
DESCRIPTION
The Top Fuel 9.8 is a lightweight carbon trail bike built to rip up climbs and stay playful on descents. A 130 mm front / 140 mm rear RockShox suspension package, with a Pike Ultimate fork and Deluxe Ultimate shock, gives it the confidence to handle roots and rocks while staying fast and efficient. A wireless Shimano XT Di2 drivetrain delivers light, precise shifts.
Key Features
- OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with internal storage and 4-way Mino Link adjustment
- RockShox Pike Ultimate fork with Charger 3.1 RC2 damper, 140 mm travel
- RockShox Deluxe Ultimate RCT shock, 130 mm rear travel
- Wireless 12-speed Shimano XT Di2 M8250 drivetrain (10-51 cassette)
- Shimano XT M8220 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes
- Tubeless-ready Bontrager Line Comp 30 wheels with Bontrager RSL XT tyres
- Bontrager Line Pro carbon bar and Line dropper post (150-200 mm by size)
Who Is the Top Fuel 9.8 For?
The Top Fuel 9.8 is for cross-country and down-country riders who want a light, efficient carbon bike that still descends with confidence, with wireless Shimano shifting for race pace or big days out.
For New Zealand riders, it is a fast, versatile trail weapon for everything from XC loops to longer backcountry days, equally happy climbing and descending.
Full Specifications
| Frame: | OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal guided routing, downtube guard, alloy rocker link, 4-way Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 120-130 mm travel |
| Fork: | RockShox Pike Ultimate, DebonAir+, Charger 3.1 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 140 mm travel |
| Shock: | RockShox Deluxe Ultimate RCT, 185 mm x 55 mm |
| Front wheel: | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru-axle, 29" (27.5" on size S) |
| Rear wheel: | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano Micro Spline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru-axle, 29" (27.5" on size S) |
| Tyres: | Bontrager Gunnison RSL XT / Montrose RSL XT, Tubeless-Ready, triple compound, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.40" (27.5x2.40" on size S) |
| Shifter: | Shimano XT Di2 M8250, 12-speed |
| Rear derailleur: | Shimano XT M8250, long cage |
| Crank: | Shimano XT 8200, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length |
| Bottom bracket: | Shimano BB-MT501, BSA |
| Cassette: | Shimano XT M8200, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain: | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100 |
| Brakes: | Shimano XT M8220 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Brake rotors: | Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 180 mm |
| Saddle: | Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width |
| Seatpost: | Bontrager Line Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 150 mm (S) / 170 mm (M, ML) / 200 mm (L, XL) travel |
| Handlebar: | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 780 mm width |
| Grips: | Trek Line Elite, lock-on |
| Stem: | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| Headset: | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| Weight: | M - 13.48 kg / 29.72 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| Weight limit: | Maximum total weight (bike, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb) |
PLU: 94333
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.
