Fuel ex blends the best of both worlds in one uncompromising package. Use the bleed valve to remove air if it did not move far enough. We were lucky enough to have a first ride on this bike when it was launched in the us about 10 months ago. When youre ready to go out on a trail, you can look into getting a trek fuel ex mountain bike. Mountain bikes trek trek mountain bikes trek fuel ex 2018 trek fuel ex. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Our most popular trail bike is built with mm of travel in the rear and 140mm up front, innovative frame and suspension tech, and performance parts that keep you ripping on the widest variety of terrain. The bicycle may require minimal service adjustments without the need of replacing any parts. More importantly, all the bikes have had their head tubes slackened a degree. Oct 11, 2012 a video insight into the brand new 20 trek fuel ex 8 trail bike bike, retailing at. The 2010 trek fuel ex is the topoftheline trail bike model from trek. That includes the new drop line internallyrouted seat post, and 30mm wide line comp 30 wheels.
Trek features some of the most innovative mountain bikes on the market. We loved it then and after spending a lot more time on it over the last couple of months we love it even more. This dna shines through, but without the drawbacks that this can bring the fuel ex is a genuine trail bike. I chose to trade in versus selling it myself because its more of a hassle to try to find someone to sell it to, haggling about prices, can you add this, can you take away that. The fuel ex has been the pinnacle of the trek trail bike range. Treks previous incarnation of the top fuel was retired in 2012 with the appearance of the superfly, pretty much as trek ditched the 26 wheel size on its crosscountry lineup in favour of the 29 rolling stock we have become used to in the last few years. Jul 18, 2011 fuel ex and remedy harness the gnarness for 2012 lighter and yet more downhill capablethats the theme behind the majority of tweaks that trek has made to their fuel ex and remedy models. Join us at the water cooler to catch up on the latest and swap stories with. Mountain bikes trek trek mountain bikes trek fuel ex 2011 trek fuel ex. Aa it has 120mm travel and gets their totally new drcv rear shock tech info on that below to improve performance on both big and small bumps, amongst other improvements. The ex 6 is the second cheapest in treks fuel lineup, and the whole lines had a travel bump to mm front and rear bar the cheaper ex 5, which makes do with a 120mm fork. The seat a mid evil torture device for sure, the avid juicy 7 brakes squeel like a stuck pig, the tires and the paint seems a little bit too prone to chipping. Alpha red aluminum wabp race, full floater, e2 tapered head tube, magnesium evo link, oversized pivot bearings, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm. The fuel ex line is a great value for bikes, and the fuel lower end features a lot of the same geometry and features as the 9s.
The fuel ex is arguably the most versatile bike in treks lineup and has long been built for real trail riders. Shades of blue over matte black created a visually appealing bike. The sportage ex also has 19inch alloy wheels, led headlights and taillights and a. What we found was a bike that was more highly evolved and more capable than its predecessor. Trek save 18% off msrp during our winter sale on a 2019 marlin 6 29. This is my first fs bike after having been on a trek 4300 ht for several years. Trek bike owners manuals and bontrager product manuals trek. Mar 14, 2017 the fuel ex 9 comes decorated with parts from treks inhouse brand, bontrager. Save 22% off msrp during our winter sale on a 2018 trek marlin 5 27. I checked several bikes prices on bicycle blue book used bikes and. They specialize in the design of highly advanced cross country, sport, trail, enduro, downhill and dual sport mountain bikes loaded.
Fuel ex 7 e fuel ex 7 uk fuel ex 8 fuel ex 8 e fuel ex 8 uk fuel ex 9 fuel ex 9 e fuel ex 9 uk fuel ex 9. Over the years, the fuel ex has adapted to the demands of modern riding with various upgrades and tweaks but has stayed true to its intended purpose as a bike that can go all over the mountain, whether the trail is full of long and steep climbs or technical. You, trek, the worlds greatest athletes, 140 characters. Have a question about any trek bike built within the past few years. The combination of abp rear pivot, sorted geometry and rider positioning has already. Jan 09, 2010 2010 trek fuel ex9 as a standard bike i believe that this is one of the best on the market, some others have slightly better finishing kit, when i say slightly, bontrager although owned by trek, is a very good brand on its own and most of the bits and bobs i buy are bonty. The bicycle looks good, may have minimal cosmetic only blemishes on the frame, fork, components, parts andor accessories. First off, several models in each line receive the drcv fork upgrade. He called trek and asked what todays equivalent was.
Use the trek suspension calculator to find your ideal sag measurement in millimeters. Want a rugged, capable longtravel trail bike with the responsiveness of an xc bike. Apr 21, 2018 the trek fuel ex 8 29 is a bike with a lineage going back to crosscountry racing. Treks line of fuel ex 8 trail bikes is designed to withstand wind, weather, and other wearandtear that they might throughout their lifetime the heavyduty mm frame is made of hydroformed alpha platinum aluminum frame, offering strength and stability with none of the rigidity thats typically associated with aluminum frames.
If your measured sag is not within 24mm of the recommended sag, use your shock pump to adjust the psi. Treks fuel ex 7 29er contains modern bike technology with a classic ride feel. I bought mine 6 months used from the manager at the trek bicycles store in shawnee. Suspension setup is crucial to getting the best performance from your mountain bike. The fuel ex is the the ultimate singletrack trail bike agile enough for racing, yet relaxed enough for longdistance pedaling. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2011 trek fuel ex 9. Jan 19, 20 the ex 6 is the second cheapest in treks fuel lineup, and the whole lines had a travel bump to mm front and rear bar the cheaper ex 5, which makes do with a 120mm fork. Our value guide is constantly growing with pricing information and bicycle specs daily.
Trek bicycle corporation is a major bicycle and cycling product manufacturer and distributor under. Alpha red aluminum wabp race, full floater, e2 tapered head tube, magnesium evo link, oversized pivot bearings, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm travel. Better still, fuel economy for the awd drops by just one mpg in the city and two mpg. Theyre versatile, light, and exceedingly capable, climbing as well as they descend, conquering trails from the dolomites to durango. There arent many if any bikes better suited to the challenge than trek s new fuel ex9. Browse available blue books matching mountain bike, trek. Fuel ex is a versatile full suspension mountain bike thats fast on singletrack, capable in the rough, and fun wherever you ride it. The 2011 model comes with key upgrades over the 2010. Find out how much a 2012 trek fuel ex 9 bicycle is worth. Join us at the water cooler to catch up on the latest and swap stories with trek fans from around the world.
Get the best deals on trek project one when you shop the largest online selection at. The new fuel has more travel now at mm instead of 120, but the real story is how plush the travel is. Stock i like the frame, the front and rear shocks and the rims. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2012 trek fuel ex 9 bike. Mtbr was given the opportunity to ride the 20 trek fuel ex in the rocky trails of the dolomite mountains in cortina, italy. Trek does not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties.