Canyon Spectral 125 CF 7 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 140mm
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Travel Rear 125mm
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Fork RockShox Pike Select
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Groupset GX Eagle, X1
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
MD
172cm - 185cm
LG
180cm - 194cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Spectral 125 CF, Lightweight, capable, agile short-travel MTB designed to extract maximum capability from its 125 mm rear travel. Category 4., Material: Carbon (CF)
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Select, Travel: 140 mm, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8" - 1,5", Weight: 2.34 kg
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, Cage length: long, Weight: 300 g
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed (10-52), Number of sprockets: 12
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle, Number of chainrings: 1
Bottom Bracket
SRAM BSA DUB, Bottom bracket standard: BSA 73, Weight: 87 g
Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle Chain 12s
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss M1900, Axle dimension: 15x110 mm, Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt | DT Swiss M1900, Axle dimension: 12x148 mm, Rotor mount: IS 6-bolt, Weight: 1.07 kg
Tires
MAXXIS DISSECTOR, The Dissector tire offers outstanding traction and control. | Maxxis Minion DHR II, Wheelsize: 29", Weight: 955 g
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RS
Cockpit
Stem
Canyon G5, Modern design, extreme durability: Canyon G5 components were developed by our pros on the world's toughest trails., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/8", Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm
Handlebar
Canyon G5, G5 stands for gravity riding, and category 5. This aluminium bar has superb ergonomics and durability., Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm, Width: 780 mm, Rise: 30 mm
Grips
Ergon GE10 Evo Slim
Seat
Saddle
Ergon SM10 Enduro, Developed on the Enduro World Series, the SM10 gives you max freedom of movement in technical terrain., On certain models, this saddle may be substituted for an alternate, equivalent Selle San Marco model., Potentially affected models include:, Spectral 6 27 (Model #3184), Spectral 6 29 (Model #3185)
Seatpost
Canyon G5, Clamp diameter: 30,9 mm, Material: Aluminium (AL)
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 765 mm | 795 mm | 824 mm | 853 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 125 mm | 124 mm | 125 mm | 137 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 455 mm | 481 mm | 506 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 610 mm | 637 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1195 mm | 1225 mm | 1254 mm | 1283 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 753 mm | 757 mm | 762 mm | 763 mm |
| Front Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Rear Travel | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Max Height | 177 cm | 185 cm | 194 cm | cm |
About this model
Spectral 125 CF 7 belongs to the Canyon Spectral 125 model. Canyon launched 12 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Canyon Spectral 125 bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Canyon Spectral 125 AL 5 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2799$. Canyon Spectral 125 CF LTD 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 7962$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3699$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 33.92% higher.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs), the Spectral 125 CF 7 model is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 7.09% lower than this one.
Spectral 125 CF 7 components
Fork
The RockShox Pike Select is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth 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 RockShox Deluxe Select+, with a travel distance of 125mm. 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 short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on Spectral 125 CF 7 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Spectral 125 CF 7 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Spectral 125 CF 7. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
