Trek Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru 2022
2022 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,399$
Weight | 22.5 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Tourney, Acera -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bosch 250W 40Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 400, includes 2 AMP charger -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
149cm - 185cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 aluminum w/patented Flat Foot Technology®
Suspension Fork
Hi-ten steel unicrown, straight/tapered leg
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX 8-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapid Fire Plus
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32 8 speed
Crank
Forged alloy 170mm, Bosch type, 38t FSA chainring
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain
KMC X8.99 nickel plated
Pedals
Resin platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy low-flange disc 36h
Rear Hub
Alloy low-flange w/6-bolt disc 36h
Rims
Anodized alloy 26"×36h
Tires
26×2.35" balloon
Brakes
Brakes
Front/rear: Tektro mechanical disc brakes
Cockpit
Stem
Forged alloy 25.4mm quill, 80mm extension
Handlebar
Alloy custom bend 25.9" width/4" rise
Grips
Electra hand-stitched leatherette
Headset
1 1/8" steel threaded/semi-integrated
Seat
Saddle
Ergonomic w/shock-absorbing elastomers
Seatpost
Alloy straight post 27.2x350mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Line, 250 watts
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 400, includes 2 AMP charger
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru completes the Trek E Townie model. Trek launched 32 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Townie Go! 8D Step-Thru 2022 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 2165$. On the other hand, Trek Townie Path Go! 10D Equipped Step-Over 2022, is the most expensive and costs 4087$.
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.
Comfort e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1957$. However, even though the average price of a Comfort e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This e-bike was released in 2022 and its price was 2399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru price is 22.59% more expensive than the average cost of a Comfort e-bike.
Comfort e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort e-bike, we get 24.38 kg (53.75 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.
Trek Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru it’s weighing 22.5 kg (49.6 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 8.36% lighter than the average weight of Comfort e-bikes.
Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru components
Fork material
Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Townie Go! 8D EQ Step-Thru has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.