Trek Powerfly 5 2017
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Alivio, Altus
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch Powerpack Performance 400 downtube
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Drivetrain 1 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur routing, Balanced Geometry
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver, coil spring, preload, TurnKey lockout, E2 tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M430
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M370, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
RIDE+ aluminum 15T w/chainguard
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX-505
Rear Hub
Shimano M3050 centerlock
Rims
Bontrager XR850 36-hole 28mm wide double-walled
Tires
Bontrager XR3, 29x2.30"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7mm rise, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite Plus, ergonomic
Headset
Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX, 250 watt, 75Nm
Battery
Bosch Powerpack Performance 400 downtube
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.748 mm | 1.67 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.544 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 640 mm | 657 mm | 682 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 638 mm | 638 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 382 mm | 400 mm | 425 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 561 mm | 583 mm | 607 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 425 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 mm | 1137 mm | 1162 mm | 1187 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 788 mm | 790 mm | 811 mm | 843 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Powerfly 5 is a Trek E Powerfly model. 92 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek E Powerfly e-bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Powerfly 5 Women’s 2017 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 2999$. On the other hand, Trek Powerfly 8 FS Plus 2017, is the most expensive and costs 4999$.
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.
Crosscountry e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2453$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Powerfly 5 price was 2999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Powerfly 5 price is 22.26% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry e-bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes is 23.21 kg (51.17 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 lighter than average, Powerfly 5 has a weight of 22.5 kg (49.6 lbs). In conclusion, the average Crosscountry e-bike weighs 3.16% more than Powerfly 5.
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.
Powerfly 5 components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Powerfly 5 e-bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Powerfly 5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
