This is suitable for you if...
You're looking for a lively trail bike that will give you the feel of a traditional mountain bike on fast, technical terrain, but with the advantage of pedal assistance for climbing. You pay attention to your bike's equipment, and you love the Shimano XT drivetrain and improved suspension that let you glide over the trails with ease. You don't want to lose the natural feel of mountain biking and you're looking for a refined electric motor that will discreetly assist you during your rides.
Proposed technologies
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with an easy-to-remove 360 Wh battery and a pin-ring harmonic reduction drivetrain, a smart charging port, an integrated LED display, and a discreet handlebar remote. Plus, a 150 mm travel RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork with a DebonAir spring and Charger 2.1 RC shock and a 140 mm travel RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear suspension. Plus, the reliable, precise shifting of the Shimano XT drivetrain.
The last word
The Fuel EXe 9.8 is a refined trail bike that offers just the right amount of support for those leg-burning climbs you have to climb before you can enjoy technical or flowing downhill trails again. It's packed with future-proof tech, like the space-age TQ drivetrain and Shimano XT wireless transmission that maintains a minimalist cockpit. And finally, the carbon wheels and upgraded RockShox suspension package keep you floating on the trail, even when things get tricky.