Canyon Grail CF SL 8.0 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 650b / 700c
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Groupset GRX 800
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
165cm - 173cm
SM
171cm - 179cm
MD
177cm - 185cm
LG
183cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 197cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Grail CF SL Disc, Material: Carbon, Axle Dimension: 12 x 142 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount, Weight: 1040 g (M)
Suspension Fork
Canyon FK0070 CF Disc, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 12 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810 GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX RX810 2s | Shimano GRX RX810 11s
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra HG800 11-34 11s
Crank
Shimano RX810 48/31
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Pressfit BB72
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss G1800 Spline db | DT Swiss G1800 Spline db SH11
Tires
Schwalbe G-One Bite 40 mm, Technology: Tubeless Easy
Brakes
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX RX810 2s | Shimano GRX RX810 11s
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT800, Disc Mount: Centerlock
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Aliante R5
Seatpost
Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Front Center | 580 mm | 582 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm | 626 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm | 531 mm | 555 mm | 577 mm | 588 mm | 612 mm | 623 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 462 mm | 492 mm | 522 mm | 552 mm | 582 mm | 612 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.3 ° | 71.3 ° | 71 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 70 mm | 88 mm | 78 mm | 97 mm | 125 mm | 146 mm | 167 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm | 988 mm | 1018 mm | 1027 mm | 1038 mm | 1061 mm | 1071 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 751 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm | 831 mm | 858 mm | 886 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm | 191 cm | 197 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Grail CF SL 8.0 is part of the Canyon Grail model. There are 90 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Canyon Grail bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Canyon Grail 6 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1549$. Canyon Grail CF SLX 8.0 ETAP 2020 on the other hand costs 5499$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, even though the average price of a Gravel bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Grail CF SL 8.0 price is 29.94% more expensive than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Gravel bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 8.68 kg (19.14 lbs), Canyon bike is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 6.77% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
The Grail CF SL 8.0 2020 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
