Unsurprisingly, the freshly revised Canyon Neuron scores the most points in the componentry category. The Koblenz-based company relies on carbon fibre for the chassis and wheels. The suspension comes from Fox's premium Factory series. The 2023 Neuron CF 9 also specifies an electronic drivetrain.
This is how well equipped the Canyon Neuron - together with the Norco - Although the most expensive bike in this trail bike comparison, it is also the most up-to-date and the only one with electronic shifting. In practice, the Neuron shines in this configuration with an extremely balanced character. As is typical for Canyon, the rear suspension remains remarkably composed even when pedalling, but still responds well and generates a lot of traction.
Canyon Neuron: relaxed on the climbs, safe on the descents
The combination of a high front end, moderate reach and steep seat angle places the rider comfortably on the bike. Not too long, but not too short either - this makes long days in the saddle easier. Lightweight wheels, Schwalbe tyres with a fast Speedgrip rubber compound and a reasonable total weight of 12.9 kilos increase the range and provide riding fun on undulating trails - just as a trail bike should.
With the small 30 mm chainring, you can climb long climbs with ease. Despite its moderate geometry, the Neuron with its high front end and harmonious suspension still provides sufficient riding confidence on downhill sections. On the one hand, direction changes are precise with the 66-degree steering angle. At the same time, the long chainstays give the bike a pleasantly smooth ride.
The only point of criticism: although the Schwalbe tyres impress with their rolling characteristics, we would have liked a little more grip and better puncture protection for more demanding terrain.
Conclusion Test Canyon Neuron CF 9 (2023):
The Canyon Neuron with 140 millimetres of travel received a subtle geometry update in 2023. Nevertheless, the new Neuron sticks to its old values. Free of extremes, it climbs confidently, descends solidly and offers the best overall package. - Florentin Vesenbeckh, test editor
Technical data and notes Canyon Neuron CF 9
Manufacturer information
- Price: 4999 Euro¹
- Available from the sender
- Frame material: Carbon
- Frame size: XS, S, M,L, XL(tested size L, 46 cm)
Measured values
- Weight without pedals: 12.93 kg
- Frame weight without shock:: 2675 g
- Weight of wheels: 4513 g
- Handlebar width: 760 mm
Equipment
- Fork: Fox 34 Float Factory Fit4 3Pos Adj
- Shock: Fox Float DPS Factory
- Front / rear suspension travel: 142/139 mm
- Crank: Sram GX Eagle Carbon
- Gear system: Sram GX Eagle AXS 1 x 12
- Gear ratio / bandwidth: 30; 10-52 / 520 %
- Brake system / disc (front / rear): Sram Code RSC / 180 mm /180 mm
- Telescopic post / stroke / Ø: Canyon G5 dropper post / 150 mm / 30.9 mm
- Wheels: DT Swiss XMC 1501
- Tyres: Schwalbe Nobby Nic / Wicked Will Evo Addix Speedgrip SuperGround TLE 29 x 2.40
- Ease of maintenance: medium
BIKE test rating²: super - 206.5 out of 250 points
¹Price may be subject to additional costs for packaging, dispatch and coordination.
²The BIKE judgement reflects the laboratory measurements (BIKE laboratory measurement) and the subjective impression of the test riders.
The BIKE judgement is independent of price. BIKE judgements: super (250-205 P.), very good (204.75-180 P.), good (179.75-155 P.), satisfactory (154.75-130 P.), with weaknesses (129.75-105 P.), unsatisfactory (104.75-0 P.).
Max Fuchs
Editor
