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Shimano XT Di2 electronics, Fox Factory suspension and XT brakes: the Trek Fuel EX 9 XT Di2 Gen 7 brings together on its Alpha NEXT Platinum frame a spec our workshop knows well. Travel: 150 mm front, 145 mm rear; weight: 16.88 kg in M according to Trek. Lithium Grey/Trek Black Splatter finish, in other words a dark grey scattered with small black spots.
| 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 | Electronic Shimano XT Di2 1x12, long-cage M8250 derailleur, XT M8200 30T chainset, 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 2.5 in 3C EXO+ (27.5 rear on 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 | 16.88 kg in size M (Trek figure, with tubeless sealant, no inner tubes) |
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At a glance
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Ideal if you want to enjoy electronics without worrying about the technical side, by entrusting configuration and follow-up to a workshop. From S to XL, it fits riders from 155 to 195 cm.
Alpha aluminium, Trek's expertise. The Fuel EX 9 XT Di2 pairs Shimano's electronic groupset with Trek's most advanced aluminium, Alpha NEXT Platinum, the top tier above Alpha Platinum and Alpha Silver. The frame retains all the Gen 7 options: adjustable progression, geometry changes via interchangeable parts, a down tube storage hatch, a ZS headset and an easy-to-maintain threaded BSA bottom bracket.
| 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: the Di2 version weighs 16.88 kg in M, 260 g less than the mechanical Fuel EX 9 XT, with identical suspension and brakes. The aluminium frame remains 1.64 kg heavier than the carbon kit, but it gives you electronics without moving to carbon.
An electronic drivetrain updates like a smartphone: new features, fixes, fine-tuning. We carry out these updates in the workshop and check the drivetrain at every service, so the bike is always running perfectly.
After a crash, the M8250 derailleur is easy to check, and electronic diagnostics quickly identify any problem. The cassette and chain remain conventional XT parts, simple and inexpensive to replace.
| Model | Frame | Fork / rear | Drivetrain | Weight (M) |
| Fuel EX 9 XT | Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy | Fox Factory 36, 150 / 145 mm | Shimano XT 1x12 | 17.14 kg |
| Fuel EX 9 XT Di2 | Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy | Fox Factory 36, 150 / 145 mm | Shimano XT Di2 1x12 | 16.88 kg |
| Fuel EX 9 X0 AXS | Alpha NEXT Platinum alloy | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 150 / 145 mm | SRAM X0 AXS T-Type 1x12 | not disclosed |
| Fuel EX 9.8 XT | OCLV Mountain carbon | Fox Factory 36, 150 / 145 mm | Shimano XT 1x12 | 15.28 kg |
Our take: in the aluminium range, this Di2 slots in between the Eagle 90 (16.58 kg) and the cable-operated XT (17.14 kg). The X0 AXS, its SRAM equivalent, has no published weight.
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LVR sizing advice If you are between two sizes, go for the smaller if your trails are slow and technical, the larger if you prioritise speed and stability. Post travel follows frame size; the S gets a 27.5-inch rear wheel to keep clearance.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Who does the Di2 updates? | Our workshop, during preparation and then at every service. |
| What should I do after a crash? | Have the derailleur checked; electronic diagnostics are quick in the workshop. |
| Which sizes in this colour? | S, M, L and XL; the S gets a 27.5-inch rear wheel. |
| Is the speckled grey discreet? | Yes, it stays understated and hides small marks well. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The ideal Fuel EX 9 XT Di2 for enjoying electronics without worrying about the technical side, with full workshop follow-up. The lithium grey flecked with black stays understated and timeless.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek dealer in Béziers, we configure your XT Di2, carry out the updates and provide full follow-up for 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.
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