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Fuel EX Jr
A 26″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with upper mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$1,889| Weight | 28.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 90 / 90mm |
| Fork | X-Fusion VELVET |
| Shock | X-Fusion |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Trek Fuel series is celebrated for its innovative frame design and versatile performance, making it a standout in the mountain-youth category. Its suspension system, particularly the Active Braking Pivot (ABP) and RE:aktiv technology, delivers a plush ride that excels both uphill and downhill. The bikes are noted for their stiff frames, efficient climbing, and confident handling, though some models could benefit from upgrades like tubeless wheelsets and dropper posts.
Innovative frame and suspension design
Efficient climbing with good traction
Confident and balanced handling
High-quality components and durable construction
Versatile performance across various terrains
Non-tubeless wheelset and tyres on some models
Lack of a dropper post in entry-level builds
Narrow bars limiting aggressive riding
Basic wheelset with workaday hubs
Some models have front suspension that can't match the rear's performance
A great full-sus all-rounder with an innovative frame.
CyclistTrek's Fuel EX 7 29er contains modern bike technology with a classic ride feel
BikeRadarNo matter where and how we rode it during our year-long test the Fuel EX reaffirmed the outstanding credentials that earned it its 'best in test' badge
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineIf your long-legged enduro bike is a chainsaw, the Fuel EX rides like a surgeon’s scalpel.
Loam WolfThe carbon fronted Trek Fuel EX 9.7 29 is easily the stiffest bike in those we tested.
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Dec 2019
The Quintessential letterman athlete—pulling straight A's, playing hoops and running track, with manners perfect for meeting the parents.
Nov 2019 · Jeremy Benson
The Fuel EX 8 is an impressively capable, versatile, and well-rounded trail bike that is ready for anything you are. Trek redesigned the Fuel EX models for...
Relatively affordable
Good component spec for the price
Great small bump compliance
Versatile/well-rounded
Frame sizing feels a little small
Can be overwhelmed in super aggressive terrain
Oct 2019 · McCoy
One seriously light and capable bike
Sep 2019 · Pinkbike Originals
The Fuel EX and Tallboy are both brand new and impressively capable trail bikes, but which one do we prefer? Levy and Kazimer ride both and pick the winner.
Apr 2019 · Rob Mitchell
We've been testing two 2019 130mm travel 29er trail bikes; the GT Sensor Expert and the Trek Fuel EX 9.7. Here we review the Trek Fuel EX.
Feb 2019 · Dale Tiessen
Let’s be clear - Trek’s Top Fuel is a XC race weapon. This is not your typical ‘Whistler XC’ bike, which the greater industry may characterize as a ‘trail’ or ‘all mountain’ bike. The Top Fuel is designed for World Cup XC race courses. It is meant to be precise, light and fast.
Jan 2019
Planning a trip to Derby late last year we were faced with a tough call to make, what bike should we take for someone who’s never been there before? The Fjord Lord, our friend from Terrengsykkel, Norway’s best mountain bike magazine was visiting, and he’s a great photographer and keen adventurer, but he was bike-less …
An ideal trail bike for adventures.
Buttery smooth suspension.
Holds its own in the black run trails.
Rattling brake pads.
Heavy thumb lever for dropper.
Oct 2018 · Joseph Delves
A great full-sus all-rounder with an innovative frame
| Frame | Alpha Gold Aluminum, ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, EVO link, 90mm travel |
|---|---|
| Fork | X-Fusion Velvet RL, air spring, rebound, lockout, E2 tapered steerer, 90mm travel Travel: 90mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | X-Fusion Microlite RL, air spring, rebound, lockout, 152x32mm Travel: 90mm |
| Bottom Bracket | sealed cartridge |
| Headset | Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 25.4mm, 15mm rise |
| Saddle | Dialed 24˝ size, padded |
| Seatpost | Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Bontrager Race |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore, high direct mount |
| Crank | Alloy, 24/32 w/bashguard |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore, 10 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M315 hydraulic disc Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager AT-650 32-hole double-walled alloy |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Formula DC20 alloy |
| Rear Hub | Formula DC22 alloy |
| Tires | Bontrager XR2, 26x2.20˝ |
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Last updated February 15
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