Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,999$
Weight | 12.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 34
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Groupset XX1 Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Spectral CF
Suspension Fork
Fox Factory 34 Float, 150 mm spring travel, Kashima Coating, Air suspension, Tapered steerer, 15QR quick-release axle, Connectible lockout
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Factory EVOL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12s, X-Horizon derailleur, X-Actuation, X-Sync, Roller Bearing Clutch, Cage Lock, Long carbon cage, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 Eagle Trigger, 12s, Carbon fibre, 12-speed, X-Actuation
Cassette
SRAM XG-1299 Eagle, 12s, XD™ driver body, 500% range, Gradation: 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32-36-42-50
Crank
SRAM XX1 EAGLE Carbon, 12s, Carbon cranks, X-SYNC™ tooth profile for maximum chain control, Direct mount chainring, 24 mm axle
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Pedals
none included
Wheels
Rims
Enve M60, Tubeless Optimized, Carbon Rim, Rim: 26mm
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.6 | Maxxis Rekon+, 2.6, Maxxis Minion DHF 2.6, 3C MaxxTerra, Tubeless Ready, EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide Ultimate, Disc diameter (FW/RW): 200/180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Renthal Apex, Angle: + / - 6°, 1 1/8” clamp, Stack: 40 mm, Handlebar clamp: 35 mm
Handlebar
Renthal Fat Bar Lite Carbon, Width: 760 mm
Grips
Ergon GD1
Headset
Canyon | Acros
Seat
Saddle
Ergon SME3 Pro Carbon, Lightweight, flex optimised carbon shell, Low friction coating, Carbon Rails, Weight: 185 g
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth B1, Dropper post with infinite height adjustment, Internally routed hose for clean look, 150 mm of adjustment, Framesize XS and S: 125 mm of adjustment, Diameter: 30.9 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 328 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 712 mm | 743 mm | 775 mm | 806 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 106 mm | 106 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 579 mm | 596 mm | 625 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 431 mm | 451 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 570 mm | 596 mm | 624 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 425 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 92 mm | 116 mm | 147 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132 mm | 1163 mm | 1195 mm | 1226 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 22 mm | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Standover Height | 733 mm | 754 mm | 774 mm | 788 mm |
| Front Travel | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Spectral CF 9.0 LTD is a Canyon Spectral model. There are 97 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Canyon Spectral WMN AL 6.0 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2399$. On the other hand, Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD 2018, is the most expensive and costs 6999$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Spectral CF 9.0 LTD price is 153.4% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 12.5 kg (27.56 lbs), Canyon bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 3.84% more than Spectral CF 9.0 LTD.
Spectral CF 9.0 LTD components
Fork
Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD 2018 bike is equipped with the Fox Factory Float 34 fork, and has 150mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float DPS Factory EVOL, with a travel distance of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Spectral CF 9.0 LTD bike is equipped with the 27.5″ carbon model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD includes a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.