In addition to an MX version with a small rear wheel and aluminium models, fans of smaller wheels can also look forward to several new 27.5-inch models. The Spectral CFR, which is also new in this test, is the lightest version of the border crosser, which straddles the line between all-mountain and enduro, at a price of € 5999. Thanks to the use of higher-quality carbon fibres and a lighter paint finish, the CFR frame alone saves 275 grams compared to the standard Spectral. The total weight is an attractive 13.3 kilos without pedals, which is also helped by the high-quality Shimano XTR equipment, Canyon's own handlebar/stem unit and the lightweight DT carbon wheels.
Find out how the enduro/all-mountain mix of the Canyon Spectral CFR performs in practice in the test from BIKE 12/2021, which you can easily download as a PDF below.
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