Fuel EX 8 XT XL 29 Nautical Navy

Fuel EX 8 XT is an evolved trail bike, dialed for riders who chase down rowdy descents and want a bike thats happy to pedal back to the top and do it again. The lightweight alloy frame pairs with upgraded 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain to keep shifting precise while a 150mm FOX Rhythm fork with Float EVOL air spring cushions the blow from rocks and roots. In-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that the come with the carbon model, but without the lofty price tag.

• Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150mm of travel and slack, adjustable geometry for an extra capable ride, plus, in-frame storage on all models — even alloy
• Youll get upgraded components where it matters most, with 12-speed XT shifting, and a rock-gobbling FOX Rhythm 36 fork
• With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
• The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so its out of the way on descents
• We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels

Internal Storage

Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.

Active Braking Pivot

Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.

Slack or steep, the choice is yours

Install angle adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking — all without impacting your bottom bracket height.

Adjust the sus for full send

Adjust leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when youre hitting big features and don’t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.

Size-specific stays

Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.

Business in the front, party in the back

Craving the nimble ride of 27.5˝ wheels but don’t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link in high, toss on a 160mm fork, and get ready to party.

Frame	Alpha Platinum Aluminum, 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
Fork	Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt X axle, 150mm travel
Shock	Fox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mm
Wheel Front	Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29
Wheel Rear	Bontrager Line Comp 30, High Strength 6000 Series Aluminum rim, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29
Tire	Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50
Tire Part	Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
Rim Strip	Bontrager TLR
Skewer Rear	Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
Shifter	Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Rear Derailleur	Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Crank	Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length
Bottom Bracket	Shimano BB-MT501 BSA
Cassette	Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Chain	Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Brake	Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper // Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
Brake Rotor	Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm // Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm
Saddle	Bontrager Verse P3, chromoly rails
Seatpost	Bontrager Line Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 450mm length
Handlebar	Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Stem	Bontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm length
Grips	Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on

Geometry Chart

B B Drop	3
B B Height	34.3
Chainstay Length	44.3
Eff Seat Tube Angle	77.1°
Eff Top Tube	66
Frame Reach	52.1
Frame Size Letter	XL
Frame Stack	63
Head Angle	65.0°
Head Tube Length	12
Offset	4.4
Position	High
Seat Tube	47
Seat Tube Angle	71.3°
Standover	77.4
Trail	12.5
Wheelbase	128.6
Wheel Size	29"