Canyon Grand Canyon: Aluminium hardtails for the small budget - and kids!
Florentin Vesenbeckh
· 14.03.2025
Canyon renews its Grand Canyon hardtail mountain bike and presents a completely revised version of the popular all-rounder. According to the manufacturer, the new model is more versatile, lighter and more efficient than its predecessor. The aluminium frame has been fundamentally revised and should weigh less than 2 kilograms in size M. Canyon offers the Grand Canyon in seven frame sizes, from 3XS to XL. In addition to the hardtails for adults, there are also two models for children and teenagers in 24 and 27.5 inch sizes.
One major innovation is the increase in suspension travel to 120 millimetres on the fork. This should give the Grand Canyon more reserves and comfort off-road. All models are equipped with hydraulic disc brakes with a brake disc size of 180 millimetres at the front. Canyon states that the total weight starts at 11.5 kilograms, depending on the model.
The new aluminium frame
According to Canyon, the aluminium frame of the Grand Canyon has been completely redesigned. The top tube now drops lower, which, in combination with the longer dropper seatposts on the higher-end models, should allow more freedom of movement. The geometry has been revised to offer more safety and control.
The frame is approved for tyres up to 2.4 inches wide and offers numerous mounting points for accessories. Up to three bottle cages, mudguards, pannier racks and even a bike stand can be fitted. A trailer can also be attached using an optional axle adapter. Canyon classifies the frame as category 3, which qualifies it for more demanding terrain.
The facts about the Canyon Grand Canyon 2025
- New aluminium frame with various mounting points for accessories
- Suspension forks with 120 mm travel
- 29-inch wheels
- Children's and youth version with 24 or 27.5 inches
- from 12.5 kg (kids bike 11.5 kg)
- 5 sizes XS to XL, plus kids' bikes in XXXS to XS
- Tyre clearance up to 2.4''
- UDH switching eyes
- Prices between 599 and 1699 euros
Equipment variants & prices
Canyon Grand Canyon 5 - 749 Euro
At a price of 749 euros, the Grand Canyon 5 is the entry-level model for adults. It is equipped with an SR Suntour XCR32 Air LOR DS suspension fork with 120 millimetres of travel and an 11-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain.
- Fork: SR Suntour XCR32 Air LOR DS, 120 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano cues, 11-speed
- Brakes: Shimano MT200 (180 mm)
- Impellers: Alex DP25 | Shimano TC500, 27.5 inch (XS), 29 inch (S-XL)
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rapid Rob K-Guard 2.25 inch
- Seat post: Canyon SP2019 (rigid)
- Handlebars: Iridium HB0073 Aluminium, 760 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colour: Cloud
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Price: 749 Euro
Canyon Grand Canyon 6 - 999 Euro
For 999 euros you can get the Grand Canyon 6, which offers a Rockshox Judy Gold suspension fork and a 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain.
- Fork: Rockshox Judy Gold, 120 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano Deore, 12-speed
- Brakes: Shimano MT4100 (180 mm)
- Impellers: Alex DP25 | Shimano TC500, 27.5 inch (XS), 29 inch (S-XL)
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron Superground, Addix Speedgrip 2.25 inch
- Seat post: Canyon SP2019 (rigid)
- Handlebars: Iridium HB0073 Aluminium, 760 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colours: Raku, Cloud
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Price: 999 Euro
Canyon Grand Canyon 7 - 1299 Euro
The Grand Canyon 7 costs 1299 euros and has a Rockshox Recon Gold suspension fork and a 12-speed Shimano SLX drivetrain. A dropper seatpost is also fitted.
- Fork: Rockshox Recon Gold, 120 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano SLX, 12-speed
- Brakes: Shimano MT401 (180 mm)
- Impellers: Alex DP25 | Shimano TC500, 27.5 inch (XS), 29 inch (S-XL)
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron Superground, Addix Speedgrip 2.25 inch
- Seat post: Canyon SP081 dropper post (125-200 mm)
- Handlebars: Iridium HB0073 Aluminium, 760 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colour: Oxide
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Price: 1299 Euro
Top model Canyon Grand Canyon 8 - 1699 Euro
The top model, the Grand Canyon 8, costs 1699 euros. It is equipped with a Fox 32 Float Rhythm Grip suspension fork, a 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain and DT Swiss wheels. A dropper seatpost is also included as standard. This makes the bike a good choice for price-conscious off-road, trail and touring bikers.
- Fork: Fox 32 Float Rhythm Grip, 120 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano XT, 12-speed
- Brakes: Shimano SLX (180 mm)
- Impellers: DT Swiss LN XR Aluminium, 27.5 inch (XS), 29 inch (S-XL)
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron Superground, Addix Speedgrip 2.25 inch
- Seat post: Canyon SP081 dropper post (125-200 mm)
- Handlebars: Iridium HB0073 Aluminium, 760 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colour: Oxide
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Price: 1699 Euro
Young Hero: For children and young people
Especially for young people Canyon the Grand Canyon Young Hero 27.5" on. This model costs 699 euros and is equipped with 27.5-inch wheels and a geometry tailored to younger riders. It has an SR Suntour X1 Air LOR DS suspension fork with 120 millimetres of travel and 10-speed Shimano Cues gears.
- Fork: SR Suntour X1 Air LOR DS, 120 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano cues, 10-speed
- Brakes: Shimano MT200, 2 pistons (180 mm)
- Impellers: Alexrims DP25/Shimano TC500 27.5 inch aluminium
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron 2.25 inch, Performance, Addix
- Seat post: Canyon SP2019 (rigid)
- Handlebars: Canyon HB0073 Aluminium, 700 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colour: Fabio Wibmer Replica
- Sizes: 2XS-XS
- Price: 699 Euro
The smallest hardtail is the Grand Canyon Young Hero 24" for 599 euros. With its 24-inch tyres, it is aimed at young riders. It has an SR Suntour XCT Junior suspension fork with 80 millimetres of travel and a 9-speed Shimano Cues gear system.
- Fork: SR Suntour XCT Junior, 80 mm travel
- Circuit: Shimano cues, 9-speed
- Brakes: Tektro HD-J265 Kids, 2 pistons (160 mm)
- Impellers: Alexrims C1000 DISC/Shimano TX-506 24 inch aluminium
- Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron 2.25 inch, Performance, Addix
- Seat post: Canyon SP2019 (rigid)
- Handlebars: Canyon HB0073 Aluminium, 640 mm
- Stem: Canyon ST0039, 45 mm
- Colour: Fabio Wibmer Replica
- Size: 3XS
- Price: 599 Euro
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
