Trek Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,719$
Weight | 3.15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Suspension Full
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel
Rear Shock
Size: XS, S, Fox Factory Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, Kashima Coat, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Fox Factory Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, Kashima Coat, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x55mm
Cockpit
Stem
Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 40mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" High | 14" Low | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 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 | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.24 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 335 mm | 341 mm | 335 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 684 mm | 707 mm | 708 mm | 718 mm | 719 mm | 743 mm | 744 mm | 760 mm | 761 mm | 775 mm | 776 mm | 806 mm | 807 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 106 mm | 111 mm | 106 mm | 111 mm | 115 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 569 mm | 574 mm | 578 mm | 611 mm | 615 mm | 611 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 406 mm | 401 mm | 426 mm | 421 mm | 426 mm | 421 mm | 451 mm | 446 mm | 466 mm | 461 mm | 481 mm | 476 mm | 506 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 552 mm | 573 mm | 574 mm | 583 mm | 584 mm | 608 mm | 609 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 639 mm | 640 mm | 668 mm | 669 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 356 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1125 mm | 1126 mm | 1149 mm | 1150 mm | 1159 mm | 1160 mm | 1184 mm | 1185 mm | 1201 mm | 1202 mm | 1216 mm | 1217 mm | 1247 mm | 1248 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 14 mm | 21 mm | 14 mm | 21 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 701 mm | 714 mm | 708 mm | 714 mm | 708 mm | 753 mm | 747 mm | 758 mm | 752 mm | 760 mm | 754 mm | 782 mm | 776 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset completes the Trek Fuel model. 277 frames 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 Fuel EX AL Gen 5 Frameset 2023 is the most affordable frame of this model and has a price of 2319$. On the other hand, Trek Fuel EX C Frameset Gen 6 2023, is the most expensive and costs 3899$.
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 frames
If you want to purchase a solid Trail frame, it is important to know that the average cost is 1736$. However, even though the average price of a Trail frame is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality frame. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the frame and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3719$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset price is 114.23% higher than the average cost of a Trail frame.
Trail frames average weight
Trail frames weigh an average of 2.88 kg (6.35 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.
Trek Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset it’s weighing 3.15 kg (6.94 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 9.38% heavier than the average weight of Trail frames.
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.
Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset components
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Size: XS rear shock model, which has a travel of 130mm. 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.