Trek Rail 5 Gen 2 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,699$
Weight | 23.88 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset Deore, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube 500Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, magnesium rocker link, Motor Armor, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 150mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, oversized crown for eMTB, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+, 230mm x 57.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165mm length
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, loose ball bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano Micro Spline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Rims
Alex MD35, tubeless compatible, 32-hole, 35mm width, Presta valve
Spokes
14 g stainless steel
Tires
Bontrager XR4 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.60''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length; Size: M, L, XL, TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 425mm length
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX, magnesium motor body, 250 watt, 85 Nm, 20mph or 32km/h max assist
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500Wh
Charger
Bosch compact 2A, 100-240V
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" High | 15.5" Low | 17.5" High | 17.5" Low | 19.5" High | 19.5" Low | 21.5" High | 21.5" Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 750 mm | 774 mm | 775 mm | 797 mm | 797 mm | 831 mm | 832 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 619 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 620 mm | 623 mm | 629 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 413 mm | 443 mm | 438 mm | 463 mm | 458 mm | 492 mm | 488 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 581 mm | 604 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm | 658 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.4 ° | 75 ° | 75.4 ° | 75 ° | 75.4 ° | 75 ° | 75.4 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.9 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1188 mm | 1189 mm | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1236 mm | 1236 mm | 1270 mm | 1271 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm | 29 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 736 mm | 771 mm | 766 mm | 760 mm | 755 mm | 773 mm | 768 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Rail 5 Gen 2 belongs to the Trek E Rail model. There are 66 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek Rail 5 Gen 2 2023 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 4699$. On the other hand, Trek Rail 9.9 XX1 AXS Gen 4 2023, is the most expensive and costs 13799$.
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.
Enduro e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Trek released this model in 2023, its price was 4699$. If we compare this with the average Enduro e-bike cost we notice that the price is 1.83% lower.
Average weight for Enduro e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro e-bike, we get 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Rail 5 Gen 2 weighs 23.88 kg (52.65 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 1.96% heavier than the average weight of Enduro 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.
Rail 5 Gen 2 components
Fork
The RockShox 35 Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select+ model, with a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
The Rail 5 Gen 2 2023 e-bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rail 5 Gen 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Rail 5 Gen 2. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.