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Spectral:ON CFR LTD
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame electronic full suspension enduro e-bike with ultra high-end components.
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€10,999($12,739)| Weight | 50.4 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, Electronic, 155 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Flight Attendant |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Flight Attendant |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle AXS, Eagle AXS |
| Motor | Shimano 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | 900Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Canyon Spectral:ON is a versatile and capable enduro e-MTB that excels in technical terrain and offers a playful ride. It features a low center of gravity, excellent suspension performance, and the option for a large battery capacity to address range anxiety. While it shines in downhill performance and handling, some reviews note issues with motor noise and suspension bottoming out.
Low center of gravity improves handling
Proprietary 720 Wh and 900 Wh batteries address range anxiety
FOX 36 Factory fork with GRIP2 damper and FOX Float X Factory shock provide excellent suspension
Dynamic and lively ride feel
Excellent weight distribution
Suspension bottoms out too frequently
Pronounced rattle from the motor region
Chain drags along the chainstay protector in the smallest sprocket
Under-steering out of corners on flatter, less-supportive terrain
Motor and crank clearance on technical terrain
An eMTB with a low centre of gravity that is much easier to handle than its on-paper numbers would suggest.
BikerumorThe impressively low-weight, fast-rolling tyres and high-capacity 900Wh battery meant the Spectral:ON was remarkably quick when pointing uphill.
BikeRadarThe suspension is absolutely superb, managing to offer comfort and grip over rough terrain, while being more supportive on both the climbs and on the descents.
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Jul 2023 · Jeremy Benson
The redesigned Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8 is a high-value electric mountain bike with an excellent well-rounded on-trail performance. With a carbon frame...
Reasonably priced
Great build for the price
900Wh battery-massive range
Well-rounded performance
Confident descender
Motor/battery bulge reduces clearance
Non-e-bike specific fork
Should come with beefier tires
May 2023 · Blake Nielsen
Its not often we get to compare the latest release from a bike company with their previous model, especially when it comes to eBikes. Canyons Spectral:On CF8 has been [R] test rider Blake’s daily shredder when he rolls on battery power, a testament to the design and ability of the German manufacturer’s bike. So, it was only right to get Blake on the new model to really see whats changed over the last few years of MTB design… Reviewer // […]
May 2023 · Knut Nes
Canyon just can't stop. Three new bikes last week weren’t enough, now they release another one. But is it really new? Look closer. Even closer... No? The new Spectral:ON has a longer fork! That's not much of an update. And I find it a bit...
Apr 2023
Thanks to a huge geometry overhaul in 2022, Canyon's Spectral:ON CF8 naturally excels when the terrain gets steep and technical. It’s one of the lighter e-MTBs around and this has resulted in it being a lively yet well-mannered bike and a genuine segment contender among the best e-MTBs. However, it is lacking in one area: its uphill behaviour.
Mar 2023
Testing Canyon's most exclusive eMTB, featuring SRAM AXS, RockShox Flight Attendant, and a high-end set of DT Swiss carbon wheels.
Sep 2022 · Alex Evans
Great for tamer trails, but its potential is limited by conservative geometry and a raw-feeling ride
Impressive battery range
Light weight
Supportive suspension
Drool-worthy spec for the most part
Raw ride feel
Conservative geometry with a lack of adjustment
Tyre choice
Aug 2022
The new Canyon Spectral:ON boasts more range and capability, but has it lost the magic that made the old model such a fun e-MTB?
Superbly balanced suspension is both poppy and plush
Updated geometry has improved high-speed stability
Excellent weight distribution
Terrifically fun & agile for a full-powered e-MTB
Battery options offer enormous range potential
Grippy, versatile tyre spec
Not the quietest bike
Charge port door could be more robust
Would prefer a longer dropper
Headset cable routing complicates maintenance
May 2022
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Undulation crushing tech
Neat integration
Agile and poppy
Rails the corners
Disguises big battery
Looks awesome
Flight Attendant isn’t for everyone
Bar/stem combo geometry
Overwhelmed in fast chunky and steep gnarly trails
| Frame | Canyon Spectral:ON CFR, CFR stands for Canyon Factory Racing. This is a premium carbon frame of the very highest quality. Lighter than the CF frame, and still highly robust. Category: 4e., Axle dimension: 12x148 mm, Material: Carbon (CFR) BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Deep Space |
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| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 150 mm travel. Flight Attendant technology: fully automatic suspension and compression adjustment, plus app-tunable travel and low-speed compression., Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Stanchion Diameter: 35 mm, Travel: 150 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Offset: 44 mm Travel: 150mm |
| Shock | RockShox Superdeluxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, 155 mm travel. Flight Attendant technology: you can adjust the rear shock response and low-speed compression on the fork or using an app. Save and switch through multiple setups. Travel: 155mm |
| Bottom Bracket | STEPS, press-fit |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Aidon X5, Gender: Unisex |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb AXS, Wireless seatpost with AXS technology. With handlebar remote and 150 mm of stepless height adjustment., Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Canyon Lock-On, Get the ideal mix of incredible direct feedback and comfort. The grips always stay firmly in place, thanks to the screw-tight clamp. |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS, The ultimate in wireless shifting rear derailleurs, smooth, crisp gear changes from a single touch, even when you're racing for the rainbow jersey., Cage length: long |
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| Crank | Shimano STEPS HOLLOWTECH e-MTB crank arms, Designed for the rigors of E-MTB riding and featuring Shimano's Hollowtech crank arm design, 24mm spindle, 165mm crank arms |
| Shifters | SRAM Eagle AXS Rocker 12s |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed (10-52) |
| Chain | SRAM X01 Eagle 12s | SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed Chain 126L |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC, Powerful rear brake. With tool-free reach and bite point adjustment. | SRAM Code RSC, Dependable front brake. With tool-free reach and bite point adjustment. Type: SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss HXC1501 29", Rotor mount: Center Lock | DT Swiss HXC1501 27,5", Rotor mount: Center Lock |
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| Tires | Maxxis Assegai 29x2,5", The Assegai brings outstanding grip and cornering control in both wet and dry conditions., Width: 2.5" | Maxxis Minion DHR II 27,5" x 2.60WT, Width: 2.6" | Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO+ 3C MaxxTerra WT 27.5" x 2.6" MTB Tyre | Maxxis Assegai EXO+ TR MaxxTerra WT 29" x 2.5" MTB Tyre |
| Disc Rotors | 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 203mm |
| Motor | Shimano Steps EP8 Motor, High-torque motor. Maximum torque: 85 Nm. 3 app-tunable support modes: Eco, Trail, Boost. |
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| Battery | Canyon BT002, Choose from the Canyon 900Wh or 720Wh battery (due to downtube length restrictions 720Wh only with size small frames)., 720 Wh |
| Charger | Canyon BC001, 4A charger and cable. For charging Canyon e-MTB batteries, either in the bike or when removed. | SRAM Battery Charger for RED eTap, eTap AXS & Eagle AXS |
First added April 5
Last updated January 22
Not listed for 1,238 days