Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
7,999$
Weight | 23.4 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Select+
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Groupset XT, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube 750Wh, smart system -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD High
165cm - 178cm
MD Low
165cm - 178cm
LG High
175cm - 189cm
LG Low
175cm - 189cm
XL High
187cm - 195cm
XL Low
187cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NEW OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, 1.8'' lower head tube, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), Knock Block 2.0, guided internal routing, 34.9mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 150mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper, eMTB optimized crown, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3, DebonAir spring, Thru Shaft 3-position damper, 230mm x 57.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165mm length
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Tires
Size: M, L, XL, Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''; Size: M, L, XL, Bontrager SE6 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree, 45mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.8'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: M, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 440mm length; Size: L, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 485mm length; Size: XL, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 200mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 550mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX, smart system, magnesium motor body, 85 Nm
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 750Wh, smart system
Charger
Bosch standard 4A, 110V, smart system
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 790 mm | 790 mm | 831 mm | 832 mm | 867 mm | 868 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 133 mm | 130 mm | 133 mm | 130 mm | 133 mm |
| Stack | 632 mm | 636 mm | 646 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm | 663 mm |
| Reach | 459 mm | 455 mm | 494 mm | 490 mm | 524 mm | 520 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 603 mm | 604 mm | 641 mm | 642 mm | 674 mm | 676 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 451 mm | 450 mm | 451 mm | 450 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1239 mm | 1239 mm | 1280 mm | 1281 mm | 1316 mm | 1317 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm | 27 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 776 mm | 771 mm | 773 mm | 768 mm | 771 mm | 766 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 187 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 178 cm | 178 cm | 189 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 is part of the Trek E Rail model. There are 66 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek E Rail e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Trek Rail 5 Gen 2 2023 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 4699$. On the other hand, Trek Rail 9.9 XX1 AXS Gen 4 2023, is the most expensive and costs 13799$.
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.
Enduro e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro e-bike that is reliable is 4785$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Trek released this model in 2023, its price was 7999$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro e-bike to this one, you will see that Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 price is 67.17% higher.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
Enduro e-bikes weigh an average of 23.42 kg (51.63 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.
With a weight of 23.4 kg (51.59 lbs), Trek e-bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro e-bike weighs 0.09% more than Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 components
Fork
The Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB Select+ fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3 model, with a travel of 150mm. 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
When leaving the production line, the Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 comes in 6 sizes, that range from 165 cm – 195 cm (5.41 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!