Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,275$
Weight | 11.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 110mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 34
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
174cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 193cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Lux CF SL, Material: Carbon, Travel: 100 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 148 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Stepcast Performance Elite, Travel: 110 mm, Technology: FIT4, Axle Dimension: 15 x 110 mm, Remote: Remote Lever
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT DPS Performance Elite Remote, Length: 210 x 55 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100 SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100 12s
Cassette
Shimano XTR M9100 10-51 12s
Crank
Race Face Next SL G5 Carbon 34T 34
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Pressfit Cinch
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss XRC 1250 SH12, Rim Material: Carbon, Inner Width: 25 mm, Freewheel: Ratchet
Tires
MAXXIS Ikon 2.2'', Casing: Exo, Compound: 3C Triple, Technology: Tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT M8000
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT81, Disc Mount: Centerlock
Cockpit
Stem
Canyon V14
Handlebar
Canyon H20 Carbon Flatbar, Material: Carbon, Rise : 5 mm
Grips
Ergon GA20
Seat
Saddle
Ergon SM Team
Seatpost
Kind Shock Lev SI
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 336 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 674 mm | 696 mm | 722 mm | 750 mm |
| Rake | 54 mm | 52 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 85 mm | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 586 mm | 600 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 401 mm | 421 mm | 441 mm | 461 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 591 mm | 615 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 425 mm | 465 mm | 505 mm | 545 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1098 mm | 1120 mm | 1145 mm | 1174 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 34 mm | 34 mm | 38 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 782 mm | 785 mm | 792 mm | 807 mm |
| Front Travel | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Rear Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Max Height | 176 cm | 184 cm | 193 cm | cm |
About this model
Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team completes the Canyon Lux model. Canyon released 57 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Canyon Lux bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Canyon Lux CF SL 6.0 Pro Race 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2999$. Canyon Lux CF SLX 9.0 Race Team 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 7500$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team price was 4883$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 156.33% more expensive.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably lighter than average, Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team has a weight of 11.1 kg (24.47 lbs). In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 11.71% more than Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team.
Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team components
Fork
Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team 2019 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Elite Float 34 fork, and has 110mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team bike has the FOX FLOAT DPS Performance Elite Remote model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team are the 29″ carbon type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Race Team has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
The Canyon model is also equipped with 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.