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2008 Trek Fuel EX 8

Velopedia Archive ID 12744

Overview

Model year2008
BrandTrek
ModelFuel EX 8
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID12744
Original MSRP$2,419.99
ColorsSatin Khaki Green/White, Satin Black/Satin Platinum Silver
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAlpha Red Aluminum
ForkFox Float 130 RL, 130mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockFox Float RP2, 120mm travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano LX
Front derailleurShimano LX
Rear derailleurShimano XT Shadow
CranksetShimano LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
CassetteSRAM PG-970
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
PedalsShimano M520

Brakes

BrakesAvid Juicy 5 w/185mm Rotor front/Avid Juicy 5 w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetAheadset cartridge
HandlebarBontrager Race
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBontrager Race
SaddleBontrager Race
SeatpostBontrager Race Lite

Wheels & tires

HubsBontrager Race
RimsBontrager Race
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 4, 2026.