"Back in 2024, Canyon issued a voluntary recall of some of its eBike batteries. The batteries in question were plastic-housed. These batteries had the risk of catching fire, as the plastic housings could allow water ingress. Yesterday, Canyon released two new eMTBs that come spec'd with new, updated batteries. The Spectral:ON, and the Torque:ON eMTBs are using a "long-lasting" 800Wh battery that is reinforced with an aluminum housing."
"Let's take a quick look at the Spectral:ON and Torque:ON eMTBs. The Spectral:ON is aimed at trail riders who want to tackle both climbs and descents. It offers 155mm rear suspension and a 160mm fork with a mullet wheel setup for handling versatility. The Torque:ON caters to riders focused on downhill performance and grabbing big air. It comes equipped with 175mm rear travel and a 180mm fork."
"The 800Wh capacity utilizes updated 5.6Ah cells, replacing the previous 5.0Ah technology, which enables fewer total cells and improved weight distribution. Smart charging capabilities enable an 80% charge in 2 hours and full charging in 5 hours, while the aluminum battery weighs 150g less than its 900Wh predecessor. Both bikes use Shimano's EP801 motor system that delivers 85Nm of torque and up to 600 watts of power."
Canyon replaced plastic-housed batteries with a fully aluminum 800Wh battery housing and end caps to resist water ingress and rough riding. Range reaches up to 85 km or 1900 m of climbing per charge depending on terrain and riding style. The battery has IP57 dust and water protection via double-sealed interfaces and internal moisture barriers. The 800Wh uses updated 5.6Ah cells, reducing total cell count and improving weight distribution; smart charging achieves 80% in two hours and full charge in five hours while saving 150 g versus the 900Wh predecessor. Both eMTBs use Shimano EP801 motors delivering 85 Nm and up to 600 W. Spectral:ON targets trail versatility; Torque:ON targets downhill performance. Availability begins January 13, 2026, with prices from €3,999 to €5,999.
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