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My 2024 Canyon Aeroad CFR Build: 6.9KG / 15.2 LBS

My new bike build, the 2024 Canyon Aeroad:

  • 2024 Aeroad CFR Stealth (not the current version that was released last summer, but their previous frameset, top of the line lightest weight Canyon Factory Racing model).
  • Enve SES 4.5 Wheelset (current Innerdrive hub version, ~1,430g).
  • Dura Ace 12 Speed Groupset with superlight Elilee 155mm carbon crankarms.

Weight:

  • My Aeroad CFR model, reference weight (without pedals): 7.5 kg / 16.45 lbs.
  • Current Aeroad CFR model, reference weight (without pedals): 7.1 kg / 15.66 lbs.
  • My build weight (without pedals): 6.9 kg / 15.2 lbs. With tubeless sealant and 28mm / 30mm GP 5000 S TR tires. Swapped in J&L lightweight thru axles and Galfer brake rotors.
  • True weight (with pedals): 7.2 kg / 15.8 lbs. No bottle cages, lights, bike computer, or water bottles.

Cost (before tax):

  • Retail Price (different wheels and crankarms): $9,499.
  • My Price Paid: $6,580.
  • Discount 30.7%.

How did I do this?

  • I purchased the Aeroad off Canyon’s Outlet last November as a used/refurbished model for $6,443 (shipping included, tax not included), a 32% discount with 1 year 0% financing from Affirm. I was able to view pictures of it before purchasing and I saw no defects. In person, these impressions proved true. I suspect the model was a return.
  • I sold the Dura Ace power meter crankset – I wanted a lighter crankset and I already owned single-sided Favero Assioma pedals. I purchased Elilee carbon crank arms to pair with a Dura Ace 52/36 chainring found on eBay. Weight saved: ~180 g. New crankset: 508 g.
  • I sold the DT Swiss Arc 1100 50/62 wheelset because they didn’t accommodate wider tires well and were slightly heavy at 1,545 g. I was able to buy Enve SES 4.5 wheels for $1,670 – typical online price is $2,500 to $2,800. I was originally going to purchase wheels from Light Bicycle, but that order didn’t come out the way I wanted and I cancelled it. I went for the SES 4.5 even though they weren’t especially light or deep, but they’re considered top-tier everyday fast wheels. At that price, I felt it was worth the investment.
  • Everything has full manufacturer first owner warranty.
  • My $6,580 spent reflects the net of these transactions and I feel like I have a lighter, faster version of Canyon’s top of the road Aeroad CFR at its regular or even slightly discounted price.

I’ll do a more in-depth post about the bike, but I share my detailed financials for constructing this bike and its various components above. I sold my 2018 Canyon Ultimate for $2,850, which was a huge help in offsetting the cost of this purchase.