Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS Gen 6 – Carbon All-Mountain MTB 2025

Description

The Tech-Forward Trail King: Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS Gen 6 (2025)

The Trek Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS Gen 6 is a high-performance carbon trail bike designed for those who want the latest in mountain bike technology. Constructed from Trek’s premier OCLV Mountain Carbon, the frame is incredibly light, stiff, and features integrated down tube storage. With 150mm of front travel and 140mm of rear travel, the Gen 6 platform is the most capable Fuel EX ever, offering a slacker geometry for steep descents and a steep seat tube for efficient climbing.

This build’s centerpiece is the SRAM GX Eagle AXS wireless drivetrain. Experience near-instantaneous, precise shifting at the push of a button, without the clutter of traditional shift cables. To match this performance, the bike is equipped with Fox Performance Elite suspension, featuring a 36 fork with the GRIP2 damper and a FloatX rear shock—offering the same elite-level adjustability as the Fox Factory series for a perfectly tuned ride.

Carbon Precision & Smart Adjustability

The Fuel EX 9.8 GX AXS is a masterclass in trail versatility. It rolls on Bontrager Line Elite 30 Carbon wheels, which offer superior strength and near-instant acceleration thanks to the 108-tooth Rapid Drive hub. With 6-way geometry adjustability via the Mino Link and adjustable headset cups (sold separately), you can tune this bike to be a fast-rolling XC machine or a slack, aggressive enduro-capable sled.

• OCLV Mountain Carbon Frame: Elite carbon construction with integrated Internal Frame Storage.
• SRAM GX Eagle AXS: Fully wireless 12-speed electronic shifting for a cleaner cockpit and faster gear changes.
• Fox Performance Elite 36 & FloatX: 150mm/140mm of travel with high-performance dampers for maximum traction.
• Bontrager Line Elite 30 Wheels: Lightweight OCLV Carbon rims with high-engagement hubs.
• Active Braking Pivot (ABP): Patented suspension technology that prevents the rear shock from stiffening under braking.
• Internal Storage: Stow your flat kit and tools securely inside the frame for a pack-free riding experience.