A hard-charging trail bike with a light and stiff carbon frame that's smooth and quiet, and holds its own when you pick a line
The Trek Fuel EX 9.8 is loaded with the latest tech like a wireless SRAM GX AXS drivetrain that's super clean-looking and customisable. 150 mm front and 140 mm rear suspension keep you in control on the roughest trails and it's all topped off with carbon Bontrager wheels with a quick-engaging hub.
It's right for you if...
You want a full suspension ride that can handle anything you throw its way. You want the vibration-damping benefits of a carbon frame and wheels and rock-gobbling premium suspension, and appreciate when you can keep your set-up clean and minimalist with wireless 12-speed shifting.
The tech you get
A light-and-stiff carbon frame with a full FOX Performance suspension package that turns chunky rock gardens into smooth sailing. Carbon wheels that keep weight down while offering stiff and reliable tracking. Plus, the wireless shifting of SRAM GX AXS, and tubeless hoops and tyres so you can spend less time fixing flats. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.
Why you'll love it
Internal Storage - Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.
Active Braking - Pivot Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.
Slack or steep, the choice is yours - Install angle-adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking – all without impacting your bottom bracket height.
Adjust the sus for full send - Adjust the leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don’t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.
Size-specific stays - Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.
Business at the front, party at the back - Craving the nimble ride of 27.5˝ wheels but don’t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. The Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link into high, toss on a 160 mm fork and get ready to party.
The final word
The Fuel EX 9.8 is the evolution of years of trail riding, with longer front geometry for taking on steep descents, and a steeper seat tube for hammering back up to do it again. Its carbon frame keeps things light, and SRAM GX AXS shifting takes things up a notch for those who want the latest tech.
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must
be picked up from an approved store.| chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| cassette | SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12-speed |
| rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| wheel rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost 148, 12 mm thru axle |
| bottom bracket | SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 m, BSA threaded |
| tyre | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| wheel front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| fork | Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel |
| shock | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
| head set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| brake | SRAM Code R 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg |
| rear derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
| rim | Bontrager Line Elite 30, Tubeless-Ready |
| shifter | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed |
| crank | SRAM GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 length |
| seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| handlebar/stem (integrated) | Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 45mm stem length |
| brake rotor | SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge 180mm / 200mm |
| electronics | SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
| weight | M – 14.15 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP |
| Frame Material | Carbon |
| Groupset Brand | Sram |
| Fork Brand | Fox |
| Fork Travel | 141 - 170mm |
| Groupset Model | GX Eagle |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Ride Style | Trail |
| BAG | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| Cassette | SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12-speed |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| GRIPS | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| Fork Material | Suspension |
| Wheel Rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost 148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 m, BSA threaded |
| Tyre | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Wheel Front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| Fork | Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel |
| Shock | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
| Head Set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| Hub Rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| BRAKE | SRAM Code R 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
| Rim | Bontrager Line Elite 30, Tubeless-Ready |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed |
| CRANK | SRAM GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 length |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| Handlebar/stem (integrated) | Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 45mm stem length |
| BRAKE ROTOR | SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge 180mm / 200mm |
| Electronics | SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
| Weight | M – 14.15 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| FRAME | OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Drivetrain Gearing | 1 x 12 |
| Shifting Type | Electronic |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.
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