Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff.

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Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 Full Suspension Mountain Bike 2023 in Mercury

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Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 Full Suspension Mountain Bike 2023 in Mercury

Season:2024

Brand:Trek

Code:36355Mercury

Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff.

It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150 mm front and 140 mm rear suspension.

You're after the light weight and smooth ride of a carbon frame and want solid parts without the top-shelf price.
A light and stiff full carbon frame, 150 mm of travel from FOX's Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. A perfect blend of Shimano SLX and XT components for reliable shifting and durability on the trail. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.
The Fuel EX 9.7 is an evolved trail bike for the rider who wants it all. Its lightweight carbon frame is lively and stiff, and spec'd with the perfect build thanks to a FOX suspension package and Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain for a full package deal that's build to charge.

Key Features & Benefits:

Fox Rhythm 36 fork:150mm Suspension with 36mm stanchions for greater steering precision
Carbon fibre 140mm travel:Frame with downtube storage, lightweight & efficient for trail riding and space to keep a tube and pump inside the frame
12-Speed Shimano SLX Gears:Perfect for all terrain

Full Specification:

Frame:OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140 mm travel
Rear Shock (If Applicable):Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
Fork:Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel (140mm on XS,S)
Number of Gears:12
Gear Shifters:Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Chainset:Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length
Chainrings:30T alloy
Rear Cassette:Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12-speed
Chain:ShimanoSLX M7100, 12-speed
Front Derailleur:N/A
Rear Derailleur:Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog
Bottom Bracket:Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
Pedals:Not Included
Rims:Bontrager Line 30, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, Presta valve
Front Hub:Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Rear Hub:Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Front Tyre:Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50" or 27.5x2.50"(Size small and Xsmall)
Rear Tyre:Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50" or 27.5x2.50" (Size Small and Xsmall)
Brakes:SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc, SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge
Handlebars:Bontrager Line alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750-780mm width
Handlebar Grips:Bontrager XR Trail Elite, lock-on
Headset:Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8"" top, 1.5"
Stem:Bontrager Elite, 35-45 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree
Saddle:Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
Seatpost:TranzX JD-YSP39, 100-170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Accessories:Bontrager Bits frame storage bag
Weight:M – 14.76 kg/32.55 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes)

Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.

Sizing Chart for Trek Fuel EX Gen 5 & 6

Size	Rider Height		Inseam
XS	145 - 155 cm	4'9" - 5'1"	69 - 73 cm	27" - 29"
S	155 - 165 cm	5'1" - 5'5"	74 - 78 cm	29" - 31"
M	165 - 176 cm	5'5" - 5'9"	79 - 83 cm	31" - 33"
M/L	173 - 180 cm	5'8" - 5'11"	81 - 86 cm	32" - 34"
L	177 - 188 cm	5'10" - 6'2"	84 - 89 cm	33" - 35"
XL	188 - 195 cm	6'2" - 6'5"	89 - 91 cm	35" - 36"

Geometry for Trek Fuel EX Gen 6

The shown starting point for geometry is the stock geometry as it arrives. To view a Dynamic Geometry Chart that accounts for Headset angle, Mino Link position, and Wheel configuration, please visit Trek's website.

	XS	S 27.5	S 29	M	ML	L	XL
WHEEL SIZE	27.5	27.5	29	29	29	29	29
FRAME REACH	400.2	430.2	425	450	470	485	515
EFFECTIVE TOP TUBE	516.2	550.5	553.8	584.1	607.4	626.9	661.8
SEAT TUBE	360	380	380	410	420	435	470
SEAT TUBE ANGLE	70.8	70.8	70.8	70.8	70.8	70.8	70.8
EFFECTIVE SEAT TUBE ANGLE	78.6	78.2	78.6	78.2	77.5	77.2	76.6
FRAME STACK	574.1	574.1	612.3	616.8	616.8	621.3	634.9
HEAD TUBE LENGTH	95	95	95	100	100	105	120
HEAD ANGLE	64.5	64.5	64.5	64.5	64.5	64.5	64.5
FORK AXLE-TO-CROWN	533	533	561	561	561	561	561
BOTTOM BRACKET HEIGHT	332	332	335	335	335	335	335
BOTTOM BRACKET DROP	25	25	38	38	38	38	38
CHAINSTAY LENGTH	435	435	435	435	440	440	445
WHEELBASE	1144.8	1174.8	1185.9	1213	1233.1	1250.2	1286.7
STANDOVER	716.8	723.8	736.8	736.8	741.8	747.8	766.8
OFFSET	44	44	44	44	44	44	44
TRAIL	121.6	121.6	129.2	129.2	129.2	129.3	129.3

Warranty Information for Trek:

Lifetime warranty on Frame sets (frame and rigid fork), main frame and full suspension swing arms for the lifetime of the original owner, and Bontrager wheels with carbon rims.

2-year warranty on Rear suspension linkage components, including bearings, rocker link and accompanying hardware and components, Bontrager wheels with alloy rims, Paint and transfers.

For full warranty policy please visit trekbikes.com

Technical Information

Frame
OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140 mm travel
Fork
Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel
Shock
Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm
Hub front
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Hub rear
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear
Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim
Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, Presta valve
Tyre
Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.50"
Shifter
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Crank
Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length
Bottom bracket
Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12-speed
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
Seatpost
TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750 mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length
Head set
Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
Brake
SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc
Brake rotor
SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180 mm

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Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 Full Suspension Mountain Bike 2023 in Mercury

Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 Full Suspension Mountain Bike 2023 in Mercury

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Sizing Chart for Trek Fuel EX Gen 5 & 6

Geometry for Trek Fuel EX Gen 6

Warranty Information for Trek:

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