Bike Condition Summary - 4/5:
The Fuel EX 8 is a dialled trail bike for riders who chase down rowdy descents and want a bike that's happy to pedal back to the top and do it again. It has a stout alloy frame and an upgraded Shimano XT drivetrain for smooth precise shifting. The 150 mm Fox Rhythm fork makes easy work of rocks and roots while the Fox Float X shock keeps you in control. New in-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that come with the carbon model, but without the lofty price tag.
It's right for you if...
You want a full-suspension trail bike that prioritises suspension and shifting performance over a more expensive carbon frame.
The tech you get
A light and stiff alloy frame with 150 mm FOX Rhythm fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. A Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain for snappy shifting, and tubeless-ready Bontrager wheels. Plus, new adjustable geometry that lets you take control of your set-up.
Why you'll love it
The final word
For the rider who doesn't want to be limited on the trail, the Fuel EX 8 is ready to handle everything. Its progressive trail geometry is built to keep you charging, and upgraded components are they cherry on top.
fork | Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle |
shock | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
wheel front | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
rim | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width |
seatpost | TranzX JD-YSP39, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
seatpost travel | XS/S - 100mm; M/ML - 150mm; L/XL/XXL - 170mm |
handlebar | Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise |
stem | Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree |
stem length | XS/S - 35mm; M/ML/L/XL/XXL - 45mm |
head set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
brake | Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 calliper |
brake rotor | Shimano RT66, 6-bolt |
weight | M – 15.65 kg/34.51 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
wheel rear | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
tyre | Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi |
frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, 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, 140 mm travel |
Frame Material | Alloy |
Fork Material | Suspension |
Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
Groupset Brand | Shimano |
Groupset Model | XT |
Fork Brand | Fox |
Fork Travel | 141 - 170mm |
Shock Travel | 121 - 140mm |
Shifting Type | Mechanical |
Pedals Included | No |
Drivetrain Gearing | 1 x 12 |
Ride Style | Trail |
Fork | Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle |
Shock | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
Wheel Front | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
Hub Front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
Hub Rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
Rim | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
Shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width |
Seatpost | TranzX JD-YSP39, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
Seatpost travel | XS/S - 100mm; M/ML - 150mm; L/XL/XXL - 170mm |
Handlebar | Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise |
Stem | Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree |
Stem Length | XS/S - 35mm; M/ML/L/XL/XXL - 45mm |
Head Set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
BRAKE | Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 calliper |
BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT66, 6-bolt |
Weight | M – 15.65 kg/34.51 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
Wheel Rear | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
Tyre | Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi |
FRAME | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, 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, 140 mm travel |
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