Trek Farley Ex 9.8 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,499$
Weight | 15.88 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Manitou Mastodon Comp
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo Carbon -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
15.5"
153cm - 167cm
17.5"
170cm - 184cm
19.5"
176cm - 189cm
21.5"
186cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon Fiber
Suspension Fork
Manitou Mastodon 34 Comp, air spring, ABS damper, lockout
Rear Shock
FOX Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 7.25" x 1.875?
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed
Crank
SRAM Stylo Carbon
Bottom Bracket
PF121
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Trek Wampa Carbon 80 SL, Front: 15mm x 150mm, Rear: 12mm x 197mm
Rear Hub
Trek Wampa Carbon 80 SL, Front: 15mm x 150mm, Rear: 12mm x 197mm
Rims
Trek Wampa Carbon 80 SL, tubeless ready, tubeless strips included, valves sold separately
Tires
Bontrager Hodag, 3.8" tubeless ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RS
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RS
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm clamp, 0 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm diameter, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips
Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Headset
FSA IS-2
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 3, titanium rails
Seatpost
Bontrager Drop Line, internal cable routing, 125mm drop, 100mm drop (15.5")
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 352 mm | 352 mm | 352 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 596 mm | 605 mm | 619 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 420 mm | 446 mm | 465 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 597 mm | 626 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.8 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.8 ° | 68.8 ° | 68.8 ° | 68.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1111 mm | 1142 mm | 1169 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 3 mm | 3 mm | 3 mm | 3 mm |
| Standover Height | 792 mm | 770 mm | 749 mm | 755 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 153 cm | 170 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 184 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Farley Ex 9.8 completes the Trek Farley model. 70 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Farley bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Trek Farley 5 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1729$. Trek Farley Ex 9.8 2018 on the other hand costs 5499$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Fatbike bikes
If you want an acceptable Fatbike bike you should know that the average price is 1743$. However, you could also get a good Fatbike bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5499$. If we compare this with the average Fatbike bike cost we notice that the price is 215.49% more expensive.
Fatbike bikes average weight
Fatbike bikes weigh an average of 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 15.88 kg (35.01 lbs), the Farley Ex 9.8 model is much heavier than average. In short, the average Fatbike bike weight is 20.3% lower than this one.
Farley Ex 9.8 components
Fork
The Farley Ex 9.8 comes factory-installed with the Manitou Mastodon Comp fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the FOX Performance Float EVOL rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Farley Ex 9.8 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ carbon model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Farley Ex 9.8 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Trek Farley Ex 9.8 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 153 cm – 196 cm (5.02 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Farley Ex 9.8. 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.