2023 · CanyonSpectral CF 8 K.I.S.
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
| MSRP | €4,999 (about $5,415) |
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| Weight | 31.6 lbs |
| Suspension | Full |
| Travel | 150mm rear, 160mm front |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 36 |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
1 × 12 — 12 speed
Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.
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< 5'10"
5'7" – 6'1"
5'10" – 6'5"
6'2" +
May 2023
We put the Canyon Spectral CF 8 KIS to the test to see how the new steering stabiliser works, and how it impacts your riding.
Improved cornering performance on loose terrain
Significantly reduces wheel flop on the climbs
Simple & lightweight
Adjustable slider is useful for different terrain
KIS system adds cost & complexity
There are notable quirks on the trail
Price of entry is relatively high
Leon PoultneyJan 2023
With shorter travel and a lighter frame, the Canyon Spectral 125 CF 9 is designed to rip on a multitude of terrains.
Great handling
Plenty of adjustment
Sweet components
Not much weight saving over 150mm version
Carbon frame prone to chipping
Fair amount of initial set up
Aug 2022
The 2022 versions of the big brawlin' Torque and the "go anywhere" Spectral - which one brings mo business without spoiling the party in the back?
Nic HallJun 2022
In our Canyon Spectral 125 CF8 review, we found its confidence inspiring and can ride terrain we usually don’t think about taking a 125mm bike in. Learn more!
Apr 2022
Shimano's new EP8 motor and larger 630Wh battery give this 150mm mixed-wheel-size trail bike a big boost.
BHowellMar 2022
Mixed wheels, pure intentions. Canyon's Spectral CLLCTV is all fun, all the time.
A near-perfect spec for the money
FOX DHX shock
Broad trail manners with extra rowdy appeal
Overall durability is solid
Price to performance
Rear hub engagement
Availability
Ben HaworthFeb 2022
Canyon has hacked some travel from the Spectral 125 but kept all of the other numbers the same. Is the Canyon Spectral 125 a trail bike?
Feb 2022
The Spectral 125 is Canyon’s newest offering in the busy, short-travel category. It’s a trail bike with 125mm of rear wheel travel matched to a 140mm travel fork, with geometry matching the newly updated Spectral 150 long-travel line.
| Frame | CANYON Spectral CF, Full-carbon frame with optimised stiffness-to-weight ratio and integrated K.I.S. technology. Our famous triple phase suspension design with the Flip Chip system for simple geometry adjustment., Travel: 150mm, Boost rear axle: 12 x 148mm BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Reflecting Grey |
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| Fork | FOX 36 Performance Elite Grip2, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Stanchion Diameter: 36 mm, Travel: 160 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Offset: 44 mm |
| Rear Shock | FOX Float X Performance Elite, Designed to meet the demands of aggressive trail riders, this shock combines advanced damping with light weight for outstanding performance and durability. |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT800, Threaded, Hassle-free Shimano Hollowtech II threaded bottom bracket, Bottom bracket standard: BSA 68/73 |
| Stem | Canyon G5 Stem, Modern design, extreme durability: Canyon G5 components were developed by our pros on the world's toughest trails., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8", Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm |
| Handlebar | Canyon G5 Riser Bar, G5 stands for gravity riding, and category 5. This aluminium bar has superb ergonomics and durability., Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm, Width: 780 mm, Rise: 30 mm |
| Saddle | Ergon SM10 Enduro Comp |
| Seatpost | G5 Adjustable Dropper Post, Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL) |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Canyon G5 Grips, Get huge grip, with or without gloves. The clamp guarantees a tight lock on the bar. |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT M8100 12speed, Precise 1x12 drivetrain. |
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| Crank | Shimano XT M8120 32T, Number of chainrings: 1 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT, 12-speed, Rear derailleur shifter, 12-speed, Textured rubber lever pad, Multi-Release, 2-way release, I-Spec EV clamp allows 14mm lateral adjustment and 20-degrees rotation adjustment, 130 g |
| Cassette | Shimano XT, 12-speed (10-51), Cassette size: 10-51T, Gear range: 510% | Shimano XT CS-M8100 12-speed Cassette |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M6100 12s | Shimano CN-M6100 Deore 12-speed Chain 138 Links |
| Chain Guide | Canyon GP0293-02 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 410 g | Shimano Deore XT M8120, High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 410 g |
| Rims | DT Swiss XM1700 29", DT Swiss' XM1700 wheelset is plenty strong. Features include wide (30mm) aluminum rims and DT's Ratchet-drive, Boost hubs., Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt, Wheelsize: 29" |
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| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHRII 3C MaxxTerra EXO 2,4x29“, Wheelsize: 29" | Maxxis Minion DHRII 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ 2,4x29, Width: 2,4" | Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO+ 3C MaxxTerra WT 29" x 2.4" MTB Tyre |
| Disk Rotors | Shimano RT86, 203mm, A big (203mm) Shimano RT86 brake rotor delivers equally big stopping power. | Shimano SM-RT86 Brake Rotor 180mm | Shimano SM-RT86 Brake Rotor 203mm |