Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Trek
2023 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 SLX/XT Gen 6
Estimated used market value
$2,557 - $2,631
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2023 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 SLX/XT Gen 6
12-month projected trend
13%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
3%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2023 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 SLX/XT Gen 6
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Overview
About this bike
Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff. It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150mm front and 140mm rear suspension. You're after the light weight and smooth ride of a carbon frame and want solid parts without the top-shelf price. A light and stiff full carbon frame, 150mm of travel from FOX's Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. A perfect blend of Shimano SLX and XT components for reliable shifting and durability on the trail. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your setup dialed just for you. Fuel EX 9.7 is an evolved trail bike for the rider who wants it all. Its lightweight carbon frame is lively and stiff, and spec'd with the perfect build thanks to a FOX suspension package and Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain for a full package deal that's build to charge. - You get the light and stiff feel of a carbon fiber frame, plus progressive trail geometry that's ready to handle it all - You'll find the right balance of price and performance with a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components - With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations - Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware, and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze Wheel size: - Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch - Sizes Small – X-Large: 29-inch
Specifications
- Subtype
- Trail / Enduro
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Fork
- XS, S: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel S - XXL: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 150mm travel
- Component Rims
- Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
- Component Size
- X-Small, Small, Medium, Medium/Large, Large, X-Large
- Component Stem
- XS, S: Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 35mm length M - XL: Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length
- Product Family
- Fuel
- Component Chain
- Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
- Component Color
- Crimson, Mercury
- Component Frame
- OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travel
- Component Brakes
- Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
- Component Pedals
- Sold Separately
- Component Rotors
- Front: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm Rear: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm
- Component Saddle
- Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width
- Component Headset
- Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
- Component Crankset
- Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
- Component Seatpost
- XS, S: TranzX JD-YSP39, 100mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm M, ML: TranzX JD-YSP39, 150mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm L, XL: TranzX JD-YSP39, 170mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm
- Component Shifters
- Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
- Component Handlebar
- XS, S: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 750mm width M - XL: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
- Component Wheel Set
- Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle<Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
- Component Rear Shock
- Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
- Component Tape Grips
- Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
- Component Wheel Size
- 27.5-inch, 29-inch
- Component Bottom Bracket
- Shimano SM-BB52, 73mm, threaded external bearing
- Component Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT M8100, long cage
- Component Accessories Extras
- Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
- Component Cassette Freewheel
- Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12 speed
- Rear Shock
- Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
- Rims
- Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
- Pedals
- Sold Separately
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano SM-BB52, 73mm, threaded external bearing
- Chain
- Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
- Seatpost
- XS, S: TranzX JD-YSP39, 100mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm M, ML: TranzX JD-YSP39, 150mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm L, XL: TranzX JD-YSP39, 170mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm
- Saddle
- Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width
- Handlebar
- XS, S: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 750mm width M - XL: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
- Headset
- Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT M8100, long cage
- Stem
- XS, S: Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 35mm length M - XL: Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length
- Accessories & Extras
- Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
- Brakes
- Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
- Fork
- XS, S: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 140mm travel S - XXL: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 150mm travel
- Frame
- OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travel
- Shifters
- Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
- Tape/Grips
- Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
- Color
- Mercury
- Size
- X-Large
- Wheel Size
- 29-inch
- Cassette/Freewheel
- Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12 speed
- Rotors
- Front: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm Rear: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm
- Wheel Set
- Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle<Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork and rear shock service intervals and check pivot bearings for play.