Trek Powerfly 7 FS Plus 2018
2018 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,999$
Weight | 23.16 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch Powerpack Performance 500 downtube -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
15.5"
154cm - 169cm
17.5"
166cm - 180cm
18.5"
176cm - 188cm
19.5"
177cm - 189cm
21.5"
186cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Knock Block, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, integrated battery, G2 Geometry, Boost148, 130mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL, Solo Air, lockout, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 130mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RL, 205mm x 50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT M8000, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7000, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7000, 11-46, 11 speed
Crank
Race Aeffect, 15T w/chainguard
Chain
Shimano HG60
Chain Guide
Race Face
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, Boost110
Rear Hub
Bontrager sealed bearing alloy axle, Boost148
Rims
SUNringlé Duroc 40 SL 32-hole, tubeless strips and valves included
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance w/Addix compound, Tubeless, 27.5x2.80?
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6000 hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M6000
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, Knock Block, 31.8mm, 0 degree, 60mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 750mm width
Grips
Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8? top, 1.5? bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
Seatpost
Dropper post, Bontrager lever, 31.6mm, internal routing
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX, 250 watt, 75Nm
Battery
Bosch Powerpack Performance 500 downtube
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 704 mm | 734 mm | 755 mm | 770 mm | 800 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 595 mm | 600 mm | 604 mm | 618 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm | 437 mm | 455 mm | 468 mm | 492 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm | 636 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 419 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1179 mm | 1209 mm | 1230 mm | 1245 mm | 1275 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 24 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 742 mm | 737 mm | 732 mm | 742 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 177 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Powerfly 7 FS Plus belongs to the Trek E Powerfly model. Trek launched 92 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek E Powerfly e-bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Powerfly 5 2018 has a starting price of 3499$. Trek Powerfly 7 FS Plus 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4999$.
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail e-bike that is reliable is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4999$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 48.56% more expensive than the price of the average Trail e-bike.
Trail e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail e-bike, we get 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 23.16 kg (51.06 lbs), the Powerfly 7 FS Plus model is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 2.33% lighter than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
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
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe RL model, with a travel of 130mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Powerfly 7 FS Plus 2018, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Powerfly 7 FS Plus is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 154 cm – 196 cm (5.05 ft – 6.43 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Trek Powerfly 7 FS Plus comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!