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The Trek Fuel+ EX 9.8 Eagle 90 Gen 2 stands out for its suspension: a 150 mm RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork with Charger 3.1 RC2 damper and a 145 mm Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2T shock, the same as on the 9.9. OCLV Mountain carbon frame, TQ HPR60 motor, 580 Wh battery and SRAM Eagle 90 drivetrain, for 20.38 kg in size M according to Trek. The Gloss Navy Smoke/Matte Trek Black dresses the frame in a smoky, glossy midnight blue set off with matt black.
| Frame | OCLV Mountain carbon, removable battery, adjustable head angle, adjustable progression, interchangeable alloy rocker links and lower shock mount, down tube protection, ABP, UDH, Boost |
| Motor | TQ HPR60: 60 Nm, 250 W continuous, 350 W peak |
| Battery | TQ 580 Wh, removable |
| Controls / display | TQ colour LED display with Bluetooth |
| Suspension | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, DebonAir+ ButterCups, Charger 3.1 RC2, 150 mm / RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2T, 205 x 60 mm, 145 mm |
| Drivetrain | SRAM Eagle 90 T-Type 1x12, SRAM XX 165 mm cranks, XS-1275 10-52 cassette, GX Eagle chain |
| Brakes | SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston hydraulic, HS2 200 mm rotors |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Line Comp 30 / Maxxis Minion DHF MaxxGrip (front) and DHR II MaxxTerra (rear) 2.5 in, EXO+, Tubeless Ready, 27.5 rear in size S |
| Cockpit | Race Face Turbine alloy 35 mm handlebar, 40 mm rise, Bontrager Elite 45 mm stem |
| Saddle / seatpost | Verse Short Comp 145 mm / Bontrager Line Dropper 150 to 200 mm depending on size |
| Weight | 20.38 kg in size M (Trek figure, with tubeless sealant, no inner tubes) |
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At a glance
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For the mountain biker who judges a bike first on how it descends, and wants the assist to get back up faster so they can ride down more often. It will appeal to riders who frequent technical trails without wanting the weight of an enduro e-MTB.
OCLV carbon, Trek's signature. Behind the OCLV acronym lies a process of curing the carbon plies under high pressure to eliminate micro-voids. For mountain biking, Trek developed a Mountain version whose layup prioritises impact resistance. On this Fuel+ EX 9.8 Eagle 90, the frame features an adjustable head angle and adjustable progression, and carries a lifetime warranty.
| Carbon Fuel+ EX (9.7 to 9.9) | Aluminium Fuel+ EX 8 | Fuel EXe (previous generation) | |
| Level | Carbon reserved for mountain bikes | Premium Trek aluminium | Previous-generation lightweight e-MTB |
| Construction | OCLV Mountain, impact reinforcements | Alpha NEXT Platinum | OCLV Mountain, HPR50 and 360 Wh |
| Reference bike | Fuel+ EX 9.8 Eagle 90: 20.38 kg (M) | Fuel+ EX 8: 21.68 kg (M) | Fuel EXe 9.7: 19.33 kg (M) |
| What it means | High-end suspension on carbon | Heavier, cheaper | 10 Nm and 220 Wh less |
Put simply: the 9.8 Eagle 90 is the Fuel+ EX that puts suspension first, with the same RockShox Ultimate pairing as the 9.9, a mechanical drivetrain and alloy wheels. It weighs 20.38 kg in M according to Trek.
The Charger 3.1 RC2 damper separates high- and low-speed compression: the fork stays firm under heavy braking while still soaking up sharp hits from roots. On the slabs and steps of the Caroux, the Lyrik sits high in its travel, which preserves the geometry as the gradient steepens.
The Maxxis Minion DHF front and DHR II rear tyres, with EXO+ casings, are a descending setup that inspires confidence in the red-earth corners around Lake Salagou. The TQ motor, limited to 250 W and 25 km/h like every e-bike, fades into the background as soon as the trail points downhill.
| Model | Frame | Motor / battery | Rear / front travel | Weight (M) |
| Fuel+ EX 9.7 Eagle 70 | OCLV Mountain carbon | TQ HPR60 / 580 Wh | 150 mm front | 20.68 kg |
| Fuel+ EX 9.8 Eagle 90 | OCLV Mountain carbon | TQ HPR60 / 580 Wh | 145 / 150 mm | 20.38 kg |
| Fuel+ EX 9.8 XT | OCLV Mountain carbon | TQ HPR60 / 580 Wh | 145 / 150 mm | 20.10 kg |
| Fuel+ LX 9.8 Eagle 90 | OCLV Mountain carbon | TQ HPR60 / 580 Wh | 160 / 170 mm | 20.88 kg |
Our take: the 9.8 Eagle 90 (20.38 kg in M) shares its RockShox Ultimate suspension with the 9.9, with a mechanical drivetrain. If you want more travel, the Fuel+ LX 9.8 Eagle 90 steps up to 160 / 170 mm for 20.88 kg.
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LVR sizing advice Between two sizes, the smaller one makes the 9.8 more playful in tight turns, the larger one more stable at high speed. The dropper goes from 150 mm in S to 200 mm from L upwards, and the S gets a 27.5-inch rear wheel.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Enough travel for enduro? | For recreational riding, yes; for full-on enduro, the Fuel+ LX offers 160 / 170 mm. |
| What can you adjust on the Lyrik? | Air pressure, rebound, and high- and low-speed compression. |
| Are the Maven Bronze brakes enough? | Yes, four pistons and 200 mm rotors, well suited to the weight of an e-MTB. |
| Is the blue very dark? | A smoky navy that looks almost black in the shade and blue in full sun. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The Fuel+ EX that prioritises descending, with the suspension from the 9.9 and a simple mechanical drivetrain. Its smoky navy over matt black is wonderfully understated.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, we set up the Lyrik and shock for your weight, fit the Maxxis tyres tubeless and handle diagnostics and updates for the TQ motor.
Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.
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