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Trek Fuel EX 5 Deore

Trek Fuel EX 5 Deore
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Fuel EX 5 is the gateway to full suspension trail bikes. Trail-taming RockShox front and rear suspension, a Shimano 1x12 drivetrain, a dropper post for getting low on descents, and hydraulic disc brakes make Fuel EX 5 a high-value, high-performance mountain bike with exceptional versatility.

It's right for you if...
You're ready to go full suspension, and you want a versatile trail bike at a great value. You want a ride that's sure-footed, capable, and responsive so you can stay in control no matter where you're riding.

The tech you get
A lightweight aluminum frame with a Straight Shot down tube for extra stiffness in the rough, and a Knock Block steerer stop to protect against spinning bars. A 140mm RockShox Recon Silver fork, 130mm of rear travel with an X-Fusion Pro 2 shock, a durable 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain, dropper post, and hydraulic disc brakes.

The final word
You get full suspension performance without the sticker shock. Fuel EX 5 has the same frame technology as our higher-end alloy Fuel EX models with parts chosen to keep the price tag low and stoke level high.

Why you'll love it
- You get a high-end ride at an exceptional value with frame features like Boost148 and ABP that give you confident handling and room to upgrade parts as your skills grow
- It has the capability of far more expensive trail bikes: it shreds singletrack and can even handle the occasional XC or enduro race
- The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descents
- The RockShox fork's Solo Air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and it's lighter than a coil spring
- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders. And, you get the fastest wheel that fits your frame: XS frames get 27.5" wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5" or 29", and sizes M to XL get 29" wheels

Wheel size:
Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch
Sizes Small – X-Large: 29-inch

Dropper posts

A dropper seatpost allows you to quickly lower and raise your seat to give you an ideal riding position. Dropping your seat creates a lower center of gravity for better control and maneuverability on steep descents, while raising it puts you at normal riding height for efficient pedaling.

Construction can include either hydraulic- or cable-actuated systems and the post’s travel can either be infinitely adjustable or stopped at set intervals, depending on the model.

Dropper seatposts come in standard lengths and diameters and vary by the amount of travel.

Will my bike have a curved top tube?

Will my bike have a curved top tube?

Smaller frames (XS and S) have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frames (M and up) have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don’t have the same issues with standover height.

Specs

Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, 130mm travel
Fork RockShox Recon Silver, Solo Air spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, Maxle Stealth, 140mm travel
Headset Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Rear Shock X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, XS – S: 210x52.5mm / M – XL: 210x55mm
Axles Front: 110 x 15mm thru-axle
Rear: 148 x 12mm thru-axle
Rims/Wheels Alex MD35, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 35mm width, presta valve
Hubs Bontrager alloy, 6-bolt
Spokes 14g stainless steel
Tires Bontrager XR4 Comp, wire bead, 30 TPI, 2.60"
Crankset Shimano MT511, Boost (52mm chainline)
Chainrings 30T steel ring
Bottom Bracket Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit
Chain Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12 speed
Shifters Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Handlebars Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Tape/Grips Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length
Brakes Shimano hydraulic disc, MT201 lever, MT200 caliper w/Shimano RT56, 180mm, 6-bolt rotors
Saddle Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Seat Post TranzX JD-YSP18, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length, XS – S: 100mm travel / M – XL: 130mm travel

* Subject to change without notice.

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