
DESCRIPTION
The Trek Top Fuel 8 Gen 4 is a nimble alloy trail bike that strikes a balance between quick-climbing efficiency and descending confidence. It packs a versatile 130 mm front and 120 mm rear of travel for ripping over rocks and roots without sacrificing power on the climbs. Built from lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminium to keep the budget for bike trips, it puts the upgrades where they matter, with a 12-speed Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain, a Fox Rhythm 34 fork and a dropper post. It is a fast, fun down-country ride.
Key Features
- Alpha Platinum Aluminium frame with internal storage and Mino Link adjustable geometry
- 130 mm Fox Rhythm 34 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper
- 120 mm rear travel with a Fox Performance Float shock
- 12-speed Shimano drivetrain: XT shifter and rear derailleur, SLX cassette and chain
- Shimano Deore 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes
- Bontrager Gunnison Pro XR tubeless-ready 2.40" tyres
- Bontrager Line dropper post (100-170 mm by size)
Who Is the Top Fuel 8 For?
The Top Fuel 8 is for cross-country and down-country riders who want an efficient, lightweight alloy trail bike that climbs quickly but still handles rough descents with confidence.
For New Zealand riders, it is a versatile pick for XC loops, longer trail rides and fast singletrack, with quality Shimano shifting and a dropper post for varied terrain.
Full Specifications
| Frame: | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal guided routing, downtube guard, OCLV NEXT rocker link, Mino 4 link, ABP, Boost148, 120 mm travel |
| Fork: | Fox Rhythm 34, 27.5, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 130 mm travel |
| Shock: | Fox Performance Float, 185 mm x 50 mm (Float DPS, 2-position damper) |
| Shifter: | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus |
| Rear derailleur: | Shimano Deore XT RD-M8100, 12-speed, SGS cage, 51T max |
| Crank: | Shimano Deore FC-M6120, 1x12, 30T, 170 mm, HollowTech II |
| Bottom bracket: | Shimano Deore BB-MT501, BSA 68 mm threaded |
| Cassette: | Shimano SLX CS-M7100, 12-speed, 10-51T |
| Chain: | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Brakes: | Shimano Deore 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Tyres: | Bontrager Gunnison Pro XR, Tubeless Ready, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.40" (S) / 29x2.40" (M and up) |
| Max tyre size: | 2.5" |
| Saddle: | Bontrager Verse P3, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost: | Bontrager Line Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 100 mm (S) / 170 mm (M and up) travel |
| Handlebar: | Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 780 mm width |
| Stem: | Bontrager Elite, 35 mm |
| Grips: | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
PLU: 85732
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.
