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2024 Canyon

Aeroad CF SL 8

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

Manufacturer Price

€3,999($4,653)
Weight17.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels650c / 700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Aeroad CF SL 8
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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

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Spec Level

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

Sizing
XXXS

< 5'4"

XXS

5'2" – 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
  • 5'11", size MD, Just right
  • 6'0", size LG, Just right
  • 6'2", size LG, Just right
  • 6'3", size XL, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Canyon Aeroad is celebrated for its aerodynamic efficiency, stiffness, and comfort, making it a top choice for competitive racing and fast riding. It features improvements in handling, tire clearance up to 32 mm, and a customizable cockpit, alongside serviceability enhancements. While it's slightly heavier than its predecessor, its performance and value are highly regarded.

Pros
  • Highly competitive aerodynamic efficiency

  • Excellent weight and stiffness

  • Very good ride quality

  • Clever integrated cockpit design

  • Refined handling and aesthetics

  • Strong value

Cons
  • Slight weight gain compared to previous version

  • Finicky headset adjustment

  • Limited to 1.6 watts faster at zero degrees of yaw angle

Key Quotes
The new Canyon Aeroad is now in its fourth generation and the bike you’ve seen lurking around the peloton all season.
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Canyon has even managed to infuse a level of convenience and liveability rarely seen in this category, all with the same enviable value prospects that the German direct-to-consumer brand is known for.
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It's undeniably stiff and fast and urges you on at every turn.
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Escape Collective
Pro bike: Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney's Canyon Aeroad CFR

Jul 2025 · Suvi Loponen

The 2024 Tour de France Femmes champion rides a stunning, custom-painted Aeroad CFR with golden drivetrain details.

Highs
  • Custom-painted design

  • Golden drivetrain details

  • Stunning appearance

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Cyclist
Canyon Aeroad CFR 2024 road bike review

Dec 2024 · Laurence Kilpatrick

With a string of Grand Tour stage wins under its belt in 2024, the lightly remodelled Canyon Aeroad CFR certainly

Highs
  • Undeniably rapid

  • Universal Torx bolts and integrated tool

  • Versatile handlebar system

  • Far from the priciest

  • Improved seatpost

Lows
  • Aero drops cost extra

  • Stem and bar sizes not customisable

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Bikerumor
Fourth Gen Canyon Aeroad is Faster with Swappable Bar Widths and Fits 32mm Tires

Jul 2024 · Jordan Villella

The new Canyon Aeroad is a "super secret bike" that MVDP and the Alpecin-Deceuninck Team have been riding most of the season, and it's fast.

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Cycling News
Canyon Aeroad CFR 2024 review: Stiff, fast, and easier to live with

Jul 2024 · Tom Wieckowski

Canyon's updates to the Aeroad have further strengthened an already capable race bike. The new Aeroad CFR is a race-ready weapon

Highs
  • Fast, stiff and aggressive

  • Some necessary changes to aid living with the bike long term

  • Expensive, but cheaper than a lot of other top-tier race bikes

Lows
  • The DT Swiss 180 freehub is really loud, though some may like this

  • The front end feels a touch harsh with the 25mm tyre

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Canyon Aeroad CFR 2024 in review – A thoroughbred road bike

Jul 2024 · Calvin Zajac

New Aeroad CFR 2024: Canyon's race-optimized road bike aims to outperform with its feel and easy maintenance. Does it succeed?

Highs
  • Balanced and fast riding experience

  • Strong focus on maintenance and durability

  • Easy replacement of drops without disconnecting cables

  • High quality and detailed finish

Lows
  • Gear Groove slightly spoils the stylish, premium look

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road.cc
Canyon Aeroad CFR AXS 2024

Jul 2024 · Stu Kerton

Stunning performance right across the board from this versatile aero machine

Highs
  • Impressive aerodynamics

  • Plenty of tyre clearance for an aero bike

  • Surprisingly comfortable

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Velo
Canyon Finally Releases the New Aeroad, the Worst-Kept Secret in Cycling

Jul 2024 · Alvin Holbrook

The new Canyon Aeroad 4 was sitting before our very eyes, but now we get the full run of details on Canyon's fastest road bike yet.

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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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Aeroad CF SL Disc, Aero frame with the tube forms and geometry 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; Alpecin-Deceuninck Replica; Morello Red

Fork

Fork for R082 Aeroad 700c, Aerodynamic fork. Shaped and tested by our partner Swiss Side with use of extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Tyre Clearance: 31 mm, Material: Carbon (CF), Weight: 750 g

Bottom Bracket

Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5, Weight: 85 g | Ceramicspeed BB86 Shimano PressFit Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB72-41B II Press-Fit Bottom Bracket

Saddle

Selle Italia Model X, Gender: Unisex, Weight: 315 g

Seatpost

Canyon SP0079 Aero Seatpost, Super-stiff, superlight carbon seatpost with unique blade form. Sculpted in the wind tunnel using advanced CFD technology., Material: Carbon (CF)

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000 SS, Cage length: short

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Weight: 95 g

Crank

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Number of chainrings: 2

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 10 g | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 10 g

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-30 11s, Number of sprockets: 11, Range: 11-30 | Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 11-speed Cassette 11-30

Chain

Shimano CN-HG701 11s | Shimano 11-speed Quick-Link Chain Connector | Shimano CN-HG701 GRX 11-speed Chain 138 Links

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 10 g | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 10 g

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra R8020 2s, Weight: 10 g | Shimano Ultegra R8020 11s, Weight: 10 g

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: 837 g | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Dicut, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 62 mm, Weight: 979 g

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 5000 25mm, Width: 25mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000, 28 mm, Width: 28mm, Weight: 245 g | Continental GP 5000S TR TL 28" Road Tyre 28mm | Continental GP 5000 27.5" & 28" Road Tyre | Continental GP 5000 27.5" & 28" Road Tyre | Continental GP 5000S TR TL 28" Road Tyre 25mm

Disc Rotors

Shimano Deore XT MT800, Size: 160 mm | Shimano RT-MT800 Brake Rotor 140mm | Shimano RT-MT800 Brake Rotor 160mm

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