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Fuel EX 8
A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
£3,450($4,627)| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Trek Fuel is a versatile and capable trail bike, praised for its improved suspension performance, adjustable geometry, and overall ride quality. It excels in a variety of terrains, offering a balanced mix of climbing efficiency and descending prowess. The bike's RE:aktiv and Thru Shaft shock technologies enhance its bump absorption and pedaling efficiency, making it a favorite among riders for its comfort and traction.
Versatile trail bike
Improved frame stiffness and tire clearance
RE:aktiv and Thru Shaft shock tech enhances ride quality
Adjustable geometry for personalized fit
Good traction and comfort on varied terrain
Frame storage hole too small for some pumps
Stock saddle limits adjustability
Line dropper post slower than leading aftermarket options
Heavy for spec and travel
Costs more than parts sold separately
The Fuel EX is still the Fuel EX. It just got a little bit EX-er.
BIKE MagazineIt’s clearly a brilliantly balanced all-rounder.
Bike PerfectThe new EX is bigger and more capable. It faces tougher competition, but its performance, features, and adaptability make it a compelling option.Bicycling
The Fuel EX has long been a benchmark trail bike.
BikeRadarThe Trek Fuel EX 9.9 is an absolute classic in the trail bike segment.
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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Dec 2022 · Mike Levy
The downtube storage compartment is on the new bike, and while it seems like Trek has put all the things onto the latest Fuel EX, there's one that they didn't: Knock Block.
Wide range of effective geometry adjustments
Just as much fun on smooth trails as it is on scary trails
Great climber, efficient pedaling
One-piece handlebar might be too stiff for some riders
Paint chips easily
Nov 2022 · Matt Miller
The latest Trek Fuel EX trail bike grows in travel and geometry, but still dominates the climbs.
Capable and adaptable mid-travel trail bike
A lot of adjustability
Great price points, and alloy version
Too many options for adjustability?
Sep 2022
New geometry, more travel, and even better suspension improves Trek's mid-weight trail bike.
Jul 2022
This Trek Top Fuel review has it all: Speed, sustainability, shifting mindsets, and thoughts on the new breed of short travel trail bikes.
May 2022 · Guy Kesteven
Trek’s alloy Fuel EX trail mountain bike lacks the latest features but is the overall package still a winner?
Tight, precise frame
Sorted all round handling
Very efficient suspension feel
Durable Shimano kit
Excellent sizing options
Heavy frame
No internal storage
Press fit bottom bracket
Top Fuel is more playful
Jun 2021 · Peter Walker
The Trek Fuel EX has proven itself as an excellent all-rounder in the past. This year, the American brand enters the race with the € 5,999 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX, which combines a high-end frame with a mid-level spec but still features Trek's Thru Shaft shock technology. So does it always have to be top-spec? How big is the difference in performance and how does the Fuel EX 9.8 GX fare against its more expensive peers?
Very comfortable uphill
Intuitive handling
High-quality frame with integrated storage compartment
Tires are very puncture prone and generate little traction
Brakes don't do the bike’s potential justice
Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf
The Trek Fuel EX 9.9 is an absolute classic in the trail bike segment. Could it also be the perfect bike for the next bikepacking adventure with its modern geometry and spare parts compartment in the down tube? We put the Fuel EX to the test.
Maximum fun on the descents
Intuitive and good-natured handling
Storage compartment in the down tube for tools or snacks
Too sluggish on easy terrain
Too much bike for long straights
Chain slap
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130 mm travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.6" Colors: Dark Aquatic / Trek Black; Rage Red to Dnister Black Fade; Alpine Blue / Deep Dark Blue |
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| Fork | Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210 mm x 52.5 mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210 mm x 55 mm Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT500, 92 mm, PressFit |
| Stem | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line, 35 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 40 mm length; Size: XS, S, Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line, 35 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 50 mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 45 mm length |
| Handlebar | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750 mm width; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 780 mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width |
| Seatpost | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Dropper, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 345 mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 440mm length Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
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| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc Type: SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, Presta valve |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion, J-Bend, Black |
| Front Hub | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| Rear Hub | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Tires | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 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, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60"; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| Disc Rotors | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180 mm; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203 mm; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200 mm |
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Last updated August 15
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