Eurobike 2026 Highlights Preview: Avinox, Canyon, Shimano & Co. – The Future of Cycling

Canyon is going places

Canyon, the Koblenz-based online retailer, is already causing a stir with a range of highlights. Whilst most of the products are not yet ready for mass production, this makes them all the more exciting from a technical point of view.

1. Lux Era, 32 inches

For mountain bikers, the 32-inch Lux Era race bike is certainly a highlight. This cross-country full-suspension bike not only features 32-inch wheels, but has also been aerodynamically optimised and comes with a special cockpit that allows for multiple grip positions – with a focus on aerodynamics, of course.

2. Roadlite:On with V2X

Canyon has been working since 2023 on a V2X interface for bicycles, designed to enable communication with vehicles and infrastructure even without a direct line of sight. At Eurobike 2026, the company is showcasing the Roadlite:ON CF, a near-production version of this technology developed in collaboration with Volkswagen. The urban e-bike is designed to warn riders of other road users via visual or haptic signals; test rides will be available for the first time at the trade fair.

3. Predict Road Bike

With the Predict, Canyon is introducing a concept that brings safety technology from the automotive industry to cycling, without compromising the riding experience of a high-end road bike. The system is designed to address the lack of safety improvements for cyclists, as death and injury figures continue to rise in many countries, leaving many people feeling unsafe.

Technically, the Predict Bike utilises multimodal 360° sensor technology comprising a camera, radar and a multidimensional motion sensor in the DT Swiss wheel hub. The AI-based on-device processing analyses the surroundings and ride data in real time, detects hazards, reduces blind spots and operates in a privacy-friendly manner even without an internet connection.

A display in the handlebars and an optional AR helmet are designed to provide early warnings about traffic, group dynamics and challenging terrain – including predictive risk assessment and potential interventions such as automatically lowering the seat post. Whether the technology will make the leap from concept to a production-ready system suitable for everyday use remains to be seen, however.

4. Stingr Smart Helmet

To complement this, Canyon is unveiling a connected helmet featuring an integrated display, voice control and audio output. It is designed not only to provide protection, but also to act as an interface for the smart safety system.

According to Canyon, the helmet can also process data from other compatible systems, such as power or heart rate sensors. The manufacturer is therefore positioning it both as a training tool and as part of a comprehensive safety ecosystem for cyclists.

Amflow steps it up a notch

The Amflow TL Carbon expands the Chinese brand’s range into the SUV and everyday use segments. It combines mountain bike characteristics with the everyday practicality of a trekking e-bike and the carrying capacity of a cargo bike.

Despite a low total weight of 22.6 kilograms (manufacturer’s specification, excluding accessories), the bike is designed to carry heavy loads: The maximum total payload is 200 kilograms; the front luggage rack can carry up to 20 kilograms and the rear luggage rack up to 27 kilograms. That’s the benchmark! However, the bike will not be available directly on the German market and prices have yet to be announced.

Shimano revamps Deore and XT

Following the surge in popularity of electronic MTB gear systems, components giant Shimano is also updating the mechanical derailleurs in its popular Deore and XT groupsets. Both rear derailleurs have been completely redesigned and, thanks to a flatter design, are said to be significantly more robust. In addition, chain tension has been significantly increased and gear changes are said to be more precise.

What’s more, Shimano has finally brought out thicker brake discs, 2.2 mm thick, for greater stability of the disc brakes. And the XT Trail pedals for the SPD clip-in system have also been completely revamped.

Raymon opts for Avinox and a replaceable battery

With the Durok, Raymon is launching an e-mountain bike featuring a combination that is currently quite rare: an Avinox drive system and a removable 800 Wh battery. The battery is also used in the Amflow PR; models fitted with this battery are still relatively uncommon.

The range starts with the Comp, priced at 3,999 euros, and the more affordable Avinox M2, which delivers up to 125 Newton metres of torque. The higher-end Pro and Ultra models are based on the more powerful M2S with full drive power and differ primarily in terms of their suspension and gearbox. Exact specification details and prices are yet to be announced.

3x3 Six: New in-hub gear system for affordable city bikes

With the 3x3 Six, gear manufacturer H & B Hightech is expanding its range to include a more affordable option. The 3x3 Nine, as the top-of-the-range model, offers nine gears and a gear ratio range of over 500 per cent. The Six 6-speed hub gear is now aimed more at city and everyday cyclists.

With a gear range of under 300 per cent, it should still offer plenty of gears for e-bikes in urban use, whilst being significantly more affordable. Admittedly, competition from Shimano’s Nexus 5-speed and Enviolo’s continuously variable hub is fierce. The 3x3 requires no maintenance and, according to the manufacturer, boasts particularly high efficiency – a problem typically associated with conventional hub gears, and the Enviolo in particular.