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A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$8,499| Weight | 14.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED AXS |
| Power Meter | Red AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" +
Summary
The Canyon Ultimate is a versatile and well-rounded race bike that balances aerodynamics, stiffness, and comfort. It offers sharp handling, efficient power transfer, and a smooth ride quality, making it suitable for both climbing and high-speed descents. With competitive pricing and a range of models, it stands out as a top choice in the race bike category.
Excellent handling and agility
Aerodynamic efficiency with significant watt savings
Good ride quality and comfort for a race bike
Competitive pricing and value
High stiffness for efficient power transfer
Proprietary components limiting customization and maintenance
Some models have increased weight
Limited parts compatibility and adjustment options
Not the most comfortable option in its class
It’s one of the most well-rounded race bikes available for the money today.
What 911 is to Porsche, the Ultimate is to Canyon.
The Ultimate has long been my favorite family of bikes in Canyon’s road lineup.
the Ultimate exudes modern handling with exceptional vibration damping and an overall smooth rideRoad Bike Action
This is a fast bike if you have the legs to make it so.
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Jul 2024 · Stu Kerton
Stunning performance thanks to excellent stiffness, a very low weight and a sublime ride quality
Great spec
Very light and responsive
Stunning performance
Hookless Zipp wheels limit tyre choice and pressures
May 2023 · James Huang
One of these bikes costs nearly 4x the other, but how different are they really?

Mar 2023
The Neuron is now lighter, tougher and more capable than ever

Dec 2022 · Ashley Quinlan
Can Canyon’s new top-of-the-range Ultimate strike the perfect balance?
Pinpoint handling
Rapid acceleration
No-expense-spared build
Understated looks
DT Swiss wheels are one-trick ponies
Tyres are fragile

Sep 2022 · Will Jones
Exceptional uphill, fast handling, and a quality build kit make this a very compelling package
Beautifully balanced handling
Considered aero touches
Still feels like a climbers bike
Still some proprietary touches
Threaded BB would be preferable
No 0mm seat post option

Sep 2022 · RBA Staff
A slew of improvements bolster Canyon's Ultimate road bike
Aerodynamic updates
Smooth ride quality
Exceptional vibration damping
Snappy handling
Forgiving geometry
Stiff bottom bracket, top tube, seat tube junction
D-shaped seatpost for improved compliance
Integrated cable routing
14.3% weight reduction (claimed)
Lightweight (15.8 lbs test bike, 13.9 lbs CFR claimed)
Competitive price point ($6999 for CF SLX Ultegra Di2)
Left longing for a few pedal chance to ride the claimed 13.9 pound CFR Dura-Ace build
Sep 2022 · William Tracy
The Ultimate family includes 7 models for the US market spread across 3 levels.
Jan 2021 · Dave Rome
Canyon's Ultimate CF SL Disc may be a few years old, but including it in the Field Test has proved that this high-value racer has aged incredibly well.
Comfortable ride quality, balanced handling, Canyon’s own cockpit components, stock tyres.
Somewhat odd frame sizing, press fit BB, locked into 1 1/4″ stems, narrow rims, fixed stem length and handlebar width.
| Frame | Canyon Ultimate CFR Disc Color: Dark Chrome |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0072 CF Disc |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Pressfit RED DUB |
| Saddle | Fizik Antares Versus R1, 3D printed saddle with tailored zonal cushioning., Width: 139mm, Rail material: carbon (oval), Weight: 174 g |
| Seatpost | Canyon S13 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 15 - 35 mm, Technology: VCLS, Weight: 220 g Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | None included |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Red eTap AXS, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM RED eTap AXS |
| Crank | SRAM Red AXS Powermeter, Featuring integrated dual-sided power meter, 2x12-speed, gearing: 48/35., Bottom bracket: SRAM Pressfit RED DUB. |
| Power Meter | SRAM Red AXS Powermeter |
| Shifters | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 2s, Pro-level left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 12s |
| Cassette | SRAM RED XG-1290, 12-speed, 10-28 |
| Chain | SRAM RED D1 12s |
| Brakes | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 2s, Pro-level left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 12s Type: SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 2s, Pro-level left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 12s |
| Rims | DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut db, Front wheel with Aero+ technology for stability, low drag, and all-round performance. With DT Swiss aero spokes and SINC ceramic bearings., Tubeless-ready, Rim depth: 50 mm, Inner width: 20 mm | DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut db XDR |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe Pro One TT Evo 25mm, Casing: MicroSkin, Compound: OneStar, Technology: Tubeless Easy |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline X, Weight: 135 g | SRAM Centerline X, Disc Mount: Centerlock |
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