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I am looking to replace the torque bolts on my 2010 9.8 trek top fuel frame. The bearings have been replace by my shop 3 years ago and are working fine, but the bolts seem so soft and they are a little buggered up. My shop can order OEM bolts from Trek for me but I was wondering if there are any other aftermarket bolts that I could use that might hold up better than the ones from Trek? thanks  

AFAIK, you're stuck with OEM. Careful use of proper tools will prevent/minimize damage to the fastener heads.  

Not sure if that's true. I am an experienced wrench and know how to spin a ratchet. The pivot bolts on my 2015 EX8 are so soft they grabbed the allen keys and had to be wiggled off. Of these, one or two had the corners turned. I'm not rough with things and made sure the hex was bottomed out in the recess and I guided the ratchet head. These bolts are just plain soft. If the OP is looking for replacements, some time spent at probolt-usa.com will get him there. They used to sell a Trek replacement kit in Ti, and I think they have some on clearance, but I'm not sure of the exact fitment.  

Yeah I was afraid that was the answer.  

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Pivot Bearing Kit - Trek Top Fuel

By Rudi Pollard June 4, 2021 in Technical Q&A

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I am looking for pivot bearings for my 2017 Trek Top Fuel 9.8. From my google search it looks like I need the following bearings:

2x 17286 MAX 4x 6800 MAX 4x 3801 MAX/ H8 double width

Where will I be able to source them at a decent price?

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Rudi, prepare yourself as Trek bearings are extremely expensive. Problem no1 is that you can only get Trek components from Trek dealers and no other bike shop. Many of Trek bearings are unique and although they carry the same code they sometimes differ as the inner race is wider than normal. I have paid up to R350 per bearing. Arch Cycles should be able to help you.

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50 minutes ago, Rudi Pollard said: I am looking for pivot bearings for my 2017 Trek Top Fuel 9.8. From my google search it looks like I need the following bearings: 2x 17286 MAX R110 each (no stock) 4x 6800 MAX R75 each (available) 4x 3801 MAX/ H8 double width R145 each (available) Where will I be able to source them at a decent price?

Hope this can help you

Dexter-morgan

I think I have 2 - 6800 NTN bearings at home, you can have them if you want to collect from Boskburg. BMG website lists them for R53

I will confirm this afternoon when I get home.

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Trek Top Fuel 9.8

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Weight / M - 11.80 kg / 26.02 lbs (with TLR sealant no tubes)

At a glance

Top Fuel 9.8 is a high-performance full suspension mountain bike for endurance racers and riders who don’t settle for one style of riding. It combines the best qualities of XC and trail bikes for an unbelievably fun, efficient, and capable rig. It’s fast on flow, shreds big singletrack, and conquers endurance events. The 9.8 is built with an OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and across-the-board parts upgrades, including a 120mm Fox Performance 34 Step-Cast fork, SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain, and carbon wheels and bars.

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"Racing blood, trail spirit"

"It's devilishly quick, accelerates in a way that makes it seem like my legs actually produce real power. It's stable, planted, and it tracks like it's supposed to. Endurance athletes will be able to remain seated over more terrain, saving precious energy over the long haul, while XC pinners will hook up better on steep technical climbs."

"Super light and fast as hell"

"The new Top Fuel might not be a pure XC-race bike anymore, but it's still precise and very fast. Its new trail orientation makes it a great choice for a rider who wants a fast and light bike with most of the the efficiency of a cross-country race bike, but with bit more versatility and playfulness."

"A little more travel, a lot more aggressive"

"Top Fuel is damn efficient heading up, but when you hit a downhill the bike rides much more like a lightweight trail bike than a purebred XC race machine, and has no hesitation getting a little rowdy if you're willing to let it."

Specifications

• Fork Fox Performance 34 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, TwistLoc remote, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 120mm travel
• Shock Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Fox Performance Float, 2-position DPS damper, TwistLoc remote, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 190x45mm Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Fox Performance Float, 2-position DPS damper, Bontrager DropLock remote, 190x45mm
• Chain SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
• Crank Size: S Truvativ Descendant 7k Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost, 170mm length Size: M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Truvativ Descendant 7k Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost, 175mm length
• Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
• Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle
• Shifters SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
• Brakeset Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano SLX M7100 hydraulic disc Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180mm Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Shimano SLX M7000 hydraulic disc, 180mm front rotor, 160mm rear rotor Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 160mm
• Handlebar Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Bontrager Kovee Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
• Seatpost Size: S Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 340mm length Size: M, M/L Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 150mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 440mm length
• Stem Size: S, M, M/L Size: M, L, XL, XXL
• Headset Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom

Q: How much is a 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8?

A 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 is typically priced around $6,000 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8?

The 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 may be purchased directly from Trek .

Q: How much does a 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 weigh?

A 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 weights M - 11.80 kg / 26.02 lbs (with TLR sealant no tubes).

Q: What size 2020 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 should I get?

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Bearing Puller Kit for Trek Bikes

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Bearing puller tool kit for Trek MTB frame pivots - Fuel, Remedy, Slash, Session, etc

Each kit is tailor made with all of the tool sizes required to remove the rear suspension pivot bearings from the selected frame (one, two, three or four tools depending on the frame)

Designed to extract the sealed cartridge bearings that are found on many brands of bicycle hub and full suspension MTB frames, this tool can even remove the small bearings, 'blind bearings' and back-to-back bearings that other tools can't

• Removes 'blind' and back to back bearings
• Each puller is engraved with it's size for easy identification
• Precision engineered from 303 stainless steel or 6082-T6 aluminium
• Designed & manufactured in the UK

The bearing puller tool is simple to use. As well as the puller you will need a pair of spanners (or one spanner and a set of pliers), a hammer and a rod/drift/old bolt

• Insert the circular end of the tool into the centre of the bearing. Grip the hexagonal body of the tool with a spanner or pliers and tighten the nut. This will expand the tool, gripping the bearing
• With the hub/frame supported on a bench or block of wood, the bearing and tool can be tapped out together by simply insert a rod/drift/old bolt into the other side of the bearing and tapping the end of the rod with a hammer

See our Manuals page to download the more detailed instruction sheets which come with our puller orders, now available in several languages.

Here's a quick demo of the tool's use on a hub:

See also our bearing presses, which are available in all of the same sizes and kits as our bearing pullers

Our   tools can be selected either by the bearing size or by the bearing's standard reference code. Standard references take the form of a three or four digit number, such as 688, or 6902 for example. These codes are often moulded onto the bearing's seal. You might see something like 6902-2RS on the seal. The first digits are the standard reference.  The second part (2RS in this case) refers to the seal type and doesn't matter for tool selection.

Alternatively, tools can be selected by their inside (ID) and outside (OD) diameters and width. Note that each tool is specific to one bearing size and can’t be used on bearings with different dimensions.

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Trek Top Fuel 9.8 XT

Top Fuel 9.8 is a full suspension carbon mountain bike for riders who don't settle. Not for parts nor for one style of riding. It combines a high-end component package with a low-weight carbon frame for one unbelievably fun rig that's fast on flow and fun to ride on techy singletrack. - Wider Line Elite 30 wheels provide better tire support so you can run lower pressure and get more traction - A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear - This bike’s killer suspension setup is both efficient and ready to party - New, removable Knock Block has a bigger steering angle to keep cables and hoses safe without sacrificing turning radius

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Trek Top Fuel 9.8 2020

About the Trek Top Fuel 9.8 2020

The Trek Top Fuel 9.8 2020 is a Full suspension Trail Mountain Bike with a carbon frame. Equipped with a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain of 12 gears (1x12). Its features include internal routing, dropper seatpost, and boost 110 . The bike weighs approximately 11,8 kg.

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2023 Trek Top Fuel 9.8 XT

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components. Compare the full range

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Jul 2023 · Alan Muldoon

Think Top Fuel, and the image of a XC race bike instantly springs to mind. But like a faded polaroid tucked into the corner for a dusty picture frame, it’s not an accurate representation of the current design. With the Fuel EX increasing in travel, the Top Fuel has been swept along in its backdraft and seen in high definition, it’s now a capable 29er trail bike with modern sizing and 120mm travel.  Trek offers the new Top Fuel in carbon and alloy options, where the Top Fuel 8 tested here is the high-end alloy build. Regardless of frame material all Top Fuels come with integrated downtube storage. And while the quick release hatch under the bottle cage isn’t big enough to cram a three course lunch into the frame, there’s enough space for a tube, multi-tool, a few snacks and a lightweight jacket.  Frame Trek always offers a comprehensive size range; and with frame options from S to XXL, with a tweener M/L option too, the Top Fuel 8 is no exception. It also has geometry adjustment, but rather than having Trek’s signature Mino Link on the seat stay pivot, the Top Fuel has a flip chip at the lower shock mount. In the low setting this gives a relatively tall 340mm BB height for a 120mm bike, which is probably the only carryover from its race-bike roots – designed to let you keep the cranks spinning, and the speed high at all times. Best down-country mountain-bike: short travel full-suspension The rest of the Top Fuel’s vital stats are on the money though, where a slack 65.6º head angle and steep 77.2º effective seat tube angle make it easy to hammer up the climbs and shred the descents.  It’s built solid too, the complete bike tipping the scales at 14.89kg. It also comes with a combined rider and bike weight limit of 136kg (300lb) so it’s clearly no wet noodle. Yes, it’s not the lightest for a 120mm bike, and not far off what you’d expect for a 150mm bike, but that’s the price you pay for integrated storage, as the alloy down tube needs reinforcing when you cut a hole in it. Thankfully, the Top Fuel 8 rides light, as there’s less travel to pull through to get the bike off the ground, so it offers a different ride experience to modern long-travel trail bikes which tend to have one eye on enduro racing.  Suspension There are no sag gradients on the 130mm travel RockShox Pike fork, which we assume is down to cost saving, but set-up is still really straightforward with a tape measure to hand. And while the Pike has a reputation for having a sporty, firmer tune, the basic RC version on the Trek felt smooth and composed in all situations. Yes, the RC damper has a very wide range of rebound adjustment, but there’s only a small range that’s actually usable, but it is enough to get the rebound just so; and that’s all …Continue reading »

Poppy, playful and efficient. Available in six frame sizes. Internal down tube storage. Mino Link flip chip allows geometry tweaks.

Needs a 180mm rear rotor. Accurate rear shock set up is crucial. A solid build so not the lightest in its class.

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Mar 2022 · Peter Walker

In our big 2022 downcountry group test, we pitted the Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XX1 AXS against 5 of the hottest bikes of the year. Read the full review to find out what it’s capable of and how it stacks up against the competition. Hit the link for the full review and a list with all other bikes in test.

Freedom of movement downhill

Firm and efficient rear suspension generates plenty of traction

Intuitive handling

Practical detail solutions and clean look

Very wide handlebars

Mar 2022 · Guy Kesteven

Trek’s Top Fuel delivers superlative short-travel suspension performance but it’s definitely a trail bike not an XC bike

Infectiously agile and playful vibe

Superlative suspension feel

Seriously tight tracking frame

Trail tough kit

Internal storage

Too heavy for XC racing

Simple fork damper

Tight internal storage access

Yawning gap between this and the Supercaliber

Shore Country? Dad Country? No no, this one is "fast trail"

Dec 2021 · Henry Quinney

For a bike that is so capable on the descents, though, the Top Fuel still packs a mighty punch when it comes to gaining elevation..

Great suspension performance

Frame storage

Strong climbing performance

Knockblock isn't as well executed as other brand's versions

Works well when pushing hard, but might not be the most comfortable for all

Oct 2021 · Ryan "Squirrel" LaBar

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Brilliant trail-ripping geometry

Active and supportive suspension

Masses of cornering grip & stability

Refined and practical frame design

Downtube storage is a welcome addition

Dropper post is sluggish

Wheels are solid but quite heavy

Carbon bars are harsh

Heavier than many of its competitors

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