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2023 Canyon

Precede:ON 5

A 650b aluminum frame commuter e-bike with upper mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$3,299
Weight52.6 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels650b Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetDeore
MotorBosch 600W 63Nm mid-drive
BatteryBosch 500Wh
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
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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

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33 mph

Precede:ON 5

31 mph

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Sizing
MD

< 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" +

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Summary

The Canyon Precede:ON is a versatile commuter bike, praised for its wide price range, multiple frame options, and Bosch Performance line powertrain. It offers a comfortable and upright riding position, making it ideal for urban environments, though some note a lack of comfort on rough roads. The bike's handling and cargo-carrying capabilities are frequently highlighted as strengths.

Pros
  • Wide price range with multiple specs and frame options

  • Bosch Performance line powertrain for efficient urban commuting

  • Comfortable and upright riding position

  • Good handling and cargo-carrying capabilities

  • Stylish design with integrated features

Cons
  • Lack of comfort on poorly maintained roads

  • US carbon model limited to a sloping top tube design

  • Not approved for a child seat

Key Quotes
Canyon’s Bosch-powered Precede:ON city ebikes, already popular in Europe, now will help boost American urban mobility, too.
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The Canyon feels completely in its element on winding roads or doing fun manoeuvres: it’s the cornering king of urban city runabouts.
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With the Precede:ON AL 7, Canyon have firmly positioned themselves in the affordable ebike segment, creating an absolute value for money hit.
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Velo
Canyon Precede:ON 5 E-Bike Review: A Fun Way to Ditch the Car

Oct 2023 · Alvin Holbrook

Sleek looks and a strong 28 mph motor assist impress on the latest city e-bike from Canyon, the Precede:ON AL bike.

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Bikerumor
Canyon Precede:ON urban ebikes hit the streets in US Cities

Feb 2023 · Cory Benson

Canyon's Precede:ON Bosch-powered urban ebikes are now available in the USA, in both premium carbon or more affordable aluminum versions...

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Downtown
First ride review: Canyon Precede:ON AL 7 – Unlimited urban freedom?

Mar 2022 · Philipp Schwab, Benjamin Topf

Canyon present the new Precede:ON AL 7 with prices starting from € 2,599. Can the affordable ebike still deliver? Read on to find out!

Highs
  • Fun and intuitive handling

  • Good value for money

  • Very composed

  • Good components

  • Stylish and clean look

  • Good cargo-carrying options

Lows
  • Lack of comfort

  • Not approved for a child seat

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BikeRadar
Canyon Precede:ON CF 9 review | BikeRadar

Apr 2021 · Warren Rossiter

Futuristic urban transport

Highs
  • User friendly design

  • Bags of power

  • Very comfortable

Lows
  • Expensive

  • Heavy

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Precede:ON CF 9 ST

Dec 2020 · Maria David

A stylish high-end e-bike with automatic transmission, and all the comforts for an enjoyable ride through the city

Highs
  • Stylish finish

  • Efficient motor

  • Automatic gear changes

  • Built-in lights

Lows
  • Weight

  • Limited range

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Precede:ON, Robust, feature-packed aluminium e-urban bike frame with comfortable riding position., Axle dimension: 10X135 MM, Material: Aluminium (AL)

ColorChampagne

Fork

Canyon FK0093 Disc, Robust, sleek carbon fork., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8", Material: Carbon (CF), Weight: 400 g

Saddle

SR Royal Essenza, Gender: Unisex, Weight: 10 g

Seatpost

Iridium, Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL), Weight: 280 g

TypeRigid

Grips

Ergon GA3

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore M5100 11s, Cage length: long, Weight: 356 g

Crank

Miranda Delta, Number of chainrings: 1

Shifters

Shimano Deore M5100 11s

Cassette

Shimano Deore M5100 11s 11-51, Number of sprockets: 11

Chain

Shimano CN-HG601 11s

Brakes

Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 / UR300​

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Alexrims MD25 | Promax DR815F, Axle dimension: 15X100 mm, Rim height: 20 mm, Inner width: 25 mm, Weight: 875 g | Alexrims MD25 | Promax DB606R SH11, Axle dimension: 9X135 mm, Rim height: 20 mm, Inner width: 25 mm, Weight: 837 g

Tires

Schwalbe G-One Allround 57mm, Width: 2.25", Weight: 500 g

Disc Rotors

Shimano MT200, Size: 180 mm, Weight: 50 g | Shimano EM300, Size: 180 mm, Weight: 180 g

Electric Components
Motor

Bosch Performance Line Sport 28mph

Battery

Bosch Powertube 500Wh BBP286 vertical, 500 Wh

Display

Bosch Purion

Charger

Bosch Standard 4A

Accessories
Lights

Supernova Universal Fender Tail Light | Light Skin Ultra Mini front | Reflector Set

Fenders

AL Fenders with Canyon Rack

Racks

Canyon Rack

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