Trek Slash 9.8 XT 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,399$
Weight | 13.4 kg 
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 Lyrik Select
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 150mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2 RC damper, tapered steerer, 42mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT3, DebonAir spring, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 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
Size: S, Shimano XT M8100, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: M, L, XL, Shimano XT M8100, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Wheels
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Line Carbon 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Tires
Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager SE4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.40''; Size: S, M, L, XL, 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
Size: S, M, L, XL, Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm; Size: S, M, L, XL, Shimano RT66, 203mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 820mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, alloy 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, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 400mm length; Size: XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length; Size: L, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length
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 | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 739 mm | 738 mm | 754 mm | 753 mm | 787 mm | 785 mm | 815 mm | 814 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 117 mm | 114 mm | 117 mm | 114 mm | 117 mm | 114 mm | 117 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 606 mm | 602 mm | 606 mm | 612 mm | 616 mm | 625 mm | 629 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 404 mm | 425 mm | 419 mm | 453 mm | 447 mm | 475 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 583 mm | 585 mm | 598 mm | 600 mm | 629 mm | 631 mm | 655 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 73.6 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.6 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.6 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6 ° | 65.1 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.1 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.1 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 429 mm | 427 mm | 429 mm | 427 mm | 429 mm | 427 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1165 mm | 1166 mm | 1180 mm | 1181 mm | 1213 mm | 1213 mm | 1241 mm | 1242 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 21 mm | 28 mm | 21 mm | 28 mm | 21 mm | 28 mm | 21 mm | 28 mm |
| Standover Height | 751 mm | 745 mm | 753 mm | 747 mm | 764 mm | 758 mm | 775 mm | 769 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Slash 9.8 XT completes the Trek Slash model. 117 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Slash 8 2020 has a starting price of 3699$. Trek Slash 9.9 X01 AXS 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8999$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Slash 9.8 XT price is 77.8% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 13.4 kg (29.54 lbs), Trek bike is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 6.49% lighter than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
Trek Slash 9.8 XT 2020 bike is equipped with the RockShox Lyrik Select fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
Trek Slash 9.8 XT bike has the RockShox Deluxe RT3 model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. 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
The Slash 9.8 XT 2020 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Slash 9.8 XT. 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.