Trek Fuel EX 9.8 Custom, MD/LG (2023) Deep Smoke

$5,699.99
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Fuel EX 9.8 is an all-around trail bike that blends the light, smooth ride of a carbon frame with upgraded parts made for hard rides.

This custom Fuel EX 9.8 comes with SRAM GX Mechanical drive train, Blackbird Send 29" Aluminum wheels, Fox Float X rear shock, Lyric Select+ fork and XT 4p brakes.

Why you'll love it

  1. You'll get the lightweight and vibration-damping benefits of a full carbon frame, and geometry built to handle anything
  2. It comes with light and stiff carbon wheels that make quick work of technical terrain and keep you on your line, even when things get hairy
  3. With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
  4. Trek expanded its size range to ensure a better fit for all riders and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels

It's right for you

You're chasing long flowy and technical descents, and want to pedal back to the top for more, lap after lap. You want the vibration-damping benefits of a carbon frame and carbon wheels, plus upgraded suspension that smooths out the rough and rowdy.

The final word

Fuel EX 9.8 is the culmination of years of trail riding and progression, with longer front-end geometry for tackling steeper and hairier descents, and a steeper seat tube to keep you perched on climbs. It's equipped with the cherry-picked components you want, like upgraded suspension, carbon wheels, and a SRAM GX drivetrain.

Sizing & Fit

This Medium/Large frame generally fits riders 5'8"-6'1", but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit.

The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts here at Sunshine Bicycle Center.

Specifications

  • Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travel
  • Fork: Lyric Select+
  • Shock: Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
  • Wheels front:Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
  • Hub front: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
  • Hub rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
  • Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
  • Rim: Bontrager Line Elite 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
  • Tires: Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
  • Shifter: Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
  • Rear derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, long cage
  • Crank: Shimano XT M8120, 30T, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
  • Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
  • Cassette: Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
  • Chain: Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12 speed
  • Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
  • Seatpost: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 440mm length
  • Integrated Bar Stem: Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5mm handlebar rise, 820mm width, 0 degree stem rise, 45mm stem length
  • Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
  • Headset: Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
  • Brake: XT Four-piston
  • Brake rotor: Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 203mm
  • Bag: Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
  • Weight limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).