{"product_id":"trek-fuel-ex-9-7-gen-2","title":"Trek Fuel+ EX 9.7 Gen 2 Mountain E-Bike","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTrek Fuel+ EX 9.7 Gen 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is the entry-level carbon model in the Fuel+ EX lineup, bringing the \u003cstrong\u003eOCLV Mountain Carbon frame\u003c\/strong\u003e to the same Fox Rhythm 36 \/ Fox Performance Float X suspension and SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type drivetrain spec as the aluminum EX 8. Powered by the \u003cstrong\u003eTQ-HPR60 motor\u003c\/strong\u003e (60Nm, 250W continuous, 350W peak) with a \u003cstrong\u003e580Wh removable battery\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers natural-feeling assist to 28 mph on trails. The carbon frame carries all Fuel+ Gen 2 features: adjustable leverage rate, interchangeable rocker link and lower shock mount, ZS headset, downtube guard, shuttle guard, and ABP linkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFox Rhythm 36 fork\u003c\/strong\u003e (Float EVOL, GRIP damper, 150mm travel) and Fox Performance Float X shock (205x60mm, 2-position) handle trail terrain. SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type 12-speed drivetrain with 10-52 cassette provides wide-range shifting with T-Type chain management. SRAM DB 8 4-piston brakes with 200mm Centerline rotors provide stopping power. Bontrager Line TLR 30 tubeless-ready wheels with Bontrager Brevard Pro XR 29x2.50\" dual compound tires and a Bontrager Line Dropper post (200mm, MaxFlow) are included. The Race Face Turbine alloy handlebar (780mm, 40mm rise) completes the spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrail riders who want the weight savings of OCLV Mountain Carbon without paying for the top-tier Fox Factory suspension of the 9.8 XT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders who want Fox suspension and SRAM T-Type on a carbon platform at the most accessible carbon price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who want the full Fuel+ Gen 2 frame architecture (adjustable leverage, interchangeable components) in carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders planning varied trail use where the carbon frame's stiffness-to-weight ratio matters over long days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon vs. aluminum EX 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EX 9.7 shares the same suspension and drivetrain spec as the aluminum EX 8 but on an OCLV Mountain Carbon frame — the primary upgrade is frame material and weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFox Rhythm 36 vs. Factory 36:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rhythm uses the GRIP damper vs. GRIP X2 on the Factory; the X2 provides more damper adjustability and better high-speed damping control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e580Wh battery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same capacity across all EX Gen 2 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame — OCLV Mountain Carbon:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABP, UDH, Boost148, adjustable leverage rate, interchangeable rocker link, ZS headset, downtube guard, shuttle guard. Adaptable travel 145-160mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\/Battery — TQ-HPR60:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60Nm, 250W continuous, 350W peak. TQ 580Wh removable battery. TQ 4A charger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain — SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type 12-speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eagle 70 shifter and T-Type rear derailleur, SRAM Eagle XS-1270 10-52 cassette, Eagle 70 T-Type chain. SRAM Eagle 70 cranks at 160mm with 32T T-Type alloy chainring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrakes — SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centerline 2.0 6-bolt 200mm rotors front and rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with full Fuel+ Gen 2 architecture; Fox Rhythm 36 and Float X suspension; SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type; 580Wh battery; Brevard Pro XR tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fox Rhythm damper is a step below Factory quality; SRAM Eagle 70 is below GX in the SRAM hierarchy; no wireless shifting at this spec level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most affordable way into the OCLV Mountain Carbon Fuel+ frame — the carbon benefit is most tangible for riders who feel weight differences on long technical climbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio, the Fuel+ EX 9.7 is the version for riders who specifically want the carbon frame and are comfortable with Rhythm-level suspension — if the Fox Factory damper quality matters more than frame material, the aluminum EX 8 is worth comparing directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trek","offers":[{"title":"LICHEN GREEN\/KESWICK GREEN SPLATTER \/ XL","offer_id":53531107230003,"sku":"5335576","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"CARBON SMOKE\/LITHIUM GREY MARBLE \/ XL","offer_id":53531107262771,"sku":"5335571","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"CARBON SMOKE\/LITHIUM GREY MARBLE \/ M","offer_id":53531107295539,"sku":"5335569","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"CARBON SMOKE\/LITHIUM GREY MARBLE \/ XXL","offer_id":53531107328307,"sku":"5335572","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"CARBON SMOKE\/LITHIUM GREY MARBLE \/ L","offer_id":53531107361075,"sku":"5335570","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LICHEN GREEN\/KESWICK GREEN SPLATTER \/ L","offer_id":53531107393843,"sku":"5335575","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LICHEN GREEN\/KESWICK GREEN SPLATTER \/ S","offer_id":53531107426611,"sku":"5335573","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LICHEN GREEN\/KESWICK GREEN SPLATTER \/ M","offer_id":53531107459379,"sku":"5335574","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"CARBON SMOKE\/LITHIUM GREY MARBLE \/ S","offer_id":53531107492147,"sku":"5335568","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LICHEN GREEN\/KESWICK GREEN SPLATTER \/ XXL","offer_id":53531107524915,"sku":"5335577","price":8699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/32263314c8a543d8ef333527a973a543cdb2ae9d_eb311ee5-2330-497c-a28a-be2c938d0def.jpg?v=1782155163","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/trek-fuel-ex-9-7-gen-2","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}