Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,399$
Weight | 13.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Spectral AL
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC, Charger Damper - Sensitive spring behaviour downhill and no loss of energy uphill, Solo Air - Perfectly balanced ratio between both air chambers, Maxle Lite 15 mm - Maximum stiffness and control of the front at minimum weight, Rapid Recovery, Spring travel: 150 mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle Trigger, 12s
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12s
Crank
Truvativ Descendant 6K Eagle 30Z
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Pedals
none included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss M 1900 Spline
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.6 | Maxxis Rekon+, 2.6, Maxxis Minion DHF 2.6, 3C MaxxTerra, Tubeless Ready, EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R, 4 Piston calliper, Tool-free lever reach adjustment, Centerline Rotors, Rotor Diameter: FW 200mm / RW 180 mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, RISE: + or - 6° (reversible), BAR DIAMETER: 35 mm, STACK HEIGHT: 40 mm, 7050 aluminium
Handlebar
Race Face Ride, Made of cold-drawn, seamless 6061 aluminium, Developed for optimum stiffness to weight ratio, Broad design and newly designed shape for greater control and increased stiffness, Width: 780 mm, Rise: 10mm (XS), 20mm (S,M)
Grips
Canyon G5
Headset
Canyon | Acros
Seat
Saddle
SDG FLY MTN
Seatpost
Kind Shock LEV SI
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 331 mm | 331 mm | 336 mm | 336 mm | 336 mm |
| Front Center | 704 mm | 723 mm | 754 mm | 786 mm | 817 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Stack | 593 mm | 593 mm | 610 mm | 639 mm | 660 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 417 mm | 438 mm | 458 mm | 480 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 582 mm | 608 mm | 636 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 385 mm | 425 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 88 mm | 88 mm | 112 mm | 143 mm | 166 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1135 mm | 1154 mm | 1185 mm | 1217 mm | 1248 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 24 mm | 24 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm |
| Front Travel | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Spectral AL 6.0 is a Canyon Spectral model. 97 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Canyon Spectral bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Canyon Spectral WMN AL 6.0 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2399$. Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 LTD 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 6999$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 price was 2399$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 15.13% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs), the Spectral AL 6.0 model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 4.01% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Spectral AL 6.0 components
Fork
The Spectral AL 6.0 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Pike RC fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Deluxe RT model, with a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The Spectral AL 6.0 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Spectral AL 6.0 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.