Canyon Grail CF SL 8

The "Grail CF SL 8" from Canyon is a versatile gravel bike designed for demanding riders and is available at a price of EUR 2999. The frame of the bike is made of high-quality carbon, which contributes to a low total weight of just 8.74 kg. The frame of the model is the Canyon Grail CF SL, which impresses with its stability and lightness.

Braking performance is provided by the Shimano RX820 Gravel system, which is equipped with a maximum brake disc size of 160 mm. The front brake disc is a Shimano Deore XT MT800, which ensures reliable and precise braking. The bike's gearing is based on the Shimano GRX RX822 12-speed system, which is controlled by the Shimano RX820 Gravel shifter. The front derailleur is a Canyon EP1839-01 blind plate, and the bottom bracket is a Token Ninja Lite BB4124.

The fork of the Grail CF SL 8 is the Canyon FK0117 CF Disc, which is also made of carbon and provides additional damping and control. The bike has a Canyon Cockpit CP0045 handlebar with Canyon Ergospeed Gel handlebar tape, which ensures comfort on long rides. The tyres are Schwalbe G-One R with a width of 40 mm, which are mounted on a DT Swiss G1800 Spline wheelset. The wheel size is 28"/622 mm.

The bike's saddle is a Vento Argo X5, which is mounted on a Canyon SP0072 seatpost with a length of 335 mm. The bike is supplied without pedals so that the rider can fit their favourite pedals. Additional equipment includes a Canyon Organza Bag, a Quick Start Guide and a Canyon Starter Box.

The geometry of the bike is well thought out: The reach is 405 mm, the stack is 625 mm, the seat tube length is 420 mm and the top tube length is 533 mm. The seat tube angle is 73 degrees, while the head tube length is 123 mm. There are also 15 mm spacers and a standover height of 745 mm. The crank length is 170 mm and the wheelbase is specified as 1 mm.

The Canyon Grail CF SL 8 offers a balanced mix of performance, comfort and versatility, ideal for riders who want to ride both on tarmac and off-road.