Trek Rail 9.8 GX AXS Gen 4 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
10,299$
Weight | 23.9 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 GX Eagle AXS, X1 -
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 Electronic -
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
SRAM GX Eagle AXS
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
Crank
SRAM X1 1000, 34T, 165mm length
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
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
SRAM Code R 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 GX AXS Gen 4 is a Trek E Rail model. Trek released 66 e-bikes variations of this model so far. 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 cheapest e-bike model and costs 4699$. Trek Rail 9.9 XX1 AXS Gen 4 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 13799$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 10299$. If we compare this with the average Enduro e-bike cost we notice that the price is 115.24% higher.
Average weight for Enduro e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro e-bike, we get 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 23.9 kg (52.69 lbs), the Rail 9.8 GX AXS Gen 4 model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 2.05% heavier than the average Enduro e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox ZEB Select+ model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Rail 9.8 GX AXS Gen 4 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Rail 9.8 GX AXS Gen 4. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.