Trek Slash 9.8 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,881$
Weight | 14.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB 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
carbon frame
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 170 mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 230 mm x 62.5 mm
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 GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 m, BSA threaded
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Line Elite 30, Tubeless-Ready
Tires
Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50"; Size: S, M, ML, 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, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 820mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 345 mm length; Size: M, ML, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 440 mm length; Size: L, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 485 mm length; Size: XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 200 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 550 mm 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 | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 763 mm | 762 mm | 778 mm | 786 mm | 808 mm | 807 mm | 829 mm | 828 mm | 870 mm | 869 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 35 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 616 mm | 613 mm | 617 mm | 617 mm | 621 mm | 626 mm | 630 mm | 649 mm | 653 mm |
| Reach | 426 mm | 420 mm | 451 mm | 445 mm | 469 mm | 464 mm | 486 mm | 481 mm | 516 mm | 511 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 580 mm | 604 mm | 605 mm | 623 mm | 624 mm | 642 mm | 644 mm | 678 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 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 | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1192 mm | 1207 mm | 1217 mm | 1237 mm | 1238 mm | 1258 mm | 1259 mm | 1299 mm | 1300 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 700 | 744 mm | 738 mm | 744 mm | 738 mm | 754 mm | 748 mm | 774 mm | 768 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Slash 9.8 belongs to the Trek Slash model. There are 117 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek Slash bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Trek Slash 7 Gen 5 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3299$. On the other hand, Trek Slash 9.9 XX1 Flight Attendant Gen 5 2023, is the most expensive and costs 10749$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Trek released this model in 2023, its price was 6370$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Slash 9.8 price is 76.99% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14 kg (30.86 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs), the Slash 9.8 model is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 3.57% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Slash 9.8 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox ZEB Select+ fork installed. The fork’s travel is 170mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Slash 9.8 has a rear shock with a travel of 160mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Slash 9.8 are the 29″ carbon type. 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 bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Slash 9.8 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
The Trek model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!