Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
8,999$
Weight | 23.5 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Select+
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Groupset XT, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Size: S, Bosch PowerTube 625Wh, smart system; Size: M, L, XL, Bosch PowerTube 750Wh, smart system -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, 1.8'' lower head tube, Bosch System Controller compatible, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), Knock Block 2.0, guided internal routing, 34.9mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 150mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, 1.8'' oversized tapered steerer, eMTB optimized crown, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 230mm x 57.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165mm length
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle; Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''; Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager SE6 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 345mm length; Size: M, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 440mm length; Size: L, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 485mm length; Size: XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 200mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 550mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX, smart system, magnesium motor body, 85 Nm
Battery
Size: S, Bosch PowerTube 625Wh, smart system; Size: M, L, XL, Bosch PowerTube 750Wh, smart system
Charger
Bosch standard 4A, 110V, smart system
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 17.5" High | 17.5" Low | 19.5" High | 19.5" Low | 21.5" High | 21.5" Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 767 mm | 768 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 831 mm | 832 mm | 867 mm | 868 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 133 mm | 130 mm | 133 mm | 130 mm | 133 mm | 130 mm | 133 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 621 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm | 636 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm | 653 mm |
| Reach | 429 mm | 425 mm | 449 mm | 445 mm | 484 mm | 480 mm | 514 mm | 510 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 631 mm | 632 mm | 664 mm | 666 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1206 mm | 1207 mm | 1229 mm | 1229 mm | 1270 mm | 1271 mm | 1306 mm | 1307 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 754 mm | 749 mm | 766 mm | 761 mm | 763 mm | 758 mm | 761 mm | 756 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 is a Trek E Rail model. There are 66 e-bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek E Rail e-bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Rail 5 Gen 2 2023 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 4699$. On the other hand, Trek Rail 9.9 XX1 AXS Gen 4 2023, is the most expensive and costs 13799$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Enduro e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro e-bike you should know that the average price is 4785$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 8999$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 88.07% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro e-bike.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro e-bikes is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 23.5 kg (51.81 lbs), the Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Enduro e-bike weight is 0.34% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 components
Fork
The RockShox ZEB Select+ is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT model, with a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 e-bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Rail 9.8 XT Gen 4. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.