Trek Fuel EXe 9.7
Details
Fuel EXe 9.7 redefines e-mountain biking with a revolutionary motor that tucks away neatly for a ride that's light, lively, and just as playful as a traditional mountain bike, with the added benefit of pedal assist to help you crush climbs. An upgraded suspension package pairs with cherry-picked components for snappy shifting and precise modulation on the trail.
IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU IF…
You want the feel of a playful trail bike, plus a little extra power on the climbs. You want the most bike for your buck, with a premium suspension package and the perfect blend of components. 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. 150mm FOX Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper, and 140mm FOX Performance Float X rear suspension. Plus tubeless-ready wheels and tires, and a 12-speed drivetrain that blends Shimano SLX and XT components.
THE FINAL WORD
Fuel EXe 9.7 is a playful trail ride that gives you extra fuel in the tank on climbs, and rides like a traditional bike on descents. It's packed with the space-age technology of a TQ transmission, 150mm of buttery-smooth travel for soaking up rock gardens, and a drivetrain that gives you upgrades where it matters most.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
- You'll get a light and playful ride on descents, and just the right amount of assist on the way back up
- Its tiny but mighty TQ transmission is tuned for the trail, keeping things quiet so you can stay in the moment, plus it ramps up power with you for a natural ride feel
- The smart charge port, sleek integrated display, and discreet controls keep the bike looking and feeling like a traditional mountain bike
- The battery is simple to remove with an Allen wrench—no proprietary tools or black magic necessary
- You'll be able to add on a range extender when you want a little extra fuel in the tank for big days on the bike
| Frame size number | 15.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 17.5" | 19.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame size letter | S | S | M | M | L | L | XL | XL |
| Geometry position | High | Low | High | Low | High | Low | High | Low |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| A — Seat tube | 38 | 38 | 41 | 41 | 43.5 | 43.5 | 47 | 47 |
| B — Seat tube angle | 69.3° | 68.8° | 69.8° | 69.3° | 70.8° | 70.3° | 71.3° | 70.8° |
| Effective seat tube angle | 77.3° | 76.8° | 77.3° | 76.8° | 77.3° | 76.8° | 77.3° | 76.8° |
| C — Head tube length | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 |
| D — Head angle | 65.3° | 64.8° | 65.3° | 64.8° | 65.3° | 64.8° | 65.3° | 64.8° |
| E — Effective top tube | 57.2 | 57.3 | 59.9 | 60 | 62.9 | 63 | 65.6 | 65.8 |
| F — Bottom bracket height | 34.1 | 33.4 | 34.1 | 33.4 | 34.1 | 33.4 | 34.1 | 33.4 |
| G — Bottom bracket drop | 3.2 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 3.9 |
| H — Chainstay length | 43.8 | 44 | 43.8 | 44 | 43.8 | 44 | 43.8 | 44 |
| I — Offset | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| J — Trail | 12.4 | 12.7 | 12.4 | 12.7 | 12.4 | 12.7 | 12.4 | 12.7 |
| K — Wheelbase | 118.7 | 118.8 | 121.6 | 121.7 | 124.6 | 124.7 | 127.6 | 127.6 |
| L — Standover | 73.2 | 72.6 | 73.3 | 72.7 | 73.9 | 73.3 | 75.9 | 75.3 |
| M — Frame reach | 43.4 | 42.8 | 45.9 | 45.3 | 48.9 | 48.3 | 51.4 | 50.8 |
| N — Frame stack | 61.6 | 62 | 62.5 | 62.9 | 62.5 | 62.9 | 63.4 | 63.8 |
| Size | Rider Height | Inseam |
|---|---|---|
| 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" |
| 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" |
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 | Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt X axle, 150mm travel |
| Rear Shock | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 205mm x 60mm |
| Wheels |
Wheel front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29" Wheel rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, High Strength 6000 Series Aluminum rim, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29'' |
| Tires | Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| Crankset | E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165mm length |
| Chainrings | E*thirteen E*spec, 32T alloy ring, 55mm chainline |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper |
| Rotors | Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm |
| Handlebars | Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width |
| Tape/Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| Stem | Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length |
| Headset | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Seatpost |
Size: S Bontrager Line Dropper, 100mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 310mm length Size: M Bontrager Line Dropper, 150mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 410mm length Size: L, XL Bontrager Line Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 450mm length |
| Saddle |
Size: S, M, L, XL Bontrager Verse P3, chromoly rails Size: S, M, L, XL Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width |
| Motor | TQ-HPR50, 50 Nm, 250 watt maximum continuous rated power, 300 watt peak power |
| Battery | TQ 360Wh |
| Controller/Display | TQ LED display with Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity |
| Charger | TQ 4A charger |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Smoke / Small / 29-inch | 768682681169 | 5299722 | FUE26558176E |
| Deep Smoke / Large / 29-inch | 768682681107 | 5299724 | FUE26290681E |
| Deep Smoke / X-Large / 29-inch | 768682681084 | 5299725 | FUE27940057E |
| Lava / Large / 29-inch | 768682680841 | 5299728 | FUE21544071A |
| Lava / X-Large / 29-inch | 768682680940 | 5299729 | FUE22740474A |
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