

Power Meter

SRAM Red AXS Powermeter

Shifters

SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Left-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Right-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g

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 | SRAM Red XG-1290 12-speed Cassette 10-28

Chain

SRAM Red D1 12-speed, Premium 12-speed chain. Signature flat-top design enables a narrower design with quieter operation and increased strength and durability. With HollowPin construction and hard chrome plated inner link plates and rollers for reduced wear and prolonged life. | SRAM Red AXS 12-speed Chain 114L

Brakes

SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Left-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Right-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g

TypeSRAM RED Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Left-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed, Right-hand shifter, 12-speed, wireless shifting. With bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 143 g

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut, Front wheel with Aero+ technology for stability, low drag, and all-round performance. With new DT Swiss aero spokes and SINC ceramic bearings., Size 3XS - S bikes are specced with 50mm front rims and 62mm rear rims to ensure every rider gets the right ride and handling for their size., Tubeless-ready, Rim height: 62mm, Inner width: 20mm, Weight: 776g, Rotor mount: Center Lock | DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut, rim height: 62 mm

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 5000 TL, 25mm, High-performance race tyre. Compound: BlackChili. Weight: 255 g, TPI: 3/330, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection., Width: 25mm | Continental GP 5000s TR, 28 mm, High-performance race tyre. Compound: BlackChili. Weight: 275 g, TPI: 3/330, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection, Width: 28mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR TL Road Tyre 28-622 | Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR TL Road Tyre 25-622

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline X, Two-piece design centerlock brake rotor, rounded edges for easier wheel installs., Weight: 135 g | SRAM Centerline XR Centerlock Brake Rotor 140mm | SRAM Centerline XR Centerlock Brake Rotor 160mm

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