Trek Lift+ Lowstep 2018
2018 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 250W 50Nm hub-drive -
Battery Shimano STEPS, 418wH, frame mount -
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, 44T w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Shimano STEPS drive motor unit
Chain
KMC X10e
Pedals
VP 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, 250 watt, 50Nm, 20 mph
Battery
Shimano STEPS, 418wH, frame mount
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.83 mm | 1.77 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm |
| Front Center | 581 mm | 600 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 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 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Standover Height | 638 mm | 685 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Lift+ Lowstep is part of the Trek E Liftplus model. There are 3 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Lift+ Men’s 2018 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2799$. Trek Lift+ Lowstep 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 2799$.
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.
General Urban e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban e-bike is 2098$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 2799$. 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). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Lift+ Lowstep weighs 20.5 kg (45.19 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average General Urban e-bike weighs 17.46% more than Lift+ Lowstep.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Lift+ Lowstep has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the e-bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The wheels on Lift+ Lowstep are the 26″ aluminum type. These wheels give you great handling over your e-bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Lift+ Lowstep has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.