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The 2023 Fuel EX 9.7 Gen 6 ML MERCURY is available at the following locations.
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Fuel EX 9.7 is an all-mountain ripper that rolls in with the best balance of performance and pocket-friendly components, without skimping on the good stuff. It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150 mm front and 140 mm rear suspension.
You're after the light weight and smooth ride of a carbon frame and want solid parts without the top-shelf price.
A light and stiff full carbon frame, 150 mm of travel from FOX's Rhythm 36 fork with Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper for small bump compliance, plus a FOX Performance Float X rear shock. A perfect blend of Shimano SLX and XT components for reliable shifting and durability on the trail. Finally, you'll find adjustable geometry and in-frame storage for keeping your set-up dialled just for you.
The Fuel EX 9.7 is an evolved trail bike for the rider who wants it all. Its lightweight carbon frame is lively and stiff, and spec'd with the perfect build thanks to a FOX suspension package and Shimano XT and SLX drivetrain for a full package deal that's build to charge.
- You get the light and stiff feel of a carbon fibre frame, plus progressive trail geometry that's ready to handle it all
- You'll find the right balance of price and performance with a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components
- With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
- Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze
- 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
Internal Storage
Internal frame storage makes it easy to ditch the pack and still carry your ride essentials.
Active Braking Pivot
Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.
Slack or steep, the choice is yours
Install angle-adjust headset cups (sold separately) to tweak the 64.5-degree head tube angle a degree steeper or slacker to your liking ? all without impacting your bottom bracket height.
Adjust the sus for full send
Adjust the leverage rate with just a flip of a chip. Ride it in the Less progressive setting for a plusher feel perfect for rugged trails with square-edge bumps. Flip it to More progressive when you're hitting big features and don?t want to bottom-out, or when you want to run a coil shock.
Size-specific stays
Size-specific chainstays provide balanced handling to keep the ride nimble for smaller riders and improve front wheel traction on climbs for taller riders.
Business at the front, party at the back
Craving the nimble ride of 27.5? wheels but don?t want to sacrifice the speed of a 29er? No need to choose. The Fuel EX is mullet-ready, just throw Mino Link into high, toss on a 160 mm fork and get ready to party.
| Frame | Size S, UNI, Carbon, OCLV Mountain Carbon, 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 |
| Wheel Size | Front 27.5 |
| Wheel Size | Rear 27.5 |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel |
| Fork | Unknown |
| Gears | DERAILLEUR, Shimano, 1 Gears |
| Tyres | BONTRAGER, |
| Pedals | UNKNOWN, |
| Wheels | BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle, 27.5"" Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12Â mm thru axle, 27.5"" |
| Shifters | SHIMANO, Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed, |
| Kickstand | UNKNOWN, Unknown |
| Front Brake | SH, SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc // SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc SRAM CentreLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180 mm Max brake rotor size, Disc brake with hydraulic actuation |
| Rear Brake | SH, SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc // SRAM DB 8 4-piston hydraulic disc SRAM CentreLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180 mm Max brake rotor size, Disc brake with hydraulic actuation |
| Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO, Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| Crankset | SHIMANO, Shimano Deore M6120, 30T ring, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| Chain | SHIMANO, Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Headset | UNBRANDED, Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8"" top, 1.5"" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| Handlebar | BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750 mm width |
| Stem | BONTRAGER, Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| Bartape / Grips | BONTRAGER |
| Seatpost | TRANZX, TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| Saddle | BONTRAGER, Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width |
| Front Light | UNKNOWN |
| Rear Light | UNKNOWN |
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