2023 Canyon

Aeroad CF SL 8 Disc

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

Manufacturer Price

$3,999
Weight17.2 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels650c / 700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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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 CF SL 8 Disc

40 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XXXS

< 5'3"

XXS

5'1" – 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
  • 5'9", size SM, Just right
  • 5'9", size M, Just right
Price History
Reviews
road.cc
Check out Annemiek van Vleuten’s WorldTour winning Canyon Aeroad

Jul 2023 · Suvi Loponen

There's hardly a race that this bike, ridden by Van Vleuten, hasn’t conquered

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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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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
After stop-ride notice, Canyon continues reworking Aeroad for pros and consumers

Feb 2022 · Ben Delaney

The pros and more than 1,800 consumers are back riding Aeroads with a reworked integrated cockpit. A seatpost-sealing upgrade is also being distributed, but isn't required for safety.

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Road Bike Action
BIKE TEST: 2021 CANYON AEROAD CFR

Mar 2021 · Vicky

A SEVEN-YEAR WAIT BRINGS MORE SPEED

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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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Bikerumor
All-new Canyon Aeroad CF SL, CF SLX & CFR: Options, Spec & Pricing

Oct 2020

New light & aero Canyon Aeroad CF gets more carbon build options than ever , from entry SL to ultra-premium Canyon Factory Racing CFR...

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Aeroad CF SL, Aero frame with the same design as the flagship Aeroad CFR. Shaped by extensive supercomputer analysis, validated in the wind tunnel., Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Tyre Clearance: 31 mm, Material: Carbon (CF)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

ColorsGrey in Grey; Team Replica Alpecin-Fenix

Fork

Fork for R082 Aeroad 700c, Aerodynamically optimised design, compatible with conventional aero cockpits. Tested and approved with computer tomography scanning., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Tyre Clearance: 31 mm, Material: Carbon (CF)

Bottom Bracket

Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5, Weight: 0.19 lbs

Saddle

Selle Italia Model X, Gender: Unisex, Weight: 0.69 lbs

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

Shimano Ultegra R8000 SS, Cage length: short

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Weight: 0.21 lbs

Crank

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Number of chainrings: 2

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 0.02 lbs | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 0.02 lbs

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-30 11s, Number of sprockets: 11, Range: 11-30

Chain

Shimano HG701 11-speed, High-grade chain with premium SIL-TEC treatment on roller link plate and pin link plate for increased durability and efficiency.

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 0.02 lbs | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 0.02 lbs

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 0.02 lbs | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 0.02 lbs

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss ARC 1600, Axle dimension: 12x100 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 62 mm, Inner width: 20 mm, Rim material: Carbon, Weight: 1.85 lbs | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Dicut, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 62 mm, Weight: 2.16 lbs

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 5000 25mm, Width: 25mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000, 28 mm, Width: 28mm, Weight: 0.54 lbs

Disc Rotors

Shimano Deore XT MT800, Size: 160 mm

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