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Trek Rail 7 E-MTB on test: Great frame with huge potential

Filed Under: E-Bikes , Mountain bikes , Tests Tagged With: Bosch CX , E-MTB , emtb20bs , Trek

July 14, 2020 by Michael Grosse-Hering Leave a Comment

Test: The Trek Rail 7 is a lot of fun with a very high-quality and well-balanced frame. Clever battery integration, great geometry, convincing drive - the Americans really did everything right in this respect. The equipment is also largely convincing, although it somewhat limits the great potential of the frame.

Trek Rail 7: The facts

Suspension travel: 160mm / 150mm wheel size: 29 inch Drive: Bosch Performance CX Display / control unit: Bosch Purion Battery capacity (test bike): 625Wh Frame material: Alu

Weight complete bike (size L without pedals): 23,34kg Maximum weight allowed: 136kg Price: € 5.499

A separate test video is currently being produced for each E-MTB test 2020 and will be added here in the coming days and weeks.

The seating position on the Trek Rail 7 was definitely designed with a sporty driver in mind. The frame is quite long, the front not too high to be able to exert enough pressure on the front wheel. However, the dimensions are nowhere so extreme that even beginners would not find their way around the visually striking E-MTB. The chassis finds a similarly good balance. In terms of its basic character, we would describe it as sporty and taut, but it does not neglect comfort in moderate terrain.

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Round overall performance off-road

With 150mm or 160mm of spring travel and sporty handling, the Rail literally blossoms on the trail. Thanks to the low center of gravity and the central position on the bike, you can enjoy a full riding experience that conveys an extremely high level of safety. Together with the great running smoothness, the bike also invites you to explore the limits. The positive driving characteristics are largely retained even at high speeds and a rough driving style, even if the RockShox Yari RC then starts to sweat quite a bit at the front. The relatively simple cushioning is a little overwhelmed with fast hits and tends to harden.

Geometry TrekRail 7

The reasonably priced 4-piston brakes from Shimano perform surprisingly well. The reason for this may also be the large, high-quality brake discs, with which you have no difficulty bringing the rail, which weighs just over 23 kg, to a standstill even on longer descents. Also positive: Even with heavy rumbling, the bike remains quiet and only rattles minimally. For steep terrain, we would only have wished for a dropper post with more lift. As well as the Tranz-X works, in our opinion, 130mm travel in sizes L and XL is not enough for a bike with such great trail potential.

Solid climber with Bosch power

The Trek E-MTB delivers a similarly convincing performance when climbing. This strong uphill performance is of course due to the impressive Bosch CX motor, among other things. The drive of the Swabians brings with it an almost perfect balance between supportive power, sensitivity and naturalness. There are slight deductions for the rather unpleasant background noise with high support performance.

However, the drive alone does not make an E-MTB a good climber. Fortunately, the rail also has the right geometry for this. You don't sit too rear-heavy and from this central position you can comfortably climb many climbs while sitting. The bike reaches its limits when it gets very technical and very steep. An even steeper seat tube angle might be helpful here. However, this is nothing more than the much-cited fly in the ointment and can hardly cloud the otherwise all-round successful impression.

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Conclusion: Trek Rail 7

High quality frame
Successful geometry
Powerful chassis

Small equipment flaws

Overall rating

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Michael Große-Hering studied industrial engineering with a focus on automotive engineering. After completing his studies, the passionate (e)mountain biker worked for a large German manufacturer as a product manager for e-mountain bikes. He now brings his in-depth knowledge and passion for bicycles to Velomotion.

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TESTED: 2022 Trek Rail 7 e-bike

The trek rail is trek’s most aggressive emtb offering..

Photographer: Tim Bardsley-Smith

Tester: Will Shaw

Riding Experience: More than my looks would suggest

Generally Rides: Moustache Game 6, Norco One25, Norco Section A1

Height: 186cm

Weight: 84kg

Bike Test Track: Newcastle and surrounds

The Trek Rail is Trek’s most aggressive eMTB offering. Pairing 160mm of front travel with 150mm in the rear, the Rail has been in Trek’s line up in its current iteration since 2020. The Trek eMTB range also includes the Powerfly FS, which pairs a 120mm fork with 100mm of rear travel.

I reviewed the 2021 Trek Rail 9.8 XT in late 2020, which was the carbon version of this bike. For 2022 the two carbon models of the Rail have moved to Bosch’s new Smart System, which uses a 750Wh battery. The lower priced Rail 9 and Rail 7 stick with Bosch’s Generation 4 Performance Line CX Motor and 625Wh battery. There’s a significant difference in the pricing of the Smart System versus non-Smart System models with the Trek Rail 9.9 XTR (Smart System) selling for $15,999 and the Trek Rail 9.8 XT (Smart System) coming in at $12,499. Conversely, the Trekl Rail 9 is $10,999 and the Trek Rail 7 on test here is $9499.

So, at $1500 from its nearest alloy competitor, and $5500 from the top-of-the-line Rail 9.9 XTR, the Rail 7 is very much the budget-oriented model in the Rail line up. Being familiar with the bike’s geometry having ridden the old 9.8 XT with identical geometry, I was excited to see if the value focused spec package would deliver similar performance.

In terms of comparable bikes on the market, with its Bosch Performance Line CX Motor the Rail 7 is competing with other long travel Bosch eMTBs from brands such as Cube, Scott, Moustache, and Orbea.

Initial Impressions

Whilst the 9.8 I tested in 2020 was a carbon frame, the Rail 7 is an all-aluminium affair (except for the magnesium rocker link). The frame retains the exact same geometry, as well as additional Trek features including the Knock Block headset and Mino Link geometry adjustability.

My XL Rail 7 weighed in at 24.6kg without pedals and with 90ml of sealant in each tyre. This is about what I’d expect for an XL long travel eMTB with burly components. The bike I received was in the Dark Aquatic/Trek Black colour, and there’s also a Mercury/Dnister Black colour.

One highlight of the 9.8 XT I reviewed in 2020 was the custom RockShox Super Deluxe Thru Shaft shock, which was the most supple air shock I’ve ever ridden. The Rail 7 features a standard RockShox Deluxe Select +, which does the job but doesn’t have the incredible sensitivity of the custom Super Deluxe Thru Shaft. The shock is a breeze to setup though, with Trek’s suspension calculator offering good base settings, and the only external adjustments being two compression settings (open and firm) and 10 clicks of rebound.

Sticking on the suspension theme, the Rail 7 was the first opportunity I’ve had to ride the RockShox Domain RC fork. The Domain features 38mm stanchions like the ZEB but comes equipped with RockShox’s older Motion Control damper. The fork has low-speed compression, rebound, and bottom out adjustment via tokens. On the Rail 7 it comes with 160mm of travel. I was pleasantly surprised by the performance of the Domain, which I’ll touch on more later.

With less external adjustments than a bike with higher end suspension, setting up the Rail 7 was a simple process. I lopped the bars down to my preferred 760mm, which is made easy by Trek’s guides on the Rhythm Handlebar. The left-hand side of the cockpit required some adjustment to get comfortable with, as the rear brake, dropper lever, and Bosch Purion display all use their own mounts. I ended up with the Purion display a touch far from my thumb for my liking, but I was still able to reach it to change modes when necessary.

The drivetrain and brakes are a full Shimano 12-speed affair. The hybrid drivetrain meshes an SLX shifter and chain with an XT mech and a Deore cassette. The Shimano M6100 levers mated to four pot M6120 calipers are unmatched at their price point.

Bosch’s Performance Line CX Motor is the same motor as the Smart System motor that comes on the higher end models in terms of specifications (85Nm of torque, up to 340 percent assistance), and the 625Wh battery lets you do a hell of a lot of riding if you’re happy to put some work in.

On The Trail

As I’d spent a fair bit of time on the 9.8 XT, I immediately felt at home aboard the Rail. Despite its relatively roomy front end (the XL I tested in the low setting has a 495mm reach) and weight, the Rail 7 can be ridden with a more active ride style than many other eMTBs. I think part is this is down to the excellent front to rear balance (495mm reach matched with 448mm chain stays), and part of it is down to the active suspension.

Despite having a far lower price tag than the ZEB range of forks, the Domain RC’s performance is very close to its pricier sibling. With low-speed compression, rebound, and the ability to add or remove tokens for bottom out control the Domain RC is a tunable fork with a fantastic ride feel. One thing I like about forks with 38mm stanchions is the stiffness they provide when you’re on the brakes in steep terrain. The Domain RC didn’t give up anything compared to the ZEB Select on the Rail 9.8 XT in this department.

The rear end of the Rail 7 features similarly impressive suspension. The Deluxe Select Plus Shock isn’t as supple as Trek’s custom Super Deluxe Thru Shaft that comes on the 9, 9.8 XT, and 9.9 XTR, but it does provide great traction and support across a range of trail situations.

I didn’t use the Mino Link adjustment during testing as I tried it on the 9.8 XT, and I think the lower setting suits the Rail’s aggressive intent much better. One reason I would consider going to the higher setting would be to raise the bottom bracket if I was taking on super technical climbs where you’re likely to hit your motor case on obstacles. I did hit the motor case on the odd obstacle, but overall, I prefer the feel of the lower bottom bracket and slacker head angle.

One difference between the 2021 Rail 9.8 XT and the 2022 Rail 7 is Trek’s proprietary eMTB Lite mode. Trek’s eMTB Lite mode offers assistance that varies between 140 percent (Tour mode) and 250 percent. This is most similar to a mode used by other Bosch brands called ‘Tour +’, which offers assistance from 60 percent right through the maximum assist on offer with the Performance Line CX Motor, which is 340 percent.

eMTB Lite is a great mode to use out on the trails. As the maximum assist is 250 percent rather than 340 percent it stays lower in the power curve throughout most of your ride, meaning your battery will go a fair way further. Bosch’s ‘regular’ eMTB mode assists from 140 percent (which is the linear ‘Tour’ mode) through to 340 percent and tends to stay closer to the top of the power curve. eMTB Lite does a good job of letting you do more of the work on climbs that aren’t too steep, and then kicking in when you need it on punchy climbs. It's a set and forget setting which really lets assistance blur into the background.

The additional range offered by eMTB Lite appeared to be around 300-400 additional vertical meters from my very uncontrolled testing. If I go for a ride where I session descents by climbing a fire road in eMTB and Turbo Mode I’ll normally get around 1000 meters of climbing in before I’ve used the entire battery (I weigh around 84kg, plus kit). With eMTB Lite I was getting 1300-1400 meters.

The Trek Rail 7 offers a lot of long travel eMTB performance at a much lower price point than the pointy end of the eMTB market. Time and time again when I ride Shimano’s lower end drivetrain and brake products, I question why anyone would need anything more.

My one concern about the Rail 7 was the Domain RC fork, having not ridden one before. My concerns were proven to be unnecessary as the Domain RC offers most of the ZEB range’s performance at a fraction of the cost.

The Rail sits in between different models offered by other brands due to its geometry and componentry. For example, Scott offer their Genius eRide, which has a 160mm fork paired with 150mm of rear travel, but throughout the range they spec forks with 35 or 36mm stanchions and the angles are slightly less aggressive than the Rail. Scott also have the Ransom eRide, which pairs a 180mm fork with 170mm of rear travel.

As Trek only have the Rail in their long travel eMTB line up, it needs to be able to ride both undulating terrain and be capable of more gravity specific usage. While I think they’ve done a great job with both geometry and componentry to achieve this, it’d be great to see a Rail with more rear travel in future, and if I was using my Rail as more of a shuttle sled, I’d be interested to see how it performs with a 170mm fork.

The Rail is in the ballpark price wise compared to other eMTBs in this travel bracket including the Scott Genius eRide 920 and Focus Jam Squared 6.9, although as I said it probably straddles between those models and Scott’s Ransom eRide range and Focus’ Sam squared range. Whilst those models have more travel than the Rail, I feel that the Trek Rail’s use of RockShox’s 38mm forks and more aggressive geometry make it more suitable to gravity riding than the Genius eRide and Jam Squared.

If you’re tossing up between the Rail 7 and the other Rail models on offer, aside from the bigger Smart System battery on the 9.8 XT and 9.9 XTR there are also some geometry differences. The Smart System bikes come with steeper seat tubes, slightly slacker headtubes, higher bottom bracket heights, longer reaches, and longer wheelbases. If you’re not concerned about the range offered by a 625Wh battery and you want a reliable and capable long travel eMTB, the Trek Rail 7 is a great choice. You could even buy a spare battery and still be ahead in terms of total cost.

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Is Trek Rail 7 Worth Buying? [Trek Rail 7 Review]

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Trek Rai l 7

Price: $6649
Category: Electric Mountain Bike
Frame: Alpha Platinum Aluminum
Gear: 1 × 12
Tires: 29×2.50′

What we like about it: The new Bosch Performance Line CX 250-watt motor gives you plenty of power to face the challenges of the long haul off-road.

What we don’t like about it: The noisy roar from the motor.

Rating: (4.8/5)

Introduction

The Trek Rail 7 is an electric mountain bike designed to tackle rugged rip trails and is a powerful weapon made specifically for avid riders who seek the ultimate in crazy descents.

We can see that the sturdy aluminum alloy steel frame is the source of its confidence. The 1×12 Shimano SLX / XT drivetrain has silky smooth shifting for the ultimate off-road racing experience.

Even if you encounter some impassable roadblocks, you don’t need to worry too much. The powerful Shimano 4-piston brakes can cool down the manic body quickly.

We have two months of measurement experience with the Trek Rail 7. To make the results more informative, we’ll elaborate on the Trek Rail 7’s performance while riding, key features, components, and specifications, as well as other versions in the series. For more versions, please refer to our review.

The Trek Rail 7 bike is uniquely suited for intense steep descending terrain. It has the same high-end trail technology, upgraded forks, drivetrain, battery, and more that make mountain adventures so much fun.

Located in South Fulton County in the City of Chattahoochee Hills, Dirty Sheets is surrounded by the famous Silk Sheets Road bike path, a scenic gravel road in the countryside that was the object of our conquest. 625-watt-hour batteries played a vital role in The 625 watt-hour battery played an extremely important role in our gravel uphill.

The powerful new Bosch Performance Line CX 250-watt motor roared along and provided great traction. With a top speed of 20 mph, I was able to maintain a relatively smooth and fast ride even with some gravel and potholes in the road.

I wasn’t worried about the sharp bumps from the rough ride during the process. This is largely due to the RockShox Domain RC shocks. It has an extra 160mm of travel, and with the lighter DebonAir springs, it was able to eliminate most of the vibration.

Of course, like any other off-road vehicle, I was able to lock the forks in exchange for a faster ride. Of course, the thorny, gravelly sections are not something I would want to do.

It is worth mentioning that in terms of geometry, Trek Rail 7 takes a more daring design. That’s a slack head tube angle (64.5°), steep seat tube angle (75°) high-end battery, and motor. Even when descending on technical tracks, it can compete fiercely with professional riders, and I feel confident going into the next xc races with the Trek Rail 7.

The Trek Rail 7 is also capable of powerful short descents when faced with rough descents. The RockShox Domain fork gave me an intuitive and clear impression when we made a flying jump on a gravel descent road with a 40° slope.

The DebonAir springs have a lighter than average weight and maintain a steady medium stroke between the up and down squeeze, handling the bumps perfectly.

Of course, I can’t deny that the latest generation of Bontrager xr5 can maintain an extremely smooth body on our descents.

As the latest model of a lightweight off-road mountain bike tire with great braking and cornering traction, the TM-Grip rubber compound is more responsive to complex surfaces and has a stronger bite.

The double-shifted center tread with aggressive side knobs provides reliable cornering and braking traction. I could feel the rustle of the tires rubbing against the Yellowstone earth as they fought a fierce battle.

The Bonsch’s display features a real-time speedometer and a custom eMTB Lite mode that replaces the “Tour” mode. It gives you more natural power transfer and longer battery life. And with the backlit display, you can see your speed even under the hot sun.

The Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc provides a calm and stable braking experience on this gravel-laden, abandoned mining single track. The banjo-type connections and internal hose routing allow for a 20% higher braking effect than the M8000, which is more than enough to handle any obstacle on the way down.

Main Features

Aluminum is still the best choice for mountain bikes. It is tough, tough and has an extremely high-performance experience. At the same time, Trek Rail 7’s alpha aluminum has a stronger and better surface compared to ordinary aluminum on the market, so you can boldly use it for cross-country sprinting.

Brakes, brakes, tires, pedals, and other components make up a clean, simple body structure. Internal wiring is complete without excessive tangling. A common internal management system allows any combination of shift, brake, and locking to pass through the frame.

Trek’s Removable Integrated Battery (RIB) system looks great and is very user-friendly. It hides the battery completely in the frame for protection, makes it easy to remove without tools, and allows you to install a water bottle cage.

I didn’t feel that there was a big breakthrough in the Trek Rail 7 in terms of the angle of the geometry. Today’s setup makes more people like to rely on it to conquer long gravel paths.

The Trek Rail 7’s steeper seat tube angle (75.4°) not only allows for more efficient pedaling but also maintains a comfortable upright ride. The looser head tube angle (64.5°) provides greater speed stability and compensates for the downhill, allowing for a fast downhill travel speed while maintaining a stable body.

Some people may worry that the overly large tires will cause steering problems for the bodywork. My long-riding experience tells me that such fears are unnecessary. The shorter wheelbase length (1196mm) is a better response to the wide tires.

Component And Specifications

Shimano deore m6100 shimano deore m6100, 10-51, 12-speed drivetrain.

Shimano has its considerations for the drivetrain. The Shimano Deore M6100 has an extremely smooth shift structure that shines on both muddy trails and thorny flowing trails. With its BEAM SPIDER construction, the SLX M7100 12-speed cassette saves weight.

Meanwhile, Shimano’s new micro spline freehub body and HYPERGLIDE+ gear profile provide advanced shifting performance. You can make silky smooth shifts while pedaling continuously.

You don’t have to worry about inertia causing you to lose speed, and the cassette sprocket construction is lighter and stronger, saving you a lot of worries.

Bontrager XR5 Tires

The Bontrager XR5 is a perfect upgrade from the previous generation XR4. Made with lightweight nylon inserts that provide strong, soft sidewall protection for added durability, the 120 TPI off-road tire is made for those winding, flowing trails that turn fast while maintaining a soft feel and strong traction.

Tubeless Ready (TLR) delivers strength, traction, and fast-rolling efficiency in an off-road package. The powerful surface highlights clinging to wet, slick, demanding trails and provides you with more confident cornering ability.

Shimano 4-piston Hydraulic Disc Brake

The Shimano 4-piston brake setup is the top-of-the-line setup it brings to the table. Whether it’s wet, or dry moving trails, the Shimano BR-MT420 caliper delivers consistent braking performance and reliable braking power under any terrain.

It can quickly bring a speeding body to an emergency stop. Not only that, but it is not only very smooth when shifting gears, but also smooth. At the same time, the flywheel’s lightweight spider web structure is designed to be technically appealing while also providing a more easily cleanable surface.

You don’t have to worry about mud attacking the components even on muddy and rainy roads, just use a low-pressure water gun for quick cleaning.

RockShox Deluxe Select+ Shock Absorber

The biggest advantage of the RockShox Deluxe Select+ is its adjustability, allowing you to choose the right size for the surface you encounter. For rolling hills, the DebonAir+ air spring system offers greater shock absorption potential than ever before.

The ability to allow you to adjust negative and positive airflow to perfectly match the feel of the ride and the trail ahead of you that the bike needs. At the same time, 160mm of super high fork travel maintains an even better-cushioning capacity during high-speed impacts. The bumper mounted on the bottom of the dark box reduces excessive mountain impact, eliminating vibration and blocking the noise between the body and the mountain.

Bosch PowerTube 625 battery and Bosch Motor

I have to admit that the Bosch PowerTube 625 comes with a hefty price tag, which can be a real headache for after-sales maintenance. But trust me, the performance will give you absolute value for money.

With its 625Wh of power, the Bosch PowerTube 625 ensures efficient and long-lasting travel even on hilly or demanding terrain. It is also extremely easy to install. When you turn the numerous keys in the battery lock, the battery is removed from the frame.

After complete measurement, when fully discharged, this will charge the battery to 50% in 1.5 hours at 6A charging current. Fully charging to 100% takes approximately 3.7 hours, which is important for longer trips.

Other Versions Of Trek Rail 7

To give you more options, we tested the other models of the Trek Rail 7 series for a certain period, including the Trek Rail 5, to be objective and fair.

Both have the same opinion on the choice of material, Alpha Platinum Aluminum, the aluminum body will have a relatively similar weight and tough appearance. You do not have to worry about irreversible damage to the body caused by too severe bumps.

But there is a slight difference in the choice of fork, Trek Rail 5 chose the more backward RockShox 35 Gold RL, while the latter chose the more advanced high-end RockShox Domain.

In the actual ride down, although it is on the same trip, the actual damping ability Trek Rail 5. to lose a chip. Therefore, if you have enough budget, I still recommend the Trek Rail 7, our main character today.

What is the price of Trek Rail 7?

Trek Rail 7 costs $6649.

What is the weight of Trek Rail 7?

The weight of Trek Rail 7 is 24kg.

What are the tire sizes for the Trek Rail 7?

The Trek Rail 7 has 29×2.6′ tires.

Accessories

What do we like about it.

The 1.625Wh battery ensures long off-road driving.
160mm RockShox Domain forks eliminate maximum vibration from your ride.
The new Bosch Performance Series CX 250W motor can assist up to 20 mph.
The 1×12 Shimano SLX / XT drivetrain ensures that you are always ready for a quick shift.

What do we don’t like about it?

More expensive price.
Rarer color choices.

Comparison Table

Trek rail 7 vs specialized turbo levo alloy.

In many ways, the two have a great deal of similarity. The aluminum body surface has a tougher endurance performance, and you don’t have to worry about overly bumpy roads hindering the body.

As we can see, the Specialized Turbo Levo Alloy also has a 1×12 drivetrain, and it will have a relatively large speed range. But I don’t think the Trek Rail 7’s drivetrain will be much worse than it is. My actual riding tells me that the speed and shifting of both are just as excellent.

At the same time, the Specialized Turbo Levo Alloy is very selective in its choice of tires. You can choose more 27.5″ tires to adapt to different complex roads. Of course, if you’re a price-conscious person, the Specialized Turbo Levo Alloy might be worth a try.

Trek Rail 7 vs Trek Rail 5

I have to admit that the Trek Rail 7 and the Trek Rail 5 are similar in many ways. The climbing skills displayed by both cars are amazing, especially when faced with some rough and uneven uphill routes. But at the same time, we also see different damping experiences for the two cars on different trails.

The RockShox 35 Gold RL may not have the same excellent damping capabilities as the RockShox Domain, even though they have the same amount of travel (160mm front and 150mm rear).

Not only that, but the selection of Groupset will be slightly different as well. Some may complain about the Deore, e*thirteen that comes with the Trek Rail 5. But in actual riding, it didn’t make that much of a difference to me. Of course, if you’re looking for the ultimate ride, then the Trek Rail 7 is still a great choice for you.

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Trek Rail 7 vs Scott Ransom eRIDE 920

At first glance, I noticed the Scott Ransom eRIDE 920′ tire and I was very pleased with its ability to climb on hills. In comparison, the Trek Rail 7′ tires would be better for climbing.

I also noticed that the Scott Ransom eRIDE 920 weighs 24.8kg, which is much lighter than the Trek Rail 7. So in terms of lightness, I’d pay for a lighter vehicle, which would make it less difficult for me to descend. If you prefer a lighter and more versatile e-bike, you can go for the Scott Ransom eRIDE 920.

Trek Rail 7 vs Specialized Turbo Levo Comp Alloy

The Specialized Turbo Levo Comp Allo is highly sought after by customers for its superb stability. 29″ tires make it possible to have a seat in larger vehicles as well.

Of course, you can also opt for a smaller tire, such as the 27.5″. No matter the terrain, the SRAMGX Eagle, 12speed will give you a butter-like shifting experience. 160mm of fork travel avoids a lot of unwanted impacts. But its huge size means it’s perhaps a little short on speed, with a steeper, looser headtube.

And the SRAM NX Eagle means it’s likely to have more traction uphill than the Trek Rail 7, with 27.5-inch wheels that give you the flexibility to navigate the hills. If you’ve got the cash to spare, the Specialized Turbo Levo Comp Alloy is for you.

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2020 TREK RAIL 7 REVIEW

This article is a transcript of the EMTB Videos review. The video can be found further down in the article.

Last year we rode the Trek Rail 9.8 and we were really impressed. It was such a capable bike on the rough descents, and so nimble and fun on the flowy trails. But a carbon bike with great equipment comes at a cost. Yeah, I’m talking about the price. So, we were excited to ride the cheaper Trek Rail 7 this time. Is it as good as the more expensive bike?

The Rail 7 is an alloy bike that costs €5.499. It is the only model in the line-up running the 12-speed Shimano drivetrain, shifter is SLX and derailleur is XT. It shifts very well, even under load. But it needs to be finely tuned to be smooth, and I adjust the wire tension surprisingly often. Brakes are the dual calliper Shimano MT520, which I really like. Even though they’re not top of the line, they have a nice feel to them, and they’re pretty powerful.

The tyres aren’t my favourite though, not for what I ride. The Bontrager XR5 Team Issue 29×2.6” is a proper mountain bike tyre, but it is on the lighter side. I prefer a heavier tyre with taller knobs and softer rubber compound when my trails aren’t dry. We swapped the front tyre for a Maxxis Minion EXO+ and left the rear tyre on, that worked perfectly fine for us. I was going to complain that the dropper post is only 130mm on sizes medium and up. But I have to say there was never a situation where we felt the seat didn’t go low enough. 120mm can be too little, but that extra 10mm offered precious space so I decided not to complain.

I can accept most kinds of battery integration as I usually keep the bikes indoors. But the Rail has been parked outside on several occasions, and I’ve come to appreciate the ease of installing and removing the 625 watthours Bosch battery. Getting the battery out is just as easy as on bikes with external batteries. This is a nice detail that will matter to some of us.

Oh, and did you notice this little hole in the battery lid? It’s a port for accessing the physical power button of the battery. If the display won’t power up the bike, sticking an allen key or such into this hole may power up the bike. Depending on what’s wrong of course.

Different geometry

The geometry of the Rail 7 is the same as for the 9.8. We rode with the Mino link chip set to low pretty much all the time. This means a slack 64.5* head angle, 448mm chainstays and a pretty low 339mm bottom bracket. This is a bit different from most of the other 150 to 160mm travel 29er emtbs on the market. The rear end is noticeably shorter, the bottom bracket is lower, and the head angle is slacker. And this is what we like about the Rail. If we flip the chip to high, the head angle steepens and the bottom bracket height increases. This makes the Rail more similar to the other Bosch powered 29ers on the market. It is a pleasant bike in the High setting, ground clearance is decent and it climbs effortlessly.

Even though climbing suffers a tad in the Low setting, we still find it’s a great climber. The 448mm chainstay length is long enough to help us keep the front wheel planted in the really steep ups. The Bosch Performance CX motor is powerful and easy to control in most situations. Check out our review of the motor for more info.

There is a bit of chatter coming from the motor though. The bike is mostly nice and silent, but when coasting down hill, the motor makes some noise. Check out this video to get an impression of the noise from the Bosch motor .

When going slow and navigating the bike over tight obstacles, we felt the weight of the alloy bike. As most other Rail models, this bike has got the big 625 watthours battery and it is about 24 kilos out of the box. We set it up tubelessly and did a few other minor changes and got it down to 23,7 kilos with pedals. And that isn’t bad really, bikes in this category can easily weigh 25 kilos.

The Rail 7 never quite had that same level of nimbleness as the more expensive and lightweight Rail 9.8. Still, it was a seriously fun bike on the flowy trails. With a bit of technique, most bikes can flow down a flow trail. But the Rail did it with such ease. We were sending it of ledges and bouncing off obstacles, and the bike felt so well balanced. We were going with the flow, never having to make corrections.

The slightly downhill oriented geometry along with the suspension makes the Rail 7 a great performer. The 160mm travel Rockshox Yari always was a sensible fork. But now, for 2020, performance seems improved. We rode rough, rocky sections – high speed chatter – drops and jumps, and it felt surprisingly smooth. We were never really missing a line choice due to poor suspension performance, we always felt in control. Sure, the Rockshox Deluxe Select+ shock without the piggyback chamber might not be up for the rough prolonged descents. But we were happy with it during the test. It has good pop when playing around and it tracks well.

Recently I’ve ridden lots of bikes with the cheaper Rockshox 35 Gold RL fork. This is a popular fork for entry level bikes. Around here, the Rail 7 isn’t much more expensive than some of those bikes, and the suspension performance on the Rail 7 is way better. Even though both Fox and Rockshox have several models in the suspension line-up that performs better than the Yari and Deluxe Select+, we found this really is surprisingly good.

The Trek Rail 7 is a really good bike. Sure, it doesn’t offer the exact same riding experience as the more expensive Rail 9.8, but it isn’t lacking much. Being slightly heavier means it can feel a tad slower to maneuver in some situations. Still, I want to end this review the same way I did when we tested the 9.8, by saying, the Rail 7 offers an impressive blend of playfulness and stability at speed.

This review is a transcript of the video review by EMTB Videos .

Weight: 24kg Price: €5.499 / £4.800

Fork: RockShox Yari RC, DebonAir spring, Motion Control RC damper, e-MTB optimized, 42mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel Shock: RockShox Deluxe Select+, 230×57.5mm Shifter: Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed Derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog Crank arm: E thirteen E spec Plus, 34T, 165mm length Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12 speed Chain: Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed Seatpost: TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, S:100mm, M,L,XL: 130mm Handlebar: Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 780mm width Stem: Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm Brake: Shimano MT501 lever, MT520 4-piston caliper Motor: Bosch Performance CX 250W Battery: Bosch Powertube 625, 625Wh Display: Bosch Purion

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2023 Trek Rail 7 Gen 2

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.

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Jun 2023 · Alex Evans

Trek’s Rail is claimed to be enduro-descent ready and uses Bosch’s powerful Performance Line CX motor

Great geometry provides stability

Cornering control excellent

Suspension is supple and forgiving with plenty of support

Bosch motor

Tyre compound struggles on anything other than perfectly dry terrain

Harsh feeling ride saps confidence

Jun 2023 · Danny Milner

The last time we rode the Trek Rail we awarded it our 2021 E-Bike of the Year crown in the shop bought category. Since then we haven’t had another chance to ride one, mainly because they’ve been flying off the shop floor. Meanwhile, Trek hasn’t rested on its laurels – the front triangle has been lengthened and the extra space used to stuff in Bosch’s biggest 750Wh battery on all but the smallest frame size. So how does it perform and is it one of the best electric mountain bikes on offer? Need to know: Mino link on the seatstay/rocker interface gives high and low geometry settings – useful if you want to run a 27.5in rear wheel Knock Block steering limiter uses interlocking stem and headset spacers, while steerer tube gets oversize 1.8in taper Top tube System controller and wireless remote are available to buy aftermarket, but they should come as standard M, L, and XL frames get 750Wh battery, while S gets a 625Wh This updated Rail is called the Gen 4, but you can still buy the old Gen 3 model. It gets the smaller 625Wh battery, non-Smart System-compatible electronics and a shorter reach. Although buying the Gen 4 seems like a no-brainer, the new large frame is a really big bike, with a 490mm reach and a yawning 35mm gap to the medium. So some riders may achieve a better fit on the old Gen 3. It’s disappointing that Trek hasn’t fitted the latest Bosch System Controller (as found on the Mondraker) to the top tube. Instead you get a measly blanking plate. To enjoy the improved integration and reduced clutter you’ll have to fork out an extra £1,600 for the next model up, which seems pretty stingy. Suspension Trek claims the Rail delivers 150mm travel, but we only measured 140mm (3mm less than the last Rail we tested). However, we didn’t notice this shortcoming on the trail, mostly because the long wheelbase of the Rail gives it excellent stability at high speeds on rough ground. Where we found it wanting was in terms of grip and sensitivity. It struggled to trace smaller bumps, so not only did it lack some comfort on long rides, but it needed more effort to hold a line on off-cambers, through slow turns, and in the wet. Having said that, there’s plenty of support, so as long as we had the energy, we could ride the Rail like a runaway train. Our bike came with a RockShox Zeb in place of the advertised Domain RC. With 38mm stanchions it perfectly matches the hench proportions of the Rail frame, but it wasn’t the smoothest or most supple fork on test. In that respect there was a symbiosis between the Trek’s front and rear suspension, even if it wasn’t quite the fairytale relationship we’d hoped for. Components Trek proffers two brake specs on the Rail 9.7 – Shimano Deore or SRAM Code R, both in four-piston guise. Given the choice, we’d take the Shimano …Continue reading »

Loves to go fast

Suspension lacks finesse

Bosch has spent years touting its motor/battery/display array. Now, Trek’s ultra-high-end Rail eMTB gets the signature tech.

With its updated frame and bigger battery, is this the best electric mountain bike going? Read on for our Trek Rail review.

Incredible suspension performance

Hugely confidence-inspiring ride quality

Powerful & intuitive Bosch Smart System

Big battery offers big range potential

Powerful brakes

Solid wheels & tyres

Battery mount failure

Longer wheelbase has reduced agility

Seat angle could be steeper

Limited size range

Apr 2022 · BHowell

An excellent e-bike with a lot of electronics.

Well rounded ride

Suspension quality

Powerful Bosch motor

Vulnerable Bosch controller and Kiox

Mar 2022 · Guy Kesteven

Trek’s Rail 9.9 eMTB is loaded with carbon fiber and wireless tech. Guy Kesteven explores what the pricey Bosch powered flagship is like to ride on a wet and rocky Lake District demo loop

Lightweight yet super precise full carbon frame

Extended enduro geometry

Superbly controlled suspension performance

Latest big battery Bosch Smart System

Full SRAM AXS and Wiz comms componentry

AirWiz feels gimmicky

Mar 2022 · Jeremy Benson

The Rail 9.7 is a powerful electric mountain bike from the Trek Bicycle Company. This 29er has 150mm of rear-wheel travel paired with a 160mm fork and a...

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Kaufberatung

technische Details

Trek Rail 7 im Test

Preis: 6299 €
Rahmenmaterial: Aluminium
Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX
Federweg vorne: 160 mm
Akku: 625 WH
Federweg hinten: 150 mm
Modelljahr: 2022
Laufradgröße: 29"
Gewicht: 24 kg

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Motor Bosch Performance Line CX
Display Purion
Rahmen Alpha Platinum Aluminum
Rahmenmaterial Aluminium
Gabel RockShox Domain RC, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, oversized crown for eMTB, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Federelement Luft
Lenkerlockout ja
Dämpfer RockShox Deluxe Select+, 230mm x 57.5mm
Bandbreite 510%
Schaltung 12
Schalthebel Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Schaltwerk Shimano XT M8100, long cage
Kurbel E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 34T, 165mm length
Kassette Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12 speed
Kette Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Bremsen Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, M6100 lever, M6120 caliper
Bremsscheiben Ø 203/203
Felgen Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Vorderradnabe Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Hinterradnabe Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, Size: S, M, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Vorderreifen Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Hinterreifen Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50''
Sattel Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Sattelstütze Size: S, TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length, Size: M, L, XL, TranzX JD-YSP18, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 470mm length
Vorbau Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length
Lenker Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 780mm width
Lenkerbreite 780
Steuersatz Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom

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Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, magnesium rocker link, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 150mm travel
Fork RockShox Yari RC, DebonAir spring, Motion Control RC damper, e-MTB optimized, tapered steerer, 42mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Shock RockShox Deluxe Select+, 230x57.5mm
Wheels Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Wheel Size 29"
Tires Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60''
Chain Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Crank E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 34T, 165mm length
Shifters Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Cassette Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12 speed
Brakeset Shimano RT76, 203mm, 6-bolt
Handlebar Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 780mm width
Saddle Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost Size: S TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length Size: M, L, XL TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 425mm length

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A 2021 Trek Rail 7 weights M - 23.59 kg / 52.00 lbs (with tubes).

Q: What size wheels does the 2021 Trek Rail 7 have?

The 2021 Trek Rail 7 has 29" wheels.

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Trek Rail 7 EU im Test

In der Benennung des Trek Rail 7 steckt auch gleich das Ziel, das sich die Entwickler gesetzt haben: Das Bike soll wie auf Schienen durch noch so grobes Terrain ziehen. Kann das 5.499 € teure E-Mountainbike mit Bosch-Motor und 29”-Laufrädern dieses Versprechen einlösen und ordentlich liefern?

Einen Überblick über diesen Vergleichstest erhaltet ihr hier: Das beste E-Mountainbike 2020 um 5.500 € – 8 Modelle im Vergleichstest

Das Trek Rail 7 macht in seiner neon-gelb-blauen Lackierung schon von Weitem auf sich aufmerksam. Wem das zu auffällig ist und wer eher auf Understatement steht, erhält das 5.499 € teure Rail mit seinem klassischen Trek-Design auch in dezentem Schwarz-Rot. Beim Motor setzt Trek auf den neuen Bosch und kombiniert ihn mit einem 625-Wh-Akku. Der Clou: Er lässt sich zum externen Laden schnell und einfach seitlich aus dem Unterrohr entnehmen. Getoppt wird die haptisch wie optisch exzellente Integration des Motorsystems durch die eigens entwickelte Ladebuchse am Sitzrohr und den unsichtbar ins Ausfallende integrierten Geschwindigkeitssensor. An der Kettenstrebe des hochwertigen Aluminiumrahmens lässt sich ein Ständer montieren und die Kabel verlaufen klapperfrei und aufgeräumt im Inneren des Rahmens. Mit 23,4 kg (Größe L) gehört das Trek Rail 7 trotz großer 29”-Laufräder und 160/150 mm Federweg zu den leichtesten Bikes im Test. Eine RockShox Yari RC-Federgabel und ein Deluxe Select+ stellen den Federweg zur Verfügung. Gebremst wird mit der günstigen, aber soliden Shimano MT-520-Vierkolbenbremse mit 200-mm-Scheiben vorne wie hinten. Kritik erntet die Ausstattung nur für die mit 130 mm Hub viel zu kurze Sattelstütze und die Bontrager XR5-Reifen, die vor allem auf weichem Untergrund seitlich abschmieren.

Trek Rail 7

Ausstattung.

Motor Bosch Performance Line CX 75 Nm Akku Bosch PowerTube 625 Wh Display Bosch Purion Federgabel RockShox Yari RC 160 mm Dämpfer RockShox Deluxe RL 150 mm Sattelstütze TranzX JD-YSP18 130 mm Bremsen Shimano MT520 4-Kolben 200/200 mm Schaltung Shimano XT/SLX 1x12 Vorbau Bontrager Rhythm Comp 50 mm Lenker Bontrager Rhythm Comp 780 mm Laufradsatz Bontrager Line Comp 30 29" Reifen Bontrager XR5 Team Issue 2,6"

Technische Daten

Größe S, M, L, XL Gewicht 23,4 kg Zul. Gesamtgewicht 136 kg Max. Gewicht Fahrer/Equipment 112 kg Anhänger-Freigabe nein Ständeraufnahme ja

Die Geometrie des Trek Rail 7

Mit einem Flip-Chip lässt sich die Geometrie des Trek Rail 7 um knapp 0,5° verändern. Wir haben auf dem Trail die Low-Einstellung bevorzugt, die dem Rail zu seinem hervorragenden Handling verhilft. Denn mit 35 mm Tretlagerabsenkung – das niedrigste Tretlager im Test – positioniert es seinen Fahrer sehr tief im Bike. Das Trek hat, wie auch das CUBE, einen markanten Knick im Sitzrohr, wodurch sich der effektive Sitzwinkel bei größeren Fahrern abflacht.

Den Spagat zwischen Laufruhe und agilem, spaßigem Handling schafft kein anderes Bike im Test so gut wie das Trek Rail 7.

Das Trek Rail 7 EU im Test

Auf Touren und Transfers in der Ebene ist die Sitzposition auf dem Rail 7 sehr angenehm. Wir haben im Laufe unseres Tests alle Spacer unter dem Vorbau montiert. Die dadurch höhere Front und das sehr sensibel ansprechende Fahrwerk tragen dann zum Langstreckenkomfort des Bikes bei.

Pushen, abspringen oder drüberbügeln: Egal welche Hindernisse der Trail in den Weg legt, das Trek Rail zieht wie auf Schienen mit Mach 10 bergab.

An Rampen positioniert das Trek vor allem größere Fahrer weit über dem Hinterrad. Sie treten dann von hinten und müssen die Front aktiv belasten, um das Vorderrad am Boden zu halten. Kleinere Fahrer sitzen da schon deutlich zentraler auf dem Bike und erklimmen auch herausfordernde Rampen mit deutlich weniger Körpereinsatz. An Kanten und Stufen ist allerdings das richtige Timing gefragt, um Aufsetzer mit dem Pedal zu vermeiden. Hier zollt man dem niedrigen Tretlager Tribut.

Dafür steht man, sobald es bergab geht, super tief und zentral im Bike, wodurch das Trek Rail auch in steilen Rinnen und bei Highspeed viel Sicherheit vermittelt. So viel, dass es seinen Fahrer förmlich anfleht, die Bremsen so lange wie möglich offen zu lassen … Auch große Hindernisse kann das Rail ebenso überrollen wie überspringen, denn das Fahrwerk ist schluckfreudig und sensibel, bietet aber ausreichend Gegenhalt für aktive Fahrmanöver. Bei niedrigen Geschwindigkeiten und in offenen Kurven ist das Rail 7 nicht so intuitiv zu handeln wie z. B. das CUBE oder das Moustache. Hier muss die Front mit sauberer Fahrtechnik aktiv belastet werden, dann setzt es den Input aber super direkt um. Wer das Trek Rail 7 aktiv fährt, kommt bei Highspeed schon fast an das Kenevo heran und nimmt es auf flowigen Strecken locker mit dem RADON auf.

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Fahreigenschaften

Motor-feeling, motor-power, preis-leistung, einsatzbereich, flowtrail bergauf, flowtrail bergab, technischer singletrail bergauf, technischer singletrail bergab, downhill-strecken, unser fazit zum trek rail 7 eu.

Der Rahmen des schicken Trek Rail 7 ist so durchdacht wie hochwertig und integriert gekonnt das System rund um den Bosch-Motor. Bergab ist es in diesem Vergleichstest ungeschlagen: Sowohl auf flowigen als auch auf richtig technischen Downhill-Strecken zieht das Trek Rail 7 wie auf Schienen an der Konkurrenz vorbei und bietet auch auf Touren viel Komfort. Kein anderes Bike belohnt einen aktiven Fahrstil mit so direktem Handling! Und sonst? Super breiter Einsatzbereich, exzellentes Handling, hochwertiger Rahmen – verdienter Testsieg!

aufgeräumtes, ergonomisches Cockpit
laufruhig und agil zugleich
definiertes und gleichzeitig schluckfreudiges Fahrwerk
kennt im Downhill kein Limit
hohes Sicherheitsgefühl

Sattelstütze mit zu wenig Hub
Reifen nur auf hartem Untergrund sinnvoll
Kettenschlagen an der Sitzstrebe

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Das Testfeld

Entspanntes und komfortables Biken auf breiten befestigten Wegen, bergauf wie bergab. ↩

Uphill auf einfachen Trails mit wenig Hindernissen, weiten Kurvenradien und gemäßigter Steigung. ↩

Aktives Fahren und spielen mit dem Gelände auf einfachen Trails mit wenig Hindernissen, weiten Kurvenradien und im gemäßigten Gefälle. ↩

Uphill auf Wanderwegen und Singletrails im anspruchsvollen Gelände, beispielsweise mit losem Untergrund, Stufen, Wurzeln, engen Kurven und teilweise extremer Steigung. ↩

Downhill auf Wanderwegen und Singletrails im anspruchsvollen Gelände, beispielsweise mit losem Untergrund, Stufen, Wurzeln, engen Kurven und kleinen Sprüngen sowie Steilabfahrten. ↩

Ballern bei Highspeed auf schnellen und teilweise sehr ruppigen Trails mit großen Sprüngen und Hindernissen, die sich nicht überrollen lassen. ↩

Das Rating der Fahreigenschaften bezieht sich auf die Räder im Vergleichstest und den aktuellen Entwicklungsstand von E-Mountainbikes. Die besten Bikes schaffen es, vermeintlich gegenteilige Fahreigenschaften in sich zu vereinen und sind so z. B. agil und laufruhig zugleich. Das Handling beschreibt die Balance des Bikes im Gelände bergab. Die Angaben zur Motorpower beziehen sich auf das Fahrgefühl im Gesamtkontext des Bikes, nicht auf den Motor isoliert – dadurch können die Werte zwischen gleichen Motoren variieren. ↩

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Words: Photos: Finlay Anderson

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Trek Rail Review | A plush, powerful & frustratingly near-perfect electric mountain bike

The not-so-minor details.

Trek Rail 9.8 XT

https://www.trekbikes.com

From $7,499 AUD ($12,499 AUD as tested)

- Incredible suspension performance - Hugely confidence-inspiring ride quality - Powerful & intuitive Bosch Smart System - Big battery offers big range potential - Powerful brakes - Solid wheels & tyres

- Battery mount failure - Longer wheelbase has reduced agility - Seat angle could be steeper - Limited size range

Justin & Dan review the Trek Rail

Since it was introduced back in 2019, the Trek Rail has joined the likes of the Specialized Levo, Merida eOne-Sixty and Norco Sight VLT as one of the stalwarts of the Aussie e-MTB scene. Available in alloy and carbon across a wide range of price points, and powered by the excellent Bosch Performance Line CX motor, the Rail has grown to become a very popular electric mountain bike.

We last reviewed a carbon Trek Rail 9.8 in 2019 and an alloy Trek Rail 9 in 2021 . Though they weren’t perfect, we were mighty impressed by the quality of the suspension and the balanced handling. Trek has since updated the Rail lineup, incorporating a suite of improvements that are designed to take its technical prowess to a whole new level. To see how all the changes play out on the trail, we got our hands on this shiny Trail Rail 9.8 XT to put through the wringer.

Watch our Trek Rail video review here:

For a full-powered e-MTB with dual 29in wheels, the Rail is arguably one of the best-handling bikes in its category.

An overview of the Trek Rail

Designed to cover everything from backcountry trail riding through to e-Enduro racing, the Trek Rail features a 160mm travel fork and 150mm of rear wheel travel. It comes fitted with 29in wheels, though by flipping the Mino Link into the High position, Trek says you can run the Rail as a mullet with a 27.5in rear wheel.

As with almost every Trek full suspension mountain bike, the Rail is built around the ABP four-bar suspension platform. The most rearward pivot is concentric to the thru-axle, which Trek says helps to decouple braking forces from the suspension.

The top models are equipped with a custom RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3 shock. Codeveloped between RockShox and Trek, this fancy shock features the unique Thru Shaft damper design, and as we’ll discuss shortly, is a big contributor to the Rail’s overall ride quality.

Frame & geometry updates

While the alloy frame remains unchanged, the Trek Rail’s carbon frame has been beefed up significantly.

The seat tube has swollen to a 34.9mm diameter, increasing chassis strength and allowing you to fit a modern long-stroke dropper post. Trek has also adopted the new 1.8in head tube standard to bolster front-end stiffness, while improving the proportions with big travel forks like the RockShox Zeb and Fox 38.

Also new is the Knock Block 2.0 headset. The steering limiter still prevents the handlebar controls from smacking into the frame, but a larger turning radius means it’s entirely unnoticeable on the trail.

Along with the beefier frame, Trek has also updated the Rail’s geometry. The most significant change is the seat tube angle, which steepens by almost two degrees to 76.7°. The reach has increased, growing by 12-22mm depending on the frame size, and the head angle is also a hair slacker at 64.2° in the Low geometry setting.

One number that hasn’t changed is the 448mm rear centre length, which is about as short as you’ll find for a 29er fitted with a Bosch motor. In comparison, the Scott Patron gets a 454mm rear centre, while the Avanti Hammer-E LT comes in at 462mm.

Bosch smarts

The latest carbon Trek Rail also updates to the Bosch Smart System. The tidy Kiox 300 display is tucked out of the way behind the headset, while the LED controller sits next to the left-hand grip.

Powering the Rail is the Bosch Performance Line CX motor and a 750Wh PowerTube battery. You can charge the battery in situ, or it can be easily removed from the frame with a key for charging separately.

Compared to previous generation Bosch systems, the latest Smart System provides you with far greater functionality and the option to tune the motor. If you’re curious to learn more about its full potential, check out our Bosch Tuning Tips article for everything you need to know.

Trek Rail price & specs

There are five models in the current Trek Rail lineup; two with alloy frames and three with carbon frames.

Prices kick off at $7,499 AUD for the Trek Rail 5, which is pretty good for a Bosch-equipped bike. However, it’s worth noting that the alloy models do carry over the previous generation frame, which uses a smaller 500Wh or 625Wh battery along with an older display and controller.

On the other side of the price spectrum is the Trek Rail 9.9 XTR, which sells for $15,999 AUD. This model is also available to customise through the Project One bike builder, for those who want something a little different to the norm.

As blingy as the 9.9 model is, we’re not particularly interested in the additional electronic gizmos it comes with. Instead we requested the Trek Rail 9.8 XT to review, as we think this is the bike that more people are likely to purchase. Despite selling for $3,500 less, it still features the same carbon frame, rear shock and Bosch Smart System as the 9.9 model, albeit with a more practical parts spec.

What about the 2023 Trek Rail?

It’s worth acknowledging that since receiving our 2022 test bike, Trek has quietly introduced some updates for the 2023 iteration of the Rail.

These changes are predominantly based around the user interface, with the alloy Rails updating to the Bosch Smart System with the LED controller and Kiox 300 display. The carbon Rails will then come with the newer Mini Remote and System Controller. Otherwise the frames, motors, batteries, and the majority of the component spec will be identical between the 2022 and 2023 models.

For those eager to wait for a 2023 Trek Rail model, we’ve been informed that stock will begin arriving in Australia in April.

2022 Trek Rail 9.8 XT

Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon, ABP Suspension Design, 150mm Travel
Fork | RockShox Zeb Select+, Charger 2.1 RC Damper, 44mm Offset, 160mm Travel
Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RT3, 230×57.5mm
Drive Unit | Bosch Performance Line CX, 85Nm
Battery | Bosch PowerTube 750Wh
Wheels | Bontrager Line Comp, 30mm Inner Width
Tyres | Bontrager SE6 Team Issue 2.5in Front & SE5 Team Issue 2.5in Rear
Drivetrain | Shimano XT 1×12 w/e*13 Plus 34T Crankset & 10-51T Cassette
Brakes | Shimano XT 4-Piston w/203mm Rotors
Bar | Bontrager Line Pro OCLV Carbon, 27.5mm Rise, 780mm Width
Stem | Bontrager Line Pro, Knock Block, 45mm Length
Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp Lock-On
Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite, Travel: 150mm (M), 170mm (L), 200mm (XL)
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada
Confirmed Weight | 23.94kg
RRP | $12,499 AUD

Testing the Trek Rail

In addition to testing the Trek Rail 9.8 XT on our home trails, this bike has accompanied us along some bigger alpine missions up at Mt Buller in Victoria’s High Country.

Buller has proven to be a terrific environment for a big and burly e-MTB like the Rail, with plenty of entertaining options for gaining elevation and some brilliant purpose-built descents to enjoy on the way back down. Tying it all together are epic views of the surrounding mountains, making this one of our favourite destinations to explore over the summer months.

To give it a proper workout, we took the Rail on a smorgasbord of backcountry singletrack around Buller including the recently refurbished Delatite River Trail, Clancy’s and the absolutely brilliant Stonefly. We also used the Rail to rack up plenty of self-shuttled laps of the gravity trails, including Outlaw and the classic ABOM.

Trek Rail sizing & fit

While models like the Slash and Fuel EX are known for being offered in a huge range of sizes, the carbon Trek Rail models are currently only available in Medium, Large and X-Large sizes in Australia. We’re told that a Small will be arriving later this year, which will come fitted with a 625Wh battery to fit inside its shorter downtube. In the meantime, those after a Small will need to look towards the alloy Rail.

To suit the height of Dan (183cm) and Justin (180cm), we’ve been testing a Large. Compared to the previous model the reach has grown from 465mm to 487mm, which is a significant jump. The steeper seat angle does help to position the rider more centrally within the cockpit, though we reckon it could be a lick steeper since the effective top tube length on this bike is very long.

This presented more of an issue for Dan, who has shorter arms and prefers a more upright climbing position. To suit his proportions and riding style, Dan slid the saddle all the way forwards on the rails to steepen the effective seat angle and shorten the distance to the grips. Justin on the other hand had no such issues with the saddle in the middle of its adjustment range, and found the cockpit to be perfectly comfortable out of the box.

The takeaway from our experience? We’d recommend that anyone on the border between two sizes take a closer look at the geometry chart, as you may want to size down rather than up.

Even with the saddle shunted forwards, the Rail doesn’t suffer from a front-heavy riding position. That’s because the stack height is quite generous, coming in slightly taller than the old model. Combined with the well-proportioned bars, amenable grips and saddle, we’ve found it to be a comfortable bike during long exploratory missions out in the hills.

Suspension setup

Setting up the Rail’s suspension is made easy thanks to Trek’s online calculator , which is a fantastic tool for getting you started with air pressures and rebound settings.

For Justin (85kg), the suggested settings proved to work well right off the bat. In comparison, Dan (83kg) made use of the recommended air pressures but trended towards a faster rebound setting to suit his more aggressive riding style.

There’s plenty of adjustment available with both the Zeb fork and Super Deluxe RT3 shock, which allows you to tweak the damping to suit different trail conditions. In particular, the 3-position compression dial on the rear shock makes a notable change to rear end grip and support, so we’d recommend experimenting with all three settings.

Once set up to preference, we didn’t need to touch the suspension at all throughout the test period. Bigger riders or those who are particularly heavy on their landings may want to fit an extra volume spacer in the rear shock to increase bottom-out support, but the stock setup will likely work well for most.

2023 trek rail 9.8 xt bosch electric super deluxe rt3 shock

Trek Rail weight

Without pedals and with the tyres setup tubeless, our Trek Rail 9.8 XT test bike came in at 23.94kg.

That’s a little heavier than claimed, though it’s a reasonable figure for a big travel e-MTB with a 750Wh battery. If you’re particularly concerned about weight, you might want to look towards the mid-powered Trek Fuel EXe , which is over 5kg lighter.

Although the Bontrager SE6 and SE5 tyres use reinforced Core Strength casings, at just over a kilo each they’re significantly lighter than a full-blown DH tyre. Factoring in the abuse we’d likely be dishing out on the Rail, we fitted a CushCore Pro insert into the rear wheel to help ward off potential punctures and rim damage. Tyre pressures were set between 21-24psi up front, and 24-26psi out back.

What do we dig about the Trek Rail?

As with previous models, we’ve been consistently impressed by the outstanding suspension performance on the new Trek Rail. This bike is beautifully balanced, offering great small-bump sensitivity while still delivering heaps of support. Along with the powerful brakes, aggressive tyres and long wheelbase, you can ride this bike bloody hard on some very rowdy terrain.

It has to be said that the Zeb is a perfect match for a burly bike like the Rail. An e-MTB is inherently more difficult to correct if you push it slightly off-line, with the added weight compounding any mistakes. The Zeb’s stiff 38mm chassis helps to keep the front wheel tracking where you want it, while the sensitive action soaks up off-camber impacts, maximising ground contact for increased grip.

It’s a similar story out back with the custom Super Deluxe shock. Trek says the IFP-less design of the Thru Shaft damper reduces the ‘stick-slip’ effect when the shock is rapidly changing direction between compression and rebound, resulting in smoother and more responsive operation. Given how supple it is back there, it’s hard to argue with that claim.

Combined with the trunnion bearing mount and ABP linkage, the Rail delivers incredible sensitivity across a wide range of impacts and riding speeds. Traction and compliance are superb, with the shock recovering well on rapid-fire impacts. We never fully bottomed out the rear suspension, while the mid-stroke support means the Rail has surprisingly good pep on flowier jump trails. The fact that it ‘only’ has 150mm of rear travel means it doesn’t totally numb the trails like a longer travel e-MTB would.

Stout frame & responsive handling

Enhancing the Rail’s enthusiastic on-trail demeanour is its stiff carbon frame, which feels noticeably sturdier and more responsive than previous iterations. Paired to the Zeb up front, the handling is direct and surefooted.

Much like the Canyon Spectral:ON , that chassis stiffness never results in untoward harshness. Indeed the supple suspension, high volume tyres and alloy rims ensure the Rail contours the terrain rather than pin-balling you around.

The short rear end also contributes to the responsive handling, helping to make the Rail feel manageable despite its heft. While a longer rear centre can improve high-speed stability, it tends to make the bike more sluggish and harder to leave the ground. Trek has avoided that sensation with the Rail, with its short chainstays providing a welcome dose of agility. It rips corners confidently, and thanks to the supportive suspension, it’s also more than happy to take to the air.

Bosch power & control

Along with its supple suspension and sturdy chassis, the Bosch Performance CX Line motor is another key component to the Trek Rail’s all-round performance. In our experience, this is the best full-powered motor out there.

Set to the adaptive eMTB mode, power delivery is responsive and intuitive. There’s plenty of low-range torque on tap, and the overrun feature means power continues to be applied even if you need to briefly coast over roots and rock ledges on a technical climb.

It’s particularly advantageous for larger-sized riders, with the Bosch motor providing masses of support and powerful acceleration. For lighter riders, bumping the assistance mode down to Tour+ will still provide that intuitively adaptive power output, albeit with a less abrasive punch and a milder overrun.

If you’re willing to make use of the lower powered settings, it’s possible to eke out some serious mileage. Indeed with the big 750Wh battery, you’re unlikely to experience any range anxiety with the Rail. This bike offers proper long-range potential, making it a fantastic option for huge e-MTB adventures out in the mountains.

While it will happily cruise along, the Rail also enjoys climbing fast and aggressively. Despite not having enormous chainstays, it’s still very calm and composed on steeper gradients. There’s little wander from the front wheel, with the long wheelbase and active suspension keeping the whole bike glued to the ground.

We didn’t encounter an excessive number of pedal strikes, though switching the shock’s compression dial into the firmer position does lift the ride height noticeably. Furthermore, flipping the Mino Link into the High position will garner you an additional 5mm of pedal clearance, while sharpening the seat angle and shifting more weight onto the front wheel. This will be useful for more active riders, and those who are scaling chunky climbs and eroded gullies.

The only real limiting factor on the climbs is the rear tyre, which didn’t have as much bite as we wanted. The tread profile is a little too shallow, and it lacked grip when the conditions were wet. We’d consider fitting an SE6 on the rear, which would offer more predictable traction on loose and slippery terrain.

What don’t we like?

As with the previous Trek Rail 9 we tested, we encountered a few annoying issues with our Rail 9.8 XT.

Most disconcerting was the battery rattling around in the frame. After a dozen or so rides we noticed a heavy clunking sensation on the descents that felt a bit like a poorly-adjusted headset. This turned out to be from the upper battery mount, which had come loose from where it bolts into the downtube. While the battery was still able to provide power to the motor, it meant the whole assembly was rattling around inside the frame. Not ideal.

2023 trek rail 9.8 xt bosch electric battery repair problem fix

This is of course a disappointing experience to have on a bike costing over $12K.

Our local Trek dealer put in a warranty claim, and within a couple of days we received a solution. This comprised of a small metal bracket that sits on the outside of the downtube, with two bolts passing through it to secure the internal battery mount to the frame. The bracket did the job, and has eliminated the clunking sensation on the descents.

This is of course a disappointing experience to have on a bike costing over $12K. Having to spoken to other Trek dealers, it appears that we’re not the only ones to have encountered this issue, which leaves us wondering why bikes are being sold without the bracket in the first place.

Even after the fix, the Rail hasn’t been totally quiet. The Bosch motor exhibits the usual clacking noise on the descents, though we found it pretty easy to ignore after the first few rides. One of the Mino Link bolts and the main pivot came loose partway through testing, which required some fresh Loctite and a torque wrench to keep them snug. The rear thru-axle has also come loose on two occasions, so we’d recommend checking it regularly to make sure it remains nice and tight.

It can be a bit of a tank

While the Trek Rail is a mostly well-balanced bike, it has to be said that riding across flatter and more mellow terrain is not its raison d’etre. Its long wheelbase and overall heft can make it a handful on tight and flat turns, which require some muscling to negotiate.

The short chainstays mean it isn’t a total barge, but compared to the previous version it does require a more forward-biased riding position. This sees it rewarding a more active and assertive rider, especially when you’re threading the front wheel through twistier singletrack.

For smaller folks and those who are newer to the sport however, the Rail can feel like a bit of a tank. If you’re looking for a less brutish riding experience, you might want to consider the lighter and lower-powered Fuel EXe or perhaps even an alloy Rail that features less stretched-out geometry.

Now while it is a lot of bike to manage, we should point out that for a full-powered e-MTB with dual 29in wheels, the Rail is arguably one of the best-handling bikes in its category. It’s certainly far more fun and involving to ride than the Scott Patron , despite being more capable overall.

It is less agile than the Specialized Levo however, which shares the same amount of travel but packages it into a dedicated mullet platform with a 27.5in rear wheel. Of course it is possible to fit a 27.5in wheel to the back of the Rail, which would be a great option for riders looking for a more playful character and a little extra tyre-to-arse clearance. If you do decide to go down that route, you can take your Rail into a Trek dealer to have the Bosch system reconfigured for the smaller wheel circumference, which will maintain the proper speed reading and motor output.

It’s worth noting that even with the Mino Link in the High position, a mullet setup would result in a lower BB. With that in mind, it may be worth considering fitting a 170mm airshaft to the Zeb, since the Rail’s frame is rated for it. This would lift the ride height and slacken out the head angle further, turning the Rail into a more gravity-focussed machine.

Component highs & lows

When it comes to the price to performance ratio, there’s no doubt that the Trek Rail 9.8 XT hits the sweet spot in the range.

The suspension is top-notch and offers plenty of usable adjustability. The Zeb’s Charger 2.1 RC damper is excellent, and really doesn’t give up a whole lot compared to the pricier Ultimate version. The Thru Shaft shock is brilliant, and it’s a big reason why the Rail is so plush and controlled.

The Shimano XT groupset is solid, and we’re glad to see a genuine Shimano 12-speed chain when other brands have been skimping and fitting a KMC chain instead. Unfortunately a freak encounter with a rock that got jammed in the chainring caused the chain to break while Justin was partway through a Stonefly mission. A spare link rescued the day, though once back in the workshop we had to replace both the chain and chainring. It was a timely reminder that stuff gets absolutely hammered on an e-MTB, and having a fancy XTR or AXS drivetrain might not be the most practical approach.

We did bleed the brakes partway through testing, as the rear was feeling slightly spongey. Thankfully it’s a quick and easy process to do with Shimano brakes, and we didn’t need to touch them for the remainder of the test period. While heavier riders will benefit from fitting a 220mm rotor up front, we found the stock setup to be plenty powerful.

Given the bush-bashing you can do aboard the Rail, we’ve been happy to have alloy crank arms and rims. Bontrager’s Line Comp wheels have been absolutely solid throughout testing, with no loose spokes, rim dings or freehub pops to speak of.

We’ve also managed to come out the other side with zero punctures or sidewall tears, which is quite frankly, amazing. The stock tyres will perform well in most Australian conditions, though if this were our bike, we’d put the SE6 on the rear to increase climbing grip and cornering traction on loose surfaces. We’d then fit a stickier compound tyre up front, like a Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip, a Specialized Butcher T9 or a Continental Argotal Super Soft DH tyre.

As far as touch points go, the LED controller is functional, but the way it sits up above the bar makes it somewhat vulnerable in the event of a crash. The Kiox 300 display is nicely tucked out of the way though, with a vibrant screen that provides you with access to loads of data without being too distracting for the rider. Still, we’re glad to see Trek update the Rail for 2023 with the newer System Controller and Mini Remote for a more discreet user interface.

What about the alloy Rail?

If you didn’t quite have the budget to stretch to the Rail 9.8 XT, the alloy Rail 9 is definitely worth consideration. It features the same suspension package, wheels and tyres, and it still gets a Bosch Performance Line CX motor. It’s equipped with a smaller 625Wh battery though, and it uses the slightly older generation frame with a shorter reach and slacker seat angle. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, as we found it to be a slightly more agile bike due to the shorter wheelbase, which will potentially be preferable for less experienced riders.

Trek Rail vs Norco Sight VLT

Speaking of comparisons, a bike that we’ve spent a load of time on is the Norco Sight VLT , which is another thoroughly popular e-MTB in Australia.

Like the Rail, the Sight VLT features 160/150mm of travel and is built around 29in wheels. It’s also available with an alloy or carbon frame, though Norco has equipped it with a Shimano EP8 motor and a custom battery that’s available in 500, 720 and 900Wh sizes.

The spec you get for the money is notably better with the Sight VLT. With a 720Wh battery, the top-end Norco Sight VLT C1 sells for $12,899 AUD. That’s a similar price to the Rail 9.8 XT, but the Norco’s spec is significantly more desirable with Fox Factory Series suspension, SRAM Code RSC brakes, a OneUp dropper, DT Swiss wheelset and Maxxis DoubleDown tyres as standard with a 3C MaxxGrip Assegai on the front.

Spec aside, these two bikes do produce quite a different ride experience on the trail.

The Sight VLT feels like a bigger, heavier and less refined e-MTB. This sensation was accentuated on the bike we tested, which came fitted with a 900Wh battery that weighs half a kilo more than the Rail’s 750Wh battery. However, it’s really the Sight VLT’s longer rear centre (462mm vs 448mm) that makes the biggest difference in terms of handling.

The longer wheelbase does make the Sight VLT incredibly stable, and we found it would happily plough its way downhill with a plush and bottomless feel to its rear suspension. However, it’s not as responsive as the Rail. It’s noticeably harder to change direction, with a cumbersome feel through the corners and across tighter trails. It’s also much more difficult to lift up the front wheel when launching off a drop or manualling down the trail.

The long chainstays and steep seat tube angle makes the Sight VLT a very planted bike on the climbs. Unfortunately the Shimano EP8 motor doesn’t produce the same power or overrun as the Rail’s excellent Bosch motor, resulting in slower climbing speeds and less assistance on technical stop-start features. The Rail pulls further ahead on tight switchback climbs, with its shorter chainstays allowing it to pivot around with more precision.

While both bikes are great examples of a modern full-powered e-MTB, the Rail edges out the Sight VLT when it comes to suspension performance and all-round handling. Whether it’s worth the price premium depends on how much value you place on its ride quality, Bosch system and Trek’s warranty support.

Trek Rail vs Trek Fuel EXe

Of course the competition for the Trek Rail isn’t just coming from other brands. With the recent introduction of the Fuel EXe , Trek now has an alternative choice in its e-MTB lineup.

Compared to the Rail with its 85Nm motor and 750Wh battery, the Fuel EXe takes a sleeker and lighter-weight approach. It’s built around a tiny TQ motor that puts out 50Nm of peak torque, and it uses a much smaller 360Wh battery. Along with its slimmer frame construction, it weighs in at just 18kg for the complete bike.

The Fuel EXe does have less travel with a 150mm fork and 140mm at the rear. However, the frame will accommodate a 160mm travel fork, which is exactly how we set it up for our long-term Fuel EXe review . Along with stickier tyres and a few other changes, the Fuel EXe is an incredibly capable and fun e-MTB to ride.

Comparing the two bikes, it’s obvious that the Fuel EXe’s suspension isn’t as plush as it is on the Rail. The extra 10mm of travel and the custom Thru Shaft shock gives the Rail hypersensitive performance that delivers more grip and more comfort when things get choppy. Along with the slacker geometry and added weight, it’s a more planted bike at speed, especially when full-gassing it on hectic DH trails.

When things get tight and twisty however, the lighter Fuel EXe offers greater agility. It’s easier to ride, with more intuitive and involving handling that doesn’t make you feel like you’re an unwilling passenger. The lower weight is instantly noticeable on the trail, allowing you to change direction with less effort. It’s just also easier to deal with on a practical day-to-day basis, like when you need to flip it over to repair a puncture or load it onto a bike rack on the car. Combined with its softer and whisper-quiet motor output, it’s a less intimidating bike for newer riders.

The Fuel EXe is no doubt the better option if you’re riding in a group with regular mountain bikes. It’s quiet and stealthy, so it’s less out of place. And with the motor set to the lower assist modes, you’ll be riding at similar speeds to everyone else.

If everyone in your riding group has a full-powered e-MTB however, you’ll be putting in considerably more effort with the Fuel EXe. You’ll need to make use of the highest assist setting, which tends to drain the 360Wh battery quite quickly.

Speaking of, we actually had both the Fuel EXe and the Rail during a big backcountry ride around Mt Buller. On the final climb back to the village, the Fuel EXe’s battery ran flat, while the Rail finished with 50% left in the tank. Put simply, the Rail offers you more capacity for long rides with plenty of elevation gain. That makes it the better option if epic rides in the mountains are on the agenda, particularly if you’re going to be riding with other e-MTBs.

Flow’s Verdict

The latest generation Trek Rail continues to be one of the best handling full-powered e-MTBs we’ve tested.

The cornerstone is its terrific suspension performance, which offers excellent small-bump sensitivity and grip with a responsive feel all the way throughout the travel. Indeed the way it manages to balance big-hit compliance while still giving good pop is mighty impressive. Along with its stout chassis, long wheelbase and burly build kit, the Rail is capable of monster trucking its way down some pretty gnarly descents.

It isn’t a total barge on flowier singletrack however, which is largely down to its taut carbon frame, responsive suspension and short chainstays. Certainly for a 24kg e-MTB, it’s one of the more intuitive and fun bikes to ride.

It’s a mighty fine technical climber too. The powerful Bosch motor is responsive and intuitive, while the 750Wh battery offers loads of range for proper all-day rides in the mountains.

We reckon it would benefit a steeper seat angle, and given how many frame sizes Trek offers in its regular mountain bike range, it’d be great to see the Rail produced in a similar range of sizes. And while the majority of the build kit on the Rail 9.8 XT proven to be solid, we were disappointed to encounter a glaring problem with the battery on our test bike. This is an expensive bike after all, so we have high expectations.

Once that issue was sorted, the Rail has proven to be a solid performer that we’ve thoroughly enjoyed on some epic rides over the summer season.

We wouldn’t necessarily recommend it for smaller riders or those who are newer to mountain biking, as its overall heft and raked-out wheelbase can make it a handful on more mellow terrain. Those riders will likely be better served by the lighter Fuel EXe, or perhaps even an alloy Rail with its slightly more moderate geometry.

But if you’re after a powerful and highly capable e-MTB that thrives on enduro-type trails, the Rail delivers control and composure in spades, especially when things get steep, fast and chunky.

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Trek Rail 7 E-MTB on test: Great frame with huge potential
Test: The Trek Rail 7 is a lot of fun with a very high-quality and well-balanced frame. Clever battery integration, great geometry, convincing drive - the Americans really did everything right in this respect. The equipment is also largely convincing, although it somewhat limits the great potential of the frame.
Trek Rail 7 2022 Review
29". Weight: 24 kg. The Rail 7 is a classic e-mountain bike without technical gimmicks. Trek's motto is clear: sit on it, ride it, have fun! The Performance Line CX from Bosch shows impressively that they shouldn't be limited to DIY and household products. Even steep uphills the Bosch motor easily climbs up well.
TESTED: 2022 Trek Rail 7 e-bike
There's a significant difference in the pricing of the Smart System versus non-Smart System models with the Trek Rail 9.9 XTR (Smart System) selling for $15,999 and the Trek Rail 9.8 XT (Smart System) coming in at $12,499. Conversely, the Trekl Rail 9 is $10,999 and the Trek Rail 7 on test here is $9499. So, at $1500 from its nearest alloy ...
Is Trek Rail 7 Worth Buying? [Trek Rail 7 Review]
The Trek Rail 7 bike is uniquely suited for intense steep descending terrain. It has the same high-end trail technology, upgraded forks, drivetrain, battery, and more that make mountain adventures so much fun. Located in South Fulton County in the City of Chattahoochee Hills, Dirty Sheets is surrounded by the famous Silk Sheets Road bike path ...
2022 Trek Rail 7 E-Bike Ride & Review
Test riding the brand new 2022 Trek Rail 7 E-Bike. I had a blast on this e-bike! Incredibly capable for anything you throw at it. Watch the video for more sp...
2023 TREK RAIL 7 Electric Full Suspension Mountain Bike
Lloyd was one of the first bike shop owners to start concentrating on electric bikes. As a long time Trek dealer, he knows that Trek's engineering and attent...
Trek Rail 7 EU in review
At 23.4 kg (size L), the Trek Rail 7 is one of the lightest bikes on test despite its large 29" wheels and 160/150 mm travel. Controlling the travel is a RockShox Yari RC fork and a Deluxe Select+ shock. The entry-level Shimano MT-520 four-piston brakes perform well paired with 200 mm rotors front and rear.
2020 TREK RAIL 7 REVIEW
The Rail 7 is an alloy bike that costs €5.499. It is the only model in the line-up running the 12-speed Shimano drivetrain, shifter is SLX and derailleur is XT. It shifts very well, even under load. But it needs to be finely tuned to be smooth, and I adjust the wire tension surprisingly often.
2022 Trek Rail 7 E Bike Review
Today Scott shows you his 2022 Trek Rail 7 E Bike Review. If you would like to purchase one of these go to our websiteTREK VICTORIA PRO CITYhttps://instagra...
2023 Trek Rail 7 Gen 2
Trek Rail 9.7 electric mountain bike review - MBR. ... but it wasn't the smoothest or most supple fork on test. In that respect there was a symbiosis between the Trek's front and rear suspension, even if it wasn't quite the fairytale relationship we'd hoped for. Components Trek proffers two brake specs on the Rail 9.7 - Shimano Deore ...
2022 Trek Rail 7
The 2022 Trek Rail 7 is a E-Mountain and Enduro Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at $6,600 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including SM (high, low), MD (high, low), LG (high, low), XL (high, low), has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Trek 's Rail range of mountain bikes.
Trek Rail 7 2022 im Test
Modelljahr: 2022. Laufradgröße: 29". Gewicht: 24 kg. Das Rail 7 ist ein klassisches E-Mountainbike ohne technische Spielereien. Die Devise, die Trek damit verfolgt ist klar: drauf sitzen, losfahren, Spaß haben! Unterstützt wird man beim Rail 7 von einem Bosch Performance Line CX Motor, der seine Energie aus einem 625-Wh-Akku entnimmt.
Rail 7 Gen 2
Rail 7 Gen 2. 65 Reviews / Write a Review. $4,999.99 $6,649.99. Model 5258957. Retailer prices may vary. Rail 7 is a long-travel electric mountain bike built for ripping the big stuff. It features the same high-end trail tech as our analog trail bikes, an upgraded fork, drivetrain, battery, and more, plus a powerful Bosch drive system that's ...
Trek Rail 9.7 Review
The Rail is a longer travel electric mountain bike made by the cycling industry giant, Trek. The 9.7 is the least expensive carbon-framed model in the line, and it comes with a budget-minded but functional build. We'd heard great things about the Rail's performance, so we purchased one to test and compare against our favorite models. We were most impressed by its distance range, and this ...
2021 Trek Rail 7
Specs, reviews & prices for the 2021 Trek Rail 7. Compare forks, shocks, wheels and other components on current and past MTBs. View and share reviews, comments and questions on mountain bikes. Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such as Trek, Specialized, Giant, Santa Cruz, Norco and more.
Rail 7
Rail 7. Model 1042162. Retailer prices may vary. Rail 7 is a long-travel electric mountain bike built for ripping the big stuff. It features the same high-end trail tech as our analog trail bikes, an upgraded fork, drivetrain, battery, and more, plus a powerful new Bosch drive system that's basically like having your own shuttle. Compare.
Trek Rail 7 EU im Test
Mit 23,4 kg (Größe L) gehört das Trek Rail 7 trotz großer 29"-Laufräder und 160/150 mm Federweg zu den leichtesten Bikes im Test. Eine RockShox Yari RC-Federgabel und ein Deluxe Select+ stellen den Federweg zur Verfügung. Gebremst wird mit der günstigen, aber soliden Shimano MT-520-Vierkolbenbremse mit 200-mm-Scheiben vorne wie hinten.
2022 Trek Rail 7 Electric Full Suspension Mounting Bike ...
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Rail 7 Gen 3
Rail 7 Gen 3. 65 Reviews / Write a Review. $5,649.99 $6,649.99. Model 5275156. Retailer prices may vary. Rail 7 is a long-travel electric mountain bike built for ripping the big stuff. It features the same high-end trail tech as our analog trail bikes, an upgraded fork, drivetrain, battery, and more, plus a powerful Bosch drive system that's ...
Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 review
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Trek Rail Review
Without pedals and with the tyres setup tubeless, our Trek Rail 9.8 XT test bike came in at 23.94kg. That's a little heavier than claimed, though it's a reasonable figure for a big travel e-MTB with a 750Wh battery. ... While the Trek Rail is a mostly well-balanced bike, it has to be said that riding across flatter and more mellow terrain ...
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SEPTA terminated a contract to buy double-decker train cars for regional rail riders. The agency pulled out after spending more than $50 million. Coast Guard, Navy rescue 3 stranded men after ...
Rail 7 Gen 2
Rail 7 Gen 2. 62 Reviews / Write a Review. $7,199.99 $8,849.99. Model 5258965. Retailer prices may vary. Rail 7 is a long-travel electric mountain bike built for ripping the big stuff. It features the same high-end trail tech as our analog trail bikes, an upgraded fork, drivetrain, battery, and more, plus a powerful Bosch drive system that's ...
TREK Rail 7 im Test: HIGH-END POTENZIAL
Das Trek Rail 7 macht mit einem sehr hochwertigen und ausbalancierten Rahmen eine Menge Freude. Clevere Akkuintegration, tolle Geometrie, überzeugender Antri...

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