About The Trek Slash 9.8 XT Di2 Gen 6 Mountain Bike
The Trek Slash 9.8 XT Di2 Gen 6 brings OCLV Mountain Carbon construction to the Slash high-pivot platform, pairing the frame's weight and stiffness advantages with a full RockShox suspension package and Shimano's wireless XT Di2 drivetrain. The carbon frame carries 170mm of rear travel and works with a RockShox ZEB Select+ fork up front — 170mm with a Charger 3.1 RC2 damper — and a RockShox Vivid Select+ shock in the rear. The high main pivot and oversized idler eliminate pedal kickback and deliver the traction benefits of the design without sacrificing pedaling efficiency.
The Shimano XT Di2 M8250 wireless drivetrain provides precise, repeatable shifts across a 10-51 cassette at 12 speeds. A carbon cockpit — Bontrager Line Pro OCLV Carbon bar and Blendr-compatible stem — trims weight where it counts on a bike you'll be pedaling back to the top. The mixed-wheel setup runs a 29-inch front with a 27.5-inch rear, and the lower shock mount can be swapped (sold separately) for a full 29er conversion. Shimano XT M8220 4-piston brakes front and rear with 203mm RT86 rotors handle stopping duties.
Who It's For
- Enduro riders ready to move from alloy to carbon for the weight and ride-quality advantages
- Riders who want wireless electronic shifting with Shimano's reliability and customization options
- Those who send big features and need 170mm suspension on both ends to match
- Riders looking for a carbon bike that can convert between mixed-wheel and full 29er
What to Look For
- The ZEB Select+ uses a Charger 3.1 RC2 damper — a step up from the Slash 9's RC damper, with more tuning range for varied trail conditions
- The 200mm Bontrager Line Dropper seatpost offers the most travel in the Slash alloy/lower-carbon range — worth confirming fit against your frame size
- XT Di2 is wireless and customizable via Shimano's E-TUBE app; shifting feel and response can be personalized
Key Features
Frame/Fork: OCLV Mountain Carbon high-pivot frame, ISCG 05, Active Braking Pivot, UDH hanger, 148x12mm thru axle, 170mm travel. RockShox ZEB Select+ with DebonAir spring, Charger 3.1 RC2 damper, 44mm offset, Boost110, 170mm travel. RockShox Vivid Select+ shock, 230x65mm.
Drivetrain: Shimano XT Di2 M8250 shifter and rear derailleur, 12-speed wireless. Shimano XT 8200 crank, 30T, 55mm chainline. Shimano XT M8200 10-51 cassette. Shimano XT M8100 chain.
Brakes: Shimano XT M8220 4-piston hydraulic disc, front and rear. Shimano RT86 6-bolt 203mm rotors.
Wheels: Bontrager Line Comp 30 Tubeless Ready — 29-inch front, 27.5-inch rear with Shimano Micro Spline freehub. Bontrager Brevard RSL SE tires, triple compound, 29x2.5 front and 27.5x2.5 rear.
Cockpit/Post: Bontrager Line Pro OCLV Carbon bar, 35mm, 820mm width. Bontrager Line Pro Blendr-compatible stem. Bontrager Line Dropper 200mm travel, 34.9mm, 515mm length.
Rider Intent Summary
- Biggest strengths: OCLV Carbon frame with 170mm high-pivot suspension and wireless XT Di2 shifting; upgraded Charger 3.1 RC2 damper on the fork
- Tradeoffs: Premium price step up from alloy Slash models; battery management for the Di2 system adds a maintenance element
- What makes it different: Carbon weight savings combined with a full 170/170mm suspension spec and Shimano's most dialed wireless drivetrain below XTR
Victory's Take
We consider the Slash 9.8 XT Di2 to be a serious step forward for riders who have been running alloy enduro bikes and are ready for what carbon and wireless electronics actually feel like underway. Victory Bicycle Studio can set up the Di2 system to your shifting preferences and ensure the suspension is tuned to your weight and riding style from day one.
What you get

Trek Slash 9.8 XT Di2 Gen 6 Mountain Bike
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the bike packaged and how long does delivery take?
All bikes are securely packaged to ensure that damage doesn't occur during shipping. All parts of the bike are padded and if needed, zip tied to minimize or eliminate movement inside the box. Once a bike is handed to the shipping company (usually Fedex or UPS), depending on your location, delivery will range from 1 day to 8 days. If you do choose the option for Professional Assembly or White Glove Delivery, this can add anywhere from 2 days to 5 days to the lead time.
Can I finance the purchase of my new bike?
Yes. Simply select the Shop Pay Installments option which will allow you to buy now and pay later. Shop Pay Installments is powered by Affirm. If you would like to determine your spending limit, simply download the Shop app or the Affirm app on your smartphone and after you create an account on one of these apps, the app will let you know what is your spending limit.
Can I return the bike if it doesn't suit my needs?
Our return process is as follows. The customer is responsible for the return label ($150). Once the returned bike arrives at our warehouse, our team will inspect it and make sure it is in new condition and undamaged. Once we verify, we will process the return and issue a refund to the original payment method on file. To clarify the amount refunded, it would just be the amount of the bike (and tax if applicable) less the $150 shipping label that we provided, but the original shipping is not refunded. So if the original bike cost $4,500 and shipping was $150 (so you paid $4,650), you would be refunded $4,350 (the $4,500 less $150 for the return label) assuming the bike was returned in new and un-used condition and within the 30 day return period.
What does the warranty of my new bike or product cover and what is the warranty period?
Depending on the bike or any product, different companies have different warranty policies. If you do ever have an issue with your bike or any product, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will assist with any warranty issues and clarify the warranty for the affected product.
Can I have my bike serviced at any bike shop?
Typically, to avoid any issues with your warranty, you should bring your bike to a certified mechanic or bike store for that bike (i.e. if you have a Trek bicycle, you should bring the bike to be serviced to a local bike store that is an authorized Trek dealer). If you need assistance, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we can direct you to a certified dealer of your bike.
Do you ship bikes internationally?
We unfortunately do not ship bikes outside of the 48 contiguous states of the United States. We do recommend for international customers to open (or use a current account) account with a freight forwarding company. If you use a freight forwarding company located in the U.S., make sure to put your billing address for a dedicated credit card as the same address as the freight forwarder so that you don't have any credit card or payment method issues).
Once you do this, simply place an order with us and we can ship to the U.S. address as long as the credit card doesn't get rejected. Once the freight forwarder has the box/order/shipment, you would instruct them to then ship to you in your home country and they would charge you their own shipping charge to ship to your international address.
Do you offer free shipping?
We do offer free shipping on non-bike orders over $100. We do not offer free shipping for bicycles unless it is a one time promotion. Generally, bike shipping will cost $150 and that covers just the shipping of the bike with no assembly. If you were to bring that bike to your local mechanic or bike store, you would pay them their assembly fee. If you choose our Professional Assembly option for $200, our service technicians would assemble the bike before shipping and then re-pack the bike safely for transit. When you receive the bike you would attach the front wheel, attach the seatpost/saddle, and raise the handlebars and clamp them. Those three items do have to be detached to minimize or eliminate the chance of damage in transit.
How much does shipping cost?
For orders of parts, accessories, apparel, etc. on orders under $100, shipping is a flat rate of $9.99. Regular bike shipping without assembly is $150, bike shipping with Professional Assembly is an additional $200 (so $350 in total which includes the $150 of regular shipping). Our White Glove Delivery option is $699 and that will cover the assembly of the bike and our White Glove Delivery partner delivering your dream bike to your front door, ready to ride!
How can I track my order?
When you place your online order, you will receive an instantaneous email update with your order number and order details, and shortly after, you will receive a follow up order email with the tracking number for your order. If you still need assistance with your order, feel free to email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will respond asap.
What happens if my package arrives damaged?
If your package arrives damaged, email online@victorybicyclestudio.com with pictures of all angles of the box and pictures of the damaged product and we will work with you to either send a new replacement asap and coordinate return (or re-imburse you for labor or costs incurred to fix the issue at your local bike store).
Are pedals included with the bike?
If you do not see pedals in the bullet point product specs on the product page, the bike does not come equipped with pedals. Many manufacturers do not spec bikes with pedals, so they are often purchased separately.
If I only pay the $150 for bike shipping, can I assemble the bike on my own?
Victory Bicycle Studio highly recommends that you bring your bike to your local certified bike store for the brand of the bike that you purchased. If you do attempt to assemble the bike and damage occurs, this may result in your warranty not being honored. For that reason, we do highly recommend to select our Professional Assembly option for $299.