Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,999$
Weight | 13.1 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 -
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, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel; OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel
Suspension Fork
Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel
Rear Shock
Size: XS, S, Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
Crank
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Rims
NEW Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Tires
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, 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: XS, S, Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.50''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RS 4-piston hydraulic disc
Disk Rotors
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180mm; Size: M, ML, L, XL, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 35mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Handlebar
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width; Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on; Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, 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: XS, S, Bontrager Line Elite, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length; Size: XS, S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length; Size: M, ML, Bontrager Line Elite, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length; Size: M, ML, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length; Size: L, XL, Bontrager Line Elite, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length; Size: L, XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 480mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS High | XS 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 | 1.35 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 | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm | 346 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 684 mm | 707 mm | 708 mm | 743 mm | 744 mm | 760 mm | 761 mm | 775 mm | 776 mm | 806 mm | 807 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 |
| Trail | 106 mm | 111 mm | 106 mm | 111 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 | 615 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 406 mm | 401 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 | 552 mm | 573 mm | 574 mm | 608 mm | 609 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 639 mm | 640 mm | 668 mm | 669 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 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 | 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 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 120 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 |
| Wheelbase | 1125 mm | 1126 mm | 1149 mm | 1150 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 |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 701 mm | 714 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" |
About this model
Fuel EX 9.8 GX belongs to the Trek Fuel model. Trek launched 277 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek Fuel EX 5 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2449$. Trek Fuel EX 9.9 X01 AXS 2022 on the other hand costs 9147$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Trek released this model in 2022, its price was 5999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fuel EX 9.8 GX price is 117.2% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 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.
slightly heavier than average, Fuel EX 9.8 GX has a weight of 13.1 kg (28.88 lbs). In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 0.92% less than Fuel EX 9.8 GX.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Fuel EX 9.8 GX components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Size: XS, with a travel distance of 130mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over 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 9.8 GX 2022, has a 27.5″ carbon model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Fuel EX 9.8 GX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.