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Fuel EX 7 is a do-anything trail machine evolved to eat up singletrack. Upgraded 150mm front and 140mm rear suspension smooth out rough and technical descents, while a lightweight aluminum frame keeps things lively on the climbs. New in-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that come with the carbon model, without the price tag. Tubeless wheels, and reliable Shimano SLX 1x12 drivetrain round-out this build for ultimate trail fun.
It's right for you if...
You're looking for a ride-anything full-suspension with stepped-up components, like a supple RockShox Gold RL fork that gobbles up rock gardens for fun and flowy descents.
The tech you get
A lightweight alloy full-suspension frame with 150mm RockShox Gold RL fork with DebonAir spring for small bump compliance, and a FOX Performance rear shock. Plus, a 1x12 Shimano SLX drivetrain and wide Bontrager wheels with tubeless tires and a dropper post. New adjustable geometry that lets you take control of your setup.
The final word
For the all-mountain rider, Fuel EX 7 takes the cake. Its capable geometry is ready to rally the mountain, and upgraded suspension and drivetrain keep you riding all day.
Why you'll love it
- You get all-mountain power with upgraded components that are ready to progress with you on the trail
- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels
- The dropper post gets your saddle out of the way when you're ripping corners and smashing descents.
- With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
- Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware, and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze
Internal Storage
Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.
Active Braking Pivot
Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.
Slack or steep, the choice is yours
Install angle adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking — all without impacting your bottom bracket height.
Adjust the sus for full send
Adjust leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don’t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.
Size-specific stays
Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.
Business in the front, party in the back
Craving the nimble ride of 27.5˝ wheels but don’t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link in high, toss on a 160mm fork, and get ready to party.
Shimano XT
Shimano XT is the original mountain bike groupset and trusted by generations of mountain bikers around the world. Whatever the trail, wherever you ride, XT is your solution for mountain biking today. Reliable shifting. Superior braking. Intuitive maintenance. XT is the high performance workhorse you can count on.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travel |
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| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 150mm travel |
| Shock | Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position DPS damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 185mm x 55mm |
| Max compatible fork travel | 160mm |
| *Wheel front |
Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 27.5'' |
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Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29'' |
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| *Wheel rear |
Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 54, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 27.5'' |
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Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29'' |
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| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| *Tire |
Size: XS , S Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.50" |
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Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50'' |
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| Tire part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tire size | Frame: 29x2.50" (XS & S: 27.5x2.50"), Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
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| 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 Deore M6100, 10-51, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed |
| Max chainring size | 1x: 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size: XS , S TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 100mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm, 346mm length |
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Size: M , ML TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 150mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm, 454mm length |
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Size: L , XL , XXL TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 170mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm, 497mm length |
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| Handlebar | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem |
Size: XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length |
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Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length |
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| Headset | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| *Brake |
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 caliper |
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Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 4-piston caliper |
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| *Brake rotor |
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm |
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Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm |
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| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 203mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer |
| Weight | M - 15.97 kg / 35.21 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |