FUEL EX 9.8 IS A HARD-CHARGING TRAIL BIKE WITH A LIGHT AND STIFF CARBON FRAME THAT'S SMOOTH, QUIET, AND HOLDS ITS OWN WHEN YOU PICK A LINE. IT'S LOADED WITH THE LATEST TECH LIKE A WIRELESS SRAM GX AXS DRIVETRAIN THAT'S SUPER CLEAN LOOKING AND CUSTOMIZABLE. 150MM FRONT AND 140MM REAR SUSPENSION KEEP YOU IN CONTROL ON THE ROUGHEST TRAILS AND IT'S ALL TOPPED OFF WITH CARBON BONTRAGER WHEELS WITH A QUICK-ENGAGING HUB.
OVERVIEW
It's right for you if...
You want a full suspension ride that can handle anything you throw its way. You want the vibration damping benefits of a carbon frame and wheels, rock-gobbling premium suspension, and appreciate when you can keep your setup clean and minimalist with wireless 12-speed shifting.
The tech you get
A light and stiff carbon frame with a full FOX Performance suspension package that turns chunky rock gardens into smooth sailing. Carbon wheels that keep weight down while offering stiff and reliable tracking. Plus, the wireless shifting of SRAM GX AXS, and tubeless hoops and tires so you can spend less time fixing flats. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your setup dialed just for you.
The final word
Fuel EX 9.8 is the evolution of years of trail riding, with longer front geometry for taking on steep descents, and a steeper seat tube for hammering back up to do it again. Its carbon frame keeps things light, and SRAM GX AXS shifting takes things up a notch for those who want the latest tech.
SPECS
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*Please note - spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately
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| 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
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| Fork |
Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 150mm travel
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| Shock |
Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
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| Max compatible fork travel | 160mm |
| Wheels | |
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*Wheel front
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*Wheel rear
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*Tire
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| Tire part |
Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
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| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tire size |
Frame: 29x2.50" (XS & S: 27.5x2.50"), Fork: See manufacturer
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| E-system | |
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| Drivetrain | |
| Shifter |
SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed
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| Rear derailleur |
SRAM GX Eagle AXS
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| Crank |
SRAM GX Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T, 55mm chainline, 170 length
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| Bottom bracket |
SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73mm, BSA threaded
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| Cassette |
SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
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| Chain | |
| Max chainring size |
1x: 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T
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| Components | |
| Saddle |
Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width
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*Seatpost
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*Handlebar/stem (integrated)
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| Brake |
SRAM Code R 4-piston hydraulic disc
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*Brake rotor
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| Rotor size |
Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 203mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer
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| Weight | |
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M - 14.15 kg / 31.21 lbs (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).
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SIZING GUIDE
| Size | Rider Height | Inseam |
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| XS |
145 - 155 cm 4'9" - 5'1" |
69 - 73 cm 27" - 29" |
| S |
155 - 165 cm 5'1" - 5'5" |
74 - 78 cm 29" - 31" |
| M |
165 - 176 cm 5'5" - 5'9" |
79 - 83 cm 31" - 33" |
| ML |
173 - 180 cm 5'8" - 5'11" |
81 - 86 cm 32" - 34" |
| L |
177 - 188 cm 5'10" - 6'2" |
84 - 89 cm 33" - 35" |
| XL |
188 - 195 cm 6'2" - 6'5" |
89 - 91 cm 35" - 36" |
All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted.
GEOMETRY
| XS | S 27.5 | S 29 | M | ML | L | XL | XXL | |
| WHEELSIZE | 27.5 | 27.5 | 29.0 | 29.0 | 29.0 | 29.0 | 29.0 | 29.0 |
| FRAME REACH | 400.2 | 430.2 | 425.0 | 450.0 | 470.0 | 485.0 | 515.0 | 545.0 |
| EFFECTIVE TOP TUBE | 516.2 | 550.5 | 553.8 | 584.1 | 607.4 | 626.9 | 661.8 | 696.6 |
| SEAT TUBE | 360.0 | 380.0 | 380.0 | 410.0 | 420.0 | 435.0 | 470.0 | 500.0 |
| SEAT TUBE ANGLE | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 | 70.8 |
| EFFECTIVE SEAT TUBE ANGLE | 78.6 | 78.2 | 78.6 | 78.2 | 77.5 | 77.2 | 76.6 | 76.0 |
| FRAME STACK | 574.1 | 574.1 | 612.3 | 616.8 | 616.8 | 621.3 | 634.9 | 648.4 |
| HEAD TUBE LENGTH | 95.0 | 95.0 | 95.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 105.0 | 120.0 | 135.0 |
| HEAD ANGLE | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| FORK AXLE-TO-CROWN | 533.0 | 533.0 | 561.0 | 561.0 | 561.0 | 561.0 | 561.0 | 561.0 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET HEIGHT | 332.0 | 332.0 | 335.0 | 335.0 | 335.0 | 335.0 | 335.0 | 335.0 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET DROP | 25.0 | 25.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 |
| CHAINSTAY LENGTH | 435.0 | 435.0 | 435.0 | 435.0 | 440.0 | 440.0 | 445.0 | 450.0 |
| WHEELBASE | 1,144.8 | 1,174.8 | 1,185.9 | 1,213.0 | 1,233.1 | 1,250.2 | 1,286.7 | 1,323.2 |
| STANDOVER | 716.8 | 723.8 | 736.8 | 736.8 | 741.8 | 747.8 | 766.8 | 773.8 |
| OFFSET | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.0 |
| TRAIL | 121.6 | 121.6 | 129.2 | 129.2 | 129.2 | 129.3 | 129.3 | 129.3 |