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An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and shimano grx 400 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$1,699| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b / 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | GRX 600, GRX 400 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
6'3" +
Summary
The Canyon Grail is a fast and versatile gravel bike praised for its excellent handling, comfort, and value. It features innovative designs like integrated storage and a unique handlebar for improved aerodynamics and multiple hand positions. While it excels on varied terrain, some note limitations in tire clearance and accessory mounts compared to more adventure-focused models.
Excellent handling and stability
Good value for money
Comfortable ride quality
Innovative integrated features
Lightweight and efficient
Limited tire clearance up to 42mm
Fewer mounts for bikepacking accessories
Proprietary components limit customization
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The new Grail is one of the best-handling gravel bikes I have ever ridden.
The Grail AL 7 eTap represents a near-perfect, versatile gravel bike.
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Oct 2024 · Joshua Hutchens
The Canyon Grail CF SL 7 AXS provides a quick and nimble way to dice up the road or trail. With consumer-direct pricing, a quality build kit, and...
Lightweight
Moderately versatile
Clean lines
Finicky seatpost clamp
Limited tire clearance

Jan 2024
The second generation Canyon Grail gets ride of the proprietary front end, but doubles down on it's aggressive character.
Oct 2023 · James Huang
Canyon’s new Grail CF carbon fiber gravel bike family, redesigned with gravel racing in mind.
Better aerodynamic efficiency
More stable handling
Lots of well-done integration
Looks good
Excellent value.
Limited cockpit and seatpost sizes
Firm ride quality.

Oct 2023 · Cory Benson
Canyon's all-new Grail is reshaped as an aero gravel race bike with integrated storage, a more conventional cockpit, and more refined handling…

Oct 2023 · Paul Norman
The new Canyon Grail drops the double deck bars of the original in favour of a more conventional-looking one-piece setup

Oct 2023 · Martin Staffa
Bringing you one step closer to the gravel podium – what innovations lie hidden behind the subtle styling of the new Canyon Grail CFR?
Innovative implementation of onboard storage
One-piece cockpit with countless integrated functions
Outstanding compliance of the frame, seat post, and wheels
Excellently balanced and fun handling
Plastic cover on the AERO LOAD SYSTEM has a cheap feel compared to the rest of the bike

Oct 2023 · Suvi Loponen
Offers a fast and reactive ride with a focus on aero gains, without compromising on comfort or versatility
Very comfortable
Efficient power transfer
Innovative and functional frame storage
Great spec
Looks sleek – even better with the Quickloader frame bag
Smallest sizes have slightly different geometry that might affect ride feel
Stock handlebar is wide
Oct 2023 · Will Tracy
The second generation Canyon Grail focuses on racing and speed, while not losing too much comfort in the process.
| Frame | Canyon Grail AL Disc, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Tyre Clearance: 42 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL) BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Sand |
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| Fork | Canyon FK0070 CF Disc, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Material: Carbon (CF) |
| Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5 |
| Stem | Canyon V13, High-quality aluminium stem with square cross-sectional profile. A new handlebar clamp design increases torsional stiffness by up to 40%. Handlebar clamp diameter: 31.8 mm. Head tube diameter: 1 1/4"., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm |
| Handlebar | Canyon HB0063, Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm, Width: 440 mm |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Model X, Gender: Unisex |
| Seatpost | Canyon SP0043 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 20 mm, Technology: VCLS Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | None included |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX400 GS, Cage length: long |
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| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX400 |
| Crank | Shimano RX600, Number of chainrings: 2 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX400, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX400, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 11-34 10s, Number of sprockets: 10 |
| Chain | KMC Connection Link 10s | KMC X10-93 10s |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX400, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX400, 10-speed Type: Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX400, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX400, 10-speed |
| Rims | DT Swiss Gravel LN, Axle dimension: 12x100 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Wheelsize: 28" | DT Swiss Gravel LN, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Wheelsize: 28" |
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| Tires | Continental Terra Trail 40mm, Width: 40mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT70, Size: 160 mm |
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Last updated August 26
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