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Trek 2026 Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS T-Type Gen 5

£6,295.00  £7,000.00

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This item is with our supplier. Dispatched between 18th May and 23rd May.
Part Number:

5329087

GTIN:

197216100508

Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 2026 Electric Mountain Bike

The Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 is a premium carbon enduro e-MTB built for riders who want top-level performance on big mountain terrain. With a powerful Bosch Performance Line CX motor, huge 800Wh battery, FOX Performance Elite suspension and wireless SRAM GX AXS shifting, it is built to go further, descend harder and feel sharper everywhere on the trail.

OCLV Mountain Carbon frame + Bosch Performance Line CX + 800Wh battery + FOX Performance Elite 160mm suspension + SRAM GX AXS wireless drivetrain + SRAM Maven Bronze brakes.

Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 2026 electric mountain bike

A carbon Rail built for bigger riding

The Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 is built for riders who want more than just range and power. It takes Trek’s big-battery, big-travel Rail platform and adds a lighter, more refined OCLV Mountain Carbon frame along with upgrades in the areas that matter most when the trails get tougher and the pace gets quicker.

It is aimed at riders chasing bigger terrain, rougher descents and longer days in the mountains, while still wanting the climbing support and range that make a full-power e-MTB so addictive.

Bosch CX power with huge range potential

Power comes from Bosch’s Performance Line CX motor, giving you 85Nm of torque as standard with the option to tune output further through the Bosch Flow app. That means steep technical climbs, long transitions and extra laps all feel more manageable, while Bosch’s smart assistance modes help keep delivery smooth and intuitive.

Trek pairs that with an 800Wh RIB 2.0 battery, giving the Rail+ 9.8 serious long-range capability for proper mountain days. The removable battery design makes charging and travel easier, and the bike is compatible with Bosch PowerMore if you want even more distance on tap.

FOX Performance Elite suspension for harder charging

Suspension is one of the key upgrades here. The FOX Performance Elite Float 38 fork and FOX Performance Elite Float X rear shock deliver 160mm of travel with a more planted, supportive and refined feel than lower-tier options. It is a setup built for rougher descents, bigger impacts and faster riding.

Trek’s adjustable geometry and leverage-rate settings are still part of the package too, so you can tune the bike to feel plusher or more progressive depending on your terrain and riding style.

Key specifications

Specification Details
Motor Bosch Performance Line CX, 85Nm
Battery Bosch PowerTube 800Wh
Fork FOX Performance Elite Float 38, 160mm
Shock FOX Performance Elite Float X
Drivetrain SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type wireless 12-speed
Brakes SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston hydraulic
Weight 24.18kg

Wireless shifting and serious stopping power

The SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type drivetrain gives the Rail+ 9.8 crisp, reliable wireless shifting, even under heavy load. That makes sense on a bike designed for aggressive riding, where fast and accurate shifting can make a real difference on technical trails.

Braking is handled by SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston brakes, bringing huge power and control for steep descents and repeated hard braking. Bontrager Line Comp 30 tubeless-ready wheels, carbon bars and a Bontrager Line Dropper round out a very serious build kit.

Why choose the Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5?

  • Carbon frame for lighter weight and a more refined ride feel
  • FOX Performance Elite suspension front and rear
  • Wireless SRAM GX AXS T-Type drivetrain
  • Powerful SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston brakes
  • 800Wh battery and Bosch CX power for huge mountain days

Trek Rail+ 9.7 vs Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS – what’s the upgrade?

The Rail+ 9.7 and Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS both share the same carbon Rail platform, Bosch CX motor and 800Wh battery, but the 9.8 GX AXS adds major upgrades in suspension, drivetrain, brakes and cockpit spec for riders who want a more premium feel everywhere on the bike.

Feature Rail+ 9.7 Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS
Frame OCLV Mountain Carbon OCLV Mountain Carbon
Motor Bosch Performance Line CX, 85Nm Bosch Performance Line CX, 85Nm
Battery Bosch PowerTube 800Wh Bosch PowerTube 800Wh
Suspension RockShox ZEB Select / Deluxe Select+ RT FOX Performance Elite Float 38 / Float X
Drivetrain Shimano XT / SLX 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type wireless
Brakes SRAM DB8 4-piston SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston
Cockpit Alloy bar and stem Carbon bar + upgraded finishing kit
Weight 23.73kg 24.18kg

Which should you choose?

Choose the Rail+ 9.7 if you want excellent carbon performance with strong value and a very capable all-round build.

Choose the Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS if you want top-end suspension, wireless shifting and higher-spec braking and cockpit performance straight out of the box.

In short, the Rail+ 9.7 is the smarter value carbon option, while the Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS is the better choice if you want the more premium spec and more polished ride feel everywhere.

Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 – premium carbon enduro e-MTB for serious terrain

The Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 is a high-spec carbon electric mountain bike built for riders who want more than just power and range. With FOX Performance Elite suspension, wireless SRAM shifting and a huge 800Wh battery, it is designed for big mountain adventures, aggressive terrain and riders who want a premium ride feel from top to bottom.

Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS performance explained

Combining a carbon Rail chassis with Bosch Performance Line CX power, 160mm of premium FOX suspension travel and a wireless SRAM GX AXS transmission, the Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS is built for riders who want one of the most complete and capable full-power enduro e-MTB packages in the Trek range.

Learn more about the Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5.

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Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS Gen 5 2026 – Full Specifications

E-Bike System
Motor Bosch Performance Line CX, smart system, 85Nm, 250W
Battery Bosch PowerTube 800Wh, RIB 2.0, smart system
Charger Bosch Standard 4A, 230V
Display Bosch System Controller BRC3100, smart system
Optional range extender Bosch PowerMore 250 compatible
Frame & Suspension
Frame OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, RIB 2.0, tapered head tube, guided internal routing, Motor Armor, angle-adjust headset, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, ABP, UDH, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 160mm travel
Fork FOX Performance Elite Float 38, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP X damper, 160mm travel
Rear shock FOX Performance Elite Float X
Drivetrain
Shifter SRAM AXS Pod Controller
Rear derailleur SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type
Crank SRAM GX, 160mm
Cassette SRAM XS-1275 Eagle T-Type, 10-52, 12-speed
Chain SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 12-speed
Pedals VP-536 nylon platform
Brakes
Front brake SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc
Rear brake SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc
Brake rotors SRAM HS2, 200mm front / 200mm rear (up to 220mm max)
Wheels & Tyres
Wheels Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready
Tyres Bontrager Brevard RSL SE, 29x2.50 front / 27.5x2.50 rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Handlebar Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Grips Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Stem Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, 0-degree, 45mm
Seatpost Bontrager Line Dropper, 200mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9mm
Saddle Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145mm width
General
Sizes S, M, L, XL
Colours Deep Smoke, Pennyflake
Weight 24.18kg

Specifications may change without notice. Weight and performance figures are manufacturer supplied and may vary by size, finish and final production specification.

Colours DEEP SMOKE, PENNYFLAKE
Sizes L, M, S, XL
Brand Trek
Model Year 2026
Barcodes 197216100492, 197216100508, 197216100515, 197216100522, 197216100539, 197216100546, 197216100553, 197216100560
SKUs / Part Numbers 5329081, 5329082, 5329083, 5329084, 5329085, 5329086, 5329087, 5329088

Please note: Manufacturers can sometimes change the specification of the products from time to time.

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