The new generation of the Fuel EX is designed by Trek for even more demanding terrain and more speed thanks to the longer suspension travel and slacker geometry. Trek has also equipped the bike with a 140 mm shock and a 150 mm suspension fork. The extra travel is combined with a 64.5-degree slack head angle and a steeper seat angle of 77.2 degrees.

As all riders have different demands and requirements for their bike, the Fuel EX offers new options for the settings. Optional headset angle adjustment cups (sold separately) can be fitted, allowing the 64.5-degree steering angle to be set one degree slacker or steeper without changing the bottom bracket height. In addition, the so-called Mino Link returns and allows the steering angle to be adjusted by a further half degree.

At the same time, the Fuel EX scores with an adjustable lever ratio thanks to a chip in the lower shock mount. This allows you to choose between a less progressive setting for a softer ride feel on rough terrain or a higher progression for more bottom-out resistance on particularly hard drops or when using a coil shock.

Also a storage compartment like in the carbon frame

The new frame design of the Fuel EX also enables more upgrade options. For example, compatibility with different shocks has been extended, including coil shocks, and the larger seat tube diameter of 34.9 mm now allows larger, more reliable dropper posts to be fitted. In addition, the bike is suitable for a mullet setup when the choice is between agile 27.5s and faster 29˝ wheels.

The Fuel EX aluminum frames now also feature technologies that were previously reserved for carbon models, such as a storage compartment integrated into the down tube with BITS pocket to keep the most important utensils for the tour always within easy reach.

All frames have rattle-free, maintenance-friendly channels for the internally routed cables, while the two-piece, bolted frame guard protects against stone chips and scratches. The Fuel EX is available in frame sizes XS to XXL so that as many riders as possible can find a suitable Fuel EX. Each frame size comes with size-specific wheels, such as 27.5˝ for XS and 29˝ for sizes M - XXL. Size S riders can even choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝ wheels. In addition to the different wheels, the Fuel EX also relies on size-specific chainstays, which offer smaller riders more agile handling and larger bikers more traction on the front wheel on uphills.

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