Frameset
Frame
Canyon Torque AL (aluminum; rear axle 12x148mm)
Fork
RockShox BoXXer, 190mm travel, 1 1/8" steerer
Rear shock
RockShox Vivid Coil
Torque DH DH CLLCTV SRAM GX DH 7s
The 2022 Canyon Torque platform represents a major structural update to the brand’s long-travel freeride and park bike. Moving away from its previous 27.5-inch-only constraint, Canyon redesigned the frame to accommodate 29-inch, 27.5-inch, and dedicated mullet configurations, utilizing a modular approach that pairs a 29er front triangle with a smaller rear end.
While the Torque remains fundamentally a gravity-first machine built for massive impacts and steep descents, this generation introduces features aimed at broadening its usability. The updated kinematics provide more anti-squat around the sag point to assist with pedaling, and the frame now includes space for a 600-milliliter water bottle and under-top-tube accessory mounts. Carbon variants also gain a geometry flip chip to fine-tune handling between park laps and pedal-heavy days. It is a massive, durable platform intended for riders who prioritize downhill composure over uphill efficiency.
$2,499SKU 3979 · TV Noise
Build
Size
| Stack | 628mm |
| Reach | 460mm |
| Top tube | 594mm |
| Headtube length | 105mm |
| Standover height | 764mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm |
Fit and geometry
The Torque’s geometry is unapologetically focused on downhill stability, built around a slack 63.5-degree head tube angle and a generous reach that stretches from 435mm on the small frame to 510mm on the extra-large. This long front center pairs with a relatively short rear end to create a posture that keeps the rider safely tucked between the wheels on steep descents.
To improve the bike's manners on flat ground and climbs, Canyon steepened the seat tube angle significantly for this generation, bringing it to 78 degrees. This upright seated position places the rider's weight directly over the bottom bracket, mitigating fatigue during long winch-and-plunge transitions. Carbon frame models feature a flip chip at the shock mount, allowing riders to steepen the head and seat angles by half a degree and raise the bottom bracket by roughly 8mm for slightly quicker handling. The aluminum downhill-specific frames utilize a fixed geometry with tight 424mm chainstays to maintain maneuverability despite the massive dual-crown fork.
Full specs
Groupset
Shift levers
SRAM GX DH Trigger, 7-speed
Rear derailleur
SRAM GX DH, 7-speed, medium cage
Cassette
SRAM PG-720 DH, 7-speed, 11-25T
Chain
SRAM PC 1110 (listed as 11-speed)
Crankset
SRAM Descendant 6K, 1x
Bottom bracket
SRAM DUB BSA (BSA 73mm)
Front brake
SRAM Code R
Rear brake
SRAM Code R
Front rotor
220mm (SRAM Centerline)
Rear rotor
200mm (SRAM Centerline)
Wheelset
Front wheel
Sun Ringle Duroc, 20x110mm, 6-bolt, aluminum
Rear wheel
Sun Ringle Duroc SH11, 12x148mm, 6-bolt, aluminum
Front tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" Wide Trail
Rear tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4"
Cockpit
Stem
Canyon G5, 45mm length, 31.8mm clamp, 1 1/8" steerer
Handlebars
Canyon G5 aluminum, 30mm rise
Saddle
Ergon SMD20
Seatpost
Canyon G5 aluminum, 30.9mm diameter, 300mm length
Grips
Canyon G5
Builds
While the broader Torque family includes various enduro-leaning configurations, the DH CLLCTV SRAM GX DH 7s build is a dedicated park and downhill sled. Priced at $2,499, this aluminum-framed model strips away climbing pretense entirely, opting for a 190mm-travel RockShox BoXXer dual-crown fork and a RockShox Vivid Coil rear shock.
The drivetrain is purpose-built for gravity riding, featuring a 7-speed SRAM GX DH setup with a tight 11-25T cassette. Braking is handled by SRAM Code R four-piston calipers paired with a massive 220mm front rotor and a 200mm rear, ensuring consistent stopping power under heavy abuse. The rolling stock consists of durable Sun Ringle Duroc aluminum wheels wrapped in Maxxis Minion DHR II tires with Wide Trail casings.
This specific build represents a highly focused, budget-conscious entry point for riders who rely on chairlifts or shuttles. By utilizing an aluminum frame and omitting a dropper post in favor of a fixed Canyon G5 alloy seatpost, the DH CLLCTV prioritizes raw descending capability and component durability over pedaling efficiency or low overall weight.
DH CLLCTV SRAM GX DH 7s
$2,499
SKU 3979 · TV NoiseSelected
Reviews
Reviewers consistently characterize the Torque as a massive, highly capable descender that requires an assertive riding style to maximize its performance. On steep, fast terrain, the bike excels. Testers found it to be a "beastly steeps machine" (NSMB) that encourages riders to "plough through nasty rockgardens without hesitation" (Enduro MTB). The robust frame and long wheelbase provide immense stability when gravity takes over.
However, the bike's cornering dynamics and suspension support drew mixed reactions, particularly depending on the shock specification. While air-sprung models were praised for feeling "supportive and vast, but not overly piggy" (NSMB), the coil-equipped versions presented a different challenge. One reviewer noted that the coil shock "tends to rush through its travel" (Enduro MTB), which creates an "unbalanced, rear-heavy weight distribution" (Enduro MTB). To compensate in flat or tight corners, riders must actively load the front wheel to maintain traction.
Climbing is generally viewed as a necessary chore rather than a strength. Despite a comfortable seated position, the bike is considered sluggish on ascents, with noticeable suspension bob under pedaling loads. Ultimately, the consensus points to a bike that rewards aggressive, high-speed descending but demands deliberate rider input to navigate tighter trails.
