Fuel EX 5 Gen 6 Galactic Grey/DarkStar
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Detail Information
The Fuel EX 5 is a full-suspension trail bike that's ready to handle it all. With 150 mm front and 140 mm rear trail-taming suspension, a Shimano 1x12 drivetrain, a dropper post for getting low on descents and hydraulic disc brakes, the Fuel EX 5 hits the mark as a high-value, high-performance mountain bike with exceptional versatility.
It's right for you if...
You're ready to go full suspension, and you want a versatile trail bike at a great value. You want a ride that's sure-footed, capable and responsive, so you can stay in control no matter where you're riding.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminium frame with progressive trail geometry. A 150 mm RockShox Recon Silver fork with Solo Air spring and motion control damper (140 mm on XS and S), 140 mm of rear travel with an X-Fusion Pro 2 shock, a durable 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain, dropper post and hydraulic disc brakes.
The final word
You get full suspension performance without the sticker shock. The Fuel EX 5 has the same frame tech and features as its pricier partners, with parts chosen to keep the price tag low and stoke level high.
Why you'll love it
- The Fuel EX Gen 6 gives you 140/150 mm of travel and slack, adjustable geometry for an extra capable ride, plus, in-frame storage on all models – even alloy
- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels
- The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descents
- The RockShox fork's Solo Air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and it's lighter than a coil spring
- Its tubeless-ready wheels and tyres will boost traction and help to reduce flat tyres on the ride
*Please note – spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, 34.9 mm seat tube, ISCG 05, 55 mm chain line, BSA 73, downtube guard, shuttle guard, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 140 mm travel |
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| *Fork | Size: XS , S RockShox Recon Silver, Solo Air spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 46 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 140 mm travel |
| Size: XS , S RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 46 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 140 mm travel |
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| Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL RockShox Recon Silver, Solo Air spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 150 mm travel |
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| Size: M , ML , L , XL RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 150 mm travel |
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| Shock | X-Fusion Pro 2, 2-position damper, 185 mm x 55 mm |
| Max compatible fork travel | 160 mm |
| Hub front | Bontrager alloy, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru-axle |
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| Hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Rim | Bontrager Line TLR 30, Tubeless-Ready, 32-hole, Presta valve |
| *Tyre | Size: XS , S Bontrager Gunnison Elite XR, Tubeless Ready, wire bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.40" |
| Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Gunnison Elite XR, Tubeless Ready, wire bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.40" |
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| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tyre size | Frame: 29x2.50" (XS & S: 27.5x2.50"), Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100, long cage |
| Crank | Shimano MT512, 30T ring, 55 mm chain line, 170 mm length |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T |
| *Saddle | Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
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| Size: XS , S , M , ML , L , XL Bontrager Verse Short, stainless steel rails |
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| *Seatpost | Size: XS , S TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 346 mm length |
| Size: M , ML TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 454 mm length |
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| Size: L , XL , XXL TranzX JD-YSI-22PLQ, 170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm, 497 mm length |
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| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem | Size: XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, 35 mm length |
| Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length |
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| Head set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| Brake | Shimano hydraulic disc, MT201 lever, MT200 calliper |
| Brake rotor | Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 180 mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes – Frame: 203 mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer |
| Bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
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| Weight | M - 15.80 kg/34.84 lb |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
We reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colours, materials and pricing. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice.
Bike and frame weights are based on pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.