Trek Bike Fuel Ex 9.8 GX 2022

Fuel EX 9.8 combines a light full-carbon frame with parts chosen for the highest performance-to-price ratio. High-end 130mm rear and 140mm front FOX suspension with upgraded front and rear dampers, carbon wheels with a Rapid Drive rear hub, and SRAM's latest, widest-range drivetrain give this model an extra edge you'll notice from the first pedal stroke.

You want a single bike that can handle any trail with the light weight and vibration damping of a carbon frame. You're willing to pay for parts that give you a better connection with the trail, but you'd rather skip the bling.

A light and stiff full-carbon frame with internal storage, FOX Performance 36 fork with wider stanchions for more stiffness on rough terrain, and a RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft shock. SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain with a leg-saving 52-tooth climbing gear, plus Bontrager carbon wheels with a 108-tooth Rapid Drive hub for instant engagement.

Fuel EX 9.8 is a great investment for one bike that does it all. You get a light carbon frame, but it's the parts that make this model, like the extra-adjustable GRIP damper, the magic-carpet ride of Thru Shaft, and the blistering acceleration of carbon wheels with a Rapid Drive hub.

Fuel EX 9.8 will take your riding to the next level with a parts package that gives you top-shelf performance without the top-shelf price tag
RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft works faster than a normal shock, so it tracks the ground better and keeps you in control
The Fox Performance 36 fork gives you four-way damping adjustments for extra-dialed suspension
We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders. And, you get the fastest wheel that fits your frame: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M to XL get 29˝ wheels

Frame	OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel
Fork	Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel
*Shock	Size: XS , S Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm
*Shock	Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm
Max compatible fork travel	150mm (561mm axle-to-crown)

Wheel front	Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Wheel rear	Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, 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, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, 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
*Tire	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120tpi, 29.x2.40''
	Size: XS , S Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.60''
	Size: XS , S Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.50''
	Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60''
	Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Tire part	Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
Rim strip	Bontrager TLR
Max tire size	Frame: 29x2.60" Fork: See manufacturer

Shifter	SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear derailleur	SRAM GX Eagle
*Crank	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length
*Crank	Size: S , M , ML , L , XL SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length
Bottom bracket	SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
Cassette	SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
Chain	SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Max chainring size	34T

Saddle	Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
*Seatpost	Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Elite, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length
	Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length
	Size: M , ML Bontrager Line Elite, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length
	Size: M , ML Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length
	Size: L , XL Bontrager Line Elite, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length
	Size: L , XL Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length
*Handlebar	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
*Handlebar	Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
*Grips	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
*Grips	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XR Trail Elite, alloy lock-on
*Stem	Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 35mm length
*Stem	Size: M , ML , L , XL Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Headset	Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Brake	SRAM G2 RS 4-piston hydraulic disc
*Brake rotor	Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180mm
*Brake rotor	Size: M , ML , L , XL SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200mm

Bag	Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag

Weight	M - 13.10 kg / 28.89 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
Weight limit	This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).

We reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colors, materials, and pricing. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice.

Bike and frame weights are based off pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.

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