Product Overview
Fuel EXe 9.8 GX AXS takes an evolved approach to e-mountain biking with a streamlined new motor that packs in space-age technology in a tiny but mighty package. It's built on a carbon fiber chassis that's light, stiff, and nimble for a lively and playful trail feel. And to keep a good thing going, it's topped off with carbon wheels, wireless shifting technology of SRAM GX AXS, and silky-smooth suspension of a RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork and SuperDeluxe Select+ rear suspension.
You want a lively trail bike that feels like a traditional mountain bike in quick, techy terrain, but gives you a little boost in pedal power on the way back up. You want space-age technology everywhere from motor to drivetrain, and upgraded suspension that keeps you floating on the trail. You don't want to lose out on the natural experience of mountain biking, and want a refined motor that quietly assists while you ride.
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame equipped with a fully-encased 360Wh battery and TQ harmonic pin ring transmission with a smart charging port, integrated LED display and discreet handlebar remote. Plus, a 150mm RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork with DebonAir spring and Charger 2.1 RC damper, and 140mm RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear suspension. The cherry on top? A wireless SRAM GX AXS drivetrain that keeps your cockpit minimalist and clean.
Fuel EXe 9.8 is a refined trail bike with just the right amount of power for scorching climbs before turning around to rally though technical and flow trails alike. Its equipped with future-minded technology, like the space-approved TQ transmission and wireless SRAM GX AXS shifting that keeps your cockpit minimalist. Finally, carbon wheels and an upgraded RockShox suspension package keeps you floating on the trail even when the conditions get hairy.
- You get a bike that rides like your favorite trail bike on descents and gives you adaptive assist on the climbs that doesn't make you feel like a cheater
- Its tiny but mighty TQ transmission is tuned for the trail, keeping things quiet so you can stay in the moment, plus it ramps up power with you for a natural ride feel
- The smart charge port, sleek integrated display, and discreet controls keep the bike looking and feeling like a traditional mountain bike
- It keeps your ride silky smooth even when the trail gets rowdy thanks to the upgraded RockShox suspension package that offers 150mm of front and 140mm of rear travel
- You'll be able to add on a range extender when you want a little extra fuel in the tank for big days on the bike
Specs
Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 150mm travel |
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Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 205mm x 60mm |
Wheels | Front: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle Rear: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
Hubs | Front: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle Rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
Axles | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
Tires | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50'' |
Crankset | E*thirteen E*spec Race Carbon, 32T, 170mm length // E*thirteen E*spec Race carbon, 34T, 165mm length |
Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
Cassette/Freewheel | SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed |
Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
Brakes | SRAM 6-bolt, 200mm |
Handlebars | Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5mm handlebar rise, 820mm width, 0 degree stem rise |
Tape/Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width |
Motor | TQ-HPR50, 300 watt, 50 Nm |
Battery | TQ 360Wh |
Controller/Display | TQ LED display with Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity |
* Subject to change without notice.