Electra Townie GO! 8i Step-Through Women’s 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,599$
Weight | 24.49 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Nexus, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W hub-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
High-tensile steel Unicrown, straight/tapered leg
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus 8-speed twist with optical display
Cassette
Shimano 20t
Crank
FSA forged alloy 170 mm, Bosch Type, 38t FSA chainring
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Nexus 8-speed
Chain
KMC Z1EHX nickel-plated
Pedals
Alloy platform with nonslip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy low-flange disc, 36h
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 8-speed internal, 36h
Rims
Painted anodized alloy 26 x 36h
Tires
Schwalbe Fat Frank 26 x 2.35 in. balloon
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro hydraulic disc Hydraulic Disc Brake
Brake Levers
Unavailable
Cockpit
Stem
Forged alloy 25.4mm quill, 80mm 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
Butted alloy micro-adjust 27.2 x 350mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Gen 3 250w
Battery
Lithium Ion, 400 watt hours
About this model
Townie GO! 8i Step-Through Women’s completes the Electra E Townie model. Electra released 65 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Electra Townie Go! 7D 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1500$. Electra Townie Commute GO! 8i 2020 on the other hand costs 2699$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Comfort e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1957$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2599$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 32.81% higher than the price of the average Comfort e-bike.
Average weight for Comfort e-bikes
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.
slightly heavier than average, Townie GO! 8i Step-Through Women’s has a weight of 24.49 kg (53.99 lbs). To sum up, it’s 0.45% heavier than the average weight of Comfort e-bikes.
Townie GO! 8i Step-Through Women’s 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! 8i Step-Through Women’s are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Townie GO! 8i Step-Through Women’s comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. 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, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.