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Exceed CFR LTD
A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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$7,599| Weight | 19.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID SL Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle AXS, Eagle AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'1"
5'11" – 6'4"
6'3" +
Summary
The Canyon Exceed is a lightweight, race-focused cross-country bike that excels in efficiency and agility, making it a strong contender for competitive riders. Its stiff frame and sharp handling provide excellent power transfer and precision, though some may find the ride quality unforgiving on rough terrain. While it boasts a clean aesthetic and high-end components, traditional geometry and limited comfort features may not suit all riders.
Lightweight and efficient
Sharp, precise handling
High-end components
Clean aesthetic design
Excellent power transfer
Unforgiving ride quality on rough terrain
Traditional geometry may not suit all
Limited comfort features
Some components may feel rough over time
Seatpost setup can be fiddly
The Exceed is a pure, unapologetic, hard-wired hardtail that places a strong emphasis on power transfer and precise handling.
Flow Mountain BikeThis is unashamedly an XC race bike, with tight angles, a stiff chassis and a raft of lightweight kit bolted to its top-spec carbon fibre frame.
BikeRadarThe Exceed is one hell of a race bike.
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Mar 2023
New models, new colours and new graphics arrive on popular, racy hardtail
Feb 2023 · Guy Kesteven
Canyon’s flagship XC race hardtail frame is exceptionally light but how does the complete bike ride?
Exceptionally light, stiff frame
Exceptionally light, stiff wheels
Exceptionally light, stiff integrated cockpit
Premium lightweight race spec
Excellent value
Clever sprung seatpost
Unforgivingly rigid
Limited chainring clearance
Press fit bottom bracket
Direct sell only
Sep 2021 · Seb Stott
At the entry-level is the Lux CF 6 which is equipped with Shimano SLX shifting, Fox SC Performance suspension, and DT Swiss XR1900 wheels.
Mar 2021 · Tom Marvin
Razor-sharp handling and acceleration give the Exceed a classic XC feel
Great value for money
No-excuses attitude to going fast
Traditional geometry may put some riders off
Inflexibility of cockpit is frustrating
Feb 2021 · Dave Rome
A mountain bike so clearly intended to win World Cups that it carries a number of significant compromises for the recreational racer.
Focussed design for the racer, super stiff, agile handling, climbs like a goat, open frame design is easy to shoulder, low weight, good tyre clearance, race-ready spec, quality consumer-direct packaging.
Rides like an unprotected jackhammer, tall standover causes sizing woes, fiddly cable routing, press fit bottom bracket, price.
Nov 2020
Drawing on new carbon fibre tech, the 2021 Canyon Exceed is lighter, sharper, and more refined than ever before. But when full suspension bikes are so good, is there still a genuine market for a hardtail? To find out, we've been testing the super-light Canyon Exceed CFR Team - read on for our full review.
Stonking power transfer
Responsive, undiluted handling
Astonishingly low weight
One-piece bars and internal cabling are super clean
Flex post adds welcome comfort
Steering limiter is effective, but unnoticeable
Not exactly the most forgiving ride
Bottom bracket bearings already feeling rough
Seatpost clamp could be more user-friendly
Tubeless valves & sealant should be included
Aug 2020
We’ve seen a few high-profile XC hardtails released in the past month. BMC twisted out the Twostroke, a modern yet measured approach to a category that is still relevant, but takes a back seat to full-suspension. On the other hand, Orbea dropped the Alma, a purist’s race machine that takes a spare-no-expense approach to making…
Aug 2020 · Zach Overholt
Is this the lightest bike ever made with Unicorn Hair? Maybe for an XC hardtail, that is. Check out the new Canyon Exceed CFR!
| Frame | Canyon Exceed CFR Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Eclipse Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID SL Ultimate RaceDay Remote Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Pressfit DUB |
| Saddle | Selle Italia SLR KC Boost |
| Seatpost | DT Swiss D 232 One Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Ergon GA20, High-grade lock-on grips providing comfort and control in equal measure. |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM XX1 Eagle DUB 34T, Material: Carbon |
| Shifters | SRAM Eagle AXS Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM XG Eagle 10-52, All the range you need to climb the biggest mountains, courtesy of SRAM's 10-52, 12-speed cassette. |
| Chain | SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Ultimate Type: SRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Reynolds Blacklabel XC |
|---|---|
| Tires | MAXXIS Aspen 2.25" | MAXXIS Ikon Exo 2.35" |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline, 160mm, Disc Mount: Centerlock | SRAM Centerline X Rounded Edges, Disc Mount: Centerlock |
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Last updated January 29
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