Will have full service and update before sale, including checking and replacing pads, tyres, brake bleeds etc, as required.
Collection only so please call ahead to arrange viewing / collection.
This is for 'Buy it now' Pricing. Cycle Schemes will incurr an additional surcharge of 15%
 
This bike will come with an ALLOY wheelset, hence the low price.
 
The Fuel EX 9.8 XT is an all-around trail bike that blends the light, smooth ride of a carbon frame with upgraded parts made for hard rides. Decked out with 150 mm of front and 140 mm rear FOX Performance suspension, you'll be ready to float through the tough stuff, while carbon wheels keep you tracking through rowdy terrain. A Shimano XT drivetrain tops things off for precise shifting for power on descents and relief on long climbs.
It's right for you if...
You're chasing long flowy and technical descents, and want to pedal back to the top for more, lap after lap. You want the vibration-damping benefits of a carbon frame and carbon wheels, plus upgraded suspension that smooths out the rough and rowdy.
The tech you get
A light and stiff carbon frame with a full FOX Performance suspension package that smooths out rowdy rock gardens and root latices. Plus, carbon wheels that keep your set-up light, while a Shimano XT drivetrain for smooth shifting and brake modulation. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.
The final word
The Fuel EX 9.8 is the culmination of years of trail riding and progression, with longer front end geometry for tackling steeper and hairier descents, and a steeper seat tube to keep you perched on climbs. It's equipped with the cherry-picked components you want, like upgraded suspension, carbon wheels and a Shimano XT drivetrain.
Why you'll love it
You'll get the light weight and vibration-damping benefits of a full carbon frame, and geometry built to handle anything
It comes with light and stiff carbon wheels that make quick work of technical terrain and keep you on your line, even when things get hairy
With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
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
You get the precise shifting and brake modulation of a Shimano XT drivetrain, plus the simple reliability of a threaded bottom bracket
Specification:
Frameset
Frame: 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
Fork: Fox Performance 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel
Shock: Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm
Wheels
Wheel front: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
*Wheel rear: 
Size: XS , S: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost 148, 12 mm thru axle
Hub front: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Hub rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim: Bontrager Line Elite 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
*Tyre: 
Size: XS , S: Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.50"
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50"
Tyre part: Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip: Bontrager TLR
Drivetrain
Shifter: Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Crank: Shimano XT M8120, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length
Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
Cassette: Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed
*Chain:
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL: Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL: Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed
Components
Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost:
Size: XS , S: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 345 mm length
Size: M , ML: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 440 mm length
Size: L: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 485 mm length
Size: XL: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 200 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 550 mm length
*Integrated Bar Stem:
Size: XS , S: Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 35mm stem length
Size: M , ML , L , XL: Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 45mm stem length
Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Head set: Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
Brake: Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc
*Brake rotor:
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL: Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 180 mm
Size: M , ML , L , XL: Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 203 mm
Accessories
Bag: Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
Weight
Weight: M – 14.33 kg/31.6 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
Weight limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).
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