Electra Townie Go! 5i Step-Over 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,900$
Weight | 24.95 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery Lithium Ion, 400 watt hours -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 aluminum
Suspension Fork
Hi-ten steel unicrown, straight/tapered legs
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
5-speed twist with optical display
Cassette
Shimano 30T
Crank
Forged Alloy 170 mm, Bosch Type, 38T FSA Chainring
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
KMC Z1EHX nickel plated
Pedals
Alloy platform with nonslip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy low-flange with Centerlock disc brake 36h
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus Inter-5E 5-speed internal with Centerlock disc brake, 36h
Rims
Painted or Anodized Alloy 26" 36 h
Tires
Schwalbe Fat Frank 26 x 2.35 in. balloon with puncture-resistant Kevlar Guard casing
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brakes Hydraulic Disc Brake
Brake Levers
3-finger
Cockpit
Stem
Forged alloy 25.4 mm quill, 80 mm extension
Handlebar
Alloy custom bend 25.9 in. width; 4 in. rise
Headset
1-1/8 in. steel threaded/semi-integrated
Seat
Saddle
Ergonomic with shock-absorbing elastomers
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust 27.2 x 400 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Line Plus 250 W
Battery
Lithium Ion, 400 watt hours
About this model
Townie Go! 5i Step-Over belongs to the Electra E Townie model. Electra released 65 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Electra E Townie e-bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Electra Townie Go! 7D Step-Thru 2021 has a starting price of 1599$. Electra Townie Go! 5i Step-Thru 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2900$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Comfort e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort e-bike is 1957$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Electra Townie Go! 5i Step-Over price was 2900$. Comparing this to the average Comfort e-bike price, we see that the price is 48.19% more expensive.
Average weight for Comfort e-bikes
Comfort e-bikes weigh an average of 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.
Weighing 24.95 kg (55.01 lbs), the Townie Go! 5i Step-Over model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Comfort e-bike weighs 2.34% less than Townie Go! 5i Step-Over.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the e-bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Townie Go! 5i Step-Over are the 26″ aluminum type. These wheels give you great handling over your e-bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Electra Townie Go! 5i Step-Over has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.