2024 Strive:ON

[Durrti]

Hmm. Maybe that's the difference. I used my built-in hand torque wrench!

The bolt is so shallow that I'm amazed you could over torque it. I had more issue keeping the socket from slipping off!

Also, make sure you tilt the fork forwards when removing the bolts, else the oil can leak out.

There’s only 40cc of oil max, no need to worry about leaning the fork.

 

[Durrti]

Is link glide a MS driver?

 

[davosaurusrex]

Is link glide a MS driver?

Shimano HG

 

[Mars2]

Do you think a 210mm One up dropper post will fit in a size small Strive on?

 

[dlatch]

Bought the strive on underdog and really love the bike if rides amazing would have preferred a gloss finish on the carbon but it will get a frame protection kit fitted anyway so not a deal breaker love the minimal display control setup and won't be using the flow app. Really love the setup dealing with the manufacturer direct for spare parts had a nightmare with dealers and my haibike and was keen to avoid repeating the experience happy to do all my own servicing and repairs

 

[CrispyDesigns]

Is anyone else waiting to see if the Strive:ON becomes available in alternative colours?

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Is anyone else waiting to see if the Strive:ON becomes available in alternative colours?

I’d not expect this until 2024 as the bike has only just been released - although I’m not sure how often Canyon update colours.

 

[CrispyDesigns]

I’d not expect this until 2024 as the bike has only just been released - although I’m not sure how often Canyon update colours.

You're probably right. I love the Liquid Forest colour way but part of me wants to wait and see what is available in the near future

 

[ArtturiM]

Already placed order in size L (Strive:ON CFR). Curious to see how bike feels when it arrives.

I have been collecting some useful stuff to my shopping cart now to fit arriving bike to me.

Ergon SM E-Mountain Saddle in size M/L

Asked from Canyon and Canyon OEM Ergon SM10 EMTB saddle is size S/M in all frame sizes. Based on Ergon website instructions did measurements for my sitting bones (~135mm) and it indicates size M/L saddle.

Ergon GA2 FAT grips

I have read that Canyon OEM grips are not the most preferred. My hands are size 10-11 and that leans me towards little bit thicker grips.

Fox Racing Float 36/38 XL mudguard

Seems that Fox has done nicely integrated front fender that can be installed without zipties etc.

Rear hugger/fender ideas

Seems that Canyon has nicely integrated Rear Fender for new Torque:ON that can be bolted to rear frame but can’t find similar to Strive:ON?!

Torque:On rear fender from Canyon

What kind of solutions you have done rear of your Strive:ON?

RockShox 300psi digital pump for shock and fork

Digital pump could be nice and useful when adjusting suspension.

I would like to move tubeless so what kind of valves I need to order to front and rear rims? Was it so that rear valve needs to be longer and front shorter?

After first rides I need to evaluate do I need higher rise bar or some other modifications for better ergonomics and fitting.

I am also intrested to change drivetrain from Shimano hyperglide to linkglide+ for longer lasting performance and durability. Linkglide is marketed to be 3x times longer lasting and weights a little bit more. Seems that Shimano hyperglide+ cassette, derailleur, shifter and chain is around 280€. Your thougths?

I made decision and ordered Linkglide+ drivetrain to Strive:ON CFR
• Shimano XT Linkglide RD-M8130 11-speed Rear Derailleur
• Shimano XT Linkglide SL-M8130 I-Spec EV 11-speed Shift Lever right
• Shimano CN-LG500 Linkglide 10/11-speed Chain with Quick-Link
• Shimano CS-LG700 11-speed Linkglide Cassette

Hopefully bike and other goodies will be here during next week.

 

[RJUK]

Yes, I was just comparing it to 12 speed hyperglide

Sure, just checking that was right. I think I'll run the 12 speed and see how I get on.

There’s only 40cc of oil max, no need to worry about leaning the fork.

Good to know. I had some oil weep out when I undid mine, so panicked and leaned the bike forwards each time after that to stop any leaking out.

 

[ArtturiM]

The muc off valves have a wider and thicker nut that cannot sink in the hole of the magnet so the magnet is sitting on the nut and is not secured against rotating when something hits it.
But maybe I was thinking wrong. I now put the sealing ring, then the magnet and last the original nut and it seems to be airtight.
I can also inflate air without issues, so hopefully no need for a longer valve.

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Is that 40mm or 60mm Muc-Off valve in that rear wheel?

 

[Durrti]

I made decision and ordered Linkglide+ drivetrain to Strive:ON CFR
• Shimano XT Linkglide RD-M8130 11-speed Rear Derailleur
• Shimano XT Linkglide SL-M8130 I-Spec EV 11-speed Shift Lever right
• Shimano CN-LG500 Linkglide 10/11-speed Chain with Quick-Link
• Shimano CS-LG700 11-speed Linkglide Cassette

Hopefully bike and other goodies will be here during next week.

I’ve never ridden Linkglide, however the Shimano 12spd is incredible and very robust. I’m averaging 1000miles per cassette and 500+miles per chain. The true magic is running AXS derailleur with the Shimano drive train, like butter!!
Just my 2 cents though

 

[Winryn]

Well I’m sick of procrastinating so I’ve ordered a medium underdog with the 750w battery. Ticks all the boxes and I think it looks stunning in Matt black. I’ll probably stick an xt derailleur on and some hope brakes on over the coming months but happy with the rest of the spec. Just hope I can get used to riding with a bike set to eu speed limit after 3100 miles on a Shimano set to USA 20mph cut off?!

 

[hansfrans]

Is that 40mm or 60mm Muc-Off valve in that rear wheel?

It’s the 44mm valve

 

[hansfrans]

Well I’m sick of procrastinating so I’ve ordered a medium underdog with the 750w battery. Ticks all the boxes and I think it looks stunning in Matt black. I’ll probably stick an xt derailleur on and some hope brakes on over the coming months but happy with the rest of the spec. Just hope I can get used to riding with a bike set to eu speed limit after 3100 miles on a Shimano set to USA 20mph cut off?!

I always rode eu bikes, for mountain biking the limit is no problem, on the street more would be useful sometimes but I never missed it that much that I would have bought one of the available tuning options.
btw maybe you should rather invest in xt shifters than derailleur. The magic happens in the shifter.
I found the db8 surpringsly good enough after breaking them in on my first ride (like 20+ hard brakes in a row)

 

[emtbeast]

I made decision and ordered Linkglide+ drivetrain to Strive:ON CFR
• Shimano XT Linkglide RD-M8130 11-speed Rear Derailleur
• Shimano XT Linkglide SL-M8130 I-Spec EV 11-speed Shift Lever right
• Shimano CN-LG500 Linkglide 10/11-speed Chain with Quick-Link
• Shimano CS-LG700 11-speed Linkglide Cassette

Hopefully bike and other goodies will be here during next week.

Don't forget the Shimano HG / DT Swiss freehub driver body for your Linkglide cassette. Am interested how Linkglide will work

 

[Winryn]

I always rode eu bikes, for mountain biking the limit is no problem, on the street more would be useful sometimes but I never missed it that much that I would have bought one of the available tuning options.
btw maybe you should rather invest in xt shifters than derailleur. The magic happens in the shifter.
I found the db8 surpringsly good enough after breaking them in on my first ride (like 20+ hard brakes in a row)

Yea I’ll prob do the shifter also. Is the standard dropper any good? I have read some good things about the Sram brakes so will give them a chance. Ref the speed I think it will be a blessing not having a screen with the speed on so that may help

 

[M AP]

Anyone can post a picture or just explain where the Oneup needs exactly to be shaved to fit fully in the Strive head tube?
Also the bottom plastic plug does not fit. I guess one can live without.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Anyone can post a picture or just explain where the Oneup needs exactly to be shaved to fit fully in the Strive head tube?
Also the bottom plastic plug does not fit. I guess one can live without.

View attachment 117209

Need to shave this down to make it fit. Run a blade and remove the width of the plastic until if slides into the steerer without jamming on the steerer.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Also the bottom plastic plug does not fit. I guess one can live without.

Which bit is this?

 

[RJUK]

Which bit is this?

I guess he means the bit you told him to shave down.

Does the small capsule need shaving, or just the big one?

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Does the small capsule need shaving, or just the big one?

Small capsule fits fine without modification.

 

[Herder000]

Well I’m sick of procrastinating so I’ve ordered a medium underdog with the 750w battery. Ticks all the boxes and I think it looks stunning in Matt black. I’ll probably stick an xt derailleur on and some hope brakes on over the coming months but happy with the rest of the spec. Just hope I can get used to riding with a bike set to eu speed limit after 3100 miles on a Shimano set to USA 20mph cut off?!

What swung it for you in the end? I've had both the Strive and the Spectral in my basket about 5 times each then changed my mind! The spectral appeals for the 900wh battery, I often do 6-8 hour rides and to be honest the Strive is more bike than I need. But the spectral chain rubbing on the chain stay in some gears would annoy the hell out of me as would pedal strikes which people complain about. I also worry about the shimano motor. Just need someone to tell me which one to order As I'm on the Strive thread though I can guess the answer...

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

What swung it for you in the end? I've had both the Strive and the Spectral in my basket about 5 times each then changed my mind! The spectral appeals for the 900wh battery, I often do 6-8 hour rides and to be honest the Strive is more bike than I need. But the spectral chain rubbing on the chain stay in some gears would annoy the hell out of me as would pedal strikes which people complain about. I also worry about the shimano motor. Just need someone to tell me which one to order As I'm on the Strive thread though I can guess the answer...

Strive. Who knows, even Bosch may one day bring out a range extender

 

[ArtturiM]

Don't forget the Shimano HG / DT Swiss freehub driver body for your Linkglide cassette. Am interested how Linkglide will work

Didn’t even noticed that they have different freehub mount splines. Thanks @emtbeast!

This should be correct part for Hyperglide to Linkglide conversion?

 

[Winryn]

What swung it for you in the end? I've had both the Strive and the Spectral in my basket about 5 times each then changed my mind! The spectral appeals for the 900wh battery, I often do 6-8 hour rides and to be honest the Strive is more bike than I need. But the spectral chain rubbing on the chain stay in some gears would annoy the hell out of me as would pedal strikes which people complain about. I also worry about the shimano motor. Just need someone to tell me which one to order As I'm on the Strive thread though I can guess the answer...

Ultimately however I justified it the strive just appealed more. I think a lot is because every review I’ve read or watched believe it’s one of the very best. In this generation the Bosch motor sounds much more appealing. In the past on analogue bikes the negatives for a more capable (bigger travel) bike on the downs were the climbs, but it seems this is an amazing climber. Fun and poppy on the trails they say and amazing on the downs.

Robs review and him being blown away makes me think it must be amazing

And I much prefer the matt black to the matt green or gloss black on the spectral

Trek rail was up there but cable routing looked a bit messy, the battery door looks a bit clumsy and there is lots of talk of rattles and fixes needed and talk of new geometry not being so fun. And I really prefer mullets being 5ft 10

Specialised turbo Levo looked good but the same money landed me aluminium instead of carbon.

Also having had other canyon road bikes I enjoy the excitement of a canyon box dropping off at my house

Plus the research is wasting far too much of my free time and anyway, I currently ride a 2019 focus jam 2 which I think is the best thing since sliced bread so I’m sure I’ll be pleased

 

[emtbeast]

Didn’t even noticed that they have different freehub mount splines. Thanks @emtbeast!

This should be correct part for Hyperglide to Linkglide conversion?

Hey no problem, just helping out the community here, the one in your link is aluminum and is for regular mtb use(just 55g weight).

For ebike use and the DT Swiss hybrid wheels you need a stronger full steel driver(137g weight for comparison).

Got 2 links for u...

Conversion Kit HYBRID Ratchet System® Freehub Body

Product features - Conversion Kit HYBRID Ratchet System Freehub Body Use: E-MTB Type of freewheel: DT Swiss Ratchet System Compatibility: HCX 1200 SPLINE HC 1501 SPLINE ONE H 1700 SPLINE TWO Axle system...

www.bike-discount.de

DT SWISS Freehub Body Shimano | SRAM 10-, 11-speed MTB Hybrid | 12x14, 65,04 €

DT SWISS freehub body Shimano | SRAM 10-, 11-speed MTB hybrid | 12x148 mm BOOST thru axle | E-bike pawl system Reinforced freewheel body for Shimano | for e

r2-bike.com

Also u need to be careful which system you want the Dt Swiss ratchet or the classic 3 pawl design, u need the one your rear hub uses. If in doubt best ask Canyon and Dt Swiss.

 

[Durrti]

Strive. Who knows, even Bosch may one day bring out a range extender

That would make the commencal

 

[Don Hanzo]

Decided on Sunday night (10pm) to order a Strive On CFR. On Wednesday morning the DHL truck pulled up and delivered. Wow. Impressive logistics.
Completed the build and switched to tubeless and went off for a quick 15 minutes setup ride today. Well, 1200 vertical meters later (yes, that escalated quickly...) on our local flowtrails I am absolutely stoked. Up or down, that thing is a banger (yes Rob, you're right). So easy to ride, so nimble considering weight and travel. Wow.
Having bought a couple of Canyons over the years (Gravel, Race Bikes) it is amazing how professional and well thought through their business model is nowadays. If you're a bit of a mechanic yourself Canyon supplies so much more information and support than most traditional bike manufacturers. This is the future of bike business, no doubt.

 

[M AP]

Which bit is this?

I mean the plastic plug that came with the top cap. It’s

in the right of the picture.

EDC TOP CAP
They say it should prevent the tools fro rattling