Trek Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,649$
Weight | 12.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Pike Select+
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Groupset GX Eagle AXS -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block 2.0, internal guided routing, downtube guard, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 120mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 130mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Ultimate RCT, 185mm x 50mm
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
Size: XS, S, M, M/L, L, SRAM GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55mm chainline, 170 length; Size: XL, SRAM GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55mm chainline, 175 length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73mm, BSA threaded
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Wheels
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Tires
Size: XS, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120tpi, 27.5x2.40''; Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120tpi, 29x2.40''
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RS 4-piston hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Handlebar
Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width; Size: M, M/L, L, XL, Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Headset
Knock Block 2.0 Integrated, 72-degree radius (includes infinite-radius chip), sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 345mm length; Size: M, M/L, 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
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 17.5" High | 17.5" Low | 18.5" High | 18.5" Low | 19.5" High | 19.5" Low | 21.5" High | 21.5" Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.24 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 721 mm | 750 mm | 751 mm | 767 mm | 768 mm | 784 mm | 785 mm | 811 mm | 811 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 120 mm | 123 mm | 120 mm | 123 mm | 120 mm | 123 mm | 120 mm | 123 mm | 120 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 594 mm | 591 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 599 mm | 600 mm | 603 mm | 614 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 414 mm | 410 mm | 444 mm | 440 mm | 459 mm | 455 mm | 474 mm | 470 mm | 494 mm | 490 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 565 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 610 mm | 611 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm | 649 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.9 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.9 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.9 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.9 ° | 75.6 ° | 75.9 ° | 75.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 395 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1148 mm | 1149 mm | 1178 mm | 1179 mm | 1195 mm | 1196 mm | 1212 mm | 1213 mm | 1239 mm | 1239 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 32 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 714 mm | 739 mm | 734 mm | 744 mm | 739 mm | 749 mm | 744 mm | 759 mm | 754 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS belongs to the Trek Top Fuel model. 123 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Top Fuel 5 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2699$. Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XX1 AXS 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 11499$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6649$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 140.73% higher.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.88 kg (28.4 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 12.6 kg (27.78 lbs), Trek bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 2.22% lighter than the average weight of Trail bikes.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Pike Select+ is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Deluxe Ultimate RCT, with a travel distance of 120mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS bike is equipped with the 29″ carbon 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS 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
A dropper post is included with the Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.