Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 Mountain E-Bike – 2023

TREK FUEL EX 9.7 GEN 6 MOUNTAIN E-BIKE – 2023

Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff. It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150mm front and 140mm rear suspension.

FEATURES

It’s right for you if

• You’re after the light weight and smooth ride of a carbon frame and want solid parts without the top-shelf price.

The tech you get

• A light and stiff full carbon frame
• 150mm of travel from FOX’s Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance
• FOX Performance Float X rear shock
• A perfect blend of Shimano SLX and XT components for reliable shifting and durability on the trail
• Adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your setup dialed just for you

The final word

• Fuel EX 9.7 is an evolved trail bike for the rider who wants it all. Its lightweight carbon frame is lively and stiff, and spec’d with the perfect build thanks to a FOX suspension package and Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain for a full package deal that’s build to charge.

Why you’ll love it

• You get the light and stiff feel of a carbon fiber frame, plus progressive trail geometry that’s ready to handle it all
• You’ll find the right balance of price and performance with a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components
• With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
• Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware, and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze
• Trek expanded their 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

Frameset

• Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon, 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
• Fork: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle
• Size XS, S: 140mm travel
• Size S, M, M/L, L, XL: 150mm travel
• Shock: Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm

Wheels

• Wheel front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
• Wheel rear
• Size XS , S , M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Size XS , S: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 54, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Size S , M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm 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: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Size XS , S , M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
• Rim: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
• Rim strip: Bontrager TLR

Drivetrain

• Shifter: Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
• Rear derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, long cage
• Crank:  Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
• Bottom bracket: Shimano SM-BB52, 73mm, threaded external bearing
• Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12 speed
• Chain: Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed

Components

• Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width
• Seatpost: TranzX JD-YSP39, internal routing, 34.9mm
• Size XS, S: 100mm travel
• Size M, M/L: 150mm travel
• Size L, XL: 170mm travel
• Handlebar: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise
• Size XS, S: 750mm width
• Size M, M/L, L, XL: 780mm width
• Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
• Stem: Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree
• Size XS, S: 35mm length
• Size M, M/L, L, XL: 45mm length
• Headset: Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8” top, 1.5” bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
• Brake: Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
• Brake rotor: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt
• Size XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL: 180mm
• Size M, M/L, L, XL: 203mm

Weight

• Weight: M – 14.76 kg / 32.55 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
• Weight limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg)

Accessories

• Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag