2022 Trek
Fuel EX 7
A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$3,499| Weight | 31.9 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold RL |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Jun 2023 · Scotty Prendergast
Arguably one of the all-time most popular bike models of any MTB on the planet, the ‘Fuel Ex’ has been at the peak of Trek’s MTB line-up for as long as anyone can remember and it has had no fewer than six major design overhauls during that time. Late last year Trek unveiled their newest reinvention of the ‘do it all trail bike’ which rolls out of the store boasting a ton of rider customisation features, including a choice of [...]
May 2023 · Jeremy Benson
The new Gen 6, Fuel EX 9.8 is the burliest, most versatile, and most capable Fuel yet; truly up for whatever you want to ride. Trek completely redesigned...
Apr 2023 · Drew Rohde
While the new Trek Fuel EX may have alienated a few riders, it will no doubt be a welcome redesign for a lot more riders!
Fast, confident and ready to rock!
More capable than ever
Great downtube storage solution
Adjustable and versatile geometry options
Med/Large size
Bar/Stem combo
SE5 Tires in the wet
Some may not like the newer, burlier bike’s transition
Dec 2022 · Ian Collins
A couple months ago, I was on the hunt for a new mid-travel personal bike and found myself largely unconvinced by most of the offerings on the market. Then a new, highly adjustable and longer in the tooth Trek Fuel EX was announced. When I reached out to Trek to inquire about testing one they offered to send a frameset for me to build out. On paper given that it had my ideal geometry, loads of adjustments (including leverage rate!), internal storage and the options of air or coil and mullet or straight 29″, this was the ultimate Swiss army
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
Oct 2022
All-new for 2023, the Trek Fuel EX is no doubt the burliest yet. How does it compare to the competition? Read on for our Trek Fuel EX review.
Sturdy, flex-free chassis
Superb geometry with adjustable head angle
Efficient & comfortable climbing performance
Coil shock, big fork & mullet compatibility
Mechanic-friendly frame furnishings
Internal storage
Frame is on the heavy side
Rear shock tune lacks small-bump suppleness
Rattly rear thru-axle lever
Sep 2022
New geometry, more travel, and even better suspension improves Trek's mid-weight trail bike.
Sep 2022
Trek's top-tier Fuel EX 9.9 XX1 AXS delights on the climbs and tackles downhill terrain with it's slack (and very adjustable) geometry.
| Frame | alloy frame BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.6" Colors: Trek Black / Radioactive Red; Dark Prismatic; Dark Aquatic / Trek Black |
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| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 140mm travel Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm; Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x55mm Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit |
| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
| Seatpost | Size: XS, S, TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, TranzX JD-YSP18, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 470mm length Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle |
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| Crank | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, SRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 caliper; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM Level T hydraulic disc; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano hydraulic disc, MT401 lever, MT400 caliper Type: 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, 15mm thru axle |
| Tires | Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 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: 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 RT56, 6-bolt, 180mm; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180mm |
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