It's right for you if...
You want a trail bike that's ready to ride everywhere, and gives you a little extra fuel on the ascents. You don't want to sacrifice the nimble feel of a traditional trail bike for a beefy motor, and prefer a refined assist that feels – and sounds – natural underneath you.
The tech you get
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with a fully encased 360 Wh battery, and TQ harmonic pin ring transmission with a smart charging port, integrated LED display and discreet handlebar remote. 150 mm RockShox 35 Gold RL fork with DebonAir spring and Motion Control damper, and 140 mm RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear suspension. Plus, tubeless-ready wheels and tyres, and 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain.
The final word
The Fuel EXe 9.5 is a lively trail bike that gives you extra boost on the climbs, and feels like a traditional bike on descents. It's packed with space-age technology of a TQ harmonic pin ring transmission, plenty of buttery-smooth suspension to gobble up rocks and roots, and a workhorse drivetrain that won't quit on you.
Why you'll love it
You get discreet power when you want it, and the nimble feel of a traditional mountain bike wherever you roll
Its tiny-but-mighty TQ transmission is tuned for the trail, keeping things quiet so you can stay in the moment, and ramps up power with you for a natural ride feel
The smart charge port, sleek integrated display and discreet controls keep the bike looking and feeling like a traditional mountain bike
Its 150 mm of buttery-smooth front travel pairs with 140 mm of rear suspension to eat up rocks and roots for a ride that's ready to tackle anything
You'll be able to add on a range extender when you want a little extra fuel in the tank for big days on the bike.
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Specifications
*Please note - spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately
Frameset
Frame OCLV Mountain Carbon, removable battery, internal routing, alloy rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, upper chain guide mount, 55 mm chainline, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, UDH, 140 mm travel
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 150 mm travel
Shock RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, 205mm x 60mm
Wheels
Hub front Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Hub rear Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim Alex MD35, tubeless compatible, 32-hole, 35 mm width, Presta valve
Spokes 14 g stainless steel
Tyre Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50"
Tyre part Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Drivetrain
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Shifter Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
Crank E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 34T, 165 mm length
Chainring E*thirteen E*spec, 32T steel ring, 55 mm chain line
Cassette Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Chain Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Components
Saddle Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost Size: S
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 346 mm length
Size: M
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 454 mm length
Size: L, XL
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 497 mm length
Handlebar Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width
Grips Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length
Brake Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper
Brake rotor Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203 mm
Accessories
Battery TQ 360Wh
*Controller Size: S, M, L, XL
TQ LED display with Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity
Size: S, M, L, XL
TQ handlebar-mounted
Motor TQ-HPR50, 300 watt, 50 Nm
Electronics TQ 4A charger
Weight
Weight M - 19.93 kg / 43.94 lbs (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).
