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Grand Canyon AL 8

Introducing the ultimate hardtail all-rounder. Built to handle all-out trail riding and multi-day alpine epics alike, the Grand Canyon 8 features a high-performance 120 mm fork, adjustable dropper post, and versatile storage options to make your most ambitious adventures a reality.

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Front Fork Travel: 120 mm
Weight: 12,54 kg

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The most durable frame in its class

Built to endure season after season of all-out trail riding, the Grand Canyon’s aluminium frame is designed to last. Each bike meets our rigorous Category 3 testing standards (on par with our full-suspension Neuron), and is packed full of smart features like an easy-to-replace universal derailleur, frame protection that really works, and stiffness-boosting 12 mm axles. At just 1989g (size M) the high grade alloy is lightweight too, ensuring you can rack up the kilometers with ease and speed.

Perfect fit at every size

With bikes catering to riders 125-202 cm across eight sizes (3XS-XL), the Grand Canyon has one of the broadest fit ranges of any mountain bike ever made. Thanks to adjusted top tube and chainstay lengths in each individual size, the frame always maintains its perfectly balanced geometry. Plus, for the same confidence-inspiring handling across all sizes, we scale the wheel size according to the frame – using 29" wheels on S – XL, 27.5"wheels on 2XS – XS, and 24" wheels on the smallest 3XS models.

The most versatile Canyon MTB. Ever.

Load and pack as much or as little as you need: with 8 mounting points at key points across the frame, the Grand Canyon has you covered for everything from bikepacking epics to quick grocery runs. Attach a rack with mudguard, up to three bottle cages, a kickstand, bags on the upper and under side of the top tube, lights or bike computers on the stem’s gear interface, and even fit a trailer. Or strip it down again for pure trail riding vibes.

Truly trail-capable components

This is a proper trail hardtail with high-quality parts from top to bottom.Top-tier models come equipped with dropper posts to dramatically increase manoeuvrability while descending, with robust 120 mm suspension forks for increased grip and comfort on rough terrain. Powerful, precise hydraulic disc brakes boost control and stopping power on the trail when you need it most, and wide, stiff aluminum handlebars enhance steering precision in quick corners.

Components

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All components are based on size M

Frame

Frame
- Canyon Grand Canyon AL
- Robust aluminium MTB hardtail frame. Category 3.
- Axle dimension 12x148 mm
- Material Aluminium (AL)
- Weight 1989 g
Suspension Fork
- FOX 32 Rhythm
- Axle dimension 15x110 mm
- Stanchion Diameter 32 mm
- Travel 120 mm
- Fork steer tube diameter 1 1/8" - 1,5"
- Offset 51 mm
- Weight 1918 g
Seatpost Clamp
- Canyon SC0001

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore XT M8100
- Cage length long
- Weight 282 g
Shift Lever
- Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100
- Weight 137 g
Cassette
- Shimano Deore SLX CS-M7100
- Number of sprockets 12
- Range 10-51
Crank
- Shimano MT612
- Number of chainrings 1
Bottom bracket
- Shimano BB-MT501
- Bottom bracket standard BSA HT2 68/73
- Weight 73 g
Chain
- Shimano Deore M6100

Brakes

Disc Brake
- Shimano SLX M7120
Disc Brake
- Shimano SLX M7120
Brake Rotor
- Shimano RT66 180
- Size 180 mm
- Weight 140 g

Wheels

Front Wheel
- DT Swiss LN XC
- Axle dimension 15x110 mm
- Rotor mount IS 6-bolt
- Inner width 25 mm
- Rim material Aluminium
- Weight 976 g
Rear Wheel
- DT Swiss LN XC
- Axle dimension 12x148 mm
- Rotor mount IS 6-bolt
- Inner width 25 mm
- Rim material Aluminium
- Weight 1096 g
Tyre
- Schwalbe Rocket Ron
- Width 2,25"
- Weight 630 g
Thru Axle
- Canyon GP0255-01
- Axle dimension 12x148 mm

Cockpit

Stem
- ST0039
- Fork steer tube diameter 1 1/8"
- Clamping diameter 31,8 mm
- Material Aluminium (AL)
Handlebar
- Canyon HB0073
- Clamping diameter 31,8 mm
- Rise 18 mm

Seat

Saddle
- VELO VL1C28 Trail
- Gender Unisex
- Weight 293 g
Seatpost
- Canyon SP0081
- Robust, dependable seatpost compatible with all common saddles.
- Seatpost diameter 31,6 mm
- Material Aluminium (AL)
- Weight 668 g

Accessories

Pedals
- None included
Manuals and Accessories
- Canyon Smallbox
Manuals and Accessories
- BAND 003-V01 BIKE CATEGORY 3
Manuals and Accessories
- Canyon Quick Start Guide

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Geometry & dimensions

Basic geometry

Detailed geometry table
Frame size
Body Height in cm	≤ 166	166 - 175	175 - 183	183 - 192	≥ 192
a Seat Height in mm	609 - 763	647 - 826	687 - 886	727 - 926	767 - 966
b Seat Tube Length in mm	387	400	420	460	500
c Top Tube Length in mm	567	593	617	641	666
d Head Tube Length in mm	105	90	105	125	145
e Head Tube Angle	66°	66°	66°	66°	66°
f Seat Tube Angle	75°	74,3°	74,3°	74,4°	74,4°
g Chainstay Length in mm	425	435	435	435	435
h Wheel Base in mm	1.122	1.155	1.181	1.209	1.237
i Stack in mm	587	608	622	640	658
j Reach in mm	410	430	450	470	490
k Stand-over Height in mm	746	770	777	784	789
l Bottom Bracket Offset in mm	49	65	65	65	65

Component geometry

Detailed geometry table
Frame size
Spacer in mm	15	15	15	15	15
Stem Length in mm	45	45	45	45	45
Handlebar Width in mm	760	760	760	760	760
Crank Length in mm	170,0	170,0	175,0	175,0	175,0
Chainring Size	30	30	30	30	30
Seat Post Diameter in mm	31,6	31,6	31,6	31,6	31,6
Dropper post travel in mm	125	150	170	170	170
Seat Post Length in mm	408	458	498	498	498
Maximum Seat Post Insertion Depth in mm	234	259	279	279	279
Minimum Seat Post Insertion Depth in mm	80	80	80	80	80
Wheel Size	27.5"	29"	29"	29"	29"
Disc Size in mm	180 / 180	180 / 180	180 / 180	180 / 180	180 / 180
Front Fork Travel in mm	120	120	120	120	120

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Press and awards

2025

Editor Choice Award

The Grand Canyon received a complete update in 2026 and impresses across the board. That's why we're giving the Grand Canyon AL our Editor's Choice Award as the best hardtail all-rounder.

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The Grand Canyon received a complete update in 2026 and impresses across the board. That's why we're giving the Grand Canyon AL our Editor's Choice Award as the best hardtail all-rounder.

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Bike classification

This category also covers the requirements of categories 1-2. In addition it includes use on harsher, unpaved terrain. The scope for these bikes includes occasional jumps up to a maximum height of 60 cm. Jumps of this scale can cause inexperienced riders to have accidents on landing, which can result in injury. Hardtail mountain bikes and full-suspension bikes with short travel are included in this category.

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Grand Canyon AL 8

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