It was only a year ago that Canyon presented its revised E-MTB family to us. Even back then, the three On models covered a wide range of applications. Included: the Grand Canyon:On hardtail, the Neuron:On touring fully and the Spectral:On trail bike. However, the fact that the bikes were only equipped with the outdated Shimano E800 motor spoilt the buying mood of many an e-biker.
In this respect, the Koblenz-based company has made improvements for 2021. From now on, all models will rely on Shimano EP8 motor support and larger 630 watt-hour batteries. Everything else remains the same. But that's not all! The product managers have also added a fully-fledged E-freerider with 180 millimetres of travel, extreme geometry and 27.5-inch wheels: the Torque:On >> to the news article.
Grand Canyon:On
An affordable entry into the electrified mountain bike world - this is also the motto of the 2021 mail-order hardtail. Canyon lays the foundation with a stylish aluminium frame with an integrated 630 watt-hour battery and 120 millimetres of travel. Unfortunately, the short frame design only allows for a 504 watt-hour battery in the down tube for frame sizes XS and S. The entry-level model Grand Canyon:On 7 is even only available with 504 watt hours. In terms of wheel size, all models are 29-inch.
The facts about the Grand Canyon:On
- Motor: Shimano EP8
- Integrated battery with 630 watt hours, XS and S with 504 watt hours
- Frame material: Aluminium
- Three models from 2899 euros to 3599 euros
- Two entry-level models also available as women-specific WMN versions
- Frame size XS-S: 27.5-inch wheels / frame size M-XL: 29-inch wheels
- USB-C charging socket for smartphone or sat nav
Models and prices of the Grand Canyon:On
The Grand Canyon:On is available in three equipment variants and also in two special versions for women. The Grand Canyon:On 7 and Grand Canyon:On WMN 7 start at 2899 euros. Both entry-level models are equipped with ten-speed Shimano Deore gears and SR Suntour steel suspension forks.
Above that, Canyon has placed the Grand Canyon 8 and Grand Canyon WMN 8 models. For € 3299, you can also get the Rockshox Judy on the 2021 models. The Shimano Deore once again takes care of the gear changes - but this time with 12 gears.
However, if you want to take your E-MTB into serious terrain, you should opt for the Grand Canyon:On 9. The Fox 34 Float Rythm, a telescopic seatpost and Shimano's 12-speed Deore (with XT rear derailleur) noticeably increase the bike's off-road capabilities. Cost point: 3599 euros.
You save two hundred euros on the two more expensive models in size XS or S, but then you only have 504 watt hours of battery capacity at your disposal. Sober balance: The price-performance ratio lags behind last year's models in all equipment variants. For example, the top model was available for 3299 euros with higher quality components (Shimano SLX/XT).
The geometry of the Grand Canyon:On 2021
Canyon Neuron:On 2021
130-millimetre suspension travel and 29-inch wheels: the sporty Touring Fully Neuron:On will remain an integral part of the online giant's model range in 2021. The only change: Canyon is now also relying on a battery with 630 watt hours and the Shimano EP8 motor. Otherwise, the bike remains unchanged.
We're currently riding the € 4599 Canyon Neuron:On 9 on trails and tours. In the first 2021 issue, the bike has to compete with nine other touring eMTBs in the big practical and lab test. EMTB 1/2021 will be on newsstands from 14 February.
The facts about the Canyon Neuron:On
- 130 mm suspension travel
- Aluminium frame
- Frame size XS-S: 27.5-inch wheels / frame size M-XL: 29-inch wheels
- Shimano EP8 motor
- Integrated Shimano battery with 630 watt hours (sizes M to XL) or 504 watt hours (sizes XS and S)
- 5 models from 3699 euros to 5499 euros (three unisex and two women's models)
Models and prices of the Canyon Neuron:On 2021
The geometry of the Canyon Neuron:ON
When it comes to geometry, Canyon is also going its own way in 2021. Contrary to the trend of many manufacturers to upgrade 130-millimetre full-suspension bikes to downhill bolides, Canyon continues to rely on a sporty geometry for its E-Trailbike.
The head angle is rather steep at 67.5 degrees. The reach of 455 millimetres in size L is a good average. The moderately short chainstays (440 millimetres) should give the bike good climbing ability. Canyon offers the Neuron:On in five different frame sizes from XS to XL to cater for customers of all sizes.
Canyon Spectral:On 2021
Light, fun and agile: that's how the 2020-Spectral:On in fond memory. But in the new year, the e-trail bike is set to score points with more range and motor power in addition to its outstanding riding characteristics. The Spectral now comes with a 630 watt-hour battery and the latest Shimano EP8 motor.
However, the Spectral:On has by no means lost its playful talent and top off-road capability. The carbon frame with extremely short chainstays remains. In addition, the bike still rolls on an MX wheel mix with a 29er front wheel and 27.5-inch rear wheel. The rear triangle continues to squeeze 150 millimetres of travel out of the shock and a suspension fork with 150 millimetres of travel also works under the head tube.
The facts about the Canyon Spectral:On
- 150 mm suspension travel
- 29-inch wheels at the front / 27.5-inch wheels at the rear (MX wheel mix)
- Frame size S-XL
- Carbon main frame, aluminium rear triangle
- Weight: 22.47 kg (size L, Spectral:On 8)
- Motor: Shimano EP8
- Integrated Shimano battery with 630 watt hours on all models
- 6 models from 4599 euros to 7599 euros (incl. two WMN models)
- Frame size: S to XL
Models and prices of the Canyon Spectral:On
The geometry of the Canyon Spectral:On
With the almost unchanged frame, the geometry also remains the same. At 435 millimetres, the chainstays are remarkably short, especially for the e-bike segment. This speaks in favour of the very playful riding characteristics. The steering angle is pleasantly slack at 66.5 degrees. At 465 millimetres for size L, the reach is moderately average. The Spectral:On is available in all equipment variants in sizes S-XL. For the women's model, however, the Koblenz-based company has limited itself to sizes S and M.
Max Fuchs
Editor
