Trek Fuel Ex 8 Gx Axs T Type Gen 6 Mountain Bike in Red

Fuel EX 8 GX AXS T-Type Gen 6

The Fuel EX 8 GX AXS is an evolved trail bike, dialled for riders who chase down rowdy descents and want a bike that's happy to pedal back to the top and do it again. The lightweight alloy frame pairs with a upgraded electronic wireless 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle transmission, while a 150 mm FOX Rhythm fork cushions the blow from rocks and roots. In-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that the come with the carbon model, but without the lofty price tag>

The tech you get: A light and stiff alloy frame with 150 mm FOX Rhythm fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. SRAM's latest wireless GX Eagle AXS 12-speed transmission for snappy shifting and Tubeless-Ready Bontrager wheels. Plus, adjustable geometry that lets you take control of your set-up.

Why you’ll love it

• The Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150 mm of travel and slack, adjustable geometry for an extra capable ride, plus, in-frame storage on all models – even alloy
• You'll get upgraded components where it matters most, with SRAM's latest GX Eagle AXS wireless electronic transmission for the smoothest shifting under load
• With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
• The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descents

Specifications

Frameset

• Frame: Alpha Platinum Aluminium, 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, 150 mm travel
• Shock: Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm

Wheels and Tyres

• Wheels: Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready
• Tyres: Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42 mm

Drivetrain

• Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, T-Type, DUB, 30T, 55 mm chain line, 170 mm length
• Shifters: SRAM AXS POD
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS, T-Type
• Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, T-Type, 12-speed
• Cassette: SRAM Eagle XS-1275, T-Type,10-52, 12-speed

Components

• Handlebar: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise,
• Dropper: TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing
• Brake: SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc
• Saddle: Bontrager Verse P3, chromoly rails