Trek Lift+ Lowstep 2017
2017 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,799$
Weight | 20.5 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Shimano -
Battery SHIMANO STEPS downtube -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, custom designed for SHIMANO STEPS system, rack & fender mounts, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
Lift+, alloy
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra, 11-32, 10 speed
Crank
SHIMANO STEPS
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO STEPS drive motor unit
Pedals
Alloy body w/Kraton inserts
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager AT-850 32-hole double-walled alloy
Tires
Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Ultimate, 26x2.00"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, adjustable rise, quill
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, semi-swept-back, 25.4mm, 50mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite Elite, lock-on, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8", semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager padded
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Motor & Battery
Motor
SHIMANO STEPS downtube
Battery
SHIMANO STEPS downtube
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 16.5" |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.83 mm | 1.77 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Stack | 583 mm | 592 mm |
| Reach | 318 mm | 334 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 586 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 420 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 200 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 489 mm | 489 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065 mm | 1084 mm |
| Standover Height | 638 mm | 685 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Lift+ Lowstep belongs to the Trek E Liftplus model. Trek launched 3 e-bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for General Urban e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban e-bike is 2098$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 2799$. Comparing the average cost of a General Urban e-bike to this one, you will see that Lift+ Lowstep price is 33.41% more expensive.
Average weight for General Urban e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a General Urban e-bike is 24.08 kg (53.09 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.
With a weight of 20.5 kg (45.19 lbs), Trek e-bike is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 17.46% lighter than the average weight of General Urban e-bikes.
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.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the e-bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Lift+ Lowstep 2017, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Lift+ Lowstep has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.