Trek District+ 8 Lowstep 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,472$
Weight | 24.05 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube, vertical, 500 wh -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 187cm
XL
185cm - 197cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Smooth Aluminium, with Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), Range Boost compatible
Suspension Fork
Forklight 3.0 with integrated 50LUX lighting
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus Revo Shifter 8-speed
Cassette
18T
Crank
Prowheel alloy, 38 T steel ring
Bottom Bracket
38T steel, alloy guard
Chain
Shimano, HG-71
Pedals
Bontrager Satellite City pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, CenterLock
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 8-speed
Rims
Alex Rims DP23, alloy, 36-hole, presta valve
Tires
Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite, reflective, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x50c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy quill, 31.8 mm clamp, adjustable rise, Blendr-compatible
Handlebar
Aluminium comfort
Grips
Bontrager Ultimate Comfort Philosophy ergonomic grips
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Boulevard
Seatpost
Aluminium Suspension Plus
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Line Plus, 250 watt, 50 Nm, 25 km/h (15.5 mph) in Europe / 32 km/h (20 mph) in New Zealand
Battery
Bosch PowerTube, vertical, 500 wh
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm |
| Front Center | 641 mm | 653 mm | 665 mm | 678 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 648 mm | 667 mm | 685 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 381 mm | 386 mm | 391 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 609 mm | 627 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1140 mm | 1152 mm | 1164 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm | 197 cm |
About this model
District+ 8 Lowstep belongs to the Trek E Districtplus model. 47 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek District+ 1 Lowstep 2021 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 3025$. On the other hand, Trek District+ 9 2021, is the most expensive and costs 4671$.
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.
Commuter e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter e-bike is 2569$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Trek released this model in 2021, its price was 4140$. Comparing this to the average Commuter e-bike price, we see that the price is 61.15% higher.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Commuter e-bike, we get 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
District+ 8 Lowstep weighs 24.05 kg (53.02 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 4.78% lighter than the average weight of Commuter e-bikes.
District+ 8 Lowstep components
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek District+ 8 Lowstep 2021, has a 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 197 cm (5.09 ft – 6.46 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.