Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Trek
2018 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
Value Guide market data · 2018 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
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Price over time - 2018 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
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All Fuel model years
2026$3,720 - $4,320▼ 55% vs. 2018
2025$10,230 - $11,880▲ 24% vs. 2018
2024$11,625 - $13,500▲ 40% vs. 2018
2023$13,020 - $15,120▲ 57% vs. 2018
2022$8,882 - $10,314▲ 7% vs. 2018
2021$9,812 - $11,394▲ 19% vs. 2018
2020$7,905 - $9,180▼ 4% vs. 2018
2019$7,254 - $8,424▼ 12% vs. 2018
2018$8,277 - $9,612Currently viewing
2017$7,812 - $9,072▼ 6% vs. 2018
2016$7,812 - $9,072▼ 6% vs. 2018
2015$8,789 - $10,206▲ 6% vs. 2018
2014$7,719 - $8,964▼ 7% vs. 2018
2013$7,812 - $9,072▼ 6% vs. 2018
2012$8,686 - $10,087▲ 5% vs. 2018
2011$7,319 - $8,500▼ 12% vs. 2018
2010$6,343 - $7,366▼ 23% vs. 2018
2009$6,650 - $7,722▼ 20% vs. 2018
2008$5,729 - $6,653▼ 31% vs. 2018
2007$1,581 - $1,836▼ 81% vs. 2018
2006$1,953 - $2,268▼ 76% vs. 2018
2005$2,353 - $2,732▼ 72% vs. 2018
2004$4,464 - $5,184▼ 46% vs. 2018
2003$4,092 - $4,752▼ 51% vs. 2018
2002$3,069 - $3,564▼ 63% vs. 2018
2001$2,744 - $3,186▼ 67% vs. 20182018 Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Rear Shock
- Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm
- Fork
- Fox Performance 34 Float, GRIP 3-position damper, E2 tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 140mm travel
- Frame
- OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & seatstay, alloy chainstay, ABP, 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
- 2018 Trek Fuel EX 9.8 27.5 Plus
- Crankset
- SRAM Descendant 7k Eagle, Direct Mount X-Sync
- Bottom Bracket
- PF92
- Chain
- SRAM GX Eagle
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM GX Eagle, Roller Bearing Clutch
- Cassette/Rear Cogs
- SRAM XG-1275, 10-50, 12 speed
- Chainrings
- 32T
- Shifters
- SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Brakes
- Brakes
- SRAM Guide RS hydraulic disc
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Bontrager Evoke 3, titanium rails
- Headset
- Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
- Stem
- Bontrager Line Pro, Knock Block, 35mm clamp, 0 degree, 60mm length
- Handlebars
- Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
- Seat Post
- Bontrager Drop Line, internal routing, 31.6mm (15.5: 100mm / 17.5 & 18.5: 125mm / 19.5 & 21.5: 150mm)
- Tape/Grips
- Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle
- Tires
- Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance w/Addix compound, Tubeless, 27.5x2.80"
- Axles
- Front: 15 x 110mm<br>Rear: 12 x 148mm
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- DT Swiss M1900, 40mm rim width, tubeless strips and valves included
- Color
- Matte Gunmetal/Gloss Black
Weight & Sizing
- Size
- 15.5-inch / 17.5-inch / 18.5-inch / 19.5-inch / 21.5-inch
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.