Fuel EX 8 XT XXL 29 Nautical Navy

Fuel EX 8 XT is an evolved trail bike, dialed for riders who chase down rowdy descents and want a bike that's happy to pedal back to the top and do it again. The lightweight alloy frame pairs with upgraded 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain to keep shifting precise while a 150mm FOX Rhythm fork with Float EVOL air spring cushions the blow from rocks and roots. In-frame storage and adjustable geometry give you all the perks that the come with the carbon model, but without the lofty price tag. Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150mm of travel and slack, adjustable geometry for an extra capable ride, plus, in-frame storage on all models - even alloyYou'll get upgraded components where it matters most, with 12-speed XT shifting, and a rock-gobbling FOX Rhythm 36 forkWith the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurationsThe dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descentsWe 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 wheelsInternal StorageInternal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.Active Braking PivotActive Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.Slack or steep, the choice is yoursInstall angle adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking - all without impacting your bottom bracket height.Adjust the sus for full sendAdjust leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don't want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.Size-specific staysSize-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.Business in the front, party in the backCraving the nimble ride of 27.5 wheels but don't want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link in high, toss on a 160mm fork, and get ready to party.FrameAlpha Platinum Aluminum, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55mm chainline, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140mm travelForkFox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt X axle, 150mm travelShockFox Performance Float X, 2-position damper, 185mm x 55mmWheel FrontBontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle, 29''Wheel RearBontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano Micro Spline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 29''TireBontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50''Tire PartBontrager TLR sealant, 6ozRim StripBontrager TLRSkewer RearBontrager Switch thru axle, removable leverShifterShimano XT M8100, 12 speedRear DerailleurShimano XT M8100, long cageCrankShimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm lengthBottom BracketShimano BB-MT501 BSACassetteShimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speedChainShimano SLX M7100, 12 speedBrakeShimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper // Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliperBrake RotorShimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm // Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mmSaddleBontrager Verse P3, chromoly railsSeatpostBontrager Line Dropper, 170mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm, 450mm lengthHandlebarBontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm widthStemBontrager Elite, 35mm, 0 degree, 45mm lengthGripsBontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-onGeometry ChartB B Drop3B B Height34.3Chainstay Length44.8Eff Seat Tube Angle76.5degEff Top Tube69.5Frame Reach55.1Frame Size LetterXXLFrame Stack64.4Head Angle65.0degHead Tube Length13.5Offset4.4PositionHighSeat Tube50Seat Tube Angle71.3degStandover78.1Trail12.5Wheelbase132.2Wheel Size29"