DESCRIPTION
The Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS is a trail-charging machine with a light, stiff carbon frame that damps vibration and holds its line through the rough. It is loaded with the tech you want, including a wireless SRAM GX Eagle AXS transmission for reliable shifts under load and a Fox Performance suspension package with 150 mm front and 140 mm rear travel. Carbon Bontrager Line Elite wheels shed weight and keep tracking precise, while in-frame storage and adjustable geometry let you dial in your setup. It is a versatile, do-it-all trail bike.
Key Features
- OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with internal storage and Mino Link adjustable geometry (six configurations)
- 150 mm Fox Performance 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper
- 140 mm rear travel with a Fox Performance Float X shock
- Wireless SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type transmission (10-52, 12-speed)
- SRAM CODE Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes
- Carbon Bontrager Line Elite 30 tubeless-ready wheels
- Smart Wheel Sizing: 27.5" (XS), 27.5" or 29" (S), 29" (M and up)
- Bontrager RSL integrated carbon bar/stem
Who Is the Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS For?
The Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS is for trail riders who want a light, capable carbon full-suspension bike with a wireless SRAM transmission and carbon wheels, ready for anything.
For New Zealand riders, it is a premium all-rounder for our flowing and technical trails, with adjustable geometry and tubeless carbon wheels for real off-road performance.
Full Specifications
| Frame: | OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, BSA 73, downtube guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140 mm travel |
| Fork: | Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel |
| Shock: | Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
| Front wheel: | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle (27.5" / 29" by frame size) |
| Rear wheel: | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle (27.5" / 29" by frame size) |
| Tyres: | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 2.50" |
| Shifter: | SRAM AXS POD (wireless) |
| Rear derailleur: | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, T-Type |
| Crank: | SRAM GX Eagle, T-Type, DUB, 30T, 55 mm chain line, 170 mm length |
| Bottom bracket: | SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 mm, BSA threaded |
| Cassette: | SRAM Eagle XS-1275, T-Type, 10-52, 12-speed |
| Chain: | SRAM GX Eagle, T-Type, 12-speed |
| Brakes: | SRAM CODE Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Brake rotors: | SRAM CentreLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180 mm |
| Battery: | SRAM AXS battery pack (with charger) |
| Saddle: | Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width |
| Seatpost: | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| Handlebar: | Bontrager RSL integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm bar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem, 35 mm stem length |
| Headset: | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| Grips: | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
| Weight: | M - 14.53 kg / 32.04 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| Weight limit: | Maximum total weight (bike, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb) |
PLU: 85566
SPECIFICATIONS
Please note that bike specifications may change from what is listed above if running substitution changes are made due to unavailability of parts. We highly recommend confirming the specifications of the bike at the time of purchase, especially if buying in-store.







