About The Trek Supercaliber SL 9.7 GX AXS Gen 2 SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed Mountain Bike

The Supercaliber SL 9.7 GX AXS Gen 2 shares the same SL OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and IsoStrut full-suspension platform as the 9.6, but steps up to SRAM GX Eagle AXS wireless electronic shifting and an upgraded RockShox SID fork with Rush RL damping and remote lockout. The result is a cross-country race bike with a wireless drivetrain, carbon cockpit, and 4-piston braking — all on Trek's lightest mountain carbon with 80mm rear travel and 110mm up front.

The wireless AXS pod replaces a traditional shifter lever entirely. Shifting is actuated by a thumb button that sends a signal directly to the SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type rear derailleur — no cable housing, no cable stretch, no friction adjustment. The 10-52 cassette range and 34T chainring cover the same terrain as the 9.6's mechanical setup, but the wireless system eliminates the maintenance interval associated with cable-actuated shifting. At 26.86 lbs (size M), this is a lighter build than the 9.6 due in part to the carbon cockpit components: Bontrager Kovee Pro OCLV Carbon bars on size S and Bontrager Line Pro OCLV Carbon on M through XL.

Who It's For

  • XC racers and fast trail riders who want wireless shifting for precision and low maintenance
  • Riders who've used cable SRAM Eagle and want to move to AXS without the complexity of a full groupset rebuild
  • Those who ride long days where cable stretch and housing fatigue affect shifting performance
  • Not ideal for: enduro or trail riding that demands more than 80mm rear travel, or riders who prefer mechanical drivetrain simplicity

What to Look For

  • AXS battery management: The GX Eagle AXS derailleur runs on a rechargeable battery — budget for a charging routine; battery life is strong but worth tracking on multi-day rides
  • T-Type system specifics: SRAM T-Type uses a dedicated chain and cassette — the XS-1275 cassette and GX Eagle T-Type chain are not interchangeable with standard SRAM Eagle components

Key Features

Frame — SL OCLV Mountain Carbon with IsoStrut: Identical to the 9.6: Trek's highest-modulus mountain carbon with the IsoStrut rear suspension system — a RockShox SIDLuxe shock integrated inside a structural alloy tube that replaces the top tube-to-seat stay junction. 80mm rear travel, no external pivot hardware, UDH compatibility. The 2-position remote damper allows on-the-fly suspension adjustment from the handlebar.

Fork — RockShox SID, 110mm Air, Rush RL Damper: The SID is a step above the Reba on the 9.6 — the Rush RL damper offers smoother small-bump sensitivity and remote lockout capability. DebonAir air spring improves off-the-top sensitivity. Boost110 spacing, 15mm thru-axle, tapered steerer.

Drivetrain — SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 1x12 Wireless: The GX Eagle AXS rear derailleur uses wireless shifting via SRAM's AXS protocol. The 10-52 cassette (XS-1275) on a 34T chainring covers steep climbs and fast descents. The wireless pod replaces a mechanical lever — no cable to route, no housing to replace. AXS battery included.

Brakes — SRAM Motive Bronze Stealth, 4-Piston: An upgrade from the DB6 on the 9.6, the Motive Bronze Stealth calipers offer refined modulation and heat management with 180mm front and 160mm rear rotors. Bontrager Kovee Comp 25 Tubeless Ready wheels with Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.40" tires run tubeless-ready from the factory. Rapid Drive 108 rear hub engagement.

Rider Intent Summary

  • Biggest strengths: Wireless AXS shifting, SL OCLV carbon with IsoStrut, carbon cockpit, 4-piston braking — a complete XC race package with no major upgrade needs
  • Tradeoffs: 80mm rear travel is purpose-built for XC, not trail or enduro use; AXS battery dependency adds a charging variable; T-Type components limit cross-compatibility
  • What makes it different: The combination of wireless GX Eagle AXS T-Type, OCLV carbon IsoStrut frame, and carbon cockpit components in a single build at this price is not replicated elsewhere in the XC segment

Victory's Take

At Victory Bicycle Studio, we see the 9.7 GX AXS as the right choice for riders who have committed to XC racing or fast trail riding and want wireless shifting that stays calibrated without the attention cable systems require.

What you get

  • Frame - SL OCLV Mountain Carbon
  • Fork - RockShox SID, DebonAir spring
  • Groupset - SRAM GX Eagle AXS 12 Speed (Electronic)
  • Wheels - Bontrager Kovee Comp 25, Tubeless Ready
  • Tires - Maxxis Rekon Race, tubeless ready - 29x2.40"
Trek Supercaliber SL 9.7 GX AXS Gen 2 SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed Mountain Bike

Trek

Trek Supercaliber SL 9.7 GX AXS Gen 2 SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed Mountain Bike

Regular price $6,499.99 USD
Sale price $6,499.99 USD Regular price $6,499.99 USD

Specifications

Frameset
Frame

SL OCLV Mountain Carbon

- IsoStrut

- UDH

- 80mm travel

Fork

RockShox SID

- DebonAir spring

- Rush RL damper

- Remote lockout

- Tapered steerer

- 44mm offset

- Boost110

- 15mm Maxle Stealth

- 110mm travel

Shock

Trek IsoStrut, RockShox SIDLuxe, 2-position remote damper

Wheels
Front Wheel

Bontrager Kovee Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29''

Rear Wheel

Bontrager Kovee Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29''

Rear Skewer

Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever

Tires

Maxxis Rekon Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.40''

Max Tire Size

Frame: 29x2.40", Fork: See manufacturer

Drivetrain and Brakes
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle AXS, T-Type

Shifter

SRAM AXS pod

Crank

Sram Eagle 90, T-Type, DUB, 34T, 55mm chainline

- Size: S, M, ML - 170mm length

- Size: L, XL - 175mm length

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit

Cassette

SRAM Eagle XS-1275, T-Type, 10-52, 12 speed

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle, T-Type, 12 speed

Max Chainring Size

1x: 38T, min 30T

Brakes

SRAM Motive Bronze Stealth 4-Piston hydraulic disc

Brake Rotors

SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge

Accessories
Tool

Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever

Additional Information
Bike Weight

Based on Size M - 12.18kg / 26.86 lb

**Specifications subject to change without notice

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.