Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XTR

The 2023 "Top Fuel 9.9 XTR" from Trek is a high-quality mountain bike designed for demanding riders. Priced at 9,999 EUR, it belongs to the premium class and offers an impressive range of features.

The frame is made from OCLV Mountain Carbon and features an internal storage compartment, a tapered head tube and the Knock Block 2.0. The internal cable routing ensures a clean look, whilst the down tube guard protects the frame from damage. The magnesium lever, the Mino Link system and the ABP (Active Braking Pivot) all contribute to improved riding dynamics. With 120 mm of travel, the frame is well equipped for challenging trails.

The maximum rider weight is 136 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 11 kg, making it one of the lighter models in its category.

The braking system consists of Shimano XTR M9100 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm and 180 mm Shimano RT86 brake discs respectively. This combination ensures excellent braking performance and control.

The bike is fitted with a Shimano XTR M9100 shifter, which enables precise 12-speed shifting. The FOX Factory 34 fork, featuring Float EVOL air spring and GRIP2 damping, offers 130 mm of travel and is finished with a Kashima coating, which ensures added durability and smooth responsiveness.

The crankset consists of e*thirteen TRS Race Carbon with a 30-tooth chainline and a crank arm length of 170 mm. The Shimano XTR M9101 cassette offers a range of 10–51 teeth and is perfectly suited to the 12-speed drivetrain.

The handlebars are an integrated handlebar/stem unit made from Bontrager RSL OCLV Carbon, with a width of 820 mm and a rise of 27.5 mm. The grips are Bontrager XR Trail Elite with nylon clamps.

The headset is an integrated Knock Block 2.0 with a 72-degree radius and sealed cartridge bearings. The wheels are Bontrager Line Pro 30 made from OCLV Mountain Carbon; they are tubeless-ready and feature a Rapid Drive 108 hub.

The saddle is a Bontrager Arvada Pro with carbon rails and a width of 138 mm. The seatpost is a Bontrager Line Elite Dropper with a 100 mm travel and internal cable routing.

The bike has the following dimensions: a packaging width of 23 mm, a packaging height of 119 mm and a packaging length of 201 mm. The geometry comprises a reach of 42 mm, a stack of 60 mm, a seat tube length of 40 mm, a top tube length of 57 mm, a head tube angle of 66 degrees, a seat tube angle of 70 degrees, a head tube length of 10 mm, a chainstay length of 43 mm, a standover height of 72 mm and a wheelbase of 115 mm.

Overall, the Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XTR is a first-class mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out geometry, making it ideal for ambitious riders.