2012 trek fuel ex 9 blue book

Its the better choice with improvements like the fox fit drcv fork with rlc and kashima coat, drcv rear shock with 3 position propedal, bontrager rhythm elite wheelset, and full shimano xt 3x10 drivetrain with xtr rear derailleur. Save 22% off msrp during our winter sale on a 2018 trek marlin 5 27. This are designated by the numbers, with singledigit numbers meaning an aluminium frame e. Nov 16, 2016 trek specs shimano xt brakes and a bontrager drop line 125mm dropper post, though my test bike was actually outfitted with a rockshox reverb post like last years fuel ex 9. If you are looking for a top notch 5 travel bike this is the right choice. Check out australias largest selection of new and used trek mountain bikes on bikeexchange today. My 2012 trek fuel ex 8 needed a little tune up after i submerged the bottom bracket getting crazy up in granite bay. Our value guide is constantly growing with pricing information and bicycle specs daily. Oct 11, 2012 published on oct 11, 2012 a video insight into the brand new 20 trek fuel ex 8 trail bike bike, retailing at. Trek mountain bikes for sale bikeexchange australia. Surprisingly, the shimano xt drivetrain on the fuel ex 9. Find out how much a 2016 trek fuel ex 8 29 bicycle is worth.

They specialize in the design of highly advanced cross country, sport, trail, enduro, downhill and dual sport mountain bikes loaded. Alpha platinum aluminum wabp convert, full floater, e2 tapered head tube, internal front derailleur cable routing, magnesium evo link, replaceable. The fuel ex is the the ultimate singletrack trail bike agile enough for racing, yet relaxed enough for longdistance pedaling. To the right of each model designation are the years in which the model was sold by trek. Get the best deals on trek fuel ex bikes when you shop the largest online selection at.

Top fuel dual suspension, procaliber and superfly hardtails. The fuel ex is arguably the most versatile bike in treks lineup and has long been built for real trail riders. For comparison, treks highest end aluminum ex bike, the 9, weighs 27. The bicycle looks good, may have minimal cosmetic only blemishes on the frame, fork, components, parts andor accessories. Get the best deals on trek project one when you shop the largest online. I chose to trade in versus selling it myself because its more of a hassle to try to find someone to sell it to, haggling about prices, can you add this, can you take away that. Aug 24, 2011 this past weekend, i was able to throw a leg over the new 2012 trek fuel ex 9. Mtbr was given the opportunity to ride the 20 trek fuel ex in the rocky trails of the dolomite mountains in cortina, italy. Treks previous incarnation of the top fuel was retired in 2012 with the appearance of the superfly, pretty much as trek ditched the 26 wheel size on its crosscountry lineup in favour of the 29 rolling stock we have become used to in the last few years. Full set 10 bearings 2 x enduro bearings 8 x mbs bearings. Apr 21, 2018 the trek fuel ex 8 29 is a bike with a lineage going back to crosscountry racing. The new fuel has more travel now at mm instead of 120, but the real story is how plush the travel is. What we found was a bike that was more highly evolved and more capable than its predecessor. We got a ton of rain here on the west coast so naturally i had to take up a few chances to get muddy and make some splashes.

Trek features some of the most innovative mountain bikes on the market. First off, several models in each line receive the drcv fork upgrade. Trek continues to use the floating designcalled full floater in the trek universeon its shorter travel bikes the mm fuel ex, mm farley ex. Trek bike owners manuals and bontrager product manuals trek. Join us at the water cooler to catch up on the latest and swap stories with. Its a real trailbake that can work for a wide range of riders. Over the years, the fuel ex has adapted to the demands of modern riding with various upgrades and tweaks but has stayed true to its intended purpose as a bike that can go all over the mountain, whether the trail is full of long and steep climbs or technical. More importantly, all the bikes have had their head tubes slackened a degree. I checked several bikes prices on bicycle blue book used bikes and imo they are way off.

The trek fuel ex 9 leaves you wanting nothing more than endless epic days and countless miles of singletrack. Somehow, the fuel ex continues to get lighter with the 2012 ex 9. Fuel ex 8 e fuel ex 8 uk fuel ex 9 fuel ex 9 e fuel ex 9 uk fuel ex 9. Last week, trek released a few key 2014 models to their dealers, and as expected, a few of the more, um, eager shops immediately posted images online well before the official public launch pegged for the end of the month. Mar 01, 2017 in the fuel ex 29 lineup, you offer an aluminumframed model for the same price as this one, but with a slightly nicer build kitnamely wheels, fork and drivetrain. The idiot wanted 2 mirrors, a saddle bag, tools, a rack, a bag for the rack, head light, tail light and bar ends on it since thats what his old bike had on it. Only problem i my have i that i am 59 not quite 5 10 is this a problem if i feel comfortable on the bike.

Mar 14, 2017 the fuel ex 9 comes decorated with parts from treks inhouse brand, bontrager. The bicycle may require minimal service adjustments without the need of replacing any parts. Jul 18, 2011 fuel ex and remedy harness the gnarness for 2012 lighter and yet more downhill capablethats the theme behind the majority of tweaks that trek has made to their fuel ex and remedy models. This dna shines through, but without the drawbacks that this can bring the fuel ex is a genuine trail bike. Trek fuel ex 9, and double digit numbers with a decimal place separating them referring to the carbonfibre versions e. There is no compromise when it comes to quality or spec. Trek save 18% off msrp during our winter sale on a 2019 marlin 6 29. The fuel ex 9 comes decorated with parts from treks inhouse brand, bontrager. That includes the new drop line internallyrouted seat post, and 30mm wide line comp 30 wheels. The trek fuel ex 8 29 is a bike with a lineage going back to crosscountry racing. He called trek and asked what todays equivalent was. On most bikes this curve is necessary to provide clearance for the fork dials, but trek gets around by limiting bar rotation to about 120 degrees with a device called. Our most popular trail bike is built with mm of travel in the rear and 140mm up front, innovative frame and suspension tech, and performance parts that keep you ripping on the widest variety of terrain.