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Spectral CF 8
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$4,699| Weight | 31.9 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+ |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Eagle AXS, GX Eagle AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Canyon Spectral is a versatile and capable enduro bike praised for its refined suspension, offering excellent traction and a playful yet stable ride. It features in-frame storage, adjustable geometry for wheel size options, and competitive value, though some note sizing confusion and occasional suspension tuning issues. Overall, it excels in a wide range of conditions, from technical climbs to aggressive descents.
Versatile with 29-inch or mixed wheel setup options
Refined suspension kinematics for better traction and predictability
In-frame storage with practical details
Competitive pricing and value
Playful and agile handling
Sizing may be unconventional and confusing
Some models have suspension that may feel too linear or require tuning
K.I.S. steering stabilizer not favored by all riders
Limited availability in certain regions like the US
Occasional noise or rattling issues
Canyon’s new Spectral is a reliable all-rounder, ready to tackle most rides, in most places, under most riders.
BIKE MagazineThe result is a bike that melts into the trail like butter on hot toast, with excellent traction and supple comfort whether descending or on the gas.
Bike PerfectCombined with the low-slung chassis and short chainstays, the dynamic Spectral is an absolute corner-ripping machine.
Flow Mountain BikeCanyon was not bluffing when they said 'Any Trail. Every Rider'.
Loam WolfIt’s a bike that wants to climb and descend in just about any creative way you can imagine.
Mountain Bike ActionFeedback?
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Jun 2025
Light on the wallet and the trail. Earlier this year Canyon released an aluminum version of its Spectral trail bike. On paper it’s a pretty simple proposition: take an award-winning formula, and replicate it in alloy to hit a lower-budget market segment. Sell a bike that will weigh a few pounds more, for a few thousand dollars less. But Canyon didn’t exactly follow that formula. This is the third edition of the Spectral I’ve ridden in the last three years, and yes, it’s also the most affordable. But shockingly, it’s also the lightest. By, well, a lot. To the point that it’s one of the lightest bikes I’ve ever reviewed. So we’ll talk about that, as well as how it compares to other similar trail bikes. Canyon Spectral AL 6 Overview, Travel: 140 mm (rear) 150 mm (front), Wheel Size: 29”, Size Tested: Medium, Build Tested: AL 6, Head Tube Angle: 64°, Measured Weight: 31.44 lbs (14.26 kg), MSRP: $3,099, By the numbers the Spectral AL 6 is a very straightforward trail bike. Typical geometry numbers (if you readjust your sizing paradigm which we’ll get into later), typical travel, no weird proprietary stuff. But over the last few weeks I haven’t been able to stop discussing it with my bike friends, because there is more than meets the eye going on here.
Oct 2024 · Ron Koch
It’s a bike that wants to climb and descend in just about any creative way you can imagine, aside from professional-level enduro racing, and is a versatile platform that can cater to a wide range of riders.
Feb 2024 · Marco Toniolo
Canyon introduces the new Spectral, which is one of the most multi-purpose bikes on the market. Since the previous model was unveiled in 2021, I have used it assiduously: long alpine rides, bike park days, weekends in Finale Ligure with shuttle service, and a lot of day rides on the hote trails. The Canyon Spectral 2024 hasn’t been overhauled, partly because it didn’t need to be, but it has undergone some interesting changes and is slightly heavier, but let’s go in order. The model being presented today is the CF, that is, the carbon one. So it is not quite
Feb 2024 · Seb Stott
The Spectral is now a 140mm trail bike with in-frame storage, and a removable steering stabilizer.
Oct 2023 · Matt Miller
The Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. is a unique carbon fiber mountain bike with a mixed-wheel layout, coil shock, and a SRAM GX AXS drivetrain, all for under $5,000.
FUN!
Looks great
Cornering and handling manners
Quiet
Good suspension spec
Room for improvement in parts spec, particularly the wheels and cockpit
K.I.S. is not a clear winner
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
Jan 2023 · Leon Poultney
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
| 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., Axle dimension: 12x148 mm, Material: Carbon (CF) BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Reflecting Grey |
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| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+ RC, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Stanchion Diameter: 35 mm, Travel: 160 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Offset: 44 mm, Weight: 5.16 lbs Travel: 160mm |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select+ RT, Spring: 400 Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA, Bottom bracket standard: BSA 73, Weight: 0.17 lbs |
| Stem | Canyon G5, 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, Material: Aluminium (AL) |
| Handlebar | Canyon G5, 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, Gender: Unisex |
| Seatpost | Canyon G5, Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Canyon G5 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, Weight: 0.75 lbs |
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| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle, Number of chainrings: 1 |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, Weight: 0.15 lbs |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, 10-52T, Number of sprockets: 12, Range: 10-52 |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain Guide | Canyon GP0293-02 | Canyon EP1266-01 ISCG05 Plate |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R | SRAM Matchmaker Clamp Type: SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss EX511 370LN, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt, Weight: 2.18 lbs | DT Swiss EX511, Axle dimension: 12x148 mm, Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt, Weight: 2.30 lbs |
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| Tires | Maxxis Assegai, Width: 2.5", Weight: 2.36 lbs | Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ 2,4x27,5", Width: 2.4", Weight: 2.21 lbs |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline Rounded, Size: 200 mm, Weight: 0.42 lbs |
First added March 29
Last updated January 26
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