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Fuel EX 9.8 XT Gen 6
Overview
Features
Specs
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Geometry
Service
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Overview
It's right for you if...
You're chasing long flowy and technical descents, and want to pedal back to the top for more, lap after lap. You want the vibration-damping benefits of a carbon frame and carbon wheels, plus upgraded suspension that smooths out the rough and rowdy.
The tech you get
A light and stiff carbon frame with a full FOX Performance suspension package that smooths out rowdy rock gardens and root latices. Plus, carbon wheels that keep your set-up light, while a Shimano XT drivetrain for smooth shifting and brake modulation. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.
The final word
The Fuel EX 9.8 is the culmination of years of trail riding and progression, with longer front end geometry for tackling steeper and hairier descents, and a steeper seat tube to keep you perched on climbs. It's equipped with the cherry-picked components you want, like upgraded suspension, carbon wheels and a Shimano XT drivetrain.
Why you'll love it
- You'll get the light weight and vibration-damping benefits of a full carbon frame, and geometry built to handle anything
- It comes with light and stiff carbon wheels that make quick work of technical terrain and keep you on your line, even when things get hairy
- With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
- We expanded our 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
- You get the precise shifting and brake modulation of a Shimano XT drivetrain, plus the simple reliability of a threaded bottom bracket
Pinkbike's 2022 Mountain Bike of the Year
‘This is a bike that could be used to head out for a big meandering backcountry adventure one day, roll up to the starting line in a local enduro race the next or even head into the bike park for a lap or three without missing a beat.’
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Editor's Choice: Best Mid-Travel Trail Bike
"The burliest, most versatile and most capable Fuel yet; truly up for whatever you want to ride [...] The updated geometry sits comfortably amongst today's best trail bikes [...] Absolutely shreds right out of the box."
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"Our favourite Trek"
"Fuel EX proved itself a happy climber. From slabs to roots and square-edge hits, the Fuel EX handled it masterfully. A damn fine trail bike right out of the box, no matter your riding style."
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"Fuel EX is a masterpiece"
"Fuel EX absolutely devours chunky terrain while still retaining the ability to tractor up steep climbs. I have become convinced that a bike with long, stable geometry and mid-level travel really can provide the best of both worlds."
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Editor's Choice
‘The term “quiver killer” may be old and tired, but there’s nothing old-fashioned about a versatile mountain bike that can handle nearly any terrain [...] Riding the Fuel EX this summer was a treat!’
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"Loves to ride fast, both up and down"
"Fuel EX is a highly adaptable bike that feels comfortable in a really wide variety of terrain but doesn’t confuse itself for anything more or less. Bike riders, rejoice."
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"Ready for anything"
"Fuel EX's geometry feels ready for just about anything. There's plenty of traction for climbing and a nice fluttery feel on descents, calmly smoothing out the trail chatter."
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Which generation is right for you?
Choose from the lighter 130/140 mm Fuel EX Gen 5 with better parts for the price or the more robust 140/150 mm Fuel EX Gen 6 with more adjustability.
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Fuel EX-compatible accessories
Whether you're busting berms, ripping rock gardens or surfing singletrack – here are the accessories and gear you need to make sure your Fuel EX is always ready to send.
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Service manual
Time to get out the repair stand for some maintenance? Find a detailed breakdown of your bike with part numbers, torque values and platform-specific tech instructions below.
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It’s new bike day!
Watch Jason from Mahalo My Dude take a Fuel EX from frameset to sweet new build.
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Golden Heaven: Nothing but good vibes
Follow along as Casey Brown and Kirsten Van Horne let 'er rip from Golden to Kamloops on the new Fuel EX.
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BIKE CHECK: The Fuel EX's of ‘Parallel II’
Take a closer look at Brandon Semenuk and Kade Edwards' inverted rides.
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Get faster on the trail in a week
When it comes to being a better trail rider, practice makes perfect. Get seven tips from Pinkbike’s Christina Chappetta that will have you setting PRs and riding with more confidence in no time.
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