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Trek Fuel EX 8 XT Gen 6

Type: Mountain Bike
$4,699.99
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Description

Fuel EX 8 XT is an evolved trail bike, dialed for riders who chase down rowdy descents and want a bike that's happy to pedal back to the top and do it again. The lightweight alloy frame pairs with upgraded 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain to keep shifting precise while a 150mm FOX Rhythm fork with Float EVOL air spring cushions the blow from rocks and roots. In-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that the come with the carbon model, but without the lofty price tag.
  • Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150mm of travel and slack, adjustable geometry for an extra capable ride, plus, in-frame storage on all models — even alloy
  • You'll get upgraded components where it matters most, with 12-speed XT shifting, and a rock-gobbling FOX Rhythm 36 fork
  • With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
  • The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descents
  • We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels



Tech Specs

FrameAlpha Platinum Aluminum, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travel
ForkFox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt X axle, 150mm travel
ShockFox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
Wheel FrontBontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29''
Wheel RearBontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano Micro Spline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29''
TireBontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50''
Tire PartBontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
Rim StripBontrager TLR
Skewer RearBontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
ShifterShimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Rear DerailleurShimano XT M8100, long cage
CrankShimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
Bottom BracketShimano BB-MT501 BSA
CassetteShimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
ChainShimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
BrakeShimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper // Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
Brake RotorShimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm // Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm
SaddleBontrager Verse P3, chromoly rails
SeatpostBontrager Line Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 450mm length
HandlebarBontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
StemBontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length
GripsBontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on

Product Identifiers

BrandTrek
TypeMountain Bike
SKU5296746
UPC768682698426
MPN5296746

Internal Storage

Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.

Internal Storage

Active Braking Pivot

Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.

Active Braking Pivot

Slack or steep, the choice is yours

Install angle adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking — all without impacting your bottom bracket height.

Slack or steep, the choice is yours

Adjust the sus for full send

Adjust leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don’t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.

Adjust the sus for full send

Size-specific stays

Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.

Size-specific stays

Business in the front, party in the back

Craving the nimble ride of 27.5˝ wheels but don’t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link in high, toss on a 160mm fork, and get ready to party.

Business in the front, party in the back

Geometry

B B Drop3
B B Height34.3
Chainstay Length44.8
Eff Seat Tube Angle76.5°
Eff Top Tube69.5
Frame Reach55.1
Frame Size LetterXXL
Frame Stack64.4
Head Angle65.0°
Head Tube Length13.5
Offset4.4
PositionHigh
Seat Tube50
Seat Tube Angle71.3°
Standover78.1
Trail12.5
Wheelbase132.2
Wheel Size29"

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