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2022 Canyon

Sender CFR

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension downhill bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

€5,499($6,398)
Weight34.8 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 200 / 200mm
ForkRockShox BoXXer Ultimate
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate DH
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 7
GroupsetX01
BrakesSRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Sender CFR
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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)

31 mph

Sender CFR

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

< 5'10"

MD

5'7" – 6'1"

LG

5'10" – 6'5"

XL

6'2" +

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Reviews
Loam Wolf
Face Off: Canyon Sender CFR vs. Trek Session 9

Dec 2021

The Canyon Sender CFR and the Trek Session 9 are both race-ready downhill race machines, with each offering an unbelievable ride. Read more now!

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Pinkbike
Canyon Delivers More Wheel Options With the 2022 Sender CFR

Dec 2021 · Matt Beer

For 2022, the Sender CFR comes in the same orange/grey color scheme that the Canyon CLLCTV downhill squad rocked for 2021 with a more subtle black and silver option on tap too.

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NSMB
2021 Canyon Sender CFR Ridden and Reviewed

Mar 2021

2021 Canyon Sender CFR Ridden and Reviewed

Highs
  • Adjustable front and rear center lengths

  • Great geometry for a 29er DH bike

  • Well balanced and easy to ride

  • Good bump compliance with light and lively feel

  • Stable at high speeds, agile on tight trails

  • Excellent braking performance under hard braking

  • Supportive suspension with good progression

  • Light weight (under 35 lbs) with low center of mass

  • Quiet with no cable rattle

  • Durable pivots with bearings and replaceable inserts

  • Flawless build quality and component spec

  • Reasonable price for the spec

Lows
  • Rear tire may contact stays during hard cornering (12mm clearance)

  • Rear end not the stiffest, may oscillate in the air for heavier/stronger riders

  • Rear shock shaft is exposed to debris

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Review: Canyon Sender CFR Downhill Bike - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

Mar 2021 · McCoy

The best mix for racing

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Bikerumor
Canyon Torque, Sender AL mountain bikes get fresh colors, new component packages

Oct 2020 · Jordan Villella

For 2021, Canyon will offer alloy models of its popular downhill gravity machines; the Torque and Sender. The Torque, built to the same “Category 5” standards as all Canyon DH bikes, and taking suspension cues from the Sender, the Torque is a gravity machine with a playful side. Built around a 27.5″ wheels, and spec’d […]

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BIKE Magazine
Canyon Introduces the 2021 Sender CFR

Aug 2020

The iconic Canyon Sender downhill bike makes the jump to 29-inch wheels, but opts for a mullet build on smalls and mediums. Oh, and its lighter, longer and more adjustable.

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MTB Mag
[Tested] The New Canyon Sender CFR

Aug 2020 · Francesco Mazza

The start date of the postponed 2020 UCI DH World Cup season is almost upon us, finally, and Canyon has used the time available to wrap up the development and release their new DH weapon that’s already in the hands of the Canyon Factory Racing teams and FMD Racing. After about two years of R&D led by the same engineer who created the first Sender model in 2016, making use of the constant interaction with the World Cup athletes and mechanics, today the Koblenz brand presents the brand new Sender CFR. Canyon has sent us a sample of the new

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Vital MTB
2021 Canyon Sender CFR

Aug 2020 · Bturman

It's new downhill bike day! Drool over Canyon's latest and cross your fingers for some racing action this fall.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Sender CFR, Material: Carbon, Travel: 200 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 157 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 180

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorsStealth; Cfr Team

Fork

RockShox Boxxer Ultimate RC2, Axle dimension: 20x110 mm, Stanchion Diameter: 35 mm, Travel: 200 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Offset: 56 mm

Travel200mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate DH

Travel200mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM BSA DUB

Headset

Acros AZX-227

Stem

Canyon G5, G5 aluminium stem for double-crown forks. Developed with Canyon downhill pros, proven on the world’s toughest stages. Length: 45 mm. Clamping diameter: 31.8 mm.

Handlebar

Canyon G5, G5 parts are built for all-out downhill action. Super-robust carbon handlebar, tested to category 5 standards and race-proven. Width: 800 mm. Diameter: 31.8 mm. Rise: 20 mm., Width: 800 mm

Saddle

Ergon SMD20

Seatpost

Canyon G5, Canyon G5 aluminium seatpost. Length: 300 mm. Clamping diameter: 30.9 mm., Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Grips

Canyon G5 Grips, Gravity-specific screw-on design. Get huge control and plenty grip in all situations.

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 DH, Cage Length: medium

Crank

SRAM X01 DH 36T, Number of chainrings: 1

Shifters

SRAM X01 DH

Cassette

SRAM XG-795 DH 10-24 7s | SRAM XG-795 Mini Block 7-speed Cassette

Chain

SRAM PC 1110 11-speed | SRAM PC-1110 11-speed Chain

Chain Guide

e*thirteen LG1+ ISCG05

Brakes

SRAM Code RSC

TypeSRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss FR560 / DT Swiss 240s, Rotor Mount: IS 6-bolt

Tires

MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'', Compound: 3C Maxx Grip | MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'' Wide Trail, Width: 2.4"

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline, 200mm, SRAM's 200mm Centerline front rotor ensures you always have stopping power to spare. | SRAM Centerline rear rotor, 203mm, Stainless steel construction, 12-spoke design reduces distortion, UCI-compliant rounded edges, six-bolt mounting | SRAM Rotor Centerline Brake Rotor

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