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2008 Trek Elite 9.8

Velopedia Archive ID 12827

Overview

Model year2008
BrandTrek
ModelElite 9.8
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID12827
Original MSRP$3,959.99
ColorsOnyx Carbon/Pearl White
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded/monocoque
Frame materialOCLV Black Carbon
ForkFox 32 F80RL, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XT
ShiftersShimano XT Rapid Fire
Front derailleurShimano XT
Rear derailleurShimano XT Shadow
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
CassetteSRAM PG-970
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
PedalsN/A

Brakes

BrakesShimano XT Disc w/160mm rotor brakes, Shimano XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetCane Creek S-3
HandlebarBontrager Race X Lite Carbon
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBontrager Race X Lite OS
SaddleBontrager Race Lite
SeatpostBontrager Race X Lite ACC Carbon

Wheels & tires

HubsBontrager Race Lite
RimsBontrager Race Lite
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.20" Bontrager Jones XR, Rear: 26 x 2.25" Bontrager Jones XR
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.