Trek 2023 Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6

£2,995.14
Was £4,175.00
This item is available and will be dispatched within 7-10 days .
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Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff. It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150 mm front and 140 mm rear suspension.



You're after the light weight and smooth ride of a carbon frame and want solid parts without the top-shelf price.



A light and stiff full carbon frame, 150 mm of travel from FOX's Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. A perfect blend of Shimano SLX and XT components for reliable shifting and durability on the trail. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.



The Fuel EX 9.7 is an evolved trail bike for the rider who wants it all. Its lightweight carbon frame is lively and stiff, and spec'd with the perfect build thanks to a FOX suspension package and Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain for a full package deal that's build to charge.

- You get the light and stiff feel of a carbon fibre frame, plus progressive trail geometry that's ready to handle it all

- You'll find the right balance of price and performance with a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components

- With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations

- Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze

- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5? wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5? or 29?, and sizes M and up get 29? wheels



Internal Storage

Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.



Active Braking Pivot

Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.



Slack or steep, the choice is yours

Install angle-adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking ? all without impacting your bottom bracket height.



Adjust the sus for full send

Adjust the leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don?t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.



Size-specific stays

Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.



Business at the front, party at the back

Craving the nimble ride of 27.5? wheels but don?t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. The Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link into high, toss on a 160 mm fork and get ready to party.

Not found quite the bike you are looking for?

The bikes displayed on our website are just a fraction of what is available and represent only the bikes we have available from stock right now. Beyond this there are many more options. We have a scheduled program of deliveries with our suppliers so new bikes are arriving with us every day, it may be that what's arriving soon could be just the bike you are looking for. Likewise the brands we work with warehouse their own stock of bikes giving us access to a huge range of models often available with short delivery times.

So if you are looking for a bike and don't find quite the right things here, or if you have any questions concerning, spec, availability, type or size of bike then we recommend you get in touch with a member of our team.

Our staff can access supplier stock information, search our scheduled stock deliveries and offer help and advice on your purchase. We have expert bike fitters and access to all supplier technical information to help ensure the bike you choose is the right style and a great fit for you.

You can reach us via email on [email protected] or call 01970 626061. Alternatively, why not pay us a visit at 65 North Parade, Aberystwyth where you can view a wide range of bikes, clothing and accessories and chat with one of our team about your requirements.

To learn more, please visit our 'Buying from us' page https://www.summitcycles.co.uk/buyingfromus/

To order via our website you will need to pay using our payment gateway provider Opayo.

We do however offer several other methods of payment for in-store purchases. These include finance options using Klarna (and V12) and purchases via a Cycle to Work Scheme.

PLEASE NOTE Web orders are not fully confirmed until we issue dispatch or collection notification, we reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order and reverse or refund any associated payment.

Sale, offer & discounted PURCHASES Finance (Klarna/V12) and Cycle to Work Scheme may not be used as payment methods for the purchase of discounted, offer or items on sale. These payment methods are only available for the purchase of items at full retail price.


Klarna

Klarna purchases are subject to status and terms and can only be used for purchases made in store, not via our website at present. If you would like to pay using Kllarna you will need to contact us directly, either via email, phone or visiting us in store to discuss your purchase and make sure that it is eligible for this payment method. More information on Klarna payment can be found here: https://www.klarna.com/uk/


Cycle to Work Schemes

We work with all major providers of cycle to work schemes but not all bikes, clothing and accessories that we sell is offered or eligible for purchase via this payment method. If you would like to use Summit Cycles for a Cycle to Work scheme purchase you will need to contact a member of our team to discuss this. You can email us using [email protected] or call 01970 626061.

Further information about cycle to work schemes can be found on our cycle to work scheme page: https://summitcycles.co.uk/cycle-to-work-scheme/


For more information about buying from us please view our full terms and conditions: https://www.summitcycles.co.uk/terms-conditions/

Summit Cycles work will all major providers of the government backed Cycle to Work scheme. If you would like to buy a bike from us using the scheme your employer offers you will need to contact us to discuss the arrangements and eligibility of your purchase. Cycle to Work schemes are a great way to buy a bike and can offer a big saving on the price of your purchase but the ways that each individual scheme operate can vary so it is worth taking some time to find out exactly how your scheme works.

At Summit Cycles we aim to make our part of the process of buying by a Cycle to Work scheme as easy and as simple as possible. We can help you find the right bike and any accessories or extras you will need to make sure you are 100% ready to enjoy your purchased.

The best starting point is to speak with your human resources manager or the person responsible for administering the scheme your employer offers to find out who the provider is and the terms and conditions of the scheme they offer. You can often begin the application process by registering directly with the provider, often via their website. Many providers will ask us to provide a quote for the purchase so this is when you will need to speak to us to check eligibility and of course availability of your chosen bike but our staff can help you make the best choice, guiding you to the right bike and accessories and then raising the information you will need.

Processing can take a little time but often we can secure the bike you want with the payment of a deposit, refundable when the scheme provider issues confirmation certificate or payment.

You will find more on our cycle to work scheme page or get in contact with us via email [email protected] or phone 01970 626061 or call by the shop and speak to a member of our team.





We do not currently offer to ship bikes purchased via our website, these must be collected from our store. If you see a bike that you are interested in and are unable to collect from us then it may still be worth getting in touch with us to explore further options.


Arrangements and order processing times on new bike purchases

Bikes purchased via our website will be made ready for store collection. This can take a few days depending on where the bike is located. Some bikes will need to ship from a supplier but if this is the case the expected lead time for delivery to us will be displayed on our site. We also hold stock at an off-site storage location and transfer can take a day or so. When we have the bike it will be scheduled for assembly and safety checks with one of our CYTEC mechanics. Once this is complete we will send a final confirmation that the bike is ready for collection and you can then visit the store to pick it up.

With bike purchases, a member of our team will usually contact you prior to processing to check sizing and other details. For bikes in our stock the process from order to collection usually takes 3 or 4 working days but can be quicker sometimes or longer if the bike is shipping to us from a supplier. A member of our team will be able to give you more information if required.


Store collection

Once your new bike is ready for collection we will get in touch with you to arrange a convenient time for pickup. Collection is from our store at 65 North Parade, Aberystwyth. When you come to collect we may ask for you to present proof of identity for security reasons. A member of staff will check size and personal adjustments like saddle height and can provide advice on care and service arrangements so please allow a little time for the handover process.

Frame Size S, UNI, Carbon, OCLV Mountain Carbon, 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
Wheel Size Front 27.5
Wheel Size Rear 27.5
Fork Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel
Fork Unknown
Gears DERAILLEUR, Shimano, 1 Gears
Tyres BONTRAGER,
Pedals UNKNOWN,
Wheels BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle, 27.5" Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle, 27.5"
Shifters SHIMANO, Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed,
Kickstand UNKNOWN, Unknown
Front Brake SH, SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc // SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc SRAM CentreLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180 mm Max brake rotor size, Disc brake with hydraulic actuation
Rear Brake SH, SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc // SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc SRAM CentreLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180 mm Max brake rotor size, Disc brake with hydraulic actuation
Rear Derailleur SHIMANO, Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Crankset SHIMANO, Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
Chain SHIMANO, Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Headset UNBRANDED, Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
Handlebar BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750 mm width
Stem BONTRAGER, Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length
Bartape / Grips BONTRAGER
Seatpost TRANZX, TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Saddle BONTRAGER, Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
Front Light UNKNOWN
Rear Light UNKNOWN
Colours CRIMSON, MERCURY
Sizes L, M, ML, S, XL, XS
Brand Trek
Model Year 2023
Barcodes 601842740064, 601842740071, 601842740088, 601842740095, 601842740101, 601842740125, 601842740132, 601842740149, 601842740156, 601842740163, 601842740170, 601842740187, 601842740194
SKUs / Part Numbers 5272099, 5272100, 5272101, 5272102, 5272103, 5272104, 5272105, 5272106, 5272108, 5272109, 5272110, 5272111, 5272112

Please note: Manufacturers can sometimes change the specification of the products from time to time.

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