The Fuel EX 5 is a full-suspension trail bike that's ready to handle it all. With trail-taming 140 mm front and 130 mm rear suspension, a Shimano 1x12 drivetrain, a dropper post for getting low on descents and hydraulic disc brakes, the Fuel EX 5 hits the mark as a high-value, high-performance mountain bike with exceptional versatility.
It's right for you if...
You're ready to go full suspension, and you want a versatile trail bike at a great value. You want a ride that's sure-footed, capable and responsive, so you can stay in control no matter where you're riding.
The tech you get:
A sturdy aluminium frame with a Knock Block steerer stop to protect against spinning bars. A 140 mm RockShox Recon Silver fork, 130 mm of rear travel with an X-Fusion Pro 2 shock, a durable 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain, dropper post and hydraulic disc brakes.
The final word:
You get full suspension performance without the sticker shock. The Fuel EX 5 has the same proven frame technology that riders have loved over the years, with parts chosen to keep the price tag low and stoke level high.
Frame: Alpha Platinum Aluminium, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130 mm travel
*Fork Size: XS , S
RockShox Recon Silver, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 46 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 140 mm travel
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
RockShox Recon Silver, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 140 mm travel
*Shock Size: XS , S
X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, 210 mm x 52.5 mm
Size: XS , S
X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, 210x52.5 mm
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, 210 mm x 55 mm
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, 210x55 mm
Max compatible fork travel: 150mm (561mm axle-to-crown)
Hub front: Bontrager alloy, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru-axle
*Hub rear Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 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 Size: XS , S
Bontrager XR4 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.60"
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Maxxis Rekon EXO, wire bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.60''
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager XR4 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.60"
Rim strip: Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size: Frame: 29x2.60" Fork: See manufacturer
Shifter: Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
*Crank Size: XS , S , M , ML , L
Shimano MT511, 30T steel ring, 52 mm chainline, 170 mm length
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Shimano MT511, 30T steel ring, 52 mm chainline, 175 mm length
Bottom bracket: Shimano MT500, 92 mm, PressFit
Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Max. chainring size: 34T
Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost: Size: XS , S
TranzX JD-YSP18, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 361 mm length
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 425 mm length
Handlebar: Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width
Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem: Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 50 mm length
Head set: Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Brake: Shimano hydraulic disc, MT201 lever, MT200 calliper
Brake rotor: Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 180 mm
Weight: M - 15.70 kg/34.62 lb
Weight limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).
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Bike and frame weights are based on pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.
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