The Fuel LX 9.8 XT is a robust carbon trail bike that lets you confidently shred the steepest downhills and nimbly plow through the roughest terrain. Its OCLV Mountain Carbon frame is equipped with a FOX Factory 38 fork with 170 mm of travel and a FOX DHX2 coil shock with 160 mm of travel, so you don’t have to shy away from even the toughest downhill lines. A mechanical Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain guarantees crisp and reliable shifting, while the Shimano XT M8200 4-piston brake system impresses with its excellent modulation and powerful stopping power. Adapt, shred, repeat Only you know which features make a trail bike perfect for you. That’s why the Fuel is available in three extensively customizable configurations. Choose either the all-rounder capabilities of the EX, the agile playfulness of the MX, or the plush downhill performance of the LX. Adjustable progression Do you want more bottoming resistance without changing the response to small bumps? Rotate the chip in the lower damper mount for a more progressive characteristic curve. Integrated zero-stack headset The zero-stack headset allows you to choose from countless aftermarket upgrade options to customize your cockpit, for example with a different steering angle or with anodized parts. Storage compartment and accessory holders Stow tools and other essential items in the downtube storage compartment – ​​on both the aluminum and carbon Fuel models. And thanks to the convenient mounting points on the top tube, you can carry even more gear. Fresh frame design The Fuel’s new frame offers ample space for long-travel dropper seatposts, larger shocks, frame bags, and much more. Active Braking Pivot Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to fine-tune how the suspension reacts independently to acceleration and braking forces. This gives you more confidence in critical situations.