Trek Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,399$
Weight | 14.95 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Sektor
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, down tube guard, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 130mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sektor Silver RL, Solo Air, TurnKey lockout, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 140mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, high direct mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 36/22
Bottom Bracket
PF92
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, Boost110
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, Boost148
Rims
SUNringlé Duroc 40 SL 28-hole (tubeless strips and valves included)
Tires
Bontrager Chupacabra, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 27.5x2.80"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, Knock Block, 31.8mm, 0 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 720mm width
Grips
Bontrager Race
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm |
| Front Center | 690 mm | 725 mm | 742 mm | 757 mm | 783 mm | 816 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 600 mm | 600 mm | 600 mm | 609 mm | 642 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 427 mm | 444 mm | 459 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 594 mm | 611 mm | 626 mm | 651 mm | 680 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 419 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1115 mm | 1150 mm | 1167 mm | 1182 mm | 1208 mm | 1241 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 761 mm | 741 mm | 736 mm | 731 mm | 741 mm | 781 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus is a Trek Fuel model. Trek released 277 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Fuel bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Fuel EX Jr 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1889$. Trek Fuel EX 9.9 29 2017 on the other hand costs 8399$, 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 Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 2399$. In conclusion, this bike price is 15.13% smaller than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus weighs 14.95 kg (32.96 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 15.18% less than Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Sektor model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus 2017, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Fuel EX 5 27.5 Plus is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.