The Fuel EXe 9.5 Deore is a new kind of e-mountain bike that bridges the divide between pedal-assist and traditional bikes. It features a carbon frame and a compact motor that keeps the ride light, lively and quiet. Get the benefit of pedal assist on long climbs, and the playful feel of a traditional mountain bike on descents. It's built up with a 150 mm RockShox Gold RL fork that makes quick work of rock gardens, and 140 mm of plush RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear suspension for a smooth ride and small bump compliance.
It's right for you if...
You want a trail bike that's ready to ride everywhere, and gives you a little extra fuel on the ascents. You don't want to sacrifice the nimble feel of a traditional trail bike for a beefy motor, and prefer a refined assist that feels – and sounds – natural underneath you.
The tech you get:
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with a fully encased 360 Wh battery, and TQ harmonic pin ring transmission with a smart charging port, integrated LED display and discreet handlebar remote. 150 mm RockShox 35 Gold RL fork with DebonAir spring and Motion Control damper, and 140 mm RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear suspension. Plus, tubeless-ready wheels and tyres, and 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain.
The final word:
The Fuel EXe 9.5 is a lively trail bike that gives you extra boost on the climbs, and feels like a traditional bike on descents. It's packed with space-age technology of a TQ harmonic pin ring transmission, plenty of buttery-smooth suspension to gobble up rocks and roots, and a workhorse drivetrain that won't quit on you.
Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon, removable battery, internal routing, alloy rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, upper chain guide mount, 55 mm chainline, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, UDH, 140 mm travel
Fork: RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 150 mm travel
Shock: RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, 205 mm x 60 mm
Max compatible fork travel: 160mm
Hub front: Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Hub rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Tyre: Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50"
Max tyre size: Frame: 29x2.50", Fork: See manufacturer
Shifter: Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
Crank: E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165 mm length
Chainring: E*thirteen E*spec, 32T alloy ring, 55 mm chainline
Cassette: SunRace CSMZ800 11-51, 12 speed
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100
Max. chainring size: 1x: 34T, min 30T
Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost: Size: S
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 346 mm length
Size: M
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 454 mm length
Size: L, XL
TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 497 mm length
Handlebar: Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750mm width
Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem: Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length
Brake: TRP Slate EVO hydraulic disc
Brake rotor: TRP, 6-bolt, 203 mm
Rotor size: Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 203mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer
Motor: TQ-HPR50, 50 Nm, 250 watt maximum continuous rated power, 300 watt peak power
Computer: TQ LED display with Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity
Weight: M - 19.93 kg / 43.94 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
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.
