Trek Rail 9.8 XT 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
8,499$
Weight | 22.34 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 Select
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Groupset XT, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube 625 -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, magnesium rocker link, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 150mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper, eMTB optimized crown, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Rear Shock
NEW RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3, DebonAir spring, Thru Shaft 3-position damper, 230x57.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 34T, 165mm length
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle; Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Tires
Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.60''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston hydraulic disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 203mm
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 Comp, nylon lock-on
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length; Size: M, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length; Size: L, XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX, magnesium motor body, 250 watt, 85 Nm, 20mph or 32km/h max assist
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 625
Charger
Bosch standard 4A (100-240V) charger
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 750 mm | 774 mm | 775 mm | 797 mm | 797 mm | 831 mm | 831 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 620 mm | 623 mm | 629 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 413 mm | 443 mm | 438 mm | 463 mm | 458 mm | 492 mm | 488 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 581 mm | 604 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm | 658 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1188 mm | 1189 mm | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1236 mm | 1236 mm | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 751 mm | 746 mm | 763 mm | 758 mm | 760 mm | 755 mm | 758 mm | 753 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Rail 9.8 XT belongs to the Trek E Rail model. There are 66 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek Rail 5 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5499$. Trek Rail 9.9 X01 AXS 2021 on the other hand costs 12999$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro e-bike you should know that the average price is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Rail 9.8 XT price was 8499$. Comparing this to the average Enduro e-bike price, we see that the price is 77.62% higher.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro e-bikes is 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.
Rail 9.8 XT weighs 22.34 kg (49.25 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 4.83% lighter than the average weight of Enduro e-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.
Rail 9.8 XT components
Fork
Trek Rail 9.8 XT 2021 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox ZEB Select fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
Trek Rail 9.8 XT e-bike has the NEW RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3 model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Rail 9.8 XT model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. 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, your safety is in good hands.
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.