Canyon Spectral 29 LTD 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,225$
Weight | 13.57 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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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 Spectral CF 29, Lightweight (just 2,598 grams) and strong, the full-carbon frame also features a long reach, slack head angle, and steep seat angle—geometry that makes it faster both up and down the mountain.
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Factory 29", Part of our "shred" spec, the top-of-the-line FOX 36 Factory fork gives hard-charging riders total control in all conditions. Offset: 44 mm
Rear Shock
Fox DPX2 Factory, FOX’s DPX2 Factory piggyback shock (230 x 60 mm) is smooth and consistent on the longest and roughest descents.
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR, 12-speed, High-end 12-speed shifting system.
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR, 12-speed, Rear derailleur shifter, 12-speed, Textured rubber lever pad, Multi-Release, 2-way release, I-Spec EV clamp allows 14mm lateral adjustment and 60-degrees rotation adjustment, 127 g
Cassette
Shimano XTR CS-M9101 12s 10-51
Crank
Race Face Next SL, Carbon-fiber RaceFace NEXT SL crankset with 32-tooth chainring and 170mm crankarms for plenty of pedaling clearance.
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA Cinch, Hassle-free RaceFace Cinch threaded bottom bracket.
Chain
Shimano M7100 12-speed
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss XMC1200 29", DT Swiss' carbon XMC 1200 wheelset delivers lightning-fast acceleration and great durability.
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.5", EXO casing, Tubeless Ready design | MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'', MAXXIS DHRII 2.4" rear tire provides outstanding grip and braking control.
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR 4-piston front brake, Shimano's premier 4-piston brake, 1-piece caliper for maximize rigidity, ceramic pistons, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 385 g | Shimano XTR 4-piston rear brake, Shimano's premier 4-piston brake, 1-piece caliper for maximize rigidity, ceramic pistons, reach adjust, quick pad retraction, banjo-type connection, ICE TECH brake pads, 385 g
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT86, 180mm, 180mm Shimano RT86 rotor provides a good balance of stopping power and modulation. | Shimano RT86, 203mm, A big (203mm) Shimano RT86 brake rotor delivers equally big stopping power.
Cockpit
Stem
Canyon G5 Stem 40mm, The Canyon G5 stem (40mm extension) is both incredibly strong and beautifully designed.
Handlebar
Canyon G5 Carbon Riser Bar, Our carbon-fiber G5 Riser bar offers the perfect combination of width (780mm) and rise (30mm).
Grips
Canyon G5 Lock-On, Canyon's G5 Lock-On grips are comfortable and secure.
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Terra Alpaca X5
Seatpost
OneUp Components V2, Durable dropper post. Up to 180 mm of saddle height adjustment with the push of a button. Additional tuning option: reduce the travel by 10 or 20 mm depending on your preference.
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm |
| Front Center | 758 mm | 787 mm | 816 mm | 846 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 131 mm | 131 mm | 130 mm |
| Stack | 606 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 455 mm | 480 mm | 505 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 604 mm | 631 mm | 658 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1188 mm | 1217 mm | 1246 mm | 1276 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 753 mm | 758 mm | 770 mm |
| Front Travel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Rear Travel | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Max Height | 176 cm | 184 cm | 193 cm | cm |
About this model
Spectral 29 LTD completes the Canyon Spectral model. Canyon released 97 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Canyon Spectral bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Canyon Spectral 5 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2271$. On the other hand, Canyon Spectral 29 LTD 2021, is the most expensive and costs 6688$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6688$. In conclusion, this bike price is 85.83% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 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.
Canyon Spectral 29 LTD it’s weighing 13.57 kg (29.92 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 5.16% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Canyon Spectral 29 LTD bike has the Fox DPX2 Factory model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Spectral 29 LTD model has 29″ carbon wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has 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
Canyon Spectral 29 LTD 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.