Trek Fuel EX 5 Gen 5

The 2023 Trek Fuel EX 5 Gen 5 is a versatile mountain bike designed for challenging trails and long rides. Priced at 2,499 EUR, it offers a solid spec and high-quality components that will appeal to both beginners and experienced riders.

The bike’s frame is made from Alpha Platinum Aluminium and features a tapered head tube as well as Knock Block technology, which protects the frame from damage caused by the handlebars. The internal Control Freak cable routing ensures a clean look and protects the cables from dirt and water. The frame is also fitted with a down tube guard, an ISCG 05 mount, a magnesium lever and the Mino Link system, which allows for geometry adjustment. The Active Braking Pivot (ABP) system and the Boost148 standard ensure optimum stiffness and control. The suspension travel is 130 mm.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 136 kg, whilst its kerb weight is 15 kg. This makes the Fuel EX 5 Gen 5 a robust yet easy-to-handle mountain bike.

The braking system consists of Shimano hydraulic disc brakes with MT201 brake levers and MT200 brake calipers. Shimano RT56 discs with a 6-hole mounting and a diameter of 180 mm are fitted at both the front and rear. This combination offers reliable braking performance in all conditions.

Shifting is handled by a Shimano Deore M6100 drivetrain with 12 speeds. The gear lever is also a Shimano Deore M6100. The fork is a RockShox Recon Silver with DebonAir suspension, Motion Control damping and a lockout. It has 140 mm of travel and a Boost110 axle with a Maxle Stealth axle.

The crankset consists of a Shimano MT511 with a steel chainring (30 teeth) and a chainline of 52 mm. The crank arm length is 175 mm. The bottom bracket is a Shimano MT500 with a 92 mm press-fit bearing. The cassette is a Shimano Deore M6100 with a 10–51-tooth range.

The handlebars are Bontrager aluminium handlebars with a width of 750 mm and a rise of 15 mm. The grips are Bontrager XR Trail Comp with nylon clamps. The stem is a Bontrager Rhythm Comp with Knock Block, 31.8 mm in diameter, 0-degree angle and a length of 50 mm.

The wheelset consists of Alex MD35 rims, which are tubeless-compatible, with an inner width of 35 mm and 32 spoke holes. The hubs are made of aluminium, also from Bontrager, with sealed bearings and Boost110 and Boost148 mountings respectively.

The saddle is a Bontrager Arvada with steel rails and a width of 138 mm. The seatpost is a TranzX JD-YSP18 with a 130 mm travel and internal cable routing. It has a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 425 mm. The saddle clamp is a bolt-on clamp with a diameter of 36.4 mm.

The frame’s geometry offers a balanced blend of stability and agility. The reach is 50 mm, the stack 63 mm, the seat tube length 50 mm, the top tube length 66 mm, the head tube angle is 66 degrees and the seat tube angle is 68 degrees. The head tube length is 12 mm, the chainstay length 44 mm, the dropout height 76 mm and the wheelbase measures 124 mm.

The Trek Fuel EX 5 Gen 5 is therefore a well-equipped mountain bike that stands out for its versatility and robustness and is suitable for a wide range of uses.