Are Trek and Rock Shox reinventing suspension adjustment?
The existing Rail series from the 9.7 model onwards will remain as before, but Trek is setting off a veritable firework display of innovations with the Rail 9.8 and 9.9 models: the main innovation is Bosch's new Smart System. On the hardware side, the new 750 watt-hour battery (Trek combines this with a practical handlebar grip), the new handlebar remote and the Kiox 300 display stand out. On the software side, the new system offers dealers a new user interface for diagnostics and service as well as the Flow app for customers, which enables interventions, adjustments and over-the-air updates to the previously closed e-bike ecosystem.
The geometry of the Rail 9.8 and 9.9 can now be adjusted via Mino Link so that the 29er bike can also accommodate a 27.5-inch rear wheel, turning it into an e-mullet. With the Slash as a role model, the geometry has also been updated, with the focus on a reach that is up to two and a half centimetres longer in some cases (depending on the frame size). The seat angle has also increased, rising from 75 to a climbing-friendly 77 degrees.
Last, but not least:
Trek presents the new AirWhiz system on the 9.9 model: This looks similar to the familiar air pressure measurement system for the tires, but is designed for the air suspension elements on the fork and shock. The system is currently only available from Trek and is designed to make it much easier to adjust the suspension. This works with the AXS app or by means of red or green illuminated diodes on the suspension elements, even without an app connection. Trek wants to make it much easier for riders to adjust the suspension elements correctly.
The Rail 9.8 and 9.9 electric bikes with 160 millimetres of travel at the front and 150 millimetres at the rear are available with Shimano and Sram drivetrains. If you like individuality, you can also configure the bike entirely according to your wishes via Project One.
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