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2021 Trek Fuel EX 8 GX Feature Review & Weight
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ส.ค. 2024
- The Trek Fuel EX is a very capable all-around Trail BIke. Having ridden one for over a year now, I really like it. Well for 2021 the Fuel EX 8 GX is the bike to buy. It has all the things you need and nothing you don't. Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!!
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I just bought mine and it’s my first MTB, I use to race BMX and I can’t believe I waisted my time lol I am super stoked about this bike and waiting to get off work to hit the trails.
these videos always make lunch way better 🤝
Glad to be of service
Just ordered the exact same bike today! Super stoked, thanks to your detailed video 🤟🏼🤙🏼
Awesome, enjoy it!
Just got mine after 4 months. Got the Shimano XT version. I love it.
Was looking for this bike for months... found it, but not ordered yet. And there was your video.... bought 5 minutes later :)
Sick, enjoy the bike!
This color sure looks a lot different in your video than it does on the website. It looks a lot more blue in your video.
I have this bike in the red/black and it is great so far. Aside from a number of creaks that set in after the first few rides (seat, suspension pivots and haedset) i have no issues. All creaks were easily solved by disassembling and re-greasing (very minimal grease from factory it seems on mine at least). This is my first 29er bike coming off of an older 26" FS bike and there is no comparison. I am very happy with it and very lucky to have found one still available here in Ontario. Hopefully supply is catching up elsewhere but around here bike shops are pretty empty still. Also I noticed this bike received a $400 price increase over the winter in Canada. Possible as a result of the supply crunch? Maybe?
I upgraded the hub to 108 engagement and it is very nice. It is a bit on the noisy side after the upgrade though I must admit, but that is more of a personal preference thing.
Awesome video. I'm looking at bikes, and you explained very well the features of this one. 👌
Glad I could make the video for you!
Thanks for the excellent and educational review, nice work covering the entire bike. I have the XT on order...
Hi James, I was so impressed with your review on the 2021 Trek Fuel GX, I looked on Facebook market place, luckily I found one,where the guy was looking to sell his, and get a rd bike.
I had a Bianchi infinito from 2014, I was selling, we did a straight swap.
I'm absolutely over the moon with my new steed, it's exactly like the one you reviewed. It's all down to you. Thank you so much. I'm subscribed, and watch ALL your videos. Thanks again. Andy. 👍
Thanks for the video... Wish I had the money to drop on one of these. .
I liked the look (of the red/black one) so much, my own one's hanging in my garage as I type this!
Nice!
The fuel modems ride awesome
I just got the red one, thanks for this great video! It seems just amazing, now I understand the build thanks to you.
I have 2020 ex8 pretty much the same bike and it's a great trail bike straight out of the box!! No need to change anything just ride it😁
Cheers and happy riding!
watch last end video several times, did he say need to put different blade to make wheel strong for new Fuel Ex 8? i am pick up one tomorrow from shop, would be appreciate if someone can tell me about it
Did he just say "Shimano guys?" Hahaha! I guess that tickled my toes!
I consider myself, apparently, a 'Shimano guy.' I haven't used a bike with SRAM components as it's not ubiquitous here (i.e., where I'm located in the Philippines). So I have any words to say about SRAM.
As per my experience, I have not had any huge problems with my bikes (e.g., Japanese bike, hardtail XC-trail MTB) with Shimano components. Just make sure that it's properly maintained so it will always work properly & smoothly.
My first full suspension - 2009 Trek Fuel EX 8, Root Beer/White
Sick, I remember that bike!
The knock block is to protect the frame in case of a crash. Nice video ...nice bike too !!
Yep Yep!
Great review, as usual. Well done.
Great looking bike. Though, that seat tube looks really akward.
I want to buy it in Korea but if I order it now, I can get it next year on Oct.........zzz
Something wrong or Covid19 is bad...
Could you sale it me directly or not allowed by maker?
I ordered the same one but in a medium it’s supposed to be here in 3 weeks
Sick, have fun when it arrives.
The Trek Fuel has a great history. Quite the bike 👍
Indeed!
Seat angle won't be 68. That may be the actual angle, but the effective angle is what you are really looking for. Probably around 75.
I"m 6'6" and would need the xxl frame, how does the larger frame size effect geometry? I ride an xl Norco now that"s 10 years old. Always felt a little cramped in the cockpit. Very few bikes are available in the xxl so curious about this one.
I’m 192cm tall with a 90cm leg. I have the XL and it doesn’t feel cramped.
Thanks for the information
I have a 21 fuel EX 7 and am wondering what is next... same again, up to an 8, up to a 9. something or ....??
Are you sure the weight is correct?? Double check your hand held device to make sure it is calibrated correctly.......
Am I a officer in traffic court?
@@JamesthebikeguyJust saying mine is heavier than what your handheld shows.....
is that enduro best aluminium bike
I have the red XT but I’m currently replacing bb and will be stripping the bike apart because the thing creaks so much and I haven’t even used it much.
Main suspension pivot. I've got a how to video here: th-cam.com/video/JZTtCDeZfg8/w-d-xo.html
@@Jamesthebikeguy hell Yh, it’s a great video dude
This bike looks blue in your video but more teal in all of Treks stock pics. Is this like a special edition or something?
Deff teal, but dark
wow this is awesome bike I've ever seen..2021 Trek ex 8 ♥️
It sure is!
It’s a 2.4 on the rear
Good call out.
I just ordererd this bike as a beginner, can i do bike parks with this without problems?
Yeah, have fun and ride hard
Now time to question what's a better all rounder, a Trance 29 or a fuel ex
Tough choice between the two.
Do you recommend for a heavy riders? I had a hardtail for 10y and im thinking of getting this one.
How heavy? It should be fine. You can pump up the shocks to help deal with the weight. I'm 220lb and I can make it much stiffer if I wanted to (have tested it).
@@stevetdesigns About 250lb, I know it's heavy and (I'm in the process to loose weight).
And the sag on the suspension?
@@FireX300 that's not much heavier than myself. You'll definitely be fine, just grab a shock pump so you can adjust it to your comfort level. I don't think you'll have any problems at all.
@@stevetdesigns thanks for the tips!
You'll be just fine, I'm around 280 and have no issues with this bike! It is awesome!
Maybe somone could help me out .... I just bought the XT version because I could't find a "CUBE STEREO 150".
After a couple of weeks after I ordered the FUEL, the CUBE is available again. I ask myself if there is any reason to keep the FUEL EX? It costs 500 € more than the CUBE. It has just FOX rythm and this strange FOX RE:aktiv thing, which dies after some months. It has less suspension travel and weights more. And it seems, that the wheels are super weak. So why the hell should some buy the FUEL EX?
Are you just looking for permission to return a great bike you already purchased?
I would rather have a trek than a cube :)
@@Jamesthebikeguy well, yes... Kind of, because maybe I'm missing something. Maybe there is a very experienced guy who can tell that I'm wrong and tells me that the Trek has a reason to be more expensive. If so I would be happy and would keep it.
@@michaelmarcic9636 I mean trek has a bigger and more successful brand name than cube so they can charge more. Take a look at how successful trek bikes have been in cross country races and especially the Tour de France. You don’t really see a pro rider winning on a cube... I’m not sure why but that’s how it’s been.
Also for example pinarello, they have proven to people that their bikes are some of the best and can win major races. People are willing to pay the price tag if they know Chris Froome has won 4 tour de Frances on one.
Iam 6’2 tall a large fit me well
I'm a hardtial guy but that look good. I wouldn't pass on it if you shipped it to me 😜
The wheel base is too long...typical full suspension bikes.
Does anyone feel comfortable with the Arvada saddle?
Eh..
Hey James, i do wish you would ride the bikes after all the talking about specs, riding impressions are kinda more important in terms of "does this bike work well?" Cheers
I wish so too, but that really isnt reality. This isn't supported by anyone other than my LBS who allows me to check these bikes out. Past that especially in Pandemic times almost every bike I check out is sold before I video it, certainty not going to ride someone else' bike. Furthermore sizing is always a question this was a XXL and I ride a Medium, what kind of impressions will that provide? Finally you do see plenty of ride reviews when allows. Recently did one on a KBO bike that was sent to me. Because it wasn't pre-owned or needed to be sold as new on a showroom I did many miles on it to form a riding impression and footage in the video.
GCN, MTBR, PinkBike, Bike Radar are all the best places to get the content you are looking for. Over here on a humble "feature review" channel you get this...
@@Jamesthebikeguy thanks James, I figured that might be the case, nice work
How is the sizing of these bikes? I am 1.94 m, do i need a XL or XXL?
XXL
@@Jamesthebikeguy OK, how tall are you if i may ask?
What is the maximum wide tyres?
Can you fit 3.8"?
2.6" max tire size.
Thanks!
Is the rear cable at derailleur looking funky?
Not to me, what are you seeing?
@@Jamesthebikeguy just the way the cable curls around out of the chain stay. It caught my eye in the video, probably nothing. @ 5:25
What’s the small switch thing on the bottom on the frame
I'm not sure what you're seeing. What's the time stamp?
@@Jamesthebikeguy I’ve got the 2021 version and there’s like a hole which looks like something and I don’t know what it is
I have one
Awesome, enjoy it!
How tall are you ? I'm 6ft5 300lbs im thinking the xxl
That should fit you well!
I hate that knock block thng
Why?
These bikes are on sale at the moment, new model coming!!
On sale, where?
@@Jamesthebikeguy Australia, $3999 down from $5299 aud
$4k for an aluminum?
Not 4k, at least in my country.
Great bike. Factory tires are worthless.
The factory Bontrager XR4 is a really solid trail tire. Tons of people run them by choice
@@Jamesthebikeguy Agreed. I didn't like the 2.6s, tho. I switched to 2.4 XR4s and loved them. Riding in the NE with roots, rocks and not a flow trail in sight.
The seat tube is too high very ugly and unsafe, it will smash your balls and will break your saddle
Overpriced pos by trek
To each their own.
Overpriced it ain't. Find another full SRAM GX bike for this kind of price. If you're not a Trek guy, fine, but I couldn't find a better build for the price. I have a 2020 EX8. I've done some upgrades, but the factory setup is great.
@@alankaye4382 for 4 k i can buy full carbon frame with carbon rim bike . It is overpriced as trek other bikes
@@shaymtbrider7244 Do tell! Post the links and specs, please. I'd love to hear your opinion of Santa Cruz bikes.