Trek Fuel EXe 8 XT 2024
2024 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,599$
Weight | 20.1 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 36
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Groupset XT, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor TQ 250W 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery TQ 360Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, removable battery, internal routing, alloy rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, upper chain guide mount, 55mm chainline, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, UDH, 140mm travel
Suspension Fork
Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 150mm travel
Rear Shock
Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 205mm x 60mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165mm length
Chain
Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12 speed
Wheels
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
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
Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Headset
Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager Line Dropper, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 310mm length; Size: M, Bontrager Line Dropper, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 410mm length; Size: L, XL, Bontrager Line Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 450mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
TQ-HPR50, 50 Nm, 250 watt maximum continuous rated power, 300 watt peak power
Battery
TQ 360Wh
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 | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.23 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 334 mm | 341 mm | 334 mm | 341 mm | 334 mm | 341 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 751 mm | 751 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 840 mm | 839 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 124 mm | 127 mm | 124 mm | 127 mm | 124 mm | 127 mm | 124 mm | 127 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm | 631 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 431 mm | 425 mm | 456 mm | 450 mm | 486 mm | 480 mm | 511 mm | 505 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 570 mm | 596 mm | 597 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm | 653 mm | 655 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.3 ° | 76.8 ° | 77.3 ° | 76.8 ° | 77.3 ° | 76.8 ° | 77.3 ° | 76.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.3 ° | 64.8 ° | 65.3 ° | 64.8 ° | 65.3 ° | 64.8 ° | 65.3 ° | 64.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1184 mm | 1185 mm | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1243 mm | 1244 mm | 1273 mm | 1273 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 32 mm | 39 mm | 32 mm | 39 mm | 32 mm | 39 mm | 32 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 729 mm | 723 mm | 730 mm | 724 mm | 736 mm | 730 mm | 756 mm | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fuel EXe 8 XT is part of the Trek E Fuel model. Trek launched 15 e-bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek E Fuel e-bikes models from 2024, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Fuel EXe 5 2024 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5499$. Trek Fuel EXe 9.9 XX AXS T-Type 2024 on the other hand costs 13999$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6599$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 96.11% higher than the price of the average Trail e-bike.
Trail e-bikes average weight
Trail e-bikes weigh an average of 23.02 kg (50.75 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 20.1 kg (44.31 lbs), the Fuel EXe 8 XT model is considerably lighter than average. In other words, this model is 14.53% lighter than the average Trail e-bike.
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.
Fuel EXe 8 XT components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Rhythm Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Trek Fuel EXe 8 XT e-bike has the Fox Performance Float X model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. 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
When leaving the production line, the Fuel EXe 8 XT model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Fuel EXe 8 XT is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
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.