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    ($5,493)
    $5,999
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    Category
    AeroAero
    Weight
    18.1 lbs17.0 lbs
    8.6
    8.1
    CarbonCarbon
    Fork
    CarbonCarbon
    Wheels
    CarbonCarbon
    Wheel Size
    700c700c
    Brakes
    Hydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
    Groupset
    Rival AXSForce eTap
    Drivetrain
    2 × 12 Electronic2 × 12 Electronic
    Power Meter
    Rival AXSNone
    Brand Site

    canyon.com

    canyon.com

    Summary
    The Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 7 Disc eTap and Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 8 Disc AXS are both carbon frame aero bikes with hydraulic disc brakes. The Aeroad CF SLX 8 Disc AXS has better components.
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    Ride Feel

    Based on frame geometry and build specs.

    Rider Position
    relaxedaggressive
    Terrain
    smoothrugged
    2022 Aeroad CF SLX 7 Disc eTap
    2021 Aeroad CF SLX 8 Disc AXS
    Other Aero bikes
    Gear Range

    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

    2022 Aeroad CF SLX 7 Disc eTap

    41 mph

    2021 Aeroad CF SLX 8 Disc AXS

    Highest gear

    (descending)

    Spec Level

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

    Geometry
    Specs
    Frame

    Aeroad CF SLX, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Material: Carbon (CF)

    BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

    ColorsHot Salsa; Pale Green

    Canyon Aeroad CF SLX Disc, Aero frame shaped by extensive computational fluid dynamics analysis, validated in the wind tunnel. Fully internal routing, 12x142 mm through axle, flat-mount disc standard. Weight: 980 g

    BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

    ColorsHot Salsa; Pale Green

    Fork

    Canyon FK0060 CF Disc, A new design enables superior cable integration. Inspected with computer tomography scanning., Material: Carbon, Axle dimensions: 12 x 100 mm, Brake mount: flat mount, Wheel size: 700C

    Canyon FK0060 CF Disc, All-new design, 12x120 mm through axle, flat-mount disc standard. CT scanner tested and approved. Weight: 425 g, Hub spacing: 12x100mm

    Bottom Bracket

    SRAM Pressfit RED DUB, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with SRAM DUB axles., Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5

    SRAM Pressfit RED DUB, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with SRAM DUB axles. Weight: 72 g

    Saddle

    Selle Italia SLR Boost Superflow S manganese, Saddle with modern short-nose design and unisex ergonomics., Width: 130 mm (S), Rail material: manganese, Weight: 208 g

    Selle Italia SLR, Featuring lightweight manganese rails, durable Fibra-Tek covering

    Seatpost

    Canyon SP0046 Aero Seatpost, Aero-optimised carbon seatpost with new sleeve bearing that creates a seal and reduces seatpost and seat tube friction and prevents dirt from entering., Clamp diameter: 27,2 mm

    Canyon SP0046 Aero Seatpost, Aero-optimised carbon seatpost with new sleeve bearing that creates a seal and reduces seatpost and seat tube friction and prevents dirt from entering.

    Pedals

    None included

    None included

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    SRAM Rival eTap AXS, Rear derailleur with wireless shifting. Featuring robust steel bearings and spring clutch for quiet, secure operation., Cage material: aluminium, Maximum cassette size: 36T.

    SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed, With wireless shifting, Orbit damper technology, and larger X-SYNC pulleys for improved durability, max. cassette size: 33T. Weight: 325 g

    Front Derailleur

    SRAM Rival eTap AXS, Front derailleur with wireless shifting. Featuring Yaw technology, eliminating the need for derailleur trim., Mounting type: braze-on

    SRAM Force eTap AXS, With wireless shifting, for 2x12 drivetrains, mounting type: braze-on. Weight: 155 g

    Crank

    SRAM Rival AXS Powermeter, Two-by crankset with spindle-integrated Quarq power meter., Number of chainrings: 2

    SRAM Force D1, Compatible with 12-speed drivetrains, gearing: 48/35

    Power Meter

    SRAM Rival AXS Powermeter, Two-by crankset with spindle-integrated Quarq power meter., Number of chainrings: 2

    Shifters

    SRAM Rival eTap AXS 2s, Left-hand shifter with hood shape optimised to fit hands of all sizes, for comfortable and controlled braking from any position. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12s, Right-hand shifter with hood shape optimised to fit hands of all sizes, for comfortable and controlled braking from any position. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust.

    SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed, Left-hand shifter. 12-speed, wireless shifting, bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 150 g | SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed, Right-hand shifter. 12 speed, wireless shifting, bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 150 g

    Cassette

    SRAM Rival, 12-speed, 10-30T, With SRAM's premier X-Range gearing for a smoother progression over a greater gear range., Gear range: 10-30 T

    SRAM Force XG-1270, 12-speed, 10-28, With optimised shift lanes for fast and smooth electronic shifting. Gear range: 10-28T, weight: 230 g

    Chain

    SRAM RIVAL D1 12-speed, 12-speed chain with flattop technology for narrower design, quieter operation, and increased strength and durability. | SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed Chain 120L

    SRAM FORCE D1 12-speed, With signature flat-top design for quieter operation and increased strength and durability. And hard chrome plated inner link plates and rollers for reduced wear.

    Brakes

    Hydraulic Disc

    Hydraulic Disc

    Brake Levers

    SRAM Rival eTap AXS 2s, Left-hand shifter with hood shape optimised to fit hands of all sizes, for comfortable and controlled braking from any position. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12s, Right-hand shifter with hood shape optimised to fit hands of all sizes, for comfortable and controlled braking from any position. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust.

    SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed, Left-hand shifter. 12-speed, wireless shifting, bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 150 g | SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed, Right-hand shifter. 12 speed, wireless shifting, bite point and reach adjustment. Weight: 150 g

    Wheels
    Rims

    DT Swiss ARC 1600, Front wheel with Aero+ technology for stability and low drag. Tubeless-ready., Rim depth: 62 mm, Inner width: 20 mm, Weight: 837 g | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Dicut, XDR, Rotor mount: Center Lock, rim height: 62 mm

    DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut, Front wheel with 62mm-deep carbon rim and 17 mm internal width. Tubeless-ready, Weight 895g | DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut, Rear wheel with 62mm-deep carbon rim and 20 mm internal width. Tubeless-ready, with SRAM XD-R 12-speed road driver body

    Tires

    Continental Grand Prix 5000 TL, 25mm, High-performance race tyre. Compound: BlackChili. Weight: 255 g, TPI: 3/330, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection., Width: 25mm | Continental GP 5000s TR, 28 mm, High-performance race tyre. Compound: BlackChili. Weight: 275 g, TPI: 3/330, with Vectran breaker for enhanced puncture protection, Width: 28mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR TL Road Tyre 28-622 | Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR TL Road Tyre 25-622

    Continental Grand Prix 5000, 25 mm, Aeroad & Speedmax: Continental Grand Prix Force, Ultimate: Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II | Continental Grand Prix 5000 28 mm, Casing: Vectran Breaker, Compound: BlackChili, Technology: Foldable

    Disc Rotors

    SRAM Paceline, Designed for optimal venting. With rounded edges for easier wheel installs., Disc mount: centerlock, Weight: 155 g | SRAM Paceline Centerlock Brake Rotor 160mm | SRAM Paceline Centerlock Brake Rotor 140mm

    SRAM Centerline X, Two-piece design centerlock brake rotor, rounded edges for easier wheel installs. Weight: 135 g

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