Lightweight road bikes from 6.5 to 6.8 kilos: Canyon Ultimate CFR Di2 Aero on test
Jens Klötzer
· 03.11.2023
For three years now, Canyon has also been offering the Ultimate as an exclusive CFR version. The abbreviation stands for "Canyon Factory Racing" and is given to models that differ from cheaper versions in terms of equipment and carbon quality. Specifically for our test bike, this means a slightly lighter frameset, the weight advantage of almost 30 grams compared to the CF SLX (TOUR 10/2022) is manageable, however.
Overall, the frame and fork of the Ultimate in its chic replica paintwork are among the lightest on the market. The fact that the overall weight is not the best is due to the comparatively heavy aero wheels. However, these hardly detract from the riding pleasure. On the contrary: the Canyon feels equally at home on flat terrain and uphill and is one of the aerodynamically better bikes in the test. It also smoothes out bumps excellently and delivers outstanding stiffness values. With top scores in these disciplines, the Ultimate CFR only just missed out on the test victory.
By the way: If you are looking for an (even) lower weight and can make compromises in terms of aerodynamics, Canyon has a version with ultra-light Mon-Chasseral wheels and a total weight of 6.3 kilos.
Technical data and notes Canyon Ultimate CFR Di2 Aero
Manufacturer information
- Price: 9,999 euros
- Frame sizes**: 2XS, XS, S, M (tested size), L, XL, 2XL
- Info: www.canyon.com
Weights and geometry
- Total weight*: 6.6 kilos
- Weight frame/fork/headset bearing*: 806/342/54 grams
- Seat/top/head tube: 505/555/140 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR***: 574/391 millimetres/1.47
- Wheelbase/caster: 985/61 millimetres
Equipment
- Drivetrain/gear system: Shimano Dura-Ace (52/36, 11-30 t.) Brakes Shimano Dura-Ace (160/140 mm)
- Wheels/tyres (weights)****: DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 50/Schwalbe Pro One TT 25 mm (f./h. 1,140/1,476 g)
Valuation
- PLUS: excellent spring comfort, seven frame sizes
- MINUS: Comparatively heavy wheels
TOUR grade: 1.6
Even more lightweight road bikes from 6.5 to 6.8 kilos in the test
*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.
Jens Klötzer
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