Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Trek
2017 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
Value Guide market data · 2017 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
12-month trend
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Price over time - 2017 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
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All Fuel model years
2026$3,720 - $4,320▼ 52% vs. 2017
2025$10,230 - $11,880▲ 31% vs. 2017
2024$11,625 - $13,500▲ 49% vs. 2017
2023$13,020 - $15,120▲ 67% vs. 2017
2022$8,882 - $10,314▲ 14% vs. 2017
2021$9,812 - $11,394▲ 26% vs. 2017
2020$7,905 - $9,180▲ 1% vs. 2017
2019$7,254 - $8,424▼ 7% vs. 2017
2018$8,277 - $9,612▲ 6% vs. 2017
2017$7,812 - $9,072Currently viewing
2016$7,812 - $9,0720% vs. 2017
2015$8,789 - $10,206▲ 13% vs. 2017
2014$7,719 - $8,964▼ 1% vs. 2017
2013$7,812 - $9,0720% vs. 2017
2012$8,686 - $10,087▲ 11% vs. 2017
2011$7,319 - $8,500▼ 6% vs. 2017
2010$6,343 - $7,366▼ 19% vs. 2017
2009$6,650 - $7,722▼ 15% vs. 2017
2008$5,729 - $6,653▼ 27% vs. 2017
2007$1,581 - $1,836▼ 80% vs. 2017
2006$1,953 - $2,268▼ 75% vs. 2017
2005$2,353 - $2,732▼ 70% vs. 2017
2004$4,464 - $5,184▼ 43% vs. 2017
2003$4,092 - $4,752▼ 48% vs. 2017
2002$3,069 - $3,564▼ 61% vs. 2017
2001$2,744 - $3,186▼ 65% vs. 20172017 Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus lineup
Overview
About this bike
2017 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & seatstay, alloy chainstay, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 130mm travel
- Fork Brand & Model
- Fox Performance 34 Float, FIT4 3-position damper, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 140mm travel
- Rear Shock
- Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm
- Fork
- Fox Performance 34 Float, FIT4 3-position damper, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 140mm travel
- Frame
- OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & seatstay, alloy chainstay, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 130mm travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2017 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore XT
- Bottom Bracket
- PF92
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano Deore XT, 11-40, 11 speed
- Chain
- Shimano Deore XT
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Deore XT, high direct mount
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus
- Chainrings
- 36/26
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore XT M8000, 11 speed
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc
- Brakes
- Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- RockShox Reverb Stealth, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset
- Saddle
- Bontrager Evoke 3, titanium rails
- Headset
- Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
- Stem
- Bontrager Line Pro, Knock Block, 35mm, 0 degree
- Handlebars
- Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
- Tape/Grips
- Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: DT Swiss 350 centerlock disc, Boost110; Rear: DT Swiss 350 centerlock, Boost148
- Tires
- Bontrager Chupacabra, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 27.5x2.80"
- Spokes
- Bontrager Approved, stainless
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- SUNringlÉ Duroc 40 SL 28-hole
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.