Review: Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8 Electric Mountain Bike

This do-it-all, full-carbon electric mountain bike with an 800-Wh battery is under $4,500. Yes please!

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Unbeatable value for full carbon build. Large 800-Wh battery delivers excellent range. Fun, engaging, and accessible ride.

Heavy to push. Hard to maneuver on technical terrain. EP801 motor no longer the new kid in town. Direct sales model won’t suit everyone.

It has not been an easy couple of years for Canyon. In late 2024, the German direct-to-consumer brand issued a stop-use and recall notice for its highly regarded Spectral:ON electric mountain bike. Some batteries developed cracks in the casing, and there were concerns that water ingress could short-circuit safety systems and pose a fire risk.…