Product Description
The Trek Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset is a premium full-suspension carbon trail platform built for riders who want confident descending, efficient climbing, and modern trail versatility. This XL 29er version features an OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with 130mm rear travel, Trek’s proven suspension layout, and a feature-rich chassis designed for aggressive trail riding and all-day capability.
This frameset includes the correct Fox Factory Float EVOL RE:Aktiv with Thru Shaft rear shock for the XL size, along with Trek’s integrated frame features like internal storage, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05 tabs, ABP, Mino Link, and Boost148 spacing.
Key Features
- 2022 Trek Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset
- Size XL
- Color Lithium Grey / Factory Orange
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29er platform
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OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays
- 130mm rear travel
- Includes Fox Factory Float EVOL RE:Aktiv with Thru Shaft shock
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Internal frame storage with included BITS bag
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Knock Block headset system
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Control Freak internal routing
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Carbon Armor frame protection
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ISCG 05 chain guide tabs
- Magnesium rocker link
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Mino Link geometry adjustment
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ABP suspension design
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Boost148 rear spacing
- Compatible with up to 150mm fork travel on 29er builds
Specifications
- Brand: Trek
- Model: Fuel EX C Gen 5 Frameset
- Year: 2022
- Size: XL
- Wheel Size: 29"
- Color: Lithium Grey / Factory Orange
- Frame Material: OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays
- Rear Travel: 130mm
- Rear Spacing: Boost148
- Head Tube: Tapered
- Headset: Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
- Routing: Control Freak internal routing
- Frame Features: Internal storage, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP
- Max Tire Size: 29x2.60"
- Max Chainring Size: 1x 34T
- Recommended Minimum Chainring Size: 30T
- Rear Axle: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
- Weight Limit: 300 lb / 136 kg total system weight
Rear Shock
- Fox Factory Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper
- Kashima Coat
- Tuned by Trek Suspension Lab
- Size-specific shock for XL: 210x55mm
Included
- Trek Fuel EX C Gen 5 carbon frame
- Fox Factory Float EVOL RE:aktiv Thru Shaft rear shock, 210x55mm
- Bontrager Switch rear thru axle
- Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
Not Included
- Fork
- Headset spacers beyond what is shown
- Crankset
- Bottom bracket
- Drivetrain components
- Brakes
- Wheels
- Stem
- Additional parts needed for a complete bike build unless shown
Compatibility
Compatible with:
- 29" wheels
- Rear hub spacing: Boost148
- Forks up to 150mm travel for 29er setups
- Tires up to 29x2.6"
- 1x drivetrains only
- Cranks with 30mm spindles
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ISCG 05 chain guides
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UDH derailleur hanger system
Fit and frame notes:
- Not compatible with 2x drivetrains
- Stock Mino Link position is High
- Rear brake mount is 180mm direct, with 203mm max rotor
- XL carbon frame dropper insertion length: 350mm
- Only XS and S 27.5 sizes are compatible with 27.5 wheels, so this XL is 29 only
- All sizes are not bottle compatible; Trek’s note about bottle fit limitations applies mainly to smaller sizes, but this XL is a standard larger-frame 29er platform
- Longer-stroke shocks are not recommended and can void warranty
Sizing
- Recommended Rider Height: 188 - 195 cm / 6'2" - 6'5"
- Recommended Inseam: 89 - 91 cm / 35" - 36"
Warranty and Notes
- Genuine Trek frameset
- XL listing reflects XL-specific specs only
- Includes only what is shown or described
Condition
- New
- Genuine OEM product
- Includes only what is shown or described
