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All WRC Demo Bikes are meticulously maintained during the demo season.
All WRC Demo Bikes are completely gone through and tuned before being offered for sale and any necessary parts replacements completed.
WRC Demo Bikes come with the same manufacturer warranty as a new bike.
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Top Fuel 9.8 is a full suspension carbon mountain bike for riders who don't settle. Not for parts nor for one style of riding. It combines a high-end parts package with a low-weight carbon frame for one unbelievably fun rig that's fast on flow and still fun to ride on techy singletrack.
It's right for you if...
You’re looking for a do-it-all full suspension mountain bike that's efficient and fast, but doesn't shy away from some bigger stuff. You want the added stiffness and weight savings of a carbon frame, but don't mind saving some money on the parts.
The tech you get
A light and stiff full carbon frame, 120mm RockShox SID Select+ fork, 115mm of rear travel with a RockShox SID Luxe Ultimate shock, and a new Shimano XT 1x12 drivetrain. Plus, wide carbon Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive hub for fast engagement, Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, and carbon handlebars.
The final word
Top Fuel 9.8 is a ridiculously fun carbon down-country bike with upgraded parts that give you noticeable benefits on the trail, like more speed from the carbon wheels and more grip from the ultra-smooth suspension.
Why you'll love it
- This bike wants to go fast—it's built with no-nonsense, high-performance parts
- You get a Straight Shot downtube for extra-stiff, responsive handling without added weight, and a Knock Block headset that protects against spinning bars and fork crowns
- Bontrager DropLock's shifter-style lever lets you easily lock out both front and rear shocks at the same time for added sprinting or climbing efficiently. Plus, it controls your dropper post too
- Wider Kovee Elite 30 wheels provide better tire support so you can run lower pressure and get more traction
- This short-travel bike has a killer suspension setup reminiscent of the all-mighty mullet—it's both efficient and ready to party
Will my bike have a curved top tube?
Smaller frames (S) have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frames (M and up) have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don’t have the same issues with standover height.
Due to supply-chain issues, Specs are subject to change without notice.
Specs
Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, 115mm travel |
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Fork | RockShox SID Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2 RL damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 120mm travel |
Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
Rear Shock | RockShox SID Luxe Ultimate, DebonAir spring, Ultimate RL damper, 190x45mm |
Axles |
Front: 110 x 15 thru-axle Rear: 148 x 12mm thru-axle |
Rims/Wheels | Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub |
Tires | Bontrager XR3 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120tpi, 29x2.40'' |
Crankset | Shimano XT M8100, Boost (52mm chainline) |
Chainrings | 32T alloy ring |
Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit |
Chain | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog |
Cassette/Rear Cogs | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed |
Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
Handlebars | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
Tape/Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, alloy lock-on |
Stem | Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 13 degree |
Brakes | Shimano SLX M7000 hydraulic disc, 180mm front rotor, 160mm rear rotor |
Pedals | Sold separately |
Saddle | Bontrager Montrose Elite, titanium rails, 138mm width |
Seat Post | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, internal routing, 31.6mm, Small: 100mm travel; Medium – Medium/Large: 150mm travel; Large – X-Large: 170mm travel |
* Subject to change without notice.
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Part Numbers
Option | MPN | Store SKU |
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Matte Raw Carbon/Voodoo Trek Black / X-Large | 5263608D | TOP27229794ND |