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It's right for you if...
You're cool with your wheels leaving the ground, but you also like to go the distance on marathon singletrack sessions. You want a bike that lets you crush any trail, and your priority is on the parts.
The tech you get
An alloy frame, 140mm FOX Rhythm 34 fork, and 130mm of rear travel with an extra-efficient RE:aktiv damper. A Shimano XT 1x12 drivetrain with an extra-low 51-tooth climbing gear, powerful 4-piston brakes, Bontrager wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive hub for fast engagement plus a Bontrager Line dropper post.
The final word
Fuel EX 8 gives you added efficiency with Shimano's latest, widest-range drivetrain and Trek's unique RE:aktiv damper that provides firm pedaling support without giving up any plush compliance.
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- A wider gear range and more efficient suspension help you claw your way up tricky climbs you never thought you'd clean
- If you measure quality in performance per dollar, you won't do better than Fuel EX 8
- This bike will make you want to rail every corner, smash every rock garden, and charge every descent
- The shifter-style, underbar remote dropper post lever is super intuitive and easy to use
- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders. And, you get the fastest wheel that fits your frame: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M to XL get 29˝ wheels
"A world-class trail bike"
"Fuel EX is a beautifully balanced and capable trail bike. The rear suspension is beautiful; as close to ideal as any bike I've ridden. It's sensitive where you want it to be, firm and crisp where it should be. It feels deep and controls big hits very well, and there's a nice platform for pedaling, and to pump and pop off when you're playing."
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"An absolute trail rocket"
"Thanks to its burlier components, increased travel, and more aggressive geometry, it has become more of a shredder than ever! More performance, fun, and trail prowess."
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"Perfect all-arounder"
"In a world where most new full-suspension mountain bikes are amazing, Fuel EX stands apart as even more than that."
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"Good at pleasing everybody"
"Fuel EX has a few tricks that help it keep a level head when outside of its comfort zone, and to be a cloud on rails when it's in the zone. Everything about the Fuel EX, which was already good at pleasing everybody, is now even better at it."
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Features
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.
RE:aktiv technology gives you firm support for efficient pedaling that instantly gives way for smooth control when the trail turns rough.
Will my bike have a curved top tube?
Smaller frames (XS and S) have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frames (M and up) have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don’t have the same issues with standover height.
Trek's Straight Shot frame design optimizes the stiffness-to-weight ratio for a more responsive ride. You'll be able to push harder and stay more planted on your line when the going gets rough.
Control Freak Cable Management
The lightest, quietest, most versatile cable management system allows any combination of shift, brake, lockout, and dropper post lines to be routed through the frame for clean looks and the ultimate custom setup.
Boost148/110
Wider dropouts (110mm front, 148mm rear) give you the stiffness of a 27.5" wheel with all the benefits of a 29" wheel, and Boost148 in the rear lets you run wider tires and a larger chainring without affecting q-factor and pedaling efficiency.
Complete Tubeless System
Tubeless Ready rims and tires make it easy to ditch the tubes so you get better traction, fewer flats, and less weight. You're ready to roll right out of the box with the included TLR rim strips, valves, and sealant.
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Mino Link adjustable geometry
Fine tune head tube angle by 1/2° and BB height by up to 10mm with the simple turn of a nut. Just flip the link to choose between slack or slacker geometry, without negatively affecting suspension performance. A Trek exclusive.
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Alpha Platinum Aluminum
Our premium lightweight aluminum is continuously cold extruded and butted at multiple points, and hydroformed into sophisticated tube shapes for maximum strength and minimum weight.
Suspension Calculator
This suspension calculator will help you optimize your suspension settings for your riding weight. Simply follow the steps to find your best set up.
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Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel |
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| Fork | Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel |
| *Shock |
Size:
XS , S Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 52.5mm |
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Size:
S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210mm x 55mm |
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| Max compatible fork travel | 150mm (561mm axle-to-crown) |
| Wheel front | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
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| Wheel rear | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 54, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
| Hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
| *Hub rear |
Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
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Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
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| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| *Tire |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.50'' |
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Size:
S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50'' |
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| *Tire part |
Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz |
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Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager TLR valve, 50mm |
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| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tire size | Frame: 29x2.60" Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog |
| *Crank |
Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L Shimano SLX M7100, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length |
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Size:
XL , XXL Shimano SLX M7100, 30T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
| Max chainring size | 34T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager Line Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 345mm length |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Line Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length |
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| *Handlebar |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 750mm width |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width |
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| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 35mm length |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length |
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| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| *Brake |
Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 4-piston caliper |
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Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 caliper |
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| *Brake rotor |
Size:
XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm |
| Weight | M - 30.56 lbs / 13.86 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |
Sizing & fit
The charts below show our recommended sizes based on height, but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit. That’s why you’ll see some overlap in our recommendations. Not every rider who’s 5´8˝, for example, will fit on the same size bike. The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts at your local retailer.
Rider Height
Inseam
XS
137.0 - 155.0 cm
4'5.9" - 5'1.0"
64.0 - 73.0 cm
25.2" - 28.7"
S
153.0 - 166.5 cm
5'0.2" - 5'5.6"
72.0 - 79.0 cm
28.3" - 31.1"
M
161.0 - 172.0 cm
5'3.4" - 5'7.7"
76.0 - 81.0 cm
29.9" - 31.9"
M/L
165.5 - 179.0 cm
5'5.2" - 5'10.5"
77.0 - 84.0 cm
30.3" - 33.1"
L
177.0 - 188.0 cm
5'9.7" - 6'2.0"
83.0 - 88.0 cm
32.7" - 34.6"
XL
186.0 - 196.0 cm
6'1.2" - 6'5.2"
87.0 - 92.0 cm
34.3" - 36.2"
2XL
195.0 - 203.0 cm
6'4.8" - 6'7.9"
92.0 - 95.0 cm
36.2" - 37.4"
All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted.
| Frame size number | Frame size letter | Geometry position | Wheel size | A — Seat tube | B — Seat tube angle | Effective seat tube angle | C — Head tube length | D — Head angle | E — Effective top tube | F — Bottom bracket height | G — Bottom bracket drop | H — Chainstay length | I — Offset | J — Trail | K — Wheelbase | L — Standover | M — Frame reach | N — Frame stack |
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| 14.0 | XS | Low | 27.5" | 35.6 | 69.0° | 75.0° | 9.0 | 66.0° | 54.6 | 33.5 | 2.1 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.1 | 112.0 | 69.5 | 39.5 | 56.3 |
| 14.0 | XS | High | 27.5" | 35.5 | 69.5° | 75.5° | 9.0 | 66.5° | 54.5 | 34.1 | 1.4 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 10.6 | 111.9 | 70.0 | 40.0 | 55.9 |
| 15.5 | S | Low | 27.5" | 39.5 | 69.0° | 75.0° | 10.0 | 66.0° | 56.8 | 33.5 | 2.1 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.1 | 114.4 | 70.0 | 41.5 | 57.2 |
| 15.5 | S | High | 27.5" | 39.5 | 69.5° | 75.5° | 10.0 | 66.5° | 56.7 | 34.1 | 1.4 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 10.6 | 114.3 | 70.7 | 42.0 | 56.8 |
| 17.5 | M | Low | 29" | 42.0 | 67.5° | 75.0° | 10.0 | 66.0° | 60.3 | 34 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 117.9 | 74.2 | 44.0 | 60.9 |
| 17.5 | M | High | 29" | 42.0 | 68.0° | 75.5° | 10.0 | 66.5° | 60.2 | 34.6 | 2.8 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 117.8 | 74.8 | 44.5 | 60.5 |
| 18.5 | ML | Low | 29" | 43.5 | 67.5° | 75.0° | 10.5 | 66.0° | 61.9 | 34 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 119.6 | 74.5 | 45.5 | 61.3 |
| 18.5 | ML | High | 29" | 43.5 | 68.0° | 75.5° | 10.5 | 66.5° | 61.8 | 34.6 | 2.8 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 119.5 | 75.1 | 46.0 | 60.9 |
| 19.5 | L | Low | 29" | 45.0 | 67.5° | 75.0° | 10.5 | 66.0° | 63.4 | 34 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 121.1 | 75.0 | 47.0 | 61.3 |
| 19.5 | L | High | 29" | 45.0 | 68.0° | 75.5° | 10.5 | 66.5° | 63.3 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 121.0 | 75.6 | 47.5 | 60.9 |
| 21.5 | XL | Low | 29" | 50.0 | 67.5° | 75.0° | 12.0 | 66.0° | 66.3 | 34 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 124.2 | 76.2 | 49.5 | 62.7 |
| 21.5 | XL | High | 29" | 50.0 | 68.0° | 75.5° | 12.0 | 66.5° | 66.2 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 124.1 | 76.8 | 50.0 | 62.3 |
| 23.0 | XXL | Low | 29" | 54.0 | 67.5° | 75.0° | 14.0 | 66.0° | 68.8 | 34 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 127.0 | 80.0 | 51.5 | 64.5 |
| 23.0 | XXL | High | 29" | 54.0 | 68.0° | 75.5° | 14.0 | 66.5° | 68.7 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.6 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 126.9 | 80.6 | 52.0 | 64.1 |