Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.

Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.

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The Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. is a full-carbon bike equipped with the Keep It Stable steering system for better handling on the trail. With a 160mm travel front fork and 150mm travel rear suspension, it is designed for aggressive trail riding. The bike has a Shimano Deore 1x12 drivetrain, Shimano XT M8120 brakes, and DT Swiss XM1700 wheels. It also comes with a Maxxis Minion DHRII tire set. The frame has a triple phase suspension design and a Flip Chip system for easy geometry adjustments. The Canyon G5 Riser Bar provides great ergonomics for gravity riding. Overall, the bike offers good weight for its class.

Highlights

  • Premium Carbon Frame
  • EWS (Enduro World Series) tested!
  • Good Weight in this Class
  • Good Groupset components
  • Top brakes
  • Top suspension components

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Description

SRP4799 €
CategoryFully
Travel Front160 mm
Travel Rear150 mm
Weight14.3 kg
Wheels29 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano XT
ForkFox 36
ShockFox Float X
BrakesShimano XT

Reviews

Loam Wolf

Sean Leicht

In our Canyon Spectral 125 CF8 review, we found its confidence inspiring and can ride terrain we usually don’t think about taking a 125mm bike in. Learn more!

Pros
  1. Poppy, playful geometry
  2. Progressive leverage curve
  3. Just a fun all around bike
  4. Quality, headache free components

Vital MTB

BHowell

Vital Review - Canyon Spectral CF 8 CLLCTV Mixed wheels, pure intentions. Canyon's Spectral CLLCTV is all fun, all the time.

Pros
  1. A near-perfect spec for the money
  2. FOX DHX shock
  3. Broad trail manners with extra rowdy appeal
  4. Overall durability is solid
  5. Price to performance
Cons
  1. Rear hub engagement
  2. Availability

ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine

Simon Kohler

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Peter Nilges

Suspension, equipment, and geometry open the door for the Canyon Spectral CF 8.0 to the enduro family - as demonstrated by the practical test with the all-mountain on the grippy 2.6-inch tires.

BikeX

Chris Pauls

MOUNTAINBIKE has tested the Spectral CF 8 from Canyon's 2022 model year on the trail!

Pros
  1. very successful 29er geometry
  2. exquisite components, high-quality carbon frame
  3. actively comfortable rear suspension
Cons
  1. heavy wheel-tire combo

MTB-News.de

Gregor Sinn

The KIS system undoubtedly has a big influence on the handling of the Canyon Spectral. The system is integrated in a sleek manner and can be easily adjusted, but at the moment it's not as easy to remove. We were surprised by this...

Pros
  1. successful and inconspicuous integration
  2. easy adjustment
  3. stabilizes steering on rough straightaways
Cons
  1. Successful and inconspicuous integration
  2. Easy adjustment
  3. Stabilizes steering on rough straights

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Specifications

Frame

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. Travel: 150mm Boost rear axle: 12 x 148mm
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
Reflecting Grey

Suspension

Fork
FOX 36 Performance Elite Grip2 Axle dimension: 15x110 mm Stanchion Diameter: 36 mm Travel: 160 mm Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5" Offset: 44 mm
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Performance Elite Designed to meet the demands of aggressive trail riders, this shock combines advanced damping with light weight for outstanding performance and durability.

Cockpit

Stem
Canyon G5 Stem 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
Handlebars
Canyon G5 Riser Bar 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
Tape/Grips
Canyon G5 Grips Get huge grip, with or without gloves. The clamp guarantees a tight lock on the bar.
Saddle
Ergon SM10 Enduro Comp

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT M8100 12speed Precise 1x12 drivetrain.
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore XT, 12-speed Rear derailleur shifter, 12-speed, Textured rubber lever pad, Multi-Release, 2-way release, I-Spec EV clamp allows 14mm lateral adjustment and 20-degrees rotation adjustment, 130 g
Cassette
Shimano XT, 12-speed (10-51) Cassette size: 10-51T Gear range: 510%
Chain
Shimano CN-M6100 12s
Crankset
Shimano XT M8120 32T Number of chainrings: 1
Chainrings
Shimano XT FC-M8100 Chainring 32t
Chainguard
Canyon GP0293-02
Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT800, Threaded Hassle-free Shimano Hollowtech II threaded bottom bracket Bottom bracket standard: BSA 68/73

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano XT M8120 High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 410 g
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore XT M8120 High-power 4-piston brake, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 410 g
Front Brake Rotor
Shimano RT86, 203mm A big (203mm) Shimano RT86 brake rotor delivers equally big stopping power.

Wheels

Front Rim
DT Swiss XM1700 29" DT Swiss' XM1700 wheelset is plenty strong. Features include wide (30mm) aluminum rims and DT's Ratchet-drive, Boost hubs. Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt Wheelsize: 29"
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
DT Swiss XM1700 29" DT Swiss' XM1700 wheelset is plenty strong. Features include wide (30mm) aluminum rims and DT's Ratchet-drive, Boost hubs. Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt Wheelsize: 29"
Thru Axle
Canyon Quixle Thru Axle The Canyon Quixle combines the stiffness of a through axle with the ease-of-use of a quick-release. You can quickly remove the rear wheel without tools. The handle discreetly slides into the axle after usage. The Quixle is only combined with the rear wheel. Axle dimension: 12x148 mm

Geometry Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.

SizeSMLXL
Body Height< 177172 - 185180 - 194> 189
Seat Height (mm)635 - 770690 - 815750 - 875780 - 905
Seat Tube Length (mm)395430460490
Seat Tube Angle76°76°76°76°
Head Tube Length (mm)95105115125
Head Tube Angle64°64°64°64°
Top Tube Length (mm)583610637664
Chainstay Length (mm)437437437437
Wheelbase (mm)1197122612551285
Standover (mm)755762767779
Stack (mm)615624633642
Reach (mm)431456481506
BB Offset (mm)33333333
Spacer20.020.020.020.0
Handelbar Width (mm)760780780780
Stem Length (mm)40404040
Crank Length (mm)170.0170.0170.0170.0
Chainring Size32323232
Disk Size203 / 180203 / 203203 / 203203 / 203
Dropper Post Travel150170200200
Travel Rear150150150150
Travel Front160160160160
Wheel Size Front29"29"29"29"

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.

Where to buy a Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.

The Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. may be purchased directly from Canyon

How heavy is the Bike?

The Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. weights 14,30 kg. Thats roughly 31,5 pounds

What material is the frame of the Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S.?

The Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Canyon?

The SRP Price is our information at 4799 EUR

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