Trek Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
10,049$
Weight | 13.94 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Groupset XTR, e*thirteen LG1 Race -
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 2.0, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, shuttle guard, threaded BB, ISCG 05, 34.9mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 160mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB Ultimate, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 170mm travel
Rear Shock
NEW RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate, DebonAir spring, Thru Shaft 3-position damper, 230x62.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100, Shadow Plus, long cage, 51T max cog
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XTR M9101, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen LG1 Race Carbon, 30T, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
Bottom Bracket
E*thirteen BB20-P, BSA threaded, 73mm width
Chain
Shimano Dura-Ace/XTR M9100, 12 speed
Wheels
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Tires
Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager SE6 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR M9120 4-piston hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on
Headset
Knock Block 2.0 Integrated, 72-degree radius (includes infinite-radius chip), sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 345mm length; Size: M, ML, 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
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm | 352 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 763 mm | 762 mm | 778 mm | 786 mm | 808 mm | 807 mm | 829 mm | 828 mm | 870 mm | 869 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 35 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm | 130 mm | 134 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 616 mm | 613 mm | 617 mm | 617 mm | 621 mm | 626 mm | 630 mm | 649 mm | 653 mm |
| Reach | 426 mm | 420 mm | 451 mm | 445 mm | 469 mm | 464 mm | 486 mm | 481 mm | 516 mm | 511 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 580 mm | 604 mm | 605 mm | 623 mm | 624 mm | 642 mm | 644 mm | 678 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 395 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1192 mm | 1207 mm | 1217 mm | 1237 mm | 1238 mm | 1258 mm | 1259 mm | 1299 mm | 1300 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 700 | 744 mm | 738 mm | 744 mm | 738 mm | 754 mm | 748 mm | 774 mm | 768 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5 belongs to the Trek Slash model. There are 117 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek Slash bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Trek Slash 7 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3715$. Trek Slash 9.9 XX1 AXS Flight Attendant 2022 on the other hand costs 13908$, 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.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 10049$. In conclusion, this bike price is 179.22% higher than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 13.94 kg (30.73 lbs), Trek bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 2.37% more than Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5 comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB Ultimate fork. This has a travel range of 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the NEW RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate model, with a travel of 160mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5 model has 29″ carbon wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Slash 9.9 XTR Gen 5 comes with 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.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.