2022 Canyon
Torque:ON 8
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,699| Weight | 52.3 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 175 / 180mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, Shimano |
| Motor | Shimano 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 504Wh |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Dec 2023
The Canyon Torque:ON CF8 is an unapologetically big, brash, full-powered e-bike that is meant to be ridden hard!
Carbon frame and mid-upper tier components are a great value at this price point
720 or 900 Wh battery options
Impressive suspension kinematics and geometry keep the bike extremely capable on big features, but is still fun on less aggressive terrain
Very low bottom bracket makes for frequent pedal/frame strikes
Lacks finesse while climbing and descending technical terrain
May 2023 · Patrick Brady
What has a 250W motor, the ability to go for five hours (or more) and can handle drops that would make elevators cower? That would be the new Torque:ON, a new model from the German company Canyon that bridges the gap between e-bikes and full downhill bikes. With 170mm of travel in the rear and
May 2023
Canyon drops in with all-new Strive:ON CF enduro ebike, Torque:ON CF carbon freeride eMTB & entry-level Grand Canyon e-hardtails...
May 2023
Canyon's latest eMTB packs a huge battery and motor for all-day shredding
Oct 2021
We pointed the bike into a really rocky descent and we were a bit surprised. We’re so used to long travel 29er emtbs being super stable bikes that will straightline “anything”. The Canyon Torque:On 8 was different though. In hindsight, that really was to be expected. The smaller 27.5″ front wheel has less rollover abilities compared a 29″ wheel. And the short rear end favours playfullness and a faster steering. Check out the video for the whole story.
Aug 2021 · Ian Collins
Over the last few months, I’ve been spending some time on the 27.5″ wheeled long travel Canyon Torque:On 8. The particular model that I’ve been testing varies substantially compared to the US version that’s available to the public, due to different specs. However, it shares the same of the aluminum frame, motor, battery and in house bits such as the cockpit. For the bulk of this test I’ll be primarily focused on ride characteristics such as handling and duty as well as battery/power delivery. There isn’t much sense getting too far into the weeds over the details of components since
Jul 2021 · Peter Walker
No shuttle, no problem! The Canyon Torque:ON 9 feels like an MX bike in the air and beams you straight to the trailhead. But the added weight doesn't just come with bring advantages. Read our full review on to find out how the Torque:ON eMTB fared against its analogue opponents in our bike park group test.
Shuttle included in the price (only as long as the battery lasts)
Very stable in the air
Excellent traction in open corners and on technical terrain
Background noise of the EP8 motor and chain rubbing against the tire
High weight makes the bike stick to the trail
Limited support from the rear suspension
Brake rotor with the wrong pads
Mar 2021
When it comes to evaluating the Canyon Torque On, it's impossible to not discuss the polarizing duality of how it performs.
One of the best descenders
Killer suspension feel
Snappy, fun, spritely
Price
Looks good
BB is WAY too low
Constant crank/pedal strikes while pedaling
504Wh Battery
| Frame | Canyon Torque:ON, Aluminium frame, 175mm of rear suspension, award-winning Triple Phase Suspension design, internal battery, Boost 148 rear spacing, post-style brake mount (203) BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Shades of Stealth; Shades of the Forest |
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| Fork | Rockshox ZEB R, 180mm, 180mm of front suspension, 27.5 fork, Boost 110 spacing, 38mm stanchions, DebonAir air spring, Charger R compression damping, rebound damping adjuster Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select, 250x70, 175mm of rear suspension. The Super Deluxe Select delivers true long-travel performance, highly tunable DebonAir™ spring, adjustable rebound damping Travel: 175mm |
| Bottom Bracket | STEPS, press-fit |
| Stem | Canyon:ON Stem, 35mm clamp diameter, 40mm length |
| Handlebar | Canyon:ON HB0056 Riser bar, Aluminum, 780mm width, 35mm clamp diameter, 20mm rise |
| Saddle | Canyon SD:ON, Perfect for long rides in a seated position or on steep climbs, extra padding around sit bones, additional rear support prevents you from sliding backwards on steep climbs, chromoly rails, durable nylon composite shell, 290 g |
| Seatpost | Iridium Dropper Post Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Canyon Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX, 12-speed |
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| Crank | Shimano STEPS e-MTB crank arms, Designed for the rigors of E-MTB riding, 24mm spindle, 160mm crank arms |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX, 12-speed (10-51), Cassette size: 10-51T. Gear range: 510%. |
| Chain | Shimano M6100 12-speed, SIL-TEC treatment for extended offroad durability, HYPERGLIDE+ shift technology, quick link for easy connect and tool-free assembly |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX 4-piston front brake, High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 444 g | Shimano SLX 4-piston rear brake, High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 444 g Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss H-1900 Spline, 27.5", Rear wheel made for the demands of E-MTBs. DT Swiss Hybrid/370 3-pawl hub with steel freehub, Boost 148 spacing, reinforced DT Hybrid 1 spokes, aluminum tubeless-ready DT Swiss 27.5" rim, 35mm inner width | DT Swiss H-1900 Spline, 27.5", Front wheel made for the demands of E-MTBs. DT Swiss Hybrid/370 front hub with Boost 110 spacing, aluminum tubeless-ready DT Swiss 27,5" rim, 30mm inner width |
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| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5x2.5", 3C MaxxTerra compound | Maxxis Minion DHR II, 2.6", EXO+ casing, Tubeless Ready design, 3C MaxxTerra tread compound |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano EM600 STEPS rear rotor, 203mm, Specifically designed to work with E-MTB speed sensors. ICE TECH design reduces heat build-up and brake fade, center-lock mounting for quick installation/removal | Shimano SLX rotor, 203mm, High-power 4-piston Deore brake, quick pad retraction, compatible with ICE TECH brake pads |
| Motor | Shimano Steps EP8 Motor |
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| Battery | Shimano Steps BT-E8035 |
| Display | Shimano Steps SC-E7000 Display |
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