Trek Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,499$
Weight | 14.48 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 35 Gold RL
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
alloy frame
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 140mm travel
Rear Shock
Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm; Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x55mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed
Crank
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, SRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready
Spokes
Size: XS, S, DT Swiss Champion, J-Bend, Black; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 14 g stainless steel, black
Tires
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120tpi, 29.x2.40''; Size: XS, S, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.60''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60''
Brakes
Brakes
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 caliper; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM Level T hydraulic disc; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano hydraulic disc, MT401 lever, MT400 caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm 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, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: XS, S, TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, TranzX JD-YSP18, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 470mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" High | 14" Low | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 17.5" High | 17.5" Low | 18.5" High | 18.5" Low | 19.5" High | 19.5" Low | 21.5" High | 21.5" Low | 23" High | 23" Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.24 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.23 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 335 mm | 341 mm | 335 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 684 mm | 707 mm | 708 mm | 718 mm | 719 mm | 743 mm | 744 mm | 760 mm | 761 mm | 775 mm | 776 mm | 806 mm | 807 mm | 834 mm | 835 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 106 mm | 111 mm | 106 mm | 111 mm | 115 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm | 116 mm | 119 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 569 mm | 574 mm | 578 mm | 611 mm | 615 mm | 611 mm | 615 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm | 647 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 406 mm | 401 mm | 426 mm | 421 mm | 426 mm | 421 mm | 451 mm | 446 mm | 466 mm | 461 mm | 481 mm | 476 mm | 506 mm | 501 mm | 526 mm | 521 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 552 mm | 573 mm | 574 mm | 583 mm | 584 mm | 608 mm | 609 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 639 mm | 640 mm | 668 mm | 669 mm | 693 mm | 694 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 356 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1125 mm | 1126 mm | 1149 mm | 1150 mm | 1159 mm | 1160 mm | 1184 mm | 1185 mm | 1201 mm | 1202 mm | 1216 mm | 1217 mm | 1247 mm | 1248 mm | 1275 mm | 1276 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 14 mm | 21 mm | 14 mm | 21 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 28 mm | 34 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 701 mm | 713 mm | 706 mm | 713 mm | 707 mm | 754 mm | 748 mm | 757 mm | 751 mm | 762 mm | 756 mm | 774 mm | 768 mm | 812 mm | 806 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 is a Trek Fuel model. 277 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Fuel EX 5 Gen 5 2023 has a starting price of 2499$. Trek Fuel EX 9.9 X01 AXS Gen 5 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 10086$.
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 bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 price was 3499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 price is 26.68% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.88 kg (28.4 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.
Trek Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 it’s weighing 14.48 kg (31.92 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 12.42% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox 35 Gold RL model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Trek Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 bike has the Size: XS model installed, and has a travel of 130mm. 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, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 2023, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. 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 Fuel EX 7 Gen 5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
The Trek model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.