Electra Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 22.23 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Tourney, Acera -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W hub-drive -
Battery Lithium Ion, 400 watt hours -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 aluminum
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel Unicrown, straight/tapered leg
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney 8-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapid Fire Plus
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32 8-speed
Crank
FSA forged alloy 170mm, Bosch Type, 38t FSA chainring
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
KMC X 8.99 nickel-plated
Pedals
Alloy platform with nonslip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy low-flange disc, 36h
Rear Hub
Alloy low-flange disc, 36h
Rims
Anodized alloy 26 x 36h
Tires
Balloon
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Mechanical Disc Brake
Brake Levers
Unavailable
Cockpit
Stem
Forged alloy 25.4mm quill; 80mm extension
Handlebar
Alloy custom-bend; 25.9 in. width/4 rise
Headset
1-1/8 in. steel threaded/semi-integrated
Seat
Saddle
Ergonomic with shock-absorbing elastomers
Seatpost
Butted alloy micro-adjust 27.2 x 350mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Gen 3 250w
Battery
Lithium Ion, 400 watt hours
Model Overview
Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s is part of 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 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Electra Townie Go! 7D 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 1500$. Electra Townie Commute GO! 8i 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 2699$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Comfort e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Comfort e-bike you should know that the average price is 1957$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Electra Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s price was 2099$. Comparing the average cost of a Comfort e-bike to this one, you will see that Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s price is 7.26% more expensive.
Comfort e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Comfort e-bikes is 24.38 kg (53.75 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s weighs 22.23 kg (49.01 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Comfort e-bike weighs 9.67% more than Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s.
Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s components
Fork material
Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the e-bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Electra Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your e-bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Electra Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Electra Townie Go! 8D Step-Through Women’s 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.