Trek Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
13,299$
Weight | 23.05 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 Ultimate
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Groupset XTR, 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 Ultimate, AirWiz, 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 Thru Shaft, AirWiz, 230mm x 57.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100, Shadow Plus, long cage, 51T max cog
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XTR M9101, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec, 34T alloy, 55mm chainline
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
Shimano Dura-Ace/XTR M9100, 12 speed
Pedals
Wellgo VPE-536
Wheels
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, 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
Shimano XTR M9120 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 Race Edition, smart system, magnesium motor body, 85 Nm, 20 mph or 32 km/h max assist (25 km/h max assist in EU and APAC)
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 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 is a Trek E Rail model. 66 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek E Rail e-bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Rail 5 Gen 2 2023 has a starting price of 4699$. Trek Rail 9.9 XX1 AXS Gen 4 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 13799$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4785$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 13299$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro e-bike to this one, you will see that Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 price is 177.93% 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). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 23.05 kg (50.82 lbs), the Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 model is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 1.61% lighter than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Trek Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 2023 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox ZEB Ultimate fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 has a rear shock with a travel of 150mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe Thru Shaft is the one installed in this e-bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Rail 9.9 CX Race Gen 4 model has 29″ carbon wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your e-bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
The Trek model is also equipped with a dropper post. 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.