Trek Fuel EXe 9.8 XT E-Bike – 2023

TREK FUEL EXE 9.8 XT E-BIKE – 2023

Fuel EXe 9.8 XT is a new breed of mountain bike that brings nearly invisible power to the trail in an e-package that’s compact and adapts to your riding. It’s fully loaded with a tiny but mighty TQ transmission that gives you assist when you need it but disappears for a true trail bike feel on descents. A carbon fiber frame keeps your ride light and responsive, and an upgraded RockShox suspension package pairs with Shimano XT shifting to finish the build with the perfect balance of performance and price.

It’s right for you if…
You’re a trail rider who wants the best of both traditional and e-mountain bikes. You don’t want to compromise on nimble control for power, but want a little assist on the ups. You appreciate the latest technology and want upgrades where they matter most. You don’t want to lose out on the natural experience of mountain biking and want a refined motor that quietly assists while you ride.

The tech you get
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame equipped with a fully-encased 360Wh battery and TQ harmonic pin ring transmission with a smart charging port, integrated LED display, and discreet handlebar remote. Plus, a 150mm RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork with DebonAir spring and Charger 2.1 RC damper, and 140mm RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear suspension. All wrapped up with the precise shifting and modulation of a Shimano XT drivetrain.

The final word
Fuel EXe 9.8 is an e-bike that evolved for the trail, with a lively and playful ride on descents and intuitive assist that adapts to your riding on the climbs. Its equipped with a tiny and powerful TQ transmission that tucks away quietly so you can stay in the moment on the trail, and is finished off with precise shifting of Shimano XT, carbon wheels, and an upgraded suspension package, putting your money where it matters most.

FEATURES

TQ-HPR50 – small, quiet, mighty

• TQ-HPR50 motor is super-efficient with an amazing power-to-weight ratio. Most motors use gears and belts that take up space and can make noise or break. The TQ-HPR50 uses a harmonic pin-ring drive transmission that’s small, ultra-quiet, and unbelievably natural feeling.

Range Extender

• Give yourself 40% more range with an optional 160wh external battery. It fits in a standard bottle cage and doesn’t require any complicated wiring or special mounts.

Removable battery

• The 360 Wh battery gives you power for 2-5 hours. It’s concealed in the downtube, but it’s still easy to remove for more convenient charging.

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.

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.

Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program

• Every set of Bontrager carbon wheels is backed by the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program. In the unlikely event you damage your Bontrager carbon wheels within the first two years of ownership, Trek will repair or replace them for free.

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.

Integrated display

• Fuel EXe’s display is simple to use and protected in the top tube. Check your assist level, range, speed, and more at a glance.

Rapid Drive 108 rear hub

• With 108 points of engagement Rapid Drive gives you nearly instant acceleration instead of a clunky lag when you step on the pedals. You get smooth, immediate power to blast out of corners and hammer through the rough stuff. And that extra pedal ratchet adds control that can make all the difference when tackling a tricky climb.

Sleek and simple remote

• Toggle between assist modes or engage the walk-assist function with the ergonomic low-profile remote.

Easier internal routing

• Integrated channels in the frame make it easy to route the brake hose, dropper, and derailleur housing so you get a clean set-up with no hassle.

Oversized 34.9mm dropper post

• Bigger is better. The oversized seat tube diameter gives more support and strength for longer travel droppers, and allows for more robust, durable internals that work faster.

Mino Link adjustable geometry

• Fine tune head tuble angle by 1/2 degrees 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.

TECH SPECS

• Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon, removable battery, internal routing, alloy rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, upper chain guide mount, 55mm chainline, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, UDH, 140mm travel
• Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 150mm travel
• Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 205mm x 60mm
• Wheel front: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
• Wheel rear: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
• Tire: Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29×2.50”
• Tire part: Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
• Shifter: Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
• Rear derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, long cage
• Crank arm: E*thirteen E*spec Race carbon, 34T, 165mm length
• Chainring: E*thirteen E*spec, 32T alloy ring, 55mm chainline
• Cassette: Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
• Chain: Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12 speed
• Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
• Battery: TQ 360Wh
• Motor: TQ-HPR50, 50 Nm, 250 watt maximum continuous rated power, 300 watt peak power
• Electronics: TQ 4A charger
• Weight: M – 18.10 kg / 39.91 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).

Sizing

S

• Rider Height: 5’0″ – 5’6″ (153 – 167 cm)
• Inseam: 28″ – 31″ (72 – 79 cm)

M

• Rider Height: 5’3″ – 5’9″ (161 – 175 cm)
• Inseam: 30″ – 32″ (76 – 82 cm)

L

• Rider Height: 5’9″ – 6’2″ (174 – 188 cm)
• Inseam: 32″ – 35″ (82 – 88 cm)

XL

• Rider Height: 6’1″ – 6’5″ (186 – 196 cm)
• Inseam: 34″ – 36″ (87 – 92 cm)