Top Fuel 8
Ride
- The ultimate cross country full suspension racing machine, built for speed and victory with the lightest and stiffest platform available. Suspension tuned for optimal pedaling efficiency.
Fit
- Race-ready cross-country specific geometry. Available in Standard and WSD sizes.
Technology
- Alpha Red aluminum main frame.
- R1 Suspension Technology provides the optimum blend of pedaling efficiency, balanced ride characteristics, and an active suspension.
- Main pivot cartridge bearings adding better small bump compliance.
- Hi-Lo asymmetrical swingarm is stiffer and saves over 200 grams over previous bonded version.
- 100mm front wheel and 90mm rear wheel suspension travel.
| Frameset | |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 15.5, 17.5, 19.5, 21.5" |
| Frame | Alpha Red Aluminum w/hydroformed top tube, bi-axial down tube, R1 Race Tuned Suspension, pivotless rear swingarm, Hi/Lo chainstays, oversized sealed bearings, 90mm rear wheel travel |
| Front Suspension | Fox 32 F100 RL w/air pressure, rebound, lockout, alloy steerer, 100mm |
| Rear Suspension | Fox Float RP2 w/Pro Pedal, rebound, custom tuned |
| Wheels | |
| Wheels | Bontrager Race |
| Tires | Bontrager Jones XR, 26x2.2/2.25"; 120 tpi, folding |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX, 9 speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT "Shadow" |
| Crank | Shimano Deore LX 44/32/22 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG970 11-32, 9 speed |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Components | |
| Saddle | Bontrager Race |
| Seat Post | Bontrager Race Lite |
| Handlebars | Bontrager Race, 0mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Stem | Bontrager Race, 7 degree, 31.8mm |
| Headset | Aheadset w/cartridge bearings, sealed, alloy |
| Brakeset | Avid Juicy 5, hydraulic disc; 185mm front, 160mm rear rotor |

Display measurement as: Inches or Centimeters
| Frame Size | Head Angle | Seat Angle | EFF Top Tube | Chain Stay | Bottom Bracket | Offset | Wheel Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | |
| S 15.5 in | 70.0° | 72.5° | 55.3 cm21.8 in | 42.7 cm16.8 in | 32.7 cm12.9 in | 3.9 cm1.5 in | 104.7 cm41.2 in |
| M 17.5 in | 70.0° | 72.5° | 59.1 cm23.3 in | 42.7 cm16.8 in | 32.7 cm12.9 in | 3.9 cm1.5 in | 108.6 cm42.8 in |
| L 19.5 in | 70.0° | 72.5° | 62.8 cm24.7 in | 42.7 cm16.8 in | 32.7 cm12.9 in | 3.9 cm1.5 in | 112.4 cm44.3 in |
| XL 21.5 in | 70.0° | 72.5° | 64.5 cm25.4 in | 42.7 cm16.8 in | 32.7 cm12.9 in | 3.9 cm1.5 in | 114.2 cm45.0 in |
| Frame Size | Actual Frame Size | Trail | Stand Over | Seat Tube | Head Tube |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 15.5 in | 37.7 cm14.8 in | 7.3 cm2.9 in | 70.9 cm27.9 in | 37.7 cm14.8 in | 9.0 cm3.5 in |
| M 17.5 in | 40.2 cm15.8 in | 7.3 cm2.9 in | 72.5 cm28.5 in | 40.2 cm15.8 in | 10.5 cm4.1 in |
| L 19.5 in | 45.3 cm17.8 in | 7.3 cm2.9 in | 75.8 cm29.8 in | 45.3 cm17.8 in | 12.0 cm4.7 in |
| XL 21.5 in | 49.1 cm19.3 in | 7.3 cm2.9 in | 78.5 cm30.9 in | 49.1 cm19.3 in | 13.5 cm5.3 in |
How does this bike stack up?
Here's an overview of the various component manufacturers' product lines.
Click on the links below for more detailed information on each.
bike.shimano.com
Providing a complete line of wheels and components to riders at all levels of cycling, from recreation to professional competition.
bontrager.com
Wheelworks and components used by the world's top racers and freeriders. Featured on the ProTour, Ironman, and 24-hour circuits.
sram.com
Offering a complete line of drivetrain components, suspension systems, braking systems and high-performance bicycle maintenance products.
clixqr.com
Revolutionary wheel release systems that let you install and lock your front wheel with no cam adjustment, and with only one hand.





