Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 AXS

The Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 AXS is an ultra-modern gravel bike in the upper mid-range segment with a price tag of EUR 5299. The frame of the bike is made of high-quality carbon and bears the name Canyon Grail CF SLX. With a weight of just 8.14 kg, this model is one of the lighter gravel bikes on the market.

The brake levers are of the SRAM Force AXS HRD D2 type, which in combination with the 160 mm front brake discs, also from SRAM Paceline, ensure optimum braking performance. The drivetrain is a SRAM Force XPLR AXS with 12 gears, which is controlled by the SRAM Force AXS HRD D2 shifter. There is no front derailleur, instead a Canyon EP1839-01 blind plate is installed.

The bike's fork is the Canyon FK0117 CF Disc, which is also made of carbon and provides excellent damping. The equipment includes a Reflector Set as a front light, while pedals are not included. The bottom bracket is a SRAM Pressfit DUB Wide, and the crankset comes from SRAM Force.

The handlebar is the Canyon Cockpit CP0039, which is equipped with Canyon Ergospeed Gel handlebar tape to increase comfort on long rides. The tyres are Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC, mounted on a Zipp 303 Firecrest wheelset with a size of 28"/622mm. The saddle is a Vento Argo X3 mounted on a Canyon SP0072 seatpost with a length of 335 mm.

Additional features include a Canyon Organza Bag, Canyon Instruction SRAM eTap AXS, a Quick Start Guide and a Canyon Starter Box. The battery for the electronic drivetrain is a SRAM Powerpack.

The geometry of the frame offers a reach of 405 mm and a stack of 625 mm. The seat tube length is 420 mm, while the top tube length is 533 mm. The seat tube angle is 73 degrees and the head tube length is 123 mm. Spacers with a height of 15 mm are also available. The standover height is 745 mm and the crank length is 165 mm. A wheelbase of 1 mm rounds off the technical data of the Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 AXS.

Overall, the Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 AXS offers first-class equipment and high-quality components that make it an ideal companion for demanding gravel tours.