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Fuel EX 8 XT
A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$3,799| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano 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
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
Oct 2020
My history of mountain biking started with a little wooden trike, with no pedals and wheels bigger than my head. I moved forward as any child does onto a bigger bike with bigger wheels and pedals. My parents always encouraged me to get outside and ride a bike, although I didn’t like the idea of mountain biking. I knew how to ride a bike; why go any further?
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.6" Color: Rage Red to Dnister Black Fade |
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| Fork | Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit |
| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Stem | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 40mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 750mm width; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width |
| Seatpost | Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 345mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Line Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog |
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| Crank | Size: XS, S, Shimano SLX M7100, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano SLX M7100, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 4-piston caliper Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
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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 | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Tires | Size: XS, S, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.40''; Size: XS, S, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.60''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.40''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60'' |
| Disc Rotors | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm |
First added July 17
Last updated April 16
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