{"id":294,"date":"2021-12-06T11:00:38","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T10:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=657306"},"modified":"2021-12-06T11:21:14","modified_gmt":"2021-12-06T10:21:14","slug":"canyons-new-torque-is-a-do-it-all-shredder","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/canyons-new-torque-is-a-do-it-all-shredder\/","title":{"rendered":"Canyon\u2019s new Torque is a do-it-all shredder"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Tom Marvin\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Monday, 06 December 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Canyon<\/a> has completely updated its Torque all-mountain\/freeride\/park bike, giving it both carbon and alloy frames, as well as 29in, 27.5in and mullet wheel options, across six models.<\/span><\/p>\n

The new family of Torques have been built to be as versatile as possible, with Canyon offering both frame material and three wheel-size options to make sure there\u2019s a Torque to match the needs of virtually every rider looking for a longer-travel machine.<\/span><\/p>\n

While the 2021 Canyon Spectral<\/a> is aimed firmly at trail riders, and the Strive remains in the range for enduro-focused racers, it\u2019s hoped that the 170 or 175mm (29in \/ 27.5in and mullet) travel bikes will suit everything from groomed park laps to gnarly natural lines. Even, if you fit a dual crown suspension fork<\/a> (as approved by Canyon), massive desert hucks \u2013 assuming you\u2019ve got as much nerve as Tommy G at this year\u2019s Red Bull Rampage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Whack a dual crown fork on the Torque and you can emulate Tommy G at Rampage \u2013 perhaps!<\/span><\/figcaption> Ale Di Lullo \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

That\u2019s because Canyon gives the Torque frame a \u2018Category 5\u2019 rating on strength and durability \u2013 the same as its Sender DH bike<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canyon Torque frames<\/span><\/h2>\n

As we saw when we reviewed the Spectral CF 8 CLLCTV<\/a>, Canyon puts equal emphasis on its alloy and carbon frames, with both materials getting their own engineers to fully design their respective frames.<\/span><\/p>\n

The carbon frames\u2019 construction allows, Canyon says, for a little more fine-tuning of the feel of the bike, with strength versus weight versus stiffness differing across various parts of the frames.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The mullet bikes are built to be stable yet super-agile.<\/span><\/figcaption> Boris Beyer \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The carbon frames weigh around 200g less than the previous version of the bike, at around 2.6kg, but Canyon was still able to beef up various areas of the frame. These include the seatstay bridge, chainstays and around bearings and axles. At the same time, the alloy rear end of the previous version was swapped to carbon, and the front triangle also lost some weight.<\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to the alloy frames, strength to weight is the focus, rather than stiffness, as aluminium apparently has more fixed properties and carries wider tolerances for manufacturing. Frames come in at just over 3kg.<\/span><\/p>\n

There has also been a saving of 200g on the alloy frame. Canyon says it optimised tube cross-sections, used straighter tube profiles, and worked on tube junctions and forged parts. Despite improving strength-to-weight ratios, it also managed to reduce wall thicknesses, thus saving weight.<\/span><\/p>\n

As we\u2019ve seen with many recent Canyons, there are a lot of neat touches when it comes to frame design.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Linkage bolts are all accessed via the non-drive side of the frame.<\/span><\/figcaption> Boris Beyer \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

For example, linkage bearings are all accessed from the non-drive side for easier maintenance, and use just 5 and 6mm Allen keys to strip down. Pivot threads are mounted on replaceable inserts on the carbon bikes, so that if you damage them they can be replaced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Alloy bikes receive stronger steel-threaded inserts. Parts are also shared between the Torque and Spectral in places, which should make getting spares easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While ISCG05 mounts aren\u2019t included on the carbon frame, Canyon will supply a plate to attach to the frame, should you wish to use a bash guard (a chainguide is integrated into the frame). The alloy bike comes with the mounts forged into the BB shell.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Torque will take a side-loading bottle cage, with space for a 600ml bottle. There are also rivets under the top tube for attaching tool straps and caddies. Frames feature numerous rubber protection strips too.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canyon Torque suspension<\/span><\/h2>\n
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The 4-bar linkage delivers Canyon\u2019s Triple Phase Suspension characteristics.<\/span><\/figcaption> Heather Young \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Canyon has long used 4-bar suspension linkages<\/a> on its bikes, with its version sporting characteristics the brand has dubbed \u2018Triple Phase\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

This has all the hallmarks of a sorted suspension system \u2013 soft in the early stroke to ensure plenty of traction and comfort, and a supportive middle of the stroke for good pedalling characteristics and an ability to better pump through corners and rollers. F<\/span>inally, progression late in the stroke to resist harsh bottom-outs on big hits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canyon uses this philosophy on all its bikes, but tweaks it for intended usage.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the Torque, the manufacturer says it has taken lessons from the Strive, and upped the anti-squat (the force that helps resist pedalling-related suspension bob) by 30 per cent at the sag point.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond the sag point, the anti-squat drops away quickly, so that when you bottom out the suspension, pedal kickback (the amount the chain pulls backward on the chainring as the suspension compresses) is reduced.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How good are your whips?<\/span><\/figcaption> David Nogales \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Canyon Torque wheelsizes and geometry<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Carbon bikes get a geometry flip chip.<\/span><\/figcaption> Heather Young \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Following all the usual trends, the new Torque is longer, lower and slacker than the previous generation, with a steeper seat angle too. This helps the bike\u2019s stability at speed, while a short offset fork<\/a> and compact chainstays are there, Canyon claims, to help keep the bike playful and improve traction in tight turns.<\/span><\/p>\n

The carbon Torques receive a geometry-adjusting flip chip, altering the angles by 0.5 degrees. Alloy bikes have a fixed geometry, which is the same as the carbon\u2019s \u2018Hi\u2019 setting.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canyon says the 29in Torque gives better rollover, improved traction and more confidence thanks to a larger tyre contact patch, longer overall bike and increased centrifugal stability.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 27.5in bike is a touch more agile, though, as well as being more precise and playful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Those who want the stable rollover and grip at the front end, along with a manoeuvrable rear end are directed by Canyon to the mullet option.<\/span><\/p>\n

29in and 27.5in bikes will be available in S, M, L and XL sizes, while the mullet bikes will be M, L and XL only.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\ufeffFRAME SlZE<\/th>S<\/th>M<\/th>L<\/th>XL<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Seat tube length (mm)<\/td>395<\/td>430<\/td>445<\/td>46\u0398<\/td> <\/tr>
\u03a4op tube length (mm)<\/td>577<\/td>604<\/td>631<\/td>658<\/td> <\/tr>
Head tube length 27.5 (mm)<\/td>120<\/td>130<\/td>140<\/td>–<\/td> <\/tr>
Head tube length 29er (mm)<\/td>\u039900<\/td>105<\/td>115<\/td>125<\/td> <\/tr>
Head tube angle<\/td>63.5\/64<\/td>63.5\/64<\/td>63.5\/64<\/td>63.5\/64<\/td> <\/tr>
Seat tube angle effective<\/td>77.5\/78<\/td>77.5\/78<\/td>77.5\/78<\/td>77.5\/78<\/td> <\/tr>
Effective seat tube angle @ max<\/td>76,89<\/td>76,91<\/td>76,95<\/td>77,17<\/td> <\/tr>
Effective seat tube angle @ min<\/td>78,34<\/td>78,07<\/td>77,97<\/td>78,15<\/td> <\/tr>
Effective seat tube angle @ stack<\/td>78,44<\/td>78,79<\/td>79,04<\/td>79,23<\/td> <\/tr>
Reference seat height<\/td>720<\/td>760<\/td>800<\/td>840<\/td> <\/tr>
Chainstay length 27.51 mullet (mm)<\/td>435<\/td>435<\/td>435<\/td>435<\/td> <\/tr>
Chainstay length 29er (mm)<\/td>440<\/td>440<\/td>440<\/td>440<\/td> <\/tr>
\u0392\u0392 offset 27.5 (mm)<\/td>14<\/td>14<\/td>14<\/td>14<\/td> <\/tr>
\u0392\u0392 offset 29er (mm)<\/td>30<\/td>30<\/td>30<\/td>30<\/td> <\/tr>
Wheelbase (mm)<\/td>1225<\/td>1252<\/td>1282<\/td>1311<\/td> <\/tr>
Stack 27.5 (mm)<\/td>618<\/td>627<\/td>636<\/td>–<\/td> <\/tr>
Stack 29er (mm)<\/td>624<\/td>629<\/td>638<\/td>647<\/td> <\/tr>
Reach (mm)<\/td>440<\/td>465<\/td>490<\/td>515<\/td> <\/tr>
Spacers (mm)<\/td>20<\/td>20<\/td>20<\/td>20<\/td> <\/tr>
Stem (mm)<\/td>40<\/td>40<\/td>40<\/td>40<\/td> <\/tr>
Handlebar width (mm)<\/td>760<\/td>780<\/td>780<\/td>780<\/td> <\/tr>
Crank arm length (mm)<\/td>165<\/td>170<\/td>170<\/td>170<\/td> <\/tr>
Seatpost diameter (mm)<\/td>30,9<\/td>30,9<\/td>30,9<\/td>30,9<\/td> <\/tr>
Dropper length (mm)<\/td>150<\/td>150<\/td>170<\/td>200<\/td> <\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>

Canyon Torque models<\/span><\/h2>\n

Canyon will offer six models of the Torque. All bar the entry-level bikes receive wheels from DT Swiss, which Canyon claims have been designed with the Torque\u2019s intentions in mind, and comply with its \u2018Category 5\u2019 testing protocol.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

They all also get Canyon\u2019s own G5 components \u2013 again built for strength \u2013 World Cup DH and Rampage included. This includes the brand\u2019s new dropper post, which has 25mm of travel adjustment, in 5mm increments, alterable at home.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Canyon\u2019s G5 components are built for World Cup DH.<\/span><\/figcaption> Heather Young \/ Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

All the bikes come with the same tyre combo \u2013 Maxxis\u2019 Assegai<\/a> (2.5in, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+) on the front and a DHR II<\/a>\u00a0(2.4in, 3C MaxxTerra, DoubleDown) on the rear, except the Fabio Wibmer model, which gets Continental Baron and Kaiser 2.4in rubber.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Torque 5 (alloy), 6 (alloy), CF 7 and CF 9 will come in 29in and 27.5in options, with specs shared across the wheel sizes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The CF 8 and CF Fabio Wibmer versions have the mixed-wheel mullet options, and these come with a coil shock, as opposed to air on the other models. Canyon will ship these coil-shocked bikes with three springs, based on average rider weights for the frame\u2019s size.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canyon Torque 5 specs and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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This wild paint job on the entry-level bike is amazing \u2013 a more subtle version will also be available!<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
  • Fork:<\/strong> RockShox ZEB Select<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Shock:<\/strong> RockShox Super Deluxe Select+<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Groupset:<\/strong> Shimano Deore<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Brakes:<\/strong> Shimano Deore<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Wheels:<\/strong> RaceFace AR30<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Price:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a32,649 \/ \u20ac2,799<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

    Canyon Torque 6 specs <\/span>and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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    Performance-level suspension and an SLX drivetrain sit on the CF6.<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
    • Fork:<\/strong> Fox 38 Performance<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Shock:<\/strong> Fox Float X2 Performance<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Groupset:<\/strong> Shimano SLX<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Brakes:<\/strong> Shimano SLX<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Wheels: <\/strong>DT Swiss FR2070<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Price:<\/strong> \u00a33,149 \/ \u20ac3,299<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

      Canyon Torque CF 7 specs <\/span>and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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      SRAM\u2019s components feature heavily on the CF7.<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
      • Fork:<\/strong> RockShox ZEB Select+<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Shock:<\/strong> RockShox Super Deluxe Select+<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Groupset:<\/strong> SRAM GX<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Brakes:<\/strong> SRAM Code R<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Wheels:<\/strong> DT Swiss FR2070<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Price:<\/strong> \u00a33,599 \/ \u20ac3,799<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

        Canyon Torque CF 8 specs <\/span>and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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        Shimano XT and coil-based Performance Elite suspension from Fox define the mullet CF8.<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
        • Fork:<\/strong> Fox 38 Performance Elite<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Shock:<\/strong> Fox Float X2 Performance Elite<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Groupset:<\/strong>\u00a0Shimano XT<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Brakes:<\/strong> Shimano XT<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Wheels:<\/strong> DT Swiss FR560\/350<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Price:<\/strong> \u00a34,399 \/ \u20ac4,649<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

          Canyon Torque CF Fabio Wibmer specs <\/span>and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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          The Fabio Wibmer version comes with kit from his sponsors and mullet wheels.<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
          • Fork:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00d6hlins RXF38<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Shock:<\/strong> \u00d6hlins TTX22M<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Groupset:<\/strong>\u00a0SRAM X01<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Brakes:<\/strong> Magura MT7<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Wheels:<\/strong> DT Swiss FR560\/350<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Price:<\/strong> \u00a35,349 \/ \u20ac5,699<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

            Canyon Torque CF 9 specs <\/span>and price<\/span><\/h3>\n
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            The top-end Torque.<\/span><\/figcaption> Canyon<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
            • Fork:<\/strong> Fox 38 Factory<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Shock:<\/strong>\u00a0Fox Float X2 Factory<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Groupset:<\/strong> Shimano XTR<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Brakes:<\/strong> Shimano XTR<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Wheels:<\/strong> DT Swiss FR560\/240EXP<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Price:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a35,649 \/ \u20ac5,999<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n
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