Trek Fuel EX 9.8 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,499$
Weight | 13.17 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
carbon frame
Suspension Fork
Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel
Rear Shock
Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-50, 12 speed
Crank
Truvativ Descendant 7k Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Line Carbon 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Tires
Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.60''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston hydraulic disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 40mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm 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
Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS High | XS Low | SM High | SM Low | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | MD/LG High | MD/LG Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 335 mm | 341 mm | 335 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 684 mm | 684 mm | 708 mm | 708 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 744 mm | 744 mm | 761 mm | 761 mm | 776 mm | 776 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 111 mm | 108 mm | 111 mm | 115 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 | 614 mm | 611 mm | 614 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 633 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 |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 556 mm | 573 mm | 574 mm | 583 mm | 584 mm | 608 mm | 609 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 639 mm | 640 mm | 667 mm | 669 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 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 356 mm | 355 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 395 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 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 ° |
| 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 |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 441 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 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 14 mm | 21 mm | 14 mm | 21 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 | 708 mm | 713 mm | 708 mm | 753 mm | 747 mm | 758 mm | 752 mm | 760 mm | 754 mm | 782 mm | 776 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fuel EX 9.8 belongs to the Trek Fuel model. There are 277 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Fuel EX 5 2020 has a starting price of 2099$. Trek Fuel EX 9.9 X01 AXS 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8999$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Trek released this model in 2020, its price was 5499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fuel EX 9.8 price is 99.09% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
slightly heavier than average, Fuel EX 9.8 has a weight of 13.17 kg (29.03 lbs). In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 1.46% less than Fuel EX 9.8.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Performance Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Trek Fuel EX 9.8 bike has the Fox Performance Float EVOL model installed, and has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The Fuel EX 9.8 2020 bike is equipped with 27.5″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. 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 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.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.