Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,849$
Weight | 23.58 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alivio -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W 40Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 400Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 156cm
SM
154cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 186cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, rack & fender mounts, internal routing, kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR
Suspension Fork
Verve Steel, threaded steel steerer, IS disc mount, 460mm axle-to-crown, 100x5mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio T4000, long cage
Shift Levers
Size: XS, S, M, L, Shimano Alivio M3100, 9 speed; Size: L, Shimano Alivio M4000, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-36, 9 speed
Crank
ProWheel alloy, 170mm length
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Size: XS, S, M, L, Bontrager City pedals; Size: L, Wellgo C157, boron axle, plastic body
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Rear Hub
Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
Rims
Bontrager Connection, alloy, double-wall, 32-hole, schrader valve
Spokes
14g stainless steel
Tires
Bontrager H5 Hard-Case Ultimate, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x45c
Brakes
Brakes
Size: XS, S, M, L, Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc; Size: L, Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy quill, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, Blendr compatible, 85mm length
Handlebar
Size: XS, S, M, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, comfort sweep, 620mm width; Size: L, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, comfort sweep, 660mm width
Grips
Bontrager Satellite Elite, alloy lock-on
Headset
VP sealed cartridge, 1-1/8'', threaded
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Boulevard
Seatpost
Alloy, suspension, 31.6mm, 300mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active, 250 watt, 40 Nm, 20mph or 32km/h
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 400Wh
Charger
Bosch compact 2A, 100-240V
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.67 mm | 1.61 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 286 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 642 mm | 646 mm | 655 mm | 670 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 578 mm | 623 mm | 642 mm | 642 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 383 mm | 385 mm | 400 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 589 mm | 595 mm | 616 mm | 631 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 484 mm | 509 mm | 509 mm | 509 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1122 mm | 1148 mm | 1157 mm | 1172 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Standover Height | 428 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 154 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 156 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm |
Model Overview
Verve+ 2 Lowstep belongs to the Trek E Verve model. Trek launched 49 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Verve+ 1 Lowstep 2023 has a starting price of 2433$. Trek Verve+ 5 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4957$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Comfort e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Comfort e-bike you should know that the average price is 1957$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2849$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Verve+ 2 Lowstep price is 45.58% higher than the average cost of a Comfort e-bike.
Average weight for Comfort e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort e-bike, we get 24.38 kg (53.75 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Verve+ 2 Lowstep weighs 23.58 kg (51.98 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 3.39% lighter than the average Comfort e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Verve+ 2 Lowstep components
Fork material
Verve+ 2 Lowstep has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Verve+ 2 Lowstep e-bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 147 cm – 186 cm (4.82 ft – 6.1 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.