Canyon Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 8.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival 1 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
166cm - 173cm
SM
171cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 185cm
LG
183cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 197cm
XXL
195cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Inflite AL SLX Disc, Material: Aluminium 6061, Axle Dimension: 12 x 142 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount
Suspension Fork
Canyon F21 CF Disc, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4'' - 1 1/2'', Axle Dimension: 9 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival 1 GS
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival 1 HRD 1s | SRAM Rival 1 HRD 11s
Cassette
SRAM PG-1130 11-36 11s
Crank
Quarq Prime Aluminium 40T 40
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Pressfit GXP
Chain
SRAM PC 1110 11s
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss CR 1600 Spline db, Rim Material: Aluminium, Rim Height: 23 mm, Inner Width: 22 mm, Weight: 791 g | DT Swiss CR 1600 Spline db SH11, Rim Material: Aluminium, Rim Height: 23 mm, Inner Width: 22 mm, Weight: 937 g
Tires
Schwalbe X-One Allround 33 mm, Technology: Tubeless Easy
Brakes
Brake Levers
SRAM Rival 1 HRD 1s | SRAM Rival 1 HRD 11s
Disk Rotors
RT SRAM Centerline 160 6h
Cockpit
Stem
Canyon V13
Handlebar
Canyon H17 Ergobar AL, Material: Aluminium, Shape: Ergo, Reach: 70 mm, Drop: 130 mm
Headset
Acros Ai-70F
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X1
Seatpost
Canyon S23 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 20 mm, Technology: VCLS, Weight: 230 g
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 269 mm | 271 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 593 mm | 599 mm | 610 mm | 629 mm | 644 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 47 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 63 mm | 64 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 556 mm | 569 mm | 582 mm | 597 mm | 616 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 384 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 409 mm | 417 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 551 mm | 560 mm | 570 mm | 589 mm | 603 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 475 mm | 515 mm | 545 mm | 570 mm | 590 mm | 620 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.2 ° | 71.7 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 116 mm | 131 mm | 146 mm | 161 mm | 181 mm | 201 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1008 mm | 1014 mm | 1021 mm | 1032 mm | 1051 mm | 1066 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 166 cm | 171 cm | 174 cm | 183 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 173 cm | 176 cm | 185 cm | 191 cm | 197 cm | 194 cm |
Model Overview
Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race is part of the Canyon Inflite model. Canyon launched 48 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Canyon Inflite bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Canyon Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1799$. On the other hand, Canyon Inflite CF SLX 9.0 Pro Race 2018, is the most expensive and costs 4199$.
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 Cyclocross bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Cyclocross bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2012$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cyclocross bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 1799$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race price is 11.84% lower than the average cost of a Cyclocross bike.
Cyclocross bikes average weight
Cyclocross bikes weigh an average of 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs), the Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 0.11% heavier than the average Cyclocross bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race has a carbon fork, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
The wheels on Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Canyon Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Canyon Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race bike has 6 sizes, in the range of 166 cm – 194 cm (5.45 ft – 6.36 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.