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Spectral:ON CF 8
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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$5,999| Weight | 54.5 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 155 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 600W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | 800Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Canyon Spectral:ON is a versatile and playful enduro e-MTB that excels in technical terrain and offers a plush yet poppy ride quality. With options for large battery capacities and a Shimano EP8 motor, it provides impressive range and power. However, some reviews note a raw ride feel and limitations in high-speed stability.
Impressive battery range
Light weight
Supportive suspension
Versatile geometry
Shimano EP8 motor with good power delivery
Raw ride feel
Conservative geometry with a lack of adjustment
Limited high-speed stability
Motor and crank clearance issues on technical terrain
Some components may feel under-gunned compared to competitors
The impressively low-weight, fast-rolling tyres and high-capacity 900Wh battery meant the Spectral:ON was remarkably quick when pointing uphill.
BikeRadarIndeed it’s this marvellous balance of being both poppy and plush that makes the Spectral:ON so impressive
Flow Mountain BikeIt’s one of the lighter e-MTBs around and this has resulted in it being a lively yet well-mannered bike and a genuine segment contender among the best e-MTBs.
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Jul 2023 · Jeremy Benson
The redesigned Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8 is a high-value electric mountain bike with an excellent well-rounded on-trail performance. With a carbon frame...
Reasonably priced
Great build for the price
900Wh battery-massive range
Well-rounded performance
Confident descender
Motor/battery bulge reduces clearance
Non-e-bike specific fork
Should come with beefier tires
May 2023 · Cory Benson
Canyon eMTB is back with 3 smart hidden upgrades to the popular Spectral:ON ebike that make it more capable, more fun to ride, and more safe & secure…
May 2023 · Knut Nes
Canyon just can't stop. Three new bikes last week weren’t enough, now they release another one. But is it really new? Look closer. Even closer... No? The new Spectral:ON has a longer fork! That's not much of an update. And I find it a bit...
Apr 2023
Thanks to a huge geometry overhaul in 2022, Canyon's Spectral:ON CF8 naturally excels when the terrain gets steep and technical. It’s one of the lighter e-MTBs around and this has resulted in it being a lively yet well-mannered bike and a genuine segment contender among the best e-MTBs. However, it is lacking in one area: its uphill behaviour.
Mar 2023
Testing Canyon's most exclusive eMTB, featuring SRAM AXS, RockShox Flight Attendant, and a high-end set of DT Swiss carbon wheels.
Sep 2022 · Alex Evans
Great for tamer trails, but its potential is limited by conservative geometry and a raw-feeling ride
Impressive battery range
Light weight
Supportive suspension
Drool-worthy spec for the most part
Raw ride feel
Conservative geometry with a lack of adjustment
Tyre choice
Aug 2022
The new Canyon Spectral:ON boasts more range and capability, but has it lost the magic that made the old model such a fun e-MTB?
Superbly balanced suspension is both poppy and plush
Updated geometry has improved high-speed stability
Excellent weight distribution
Terrifically fun & agile for a full-powered e-MTB
Battery options offer enormous range potential
Grippy, versatile tyre spec
Not the quietest bike
Charge port door could be more robust
Would prefer a longer dropper
Headset cable routing complicates maintenance
Apr 2022 · Dan Roberts
The new electric Spectral is available with a 900Wh battery that should minimize any range anxiety.
| Frame | Canyon Spectral:ON CF, A progressive, playful full-carbon trail e-MTB engineered to eat up more trail in less time., Axle dimension: 12x148 mm, Material: Carbon (CF), Weight: 7.93 lbs BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit Colors: Stealth; Hint of Lime |
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| Fork | Fox 38 Rhythm, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Stanchion Diameter: 38 mm, Travel: 160 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Offset: 44 mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance Evolution, Tune: CL, RM, Rezi LM, Weight: 0.62 lbs Travel: 155mm |
| Bottom Bracket | STEPS, press-fit |
| Stem | Canyon:ON ST0031 Stem, Canyon E-MTB stem., Length: 45 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8", Clamping diameter: 35,0 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL) |
| Handlebar | Canyon:ON HB0057 Riser bar, Canyon-developed E-MTB handlebar for top control levels on the trail., Clamping diameter: 35,0 mm, Width: 780 mm, Rise: 30 mm |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Aidon X5, Gender: Unisex, Weight: 0.60 lbs |
| Seatpost | Iridium Dropper Post, Move more freely on steep descents, by dropping down saddle with the press of a handlebar-mounted button. With internal cabling., Seatpost diameter: 30,9 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL), Weight: 1.25 lbs Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | VP-536 f |
| Grips | Canyon Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT M8100, Cage length: long, Weight: 0.55 lbs |
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| Crank | Shimano Steps |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SLX M7100, Weight: 0.32 lbs |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore SLX CS-M7100, Number of sprockets: 12, Range: 10-51 |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Chain Guide | Canyon Chainguide M091/M129 |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M7120, Number of pistons: 2 Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT Swiss HLN350 15x110 30mm Centerlock, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Weight: 2.26 lbs, Rear: DT Swiss HLN350 12x142 30mm Centerlock, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Weight: 2.77 lbs |
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| Tires | Maxxis Assegai, Width: 2.5", Weight: 2.36 lbs | Maxxis Minion DHR II 27,5" x 2.60 WT, Width: 2.6", Weight: 1.98 lbs |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT64, Size: 203 mm, Weight: 0.45 lbs | RT SHIM EM600 203 CL W/LR INT, Size: 203 mm, Weight: 0.02 lbs |
| Motor | Shimano EP801 |
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| Battery | CANYON BT010, 800 Wh |
| Charger | CANYON CHARGER |
First added January 10
Last updated September 14
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