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Aluminium full-suspension mountain bike Trek Fuel EX 9 Shimano XT lithium grey/trek black splatter 12-speed

Aluminium full-suspension mountain bike Trek Fuel EX 9 XT grey: Fox Factory 150/145 mm, Shimano XT, 17.14 kg

kr56,367.96 Incl. Tax

~~kr60,670.86~~ MSRP

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Trek Fuel EX 9 XT Lithium Grey: Shimano reliability, no frills

Mechanical Shimano XT from end to end, brakes included: that is the backbone of the Trek Fuel EX 9 XT Gen 7. Around it, an Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy chassis, a Fox 36 Factory with 150 mm of travel and a Float X Factory handling the 145 mm at the rear. Trek quotes 17.14 kg for a size M, dressed here in Lithium Grey/Trek Black Splatter, a mineral grey flecked with black splashes.

Technical specifications

Frame	Alpha NEXT Platinum aluminium, adjustable progression, interchangeable rocker and shock mount, internal storage, threaded BSA 73, ISCG 05
Suspension	Fox Factory 36 Float EVOL GRIP X2 150 mm fork / Fox Factory Float X 205x60 mm shock, 145 mm
Drivetrain	Mechanical Shimano XT 1x12, M8100 derailleur, M8120 30T chainset, M8200 10-51 cassette
Brakes	Shimano XT M8220 4-piston hydraulic, RT86 203 mm (front) and 180 mm (rear) rotors
Wheels / tyres	Bontrager Line Comp 30 Tubeless Ready / Maxxis Minion DHF MaxxGrip / DHR II MaxxTerra 29x2.5 3C EXO+
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 170 (M) or 200 mm (L)
Weight	17.14 kg in size M (Trek figure, with tubeless sealant, no inner tubes)

At a glance

✓ Fox Factory suspension	✓ GRIP X2 cartridge in the fork
✓ Mechanical Shimano XT 1x12	✓ 4-piston XT brakes, 203 mm rotor
✓ Maxxis Minion 2.5 in	✓ 17.14 kg in size M

Who is it for?

This bike is aimed at the mountain biker who is loyal to Shimano and wants a groupset renowned for durability, simple to maintain, with parts available everywhere. It suits riders who cover a lot of ground and want a bike that will not leave them stranded.

The LVR workshop view

Alpha aluminium, Trek's expertise. Alpha is the generic name for Trek's alloys; the NEXT Platinum version, introduced with the Gen 7 Fuel, is the most advanced. This Fuel EX 9 XT benefits from a frame that does more than just be strong: you can change its progression, flip suspension parts to adjust the geometry, slip a repair kit into the down tube and fit a chain guide on the ISCG 05 mounts.

	Alpha Silver	Alpha NEXT Platinum	OCLV Mountain
Level	Trek's entry-level alloy	The most refined of the Alpha alloys	Trek's mountain bike carbon
Construction	Alpha aluminium, hardtail frame	Alpha aluminium, adjustable Fuel platform	OCLV process tuned for impacts
Reference bike	Marlin 4 to 7	Fuel EX 5, 8 and 9	Fuel EX 9.8 and 9.9
What it means	Simple and affordable, no rear suspension	4.95 kg frameset in M, tough and more affordable	3.31 kg frameset in M, 1.64 kg less

In short: with identical Fox Factory suspension and XT drivetrain, the carbon Fuel EX 9.8 XT weighs 15.28 kg in M, 1.86 kg less than this aluminium version. The extra weight is felt on long climbs, much less once the slope tips downhill.

Shimano XT is a benchmark for longevity: chain, cassette and chainring last thousands of kilometres before needing replacement. The 10-51 cassette offers a full range, and the long-cage derailleur keeps chain tension consistent even on rough ground.

The XT M8220 brakes, with a 203 mm rotor at the front, are powerful and easy to bleed with mineral oil. We check them when we hand the bike over, then at every service: a well-bled Shimano brake keeps a consistent bite point all season.

Which Fuel should you choose?

Model	Frame	Fork / rear	Drivetrain	Weight (M)
Fuel EX 8	Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy	Fox Rhythm 36, 150 / 145 mm	SRAM Eagle 70 1x12	16.58 kg
Fuel EX 9 Eagle 90	Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy	RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 150 / 145 mm	SRAM Eagle 90 1x12	16.58 kg
Fuel EX 9 XT	Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy	Fox Factory 36, 150 / 145 mm	Shimano XT 1x12	17.14 kg
Fuel EX 9.8 XT	OCLV Mountain carbon	Fox Factory 36, 150 / 145 mm	Shimano XT 1x12	15.28 kg

Our take: with identical Fox Factory suspension and groupset, the Fuel EX 9 XT Di2 weighs 16.88 kg in M, 260 g less. The Fuel EX 9 Eagle 90 drops to 16.58 kg with RockShox Ultimate suspension.

LVR sizing advice

To choose between two sizes, think about your terrain: the more compact for twisty singletrack, the longer for fast, open descents. The dropper post grows with the frame, up to 200 mm in L and XL; the S switches to 27.5 inches at the rear.

Size	M	L
Rider height (cm)	165-177	177-188
Inseam (cm)	79-83	84-89
Dropper post (mm)	170	200
Wheels front / rear (in)	29 / 29	29 / 29

Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop.

Your questions

Why choose Shimano XT?	For its durability, parts available everywhere and simple maintenance.
Does Fox Factory need special maintenance?	An annual service of the seals and oil, which we carry out in the workshop.
Which sizes in this colour?	M and L in the Trek data for this version.
Is the speckled grey discreet?	Yes, it stays understated and hides small scratches well.

The LVR Cycles verdict

The Fuel EX 9 XT is a reliable, durable trail bike, with top-level Fox Factory suspension and a proven Shimano groupset. The lithium grey flecked with black gives it an understated look that will last through the seasons.

Pros
+ Durable Shimano XT
+ Fox Factory with GRIP X2 cartridge
+ Understated flecked grey

Cons
- 17.14 kg in M, the heaviest Fuel EX 9
- Mechanical drivetrain needs adjusting

Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek dealer in Béziers, we service your Shimano XT drivetrain, bleed the brakes and carry out the Fox service on your Fuel EX 9.

Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.

Reference TRK-5340457

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