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Canyon Launches New Lightweight E-MTB - the Spectral:ONfly

The Spectral:ONfly is a light and nimble E-MTB for aggressive trail riding.

12th September 2024: Today, Canyon proudly introduces its new Spectral:ONfly - a lightweight e-MTB that delivers remarkably playful and capable handling for aggressive trail riding. Four models, ranging in price from € 5,999 to € 9,999 are now available in all markets outside of the United States. U.S. consumers will have their choice of two models (the CF8 and CF CLLCTV), beginning the first week of October. 

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Canyon designed the Spectral:ONfly with one goal in mind: Create a bike that blends the poppy, nimble, and confident handling of the best trail bikes with the extra boost and speed of an e-bike. The result is a 150mm travel all-rounder that sports a 2.65kg (5.8lb) carbon-fiber e-MTB chassis capable of enduro-level riding. With complete e-MTB bikes weighing as little as 18.1kg (40lb), the Spectral:ONfly is lightweight, yes, but it’s no flimsy pushover.

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In true Canyon style, the Spectral:ONfly is loaded with innovative features that take performance and reliability up a notch. The integrated Keep It Stable (K.I.S.) steering stabiliser elevates rider control and confidence in loose, choppy terrain. Canyon’s durable double-sealed pivot points and trail tough frame protection keep the bike running smooth and silently ride after ride.

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Each model is ready to rip right out of the box with bang-on specs and no pricey modifications required. Highlights include big hitting forks with 36 or 38mm stanchions, powerful disc brakes with 200mm rotors (front and rear), light-yet-strong wheelsets, long-travel (up to 230mm) dropper posts, and more.

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But the real stand-out feature of this bike is the near-hidden motor. The Spectral:ONfly doubles your pedalling power (at peak assist) with the smooth, silent performance of TQ’s HPR50 drive system. Building a lean, sophisticated e-MTB called for an equally lean and innovative motor and power supply. TQ’s tiny-yet-mighty motor and 360Wh battery proved the perfect choice.

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Riders seeking to boost the bike’s already impressive range can quickly and easily mount TQ’s 160Wh range extender battery - increasing their kilometers-per-charge by up to 44%. Coming with three support modes, plus a walk-assist function, riders can call on 50Nm of torque to winch up climbs, proving plenty of juice for support, but not so much that you’re barely needing to push.

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Spectral:ONfly Model Line Up

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Spectral:ONfly CF LTD | € 8,999: This is the ultimate no-holds-barred, lightweight trail e-MTB. The LTD model is decked out with a no-compromises build kit that includes Fox 36/Float X Factory suspension, SRAM XX Eagle Transmission wireless drivetrain, SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth stoppers, and Reynolds Black Label Expert carbon wheelset.

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Spectral:ONfly CF CLLCTV | € 7,299 / $ 7,499: If you’re looking for a bike that loves to be pushed hard, you’ve found it. Our most aggressive version of the Spectral:ONfly sports a Fox 38/Float X Performance Elite fork and rear shock, SRAM GX Eagle Transmission wireless drivetrain, SRAM Code Silver Stealth brakes, and DT Swiss HX1700 LS wheelset.

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Spectral:ONfly CF 9 | € 6,299: Smart specs and benchmark trail performance, the Spectral:ON Fly CF 9 takes ride-ready reliability to the next level. Highlights here include a Fox 36/DPS Performance fork and rear shock, Shimano XT drivetrain and brakes, and DT Swiss H1900 LS hoops.

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Spectral:ONfly CF 8 | € 5,599 / $ 5,999: There’s no better value on the market today. The CF 8 features an affordable ‘ready for anything’ package that includes RockShox Lyrik/Deluxe Select+ suspension combo, Shimano Deore drivetrain, SRAM Code R brakes, and Sun-Ringle Trail Expert wheelset.

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All Spectral:ONfly models are available exclusively from Thursday 12th September through Canyon.com or through the Canyon App where you can also find bike service information, compatible spare parts, exploded drawings and a newly released suspension set-up tool showing the range of pressure, sag, rebound and compression values you might want based on your weight and your riding preference.

About Canyon

Canyon is one of the most innovative bike brands in the world. The concept began in founder Roman Arnold’s garage and grew to be the world’s largest direct-to-customer manufacturer of road bikes, mountain bikes, triathlon bikes, gravel bikes, hybrid bikes, and electric bikes.

Canyon have earned their glowing reputation for innovation through consistently using advanced materials, thinking, and technology. The iconic Canyon design is easy to identify. Alongside being boldly competitive and ever-expanding, they are committed to making the global cycling community accessible for every rider.

While Canyon partners with some of the finest athletes on the planet, their mission, ‘Inspire to Ride’, highlights how they work to promote the power of cycling to everyone.

Canyon products are exclusively available online at www.canyon.com.


View key specs, compare e-bikes, and rate the new Canyon Spectral:ONfly in the Vital MTB Product Guide.

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