Trek Slash 8 Full Suspension Mountain Bike 2023

It's right for you if...

You want a big bike with big wheels to roll over big things and send big hits. You might enter some enduro races, but you mostly just want to rail sketchy descents faster than anyone else in your crew.

The tech you get

An aluminum frame built for harsh riding with a threaded bottom bracket, dual downtube guards, Knock Block 2.0, and 160mm of travel with a RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ shock for long descents and 170mm RockShox ZEB Select fork. Plus, a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain with an extra-low 52-tooth gear, Code R 4-piston brakes, and completely tubeless Line Comp 30 wheels.

The final word

Slash 8 puts serious enduro performance within reach with smart choices on spec that won't empty your wallet. The aluminum frame, burly suspension, and 1x12 Eagle drivetrain makes for a ride that's equally at home on the race course and on a big, backwoods session.

Why you'll love it

1. A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear
2. We added a second down tube guard to better protect your frame from shuttle-related damage
3. It's equally at home between the tape and in the rugged wild—Yes, Slash is a race bike, but it's ridiculously fun on gnarly trail rides, too
4. New, removable Knock Block has a bigger steering angle to keep cables and hoses safe without sacrificing turning radius
5. Wider seat tube, wider dropper—the 34.9mm diameter post is stronger, more durable, and moves up and down faster

SPECIFICATIONS:

*Please note - spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately

Frameset
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Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminium, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block 2.0, Control Freak internal routing, down tube guard, shuttle guard, threaded BB, ISCG 05, 34.9 mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 160 mm travel
Fork RockShox ZEB Select, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 170mm travel
Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 230mm x 62.5mm
Max compatible fork travel 180mm (596mm axle-to-crown)
Wheels
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Wheel front Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Wheel rear Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 54, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Hub rear Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 108T Rapid Drive, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready
Tire Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50"
Tire part Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip Bontrager TLR
Max tire size Frame: 29x2.50" Fork: See manufacturer
Drivetrain
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Shifter SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear derailleur SRAM GX Eagle
Crank SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (55 mm chain line), 170 mm length
Bottom bracket SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 m, BSA threaded
Cassette SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
Chain SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Max chainring size Max: 34T, Min 28T
Components
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Saddle Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost Size: S
TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Size: M , ML
TranzX JD-YSP39, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Size: L , XL
TranzX JD-YSP39, 170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Handlebar Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 820 mm width
Grips Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on
Stem Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length
Headset Knock Block 2.0 Integrated, 72-degree radius (includes infinite-radius chip), sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Brake SRAM Code R 4-piston hydraulic disc
*Brake rotor Size: S , M , ML , L , XL
SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180 mm
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL
SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200 mm
Rotor size Max brake rotor sizes: Front see fork manufacturer, rear 200mm
Accessories
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Bag Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
Weight
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Weight M - 15.50 kg / 34.18 lbs
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).
We reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colors, materials, and pricing. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice.

Bike and frame weights are based off pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.