What is the difference between an Exceed CFR and an Exceed CF SLX?

All models use the same mold, which means that all Exceed models share the same core design features and frame shaping. The three different carbon frame platforms (CF, SLX, and CFR) differ, however, in material content and layup. With the new CFR we went further than ever before on a mountain bike and achieved an incredibly low weight, making it our lightest hardtail frame to date and definitely one of the lightest frames on the market.

What is the maximum tyre clearance for the Exceed CFR?

The maximum tire size we’d recommend would be a 2.35/2.4 tire mounted to a rim with an internal width of 30mm rim. Tire sizes, of course, vary from one tire manufacturer to another, so we always recommend that riders double check tire clearance immediately after installing their new rear tire.

The Next Level

Exceed CFR

An 8.9kg 29 inch carbon fibre hardtail. Made for racers, by racers. This is Canyon Factory Racing, the Next Level.

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The new speed of light

At 835g*, the CFR frame is astonishingly light, thanks to the extremely rare Toray M40X carbon fibre (AKA unicorn hair). With CFR, the Exceed lives up to its name, defying all expectations and delivering the carbon trifecta: light + stiff + strong = victory.

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Balanced geometry

A slack 69 degree head angle, a 10mm reach increase and 80mm stems boosts your control on tough terrain while still proving quick and nimble through the tightest trails.

With 29’ wheels on all sizes, you’ll handle everything the rowdiest XC course throws at you.

Made for racers, by racers

CFR is 6 years in the making with over 30 000 hours of test riding. Every aspect of the Exceed, from the race-fit cockpit to revolutionary DT Swiss dropper post has been tested with the best.

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A 390g dropper post

Developed in partnership with DT Swiss, the Exceed CFR is equipped with the lightest production remote controlled carbon dropper post, offering 60mm of seat-height adjustability.
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A 322g carbon cockpit

Achieve a more aerodynamic ride position and shave precious seconds from your best efforts. The new headset design and cable routing improves steering while reducing cockpit clutter.
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Next level components

The Exceed CFR Ltd sports a SRAM XX1 Eagle eTap AXS electronic groupset with Reynolds Black Label carbon wheels and a Rockshox SID SL Ultimate fork. Or you can opt for Shimano XTR, DT Swiss XRC 1200 wheels and a Fox 32 SC Factory fork on the CFR Team edition.

Canyon engineering DNA

Engineering. It’s the beating heart of Canyon. Every bike, every race, every wipe-out is a chance to learn. We share this winning DNA across every bike because every little detail matters.

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Impact protection unit

Our IPU protects the carbon fibre frame from over-rotating handlebars. You’ll find it integrated neatly within the frame.
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Mud shedding seatpost clamp

A streamlined integrated seatpost clamp with a rubber seal is mated with the same tube profiles of the World Champs-winning Inflite, designed to shed mud at lightning speed.
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No-tool Quixle

Our very own through-axle design that boosts stiffness and tucks away neatly for easy and tool-free removal.
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Universal derailleur hanger

Compatibility issues begone, with one hanger to rule them all. It protects your derailleur from impacts and works with all drivetrains, making future upgrades a breeze.

Exceed CFR or CF SLX which is best for you?

CFR Frame 835g
CF SLX Frame 1015g
CFR STW* Ratio 118.6
(Nm/°)/kg
CF SLX STW* Ratio 109.3
(Nm/°)/kg
CFR Dropper Post 390g
CF SLX Dropper Post 420g
Carbon cockpit 322g
Carbon cockpit 322g

*Stiffness to weight ratio

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The Cross-Country experts Exceed CFR FAQs

What is the difference between an Exceed CFR and an Exceed CF SLX?
- All models use the same mold, which means that all Exceed models share the same core design features and frame shaping. The three different carbon frame platforms (CF, SLX, and CFR) differ, however, in material content and layup.
  
  With the new CFR we went further than ever before on a mountain bike and achieved an incredibly low weight, making it our lightest hardtail frame to date and definitely one of the lightest frames on the market.
What is the maximum tyre clearance for the Exceed CFR?
- The maximum tire size we’d recommend would be a 2.35/2.4 tire mounted to a rim with an internal width of 30mm rim. Tire sizes, of course, vary from one tire manufacturer to another, so we always recommend that riders double check tire clearance immediately after installing their new rear tire.
Can I buy an Exceed CFR frame set?
- No.