Lightest Canyon eMTB yet uses Bosch’s SX motor to help it fly up climbs

By Tom Law

Published: Thursday, 25 April 2024 at 09:00 AM


Canyon has entered the lightweight eMTB market with the new Neuron:ONfly – its lightest electric mountain bike yet, with claimed weights starting at 19.1kg.

The Neuron:ONfly is powered by Bosch’s Performance Line SX motor, with 600W of peak power and 55Nm of torque. A 400Wh battery can be partnered with Bosch’s 250Wh PowerMore range extender (sold separately).

Canyon claims the Neuron:ONfly rides like a non-assisted mountain bike, but has the power of a full electric mountain bike. In the brand’s words, it offers “the best of both worlds”.

Like the non-assisted Neuron and full-power Neuron:ON, the new lightweight electric mountain bike is designed to be a trail bike through and through, packing 140mm of suspension travel, 29-inch wheels front and rear, and progressive geometry.

Four models are available, from the base CF7 (£4,649 / €4,849 / $5,499) through to the range-topping CF LTD (£7,649 / €7,999) in five sizes from extra-small to extra-large. Only the CF7 will be available in the US.

We had the chance to ride the Neuron:ONfly at the bike’s launch, on the trails it was developed on in Koblenz, Germany. You can check out our initial impressions in our Canyon Neuron:ONfly first ride review.

Five things you need to know about the Canyon Neuron:ONfly

  • Canyon’s first lightweight eMTB
  • Powered by Bosch Performance Line SX motor and 400Wh battery
  • Features progressive geometry and 140mm of travel front and rear. XS size has less travel front and rear (130mm) to allow room for 29in wheels
  • Battery life can be extended with 250Wh PowerMore range extender (sold separately)
  • Only available with a carbon frame
  • Four models to choose from, with claimed weights ranging from 19.1-20.4kg