This German bicycle brand gives up: it ends up installing a Chinese-made engine in its new mountain electric bike.

Another brand that has succumbed to Avinox’s appeal: this time it’s the German company Canyon, one of the best-selling brands in the world. The first bike (as it’s surely not the last) to hit the market with an Avinox M2S unit is the Spectral:ON CF, an iconic bike in the manufacturer’s lineup that falls under the allmountain or ‘light’ enduro category.

To add more mystery (or importance) to this new frame, Canyon will introduce it in small increments: it has just released the Spectral:ON CF 9 AXS model, and over the next three months it will launch three more models—the CF LTD (November), the CF 8 (December), and the CF 7 (January).

Canyon Spectral:ON CF 9 AXS....6.999 euros of pure adrenaline

The Spectral:ON models are known for being highly versatile bikes, despite focusing on the near-enduro allmountain category. Their relatively short wheelbase (160 mm front and 155 mm rear), combined with a geometry that perfectly balances agility (mullet wheels, fork length of only 442 mm) with stability (64º head tube angle, 1.259 mm length for M-size bottom bracket), makes this bike handle well and perform excellently on twisted trails: true versatility.

By the way, there’s a ‘flip-chip’ design that allows a 29'' wheel to be mounted on the rear, enhancing stability and riding speed. We mentioned that for now only the Spectral:ON CF 9 AXS is available; well, this bike also boasts excellent responsiveness thanks to its standard high-quality carbon fiber wheels, specifically the DT Swiss HXC1700.

The frame is made of carbon fiber and features high-quality finishes. However, contrary to current trends, the wiring (brake cables, stem cable) is not entirely internal, which makes maintenance easier. There are no additional cables because the transmission is electronic: it’s a SRAM X0 AXS, powered directly by the motor battery.

It’s worth noting that in Canyon, euros hold significant value, as evidenced by the Factory-grade Fox suspensions installed. For just 6,999 euros, the equipment offered is outstanding. Combined with a frame that offers an excellent weight-to-stiffness ratio and a lightweight motor-battery package, the Spectral:ON CF 9 weighs an exceptional 21.7 kg.

A Challenge to Bosch: Canyon Uses the Most Powerful Version of the M2S

The German brand is one of the few to opt for the non-removable Avinox FP700 (700 Wh) battery, which allows full utilization of the motor’s potential. The Avinox M2S, paired with this battery or the removable RS800 (800 Wh) battery, can deliver up to 1,500 W of power, whereas with other batteries in their catalog it only reaches 1,300 W.

The torque output is 130 Nm, but as we already know, pressing the boost button increases this torque to 150 Nm for a maximum of 60 seconds—absolutely amazing. We can also adjust the intensity as we wish thanks to the app, which allows us to modify the power and torque settings along with how they’re delivered.

On the upper tube, we find the familiar Avinox DP100 2-inch touchscreen color display, which also includes a USB-C charging port for connecting accessories we might need.

Technical specs of Canyon Spevcctral:ON CF 9 AXS (6,999 euros)

Frame: carbon fiber CF

Motor: Avinox M2S

Battery: Avinox FP700 (700 Wh)

Transmission: SRAM X0 AXS

Brakes: SRAM Maven Silver 4-piston

Fork: Fox 36 Factory 160 mm

Fox Float X Factory 155 mm

Wheels: DT Swiss HXC1700

Tires: (Front) MAXXIS Minion DHR II 29x2.4, (Rear) MAXXIS Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4

Handlebars: Canyon HB0047 (760 - 780 mm)

Seatpost: Canyon SP0070-01

Weight: 21.7 kg

This new Avinox model is a major blow to Bosch, as even a top brand like Canyon has turned to the Chinese manufacturer. Regardless of the implications, it must be said that this new bike from the German brand is an excellent ride with a great price-to-quality ratio and a superb motor (plus, it comes with 1,500 W power).

Once the lineup is complete, we can surely expect this to be one of the biggest surprises of 2027. For more details: Canyon Spectral:ON CF 9 AXS