Trek have now unveiled their new Gen 5 Rail+ EMTB line up for 2025.. the line up offers a wide array of build kits to suit a range budgets and deliver exceptional reliability, power and robust components to more riders. This range guide compares the differences between each build kit (model), including the differences between the specification for each build (including forks, shocks, brakes and drivetrains) whilst comparing the differences in price.
Though the components vary across each model (reflected in the price).. across the entire range - all 2025 Rail+ receive the latest industry leading Bosch system - including the latest Bosch Gen 5 motor powered by the all-new 800Wh Bosch PowerTube internal battery, which is fully removable courtesy of Treks latest RIB 2.0 system.
Trek are clearly not holding back with this years Rails, going all-in on performance - not only focusing on improving range and motor efficiency, the Rail+ receives a larger suspension platform and new aggressive frame geometry. With 160mm of travel front and rear, a mullet setup and a 64.5 degree head angle. The Gen 5 Rail+ are unapologetically geared to get you deeper into the mountain to seek bigger challenges.
Trek Rail+ Carbon full suspension EMTB comparison chart
Rail+ 9.8 (XT + GX AXS)
The Trek Rail+ Carbon EMTB's are the lightest of the range featuring an OCLV carbon frame. The Rail+ 9.8's are available in either Sram GX and Fox build or a Shimano XT and RockShox build. On the Shimano bike you get XT brakes, a mix of e*thirteen and XT drivetrain, RockShox Zeb Ultimate fork and Super Deluxe Ultimate shock. On the SRAM build, it’s a GX AXS wireless drivetrain, a Fox Performance Elite 38 fork and Fox Performance Elite Float X shock. Either build kit offers a capable and complete full suspension electric mountain bike in their own right, and will likely be the more popular of the carbon build kits available.
Rail+ 9.7
The Rail+ 9.7 offers a more budget friendly yet still performance focused build kit.. outfitted with a RockShox ZEB Select front fork, RockShox Super Deluxe select shock (with separate piggy back), Sram DB 8 brakes and a mix of Shimano XT and SLX for the drivetrain.
Trek Rail+ Aluminium full suspension EMTB comparison chart
Rail+ 8
The Alpha Platinum Aluminium builds still feature Treks industry leading technologies such as ABP (active braking Pivot), mino link adjustable geometry and full tubeless setup from factory. The Rail 8+ features a near identicle build to the 9.7, with a RockShox ZEB Select fork - 160mm travel, Super Deluxe Select+ shock, Shimano XT/SLX drivetrain and Sram DB 8 brakes.
Rail+ 5
The entry level option is still no slouch, complete with a RockShox fork and shock, and a complete Shimano groupset, including 4 pot brakes and a Deore drivetrain.
To explore each model in depth, please see the bikes listed above to view size guides, in depth descriptions for each model and a vast array of frequently asked questions. or alternatively if you have any further questions please contact us. Or call on:
01254 814238.
Posted by Paul Hoyle on 9th Oct 2024
