Canyon Strive:ON

90/100
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Users (53 ratings)
80
Experts (4 reviews)
96
Canyon Strive:ON
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Facts

Gender
Men, Women
Type
Enduro, Mountain, Electric
Release Year
2023
Brand
Canyon
Charge Time
4.5, 5.5 Hours
Maximum Range
40 Miles
Top Speed
20 mph
Watts
250 W
Torque
85 Nm
Volts and Amp Hours
36V 16.7Ah, 36V 20.1Ah
Class
Class 1
Drive
Mid-Drive
Wheel Size
29"/27.5"
Number of Gears
12 (1x12)
Gearing Type
External Derailleur
Weight
53.58, 54.02 lb
Suspension
Full
Brake Type
Disc: Hydraulic
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Canyon Strive:ON. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

13 reasons to buy

  • The Strive:ON is available in two builds: CFR Underdog and the higher-end CFR.
  • Reviewers love the punchy and responsive Bosch Performance Line CX motor.
  • Experts say the race-ready Strive:ON is effortlessly fast on downhills.
  • Reviewers praise the excellent geometry and balanced weight distribution.
  • Steep climbs are a breeze thanks to the powerful motor, balanced geo, and well-tuned suspension.
  • Experts relish the Strive:ON's composure and stability on chunky descents.
  • Testers say the ride is forgiving of mistakes, making it accessible to less experienced riders.
  • Reviewers appreciate the supportive but supple suspension, saying the rear wheel sticks to the ground.
  • The precise steering and overall agility make quick line changes easy.
  • Testers like the clean, minimalist Bosch remote and LED top tube display.
  • The battery is removable for charging and quickly changing during races.
  • A 150lb tester gets 25.32 miles and over 2,000’ elevation using only max assist (625Wh battery).
  • The frame has mounts for a bottle cage and an accessory.

8 reasons not to buy

  • Canyon says buyers can choose between 625W or 750W batteries, but there's no 625W CFR Underdog option, and the 750W CFR is unavailable.
  • Experts advise sizing down due to the long reach, meaning shorter riders mightn't find a size.
  • Several testers have issues with the battery latch and disconnecting batteries. Canyon claims to have updated this.
  • Buyers who receive defective bikes or have warranty claims struggle to resolve issues with Canyon customer support.
  • The Canyon G5 dropper on a Strive:ON CFR test bike develops significant side-to-side play.
  • An expert dislikes the CFR Underdog's SRAM DB8 brakes, saying the effort required at the lever causes hand fatigue.
  • A reviewer says it gets harder to pedal right before the assistance limit of 20mph.
  • Two reviewers complain that the charging port cover falls off easily.

Bottom line

The Canyon Strive:ON is an enduro e-MTB with 170mm front and 160mm rear travel. This Bosch Performance Line CX-equipped e-bike comes in two top-end carbon builds. Reviewers say the balanced weight and geometry deliver well-rounded performance. The bike excels on downhills, remaining maneuverable while providing confidence-inspiring stability. Opinions are split on playfulness, but unsurprisingly, most say the bike requires speed to fully come alive. Experts complain about the sizing, and several buyers report poor after-sales support, but the Strive:ON's performance on the trail leaves nothing to be desired.

Expert Reviews

96/100 based on 4 rated expert reviews
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100
Mountain Bike Rider
Level 5 expert

The Canyon Strive:ON CFR Is a Big-Hit E-Bike With the Precision of a Scalpel

Level 5 expert

The price is half what you’d pay from most mainstream brands, yet you get all the important bits like a Bosch motor, big removable battery, carbon frame, and multi-adjustable Fox suspension.

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90
Electric Bike Report
Level 1 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Underdog Review | Bet on the Underdog?

Level 1 expert

It’s a bike that punches above its weight, holding its own against top-tier enduro rigs without demanding a sky-high price tag.

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90
BikeRadar
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Review | E-MTB Bike of the Year Winner

Level 5 expert

The Strive:ON is confident, capable and fun to ride, both uphill and down, especially if you’re tackling the hardest, fastest, gnarliest terrain around. It does exactly what it sets out to do; it’s an electric enduro race bike through-and-through.

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100
Bike Perfect
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Review – A UCI EDR-E Championship-Winning, Carbon, Full-Fat Enduro E-Bike

Level 5 expert

Ride handling, suspension, and balance here are some of the best of any e-bike I’ve ridden and the Strive:ON CFR is a superb all-rounder that excels in a wide range of terrain.

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The Loam Wolf
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Underdog Review

Level 5 expert

With a reasonable price and some killer performance, the Canyon Strive:ON CFR Underdog is an enduro e-MTB that impressed all of our testers.

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off-road.cc
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR First Ride Review

Level 5 expert

The sizing can be a bit confusing… but once you get that right, the Strive:ON offers a super capable, but very forgiving ride that’ll encourage anyone to ride faster and comfortably push their limits both up and downhill.

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Rob Rides EMTB
Level 3 expert

Canyon Strive:ON – An Aggressive, Enduro E-MTB With Outstanding Performance

Level 3 expert

It excels at demanding terrain, both up and down. The bike comes with high-spec components while extremely competitively priced…

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eMTB.no / EMTB Videos / EMTB Forums
Level 5 expert

2024 Canyon Strive:ON CFR Review

Level 5 expert

The Canyon Strive:ON CFR blends nimbleness and stability in a great way. I was confident and often going faster than I realized. And the bike was always easy to handle…

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The Loam Wolf
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR E-MTB Review

Level 5 expert

The battery latch issues are a slight concern… but otherwise this is a top quality, race-ready and pleasurable daily driving enduro e-bike machine at a reasonable price.

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Singletrack
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Review

Level 5 expert

Once suitably set up, the Strive:ON was a delight. Loads of power, loads of range, loads of engaging handling, loads of fun. I’d say that it’s not just an out-and-out e-enduro race bike. It’s way more friendly and versatile…

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John Van MTB
Level 1 expert

Canyon Strive:ON Underdog Video Review

Level 1 expert

Well, after a few rides I got to say I am really impressed with the Strive:ON Underdog. This bike handles like a lighter, more playful bike.

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Pinkbike
Level 5 expert

First Ride Canyon Strive:ON

Level 5 expert

All told, the Strive:ON proved to be an excellent bike for tackling some impressively gnarly terrain. There are a few tweaks to the spec that I’d make on my personal bike, but as a stock machine it’s quite impressive.

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E-MOUNTAINBIKE
Level 5 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR – In Our 2024 E-MTB Comparison Test Under [Price]

Level 5 expert

The Canyon Strive:ON CFR covers a wide range of applications and impresses with the best all-round characteristics in the entire comparison test, delivering a tremendous performance in all kinds of scenarios, from nasty downhills to long tours…

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Vital MTB
Level 5 expert

Canyon Launches Two New E-MTBS: The Strive:ON and Torque:ON

Level 5 expert

The Strive:ON felt like a truly complete enduro package, stout enough for the serious racer yet agile and fun for the non-racing hard-charger alike. The Bosch motor delivered manageable power and traction even in the most difficult trail circumstances.

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NSMB
Level 5 expert

The 2024 Canyon Strive:ON + Torque:ON E-MTB

Level 5 expert

I appreciated the motor, the handling, and the kinematics, (although the mid-stroke/anti-squat was perhaps a little supportive for my less race-inclined tastes), and the spec was very well chosen.

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BIKE Magazyn
Level 3 expert

Canyon Strive:ON CFR Review [Polish Video]

Level 3 expert

Canyon has managed to do a split between everyday usability and race-readiness, without compromising on either discipline. The only caveat is the size, make sure you choose the right one!

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User Ratings

80/100 based on 53 ratings
  • 5 star
    62%
  • 4 star
    15%
  • 3 star
    0%
  • 2 star
    6%
  • 1 star
    17%

Rankings

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#4 Best Canyon Bike
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#179 Best of All Bikes
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