CanyonSpeedmax CF SLX
The lower carbon grade of the sixth-generation Speedmax launched in July 2026. It shares the AeroID concept with the CFR (AeroShield closed cockpit, AeroFuel modular hydration and storage, revised more stable geometry) but uses a CF-grade frame that is roughly 120 g heavier, a standard SP102 seatpost instead of the Splitter Plate Pro, Ultegra, 105 or SRAM Force groupsets with a power meter, DT Swiss ARC 1600 wheels and fewer configuration options.
- From
- €7,999$8,499£7,599
- Builds
- 3
- Sizes
- 4
- Frame weight
- 1,484 g3.27 lb
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 7 categories
Gets you the new closed AeroShield cockpit and the AeroFuel hydration and storage system without paying for the top carbon grade. You give up some frame weight and the bottle-carrying seatpost, and the cockpit and storage modules are Canyon-specific. Every build includes a power meter and carbon wheels, which makes the mid-range builds strong value.
Scored Oct 2026
- + Aero-first design
- + Integrated hydration and storage
- + Wide fit adjustment
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 88/100
- Frame
- 74/100
- Components
- 80/100
- Hydration & storage
- 88/100
- Fit
- 82/100
- Practicality
- 60/100
- Price
- 77/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Groupset, wheels and power meter
Hydration and storage in the frame
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
From the cheapest complete-bike MSRP
Bike duel
Reviews
1 independent review of the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX.
- WrittenTested: CF SLX 8
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon (CF)
- Fork material
- Carbon (CF)
- Frame weight
- 1,484 g3.27 lb
- Fork weight
- 654 g23.1 oz
- Weight measured on
- Canyon component table (size not stated); 1,484 g on the CF SLX 8 Di2 page, 1,486 g on the CF SLX 7 Di2 and 8 AXS pages
- Max system weight
- 120 kg264.6 lb
- Frame sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colours
- Cosmic Dust, Lava Red (US CF SLX 8 Di2 listing)
- Also available as
- Speedmax CFR (same sixth-generation platform in Canyon's top carbon grade); the older Speedmax CF continues as the entry model
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Hydraulic disc
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Bottom bracket standard
- Press-fit BB86 (PF 86.5)
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle (UDH)
- Drivetrain compatibility
- Sold with Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS electronic groupsets
Hydration & storage
- Integrated hydration
- Yes
- Hydration details
- In-frame hydration plus Canyon's modular AeroFuel hydration and nutrition storage; Canyon says it is competition-legal.
- Integrated storage
- Yes
- Storage details
- Emergency repair kit stored in the frame; a tool bag is supplied.
Fit & adjustability
- Aerobar system
- Integrated AeroShield closed cockpit with size-specific armrests
- Seatpost type
- Canyon SP102 carbon seatpost; Splitter Plate Pro bottle-carrying seatpost available as an upgrade on CF SLX 8 models
- Fit notes
- Canyon's Perfect Position System uses body measurements or bike-fit data to pre-configure the bike; stack, reach and extension angle are adjustable.
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Headset bearings
- Canyon GP7439-01 headset: two ACROS 1-1/8" bearings with compression ring
- Derailleur hanger
- UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Maintenance
- TX25 screws throughout; a Canyon torque wrench is supplied.
- Proprietary parts
- AeroShield cockpit, AeroFuel storage modules
- Frame warranty
- 6 years on Canyon-manufactured parts
- Sold via
- Direct to consumer (canyon.com, Canyon app, Canyon stores)
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Speedmax CF SLX 8 Di2 | Speedmax CF SLX 8 AXS | Speedmax CF SLX 7 Di2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Price (MSRP) | €7,999$8,499£7,599 | €7,999€7,999£7,599 | €6,499$6,999£6,149 |
| Weight | 9.56 kg21.1 lb | 9.02 kg19.9 lb | 9.72 kg21.4 lb |
| Weight measured on size | M | M | M |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike |
| Notes | Prices are Canyon's 'from' prices. The US listing showed 'coming soon' in October 2026. Canyon offers the Splitter Plate Pro seatpost as an upgrade on CF SLX 8 models. | Prices are Canyon's 'from' prices. Not listed on canyon.com/en-us in October 2026. | Prices are Canyon's 'from' prices. The GB and US listings showed 'coming soon' in October 2026. |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Groupset | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7100 |
| Launched | 2021 · current generation | 2025 · current generation | 2022 · current generation |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless | — | Yes | — |
| Drivetrain | 2x | 2x | 2x |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9160 Remote TT | SRAM AXS Wireless Blips | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9160 Remote TT |
| Position | Extension-mounted | — | Extension-mounted |
| Weight | 19 g0.7 oz | — | 19 g0.7 oz |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8100 + 4iiii Precision | SRAM Force AXS E1 Power Meter | Shimano 105 R7100 + 4iiii Precision 3+ |
| Chainrings | 52/36 | 50/37 | 52/36 |
| Crank length | 165 | 165 | 165 |
| Power meter | 4iiii Precision 3+ | SRAM Force AXS E1 Power Meter | 4iiii Precision 3+ |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | 2025 · current generation | 2024 · current generation |
| Type | — | Integrated in crankset | — |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Pressfit BB72 | SRAM DUB Pressfit | Shimano Pressfit BB72 |
| Standard | PF 86.5 | PF 86.5 | PF 86.5 |
| Weight | 65 g2.3 oz | 67 g2.4 oz | 65 g2.3 oz |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | SRAM Force | Shimano 105 Di2 R7150 |
| Weight | 111 g3.9 oz | 156 g5.5 oz | 138 g4.9 oz |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano 105 Di2 |
| Weight | 260 g9.2 oz | 306 g10.8 oz | 301 g10.6 oz |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8101 | SRAM Force | Shimano 105 R7101 |
| Range | 11-30 | 10-33 | 11-34 |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano XT | SRAM Force E1 | Shimano CN-M7100 |
| Brakes | |||
| Brake levers | Shimano Dura-Ace | SRAM Red Aero (front) / Force Aero (rear) | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Brake calipers | Shimano Dura-Ace hydraulic disc | SRAM Red Aero / Force Aero | Shimano Dura-Ace hydraulic disc |
| Type | Hydraulic disc, 2-piston | Hydraulic disc, 2-piston | Hydraulic disc, 2-piston |
| Rotors | Shimano RT-CL800 | SRAM Paceline | Shimano RT-CL700 |
| Front rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Mount | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock |
| Notes | 160/140 mm on S-L, 160/160 mm on XL | 160/140 mm on S-L, 160/160 mm on XL | 160/140 mm on S-L, 160/160 mm on XL |
| Wheels & tires | |||
| Wheelset | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Spline 65/85 | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Spline (front) / ARC 1600 Dicut (rear) | DT Swiss ARC 1600 Spline 65/85 |
| Front rim depth | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Rear rim depth | 85 mm | — | 85 mm |
| Rear disc wheel | No | — | No |
| Internal rim width | 22 mm | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Notes | Front 812 g, rear 904 g; Center Lock rotor mount | Front 812 g; Canyon does not list the rear rim depth; Center Lock rotor mount | Front 812 g, rear 904 g; Center Lock rotor mount |
| Tires | Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR 28 mm / Aero 111 26 mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR 28 mm / Aero 111 26 mm | Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR 28 mm / Aero 111 26 mm |
| Notes | Canyon lists both tyres without stating which goes front or rear | Canyon lists both tyres without stating which goes front or rear | Canyon lists both tyres without stating which goes front or rear |
| Cockpit | |||
| Aerobar system | Canyon AeroShield | Canyon AeroShield | Canyon AeroShield |
| Integrated with frame | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Basebar | Canyon Cockpit | Canyon Cockpit | Canyon Cockpit |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||
| Saddle | Fizik Transiro Aeris LD R5 | Fizik Transiro Aeris LD R5 | Fizik Transiro Aeris LD R5 |
| Weight | 223 g7.9 oz | 223 g7.9 oz | 223 g7.9 oz |
| Seatpost | Canyon SP102 Standard Seatpost | Canyon SP102 Standard Seatpost | Canyon SP102 Standard Seatpost |
| Material | Carbon (CF) | Carbon (CF) | Carbon (CF) |
| Weight | 133 g4.7 oz | 133 g4.7 oz | 133 g4.7 oz |
| Notes | Length 277 mm (S) / 342 mm (M-XL) | Length 277 mm (S) / 342 mm (M-XL) | Length 277 mm (S) / 342 mm (M-XL) |
| Included extras | |||
| Pedals | None included | None included | None included |
Speedmax CF SLX price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedmax CF SLX 8 Di2 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $8,499 | €7,586 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €7,999 | €7,999 | +5% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £7,599 | €8,970 | +18% | |
| Speedmax CF SLX 8 AXS | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €7,999 | €7,999 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £7,599 | €8,970 | +12% | |
| Speedmax CF SLX 7 Di2 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $6,999 | €6,247 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €6,499 | €6,499 | +4% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £6,149 | €7,258 | +16% |
Spare & upgrade parts from Canyon
Ownership checklist
2 of 3 known checks pass, 4 not published by Canyon. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
Press-fit BB86 (PF 86.5)
- ✓
UDH derailleur hanger
UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle (UDH)
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
- ?
Fits third-party aerobars
Integrated AeroShield closed cockpit with size-specific armrests
- ?
Rear disc wheel compatible
- ?
Fit kept when packed
Speedmax CF SLX geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height min | — | 168 cm5′6″ | 180 cm5′11″ | 189 cm6′2″ |
| Rider height max | 178 cm5′10″ | 186 cm6′1″ | 196 cm6′5″ | — |
| Stack | 470 mm18.5″ | 481 mm18.9″ | 511 mm20.1″ | 542 mm21.3″ |
| Reach | 419 mm16.5″ | 440 mm17.3″ | 463 mm18.2″ | 486 mm19.1″ |
| Seat angle min | 81° | 81° | 81° | 81° |
| Seat angle max | 81° | 81° | 81° | 81° |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube length | 62 mm2.4″ | 73 mm2.9″ | 105 mm4.1″ | 137 mm5.4″ |
| Effective top tube | 516 mm20.3″ | 537 mm21.1″ | 565 mm22.2″ | 593 mm23.3″ |
| Seat tube length | 480 mm18.9″ | 513 mm20.2″ | 550 mm21.7″ | 585 mm23″ |
| Chainstay | 420 mm16.5″ | 420 mm16.5″ | 420 mm16.5″ | 420 mm16.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 989 mm38.9″ | 1,013 mm39.9″ | 1,046 mm41.2″ | 1,078 mm42.4″ |
| BB drop | 75 mm3″ | 75 mm3″ | 75 mm3″ | 72 mm2.8″ |
| Standover | 759 mm29.9″ | 780 mm30.7″ | 814 mm32″ | 846 mm33.3″ |
| Saddle height min | 640 mm25.2″ | 708 mm27.9″ | 745 mm29.3″ | 780 mm30.7″ |
| Saddle height max | 740 mm29.1″ | 838 mm33″ | 875 mm34.4″ | 910 mm35.8″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
Side view & pad range
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Speedmax CF SLX in size M against the middle size of 42 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Wheelbase1,013 mm39.9″
shortestlonger than 89% of 42 bikeslongest
Long wheelbase: tends to track straight and feel calm at speed.
- Chainstay420 mm16.5″
shortestlonger than 97% of 53 bikeslongest
Long chainstays: adds stability and room for a rear wheel with wide tyres.
Good to know
Fit
The Splitter Plate Pro seatpost, standard on the CFR, can be added as an upgrade on the CF SLX 8 models.
SourceCompatibility
Canyon gives two tyre figures: the feature text says the frame clears tyres up to 30 mm, while the component table lists 28 mm tyre clearance for frame and fork. Because they disagree, no maximum tyre width is listed here. The frame also takes oversize aero chainrings and a UDH hanger.
SourceVersions
Canyon's launch of the sixth-generation Speedmax covered two grades: the CFR and this CF SLX, which comes in three builds with Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS shifting from €6,499. All builds include a power meter, DT Swiss ARC wheels, Continental Aero 111 tyres and a Fizik Transiro saddle.
SourceVersions
The CF SLX's published geometry matches the CFR's in every size except the XL bottom bracket offset, which Canyon lists as 72 mm on the CF SLX and 75 mm on the CFR. Canyon does not state that the two share geometry.
Source
Speedmax CF SLX FAQ
Is the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX UCI legal?+
No. The Canyon Speedmax CF SLX is not UCI legal. That is fine for non-drafting triathlon, but it cannot be used in UCI-sanctioned time trials. Also available as: Speedmax CFR (same sixth-generation platform in Canyon's top carbon grade); the older Speedmax CF continues as the entry model.
How much does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €6,499–€7,999 / $6,999–$8,499 / £6,149–£7,599 across 3 listed builds and framesets: Speedmax CF SLX 8 Di2, Speedmax CF SLX 8 AXS and Speedmax CF SLX 7 Di2.
How much does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX weigh?+
The lightest complete build listed (Speedmax CF SLX 8 AXS) weighs 9.02 kg (19.9 lb) in size M. The frame weighs 1,484 g (3.27 lb) (Canyon component table (size not stated); 1,484 g on the CF SLX 8 Di2 page, 1,486 g on the CF SLX 7 Di2 and 8 AXS pages).
What sizes does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX come in?+
4 sizes: S, M, L and XL. The manufacturer recommends them for riders from 168 cm (5′6″) to 196 cm (6′5″).
What seat angle does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX have?+
81° effective seat tube angle.
Does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX have integrated hydration?+
Yes. In-frame hydration plus Canyon's modular AeroFuel hydration and nutrition storage; Canyon says it is competition-legal.
Does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX have integrated storage?+
Yes. Emergency repair kit stored in the frame; a tool bag is supplied.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX?+
Drivetrain compatibility: Sold with Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS electronic groupsets. Bottom bracket: Press-fit BB86 (PF 86.5).
What builds of the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX are available?+
Speedmax CF SLX 8 Di2: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100; Speedmax CF SLX 8 AXS: SRAM Force AXS E1; Speedmax CF SLX 7 Di2: Shimano 105 Di2 R7100.
What warranty does the Canyon Speedmax CF SLX frame have?+
6 years on Canyon-manufactured parts
Sources
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