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Grail:ON CF 8
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35 mph
Grail:ON CF 8
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XXS
< 5'6"
XS
5'4" – 5'9"
SM
5'7" – 5'11"
MD
5'9" – 6'1"
LG
6'0" – 6'3"
XL
6'2" – 6'5"
XXL
6'3" +
- 5'9", size SM, Just right
Aug 2022 · Warren Rossiter
Go-anywhere electric gravel bike
Highs
Bags of power
Range
Fun to ride
Lows
Bi-plane bar is awkward for accessories and bags
Dec 2021 · Leon Poultney
An innovative carbon fibre frame, double-decker co*ckpit and the latest Bosch CX motor make this one enticing electric gravel offering.
Highs
It looks fantastic
Superb power delivery
Impressive battery life
Innovative features
Lows
Geometry awkward for some
Double-decker bars divisive
It’s heavy
Tricky to fine-tune fit
Jun 2021
Price: $5799.00 | Model Year: 2022 | A high performance gravel ebike with carbon fiber frame, fork, and iconic double decker drop bar that introduces comfort and varied body positions. Sturdy 12mm thru-axles, tapered steer tube, and powerful Shimano ICE-Tech hydraulic disc brakes. This ebike is produced in seven frame sizes, but only four were in stock at the time of this review.
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A high performance gravel ebike with carbon fiber frame, fork, and iconic double decker drop bar that introduces comfort and varied body positions. Sturdy 12mm thru-axles, tapered steer tube, and powerful Shimano ICE-Tech hydraulic disc brakes. This ebike is produced in seven frame sizes, but only four were in stock at the time of this review.
Available in multiple geographies, this ebike ships with a 4th generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor in Europe or Performance Line Speed motor in the US offering Class 3 28mph performance. Both motors are known for reliability, responsiveness, and power. Combined with the internally mounted Bosch PowerTube 500, the bike looks great and weight is positioned low and center for optimal handling.
Gravel specific Shimano GRX derailleur with one-way clutch to reduce chain bounce, a wide 11-42 tooth cassette for navigating varied terrain, and a narrow-wide chainring to reduce drops. Double bottle cage mounts are great, nice optional rear mudguard... but no front mudguard option from CANYON. Faster Bosch 4 amp standard charger included.
Direct sales only, and shipping costs $150 to $200 extra. Many sizes for the CF 8 were sold out and the upgraded eTap version had even less at the time of this review. Battery locking core and charge port are positioned low on the non-drivetrain side of the bike, tempting you to either lean the bike up or lay it down on the derailleur side... Basic Bosch Purion display is not compatible with Bosch smartphone apps and does not offer USB charging.
Nov 2020 · James Bracey
Canyon's rapid gravel racer gets a power boost
Highs
Power delivery and battery range
Weight
Spec
Lows
Tyre choice not aggressive enough
Handlebar
Oct 2020 · Joe Robinson
The Canyon Grail:On is as fun as bikes get albeit with some faults. Photos - Patrik Lundin
Highs
Fun
Great motor system
Able to take on testing terrain thanks to 50mm tyres
Lows
Frame slightly unforgiven
Heavy
Jul 2020
Hold onto your gravel tires, a new Canyon Grail:ON e-bike brings electric pedal-assist power to e-gravel and adventure riding!
Jul 2020 · By
Canyon have announced their first E-gravel bike – the Canyon Grail:ON CF. We tested the Bosch Performance Line CX motor equipped ebike for you.
Highs
Value for money
Predictable and intuitive handling
Rear end comfort
Riding position for long distances
Lows
Varying comfort depending on hand position on bars
High weight
Motor turned itself off when hitting bumps on the trail
Jul 2020 · VeloNews.com
Canyon's distinctive co*ckpit and seatpost share the stage with a powerful Bosch motor and 80-mile-range battery.
| Frame | Canyon Grail:ON CF Tire Clearance:50c Color:Discovery Blue |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0064 CF Disc |
| Saddle | Fizik Tempo Argo R3, Endurance saddle with pressure-relieving short-nose design. Shell material: nylon. Rail material: Kium hollow. |
| Seatpost | Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g Type:Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX812 GS |
|---|---|
| Crank | FSA CK-702 Gen4 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX810 11s | Shimano GRX RX810 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore XT M8000 11-42 11s |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG701 11s, High-grade chain with premium SIL-TEC treatment on roller link plate and pin link plate for increased durability and efficiency. |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX810 11s | Shimano GRX RX810 Type:Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX810 11s | Shimano GRX RX810 |
| Rims | DT Swiss HG 1800 Spline | DT Swiss HG 1800 Spline S11 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe G-One Bite TLE, 50mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano MT800, Weight: 133 g |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX |
|---|---|
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube |
| Display | Bosch Purion |
