The Fuel EX 9.9 combines a light and nimble carbon frame with Shimano’s best drivetrain and top-shelf suspension for a ride that’s ready to rally wherever you point it. It’s dripping with high-end upgrades like buttery-smooth Kashima coat, quick-engaging carbon wheels, a super-slick one-piece bar and stem, and handy multi-tool hidden in the steerer tube.
It’s right for you if…
You want a do-it-all mountain bike that’s second to none. You care about it all – from a pristine carbon frame and wheels to the lightest and best drivetrain from Shimano, and you don’t want to sacrifice suspension performance for anything. You have good taste, and you know it.
The tech you get
A light and stiff OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with a 150 mm FOX Factory 36 fork with EVOL air spring and GRIP2 damper and FOX Factory Float X rear shock with 2-position damper that makes light work of the gnarliest rock gardens on the mountain. Carbon wheels that keep weight down while offering stiff and reliable tracking through rowdy terrain, and Shimano’s finest drivetrain with the lightweight, reliable and precise XTR component package. Plus, you’ll get adjustable geometry for fine-tuning your ride and in-frame storage that lets you keep your set-up tidy without leaving behind trail essentials.
The final word
The Fuel EX 9.9 is a top-tier trail bike that’s built for riders with an affinity for the finer things in life. It’s a complete package, with the industry’s best components from the ground up, with Shimano’s XTR drivetrain, FOX Factory fork, carbon wheels and frame, and geometry that’s ready to be tuned for how you ride.
Why you’ll love it
- The Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150 mm of travel with extra adjustability features and more stable handling, plus a more robust frame with internal storage
- 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
- It’s ready to rip with lightweight carbon wheels and the finest component package from Shimano and FOX
- In-frame storage makes it easy to bring along all your essentials, while keeping your set-up streamlined and sleek
- With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
Colour Options:
– Lava
– Dark Aquatic
– Deep Smoke
*Please note – spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately
Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140 mm travel |
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*Fork |
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Fox Factory 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Kashima Coat, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 150 mm travel |
Size: XS , S Fox Factory 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Kashima Coat, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel |
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Shock | Fox Factory Float X, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
Max compatible fork travel | 160mm |
Wheel front | Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless-Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru-axle |
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Wheel rear | Bontrager Line Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
*Tyre |
Size: XS , S Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5 x 2.50″ |
Size: XS , S Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 27.5 x 2.50″ |
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Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29×2.50″ |
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Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29×2.50″ |
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Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
Max tyre size | Frame: 29×2.50″ (XS & S: 27.5×2.50″), Fork: See manufacturer |
Shifter | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed |
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Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR M9100, Shadow Plus, long cage, 51-T max cog |
Crank | E*thirteen TRS Race Carbon, 30T, 55 mm chain line, 170 mm length |
Bottom bracket | E*thirteen BB20-P, BSA threaded, 73 mm width |
Cassette | Shimano XTR M9101, 10-51, 12-speed |
Chain | Shimano Dura-Ace/XTR M9100, 12-speed |
Max. chainring size | 1x: 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada Pro, carbon rails, 138 mm width |
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*Seatpost |
Size: XS , S Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 345 mm length |
Size: M , ML Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 440 mm length |
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Size: L Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 170 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 485 mm length |
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Size: XL Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 200 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 550 mm length |
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*Handlebar/stem (integrated) |
Size: XS , S Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 35 mm stem length |
Size: M , ML , L , XL Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 27.5 mm handlebar rise, 820 mm width, 0-degree stem rise, 45mm stem length |
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Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
Head set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8″ top, 1.5″ bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
Brake | Shimano XTR M9120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
*Brake rotor |
Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 180 mm |
Size: M , ML , L , XL Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 203 mm |
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Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes – Frame: 203mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer |
Bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
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Tool | Bontrager BITS integrated multi-tool |
Weight | M – 13.80 kg / 30.43 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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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.