Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3
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The "Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3" model from the "Trek" brand, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-mountain bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at 9,699 EUR, it is positioned in the premium segment and offers a wide range of advanced technical features. The bike’s frame is made from lightweight and robust OCLV Mountain Carbon, ensuring an excellent balance between stability and weight. Equipped with a RockShox ZEB Select+ suspension fork with 160 mm of travel and a RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT rear shock with 150 mm of travel, the Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 delivers excellent suspension performance that can handle even the most challenging trails.
The drivetrain features the powerful fourth-generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor, which offers maximum assistance of up to 340 per cent. The integrated Bosch PowerTube battery, with a capacity of 625 Wh, ensures an impressive range, meaning even longer rides can be tackled with ease. The Shimano XT M8100 12-speed groupset enables precise and reliable gear changes, whilst the Shimano XT M8120 hydraulic disc brakes deliver powerful and controlled braking performance.
The Bontrager Line Elite 30 Carbon wheels are not only lightweight but also extremely robust, contributing to the bike’s overall high performance. The Bontrager SE5 Team Issue tyres offer excellent grip and traction, which is particularly advantageous on technically demanding trails. The Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 is also fitted with an adjustable seatpost, allowing for an optimal riding position in various riding situations.
In summary, the Trek Rail 9.8 XT Gen 3 is a first-class e-mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. It is aimed at ambitious riders looking for a reliable and high-performance bike for challenging off-road adventures.
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Equipment
| Rear brakes | Shimano XT M8120, hydraulic 4-piston disc brake // Shimano XT M8120, hydraulic 4-piston disc brake Shimano RT76, 6-hole disc mount, 203 mm |
| Front brakes | Shimano XT M8120, hydraulic 4-piston disc brake // Shimano XT M8120, hydraulic 4-piston disc brake Shimano RT76, 6-hole disc mount, 203 mm |
| Frame | NEW OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, top tube 1.8" lower, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), Knock Block 2.0, internal cable routing, 34.9 mm seat tube, magnesium shift lever, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12 mm thru-axle, 150 mm travel |
| Shift levers | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damping, fork crown optimised for e-MTBs, tapered steerer tube, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth axle, 160 mm travel |
| Crankset | e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 165 mm crank arm length |
| Drive | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35 mm, 27.5 mm Rise, 780 mm width |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon clamp |
| Stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0 degrees, 45 mm length |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenitic stays, 138 mm width |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite dropper, 100 mm stroke, MaxFlow, internal cable routing, 34.9 mm, 345 mm length |
| Wheelset | Bontrager Line Comp 30 Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-hole disc mount, Boost110, 15 mm thru-axle Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-hole disc mount, Boost148, 12 mm thru-axle |
| Tires | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, 29 x 2.50 |
| Pedals | VP-536, nylon platform |
| Motor manufacturer / model | Bosch Performance Line CX, Smart System, magnesium motor housing, 85 Nm |
| Display | Bosch Kiox |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 625 Wh, Smart System |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 625 |
| Charger | Bosch standard charger 4 A, 230 V, Smart System |