Trek Verve+ 5 Lowstep 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,472$
Weight | 23.2 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork RST
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube, vertical, 500 wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Ultimate Comfort Super Smooth Aluminium, with integrated battery and internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
RST Vita, coil spring, lockout, 50 mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6000, mid cage, 42T max cog
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Rapid-Fire Plus, 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG500, 11-32, 10-speed
Crank
Prowheel alloy, 38 T steel ring
Bottom Bracket
Shimano HG500, 11-32, 10 speed
Chain
Shimano HG54, 10-speed
Pedals
Bontrager Satellite City pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Alivio M4050, CenterLock
Rear Hub
Shimano Alivio M4050, CenterLock
Rims
Alex Rims DP23, alloy, 36-hole, presta valve
Tires
Schwalbe Energizer Plus, 700x50 c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Cable Guidr
Handlebar
Bontrager aluminium touring
Grips
Bontrager Satellite Elite, alloy lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Boulevard
Seatpost
Aluminium Suspension Plus
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Active Line Plus, 250 watt, 50 Nm, 25 km/h (15.5 mph) in Europe / 32 km/h (20 mph) in New Zealand
Battery
Bosch PowerTube, vertical, 500 wh
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.67 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 670 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 640 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 615 mm | 630 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1156 mm | 1171 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Standover Height | 543 mm | 520 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Verve+ 5 Lowstep completes the Trek E Verve model. There are 49 e-bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek E Verve e-bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Verve+ 2 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2499$. Trek Verve+ 5 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 4140$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Comfort e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort e-bike is 1957$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort e-bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Verve+ 5 Lowstep price was 4140$. Comparing this to the average Comfort e-bike price, we see that the price is 111.55% more expensive.
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). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
a bit lighter than average, Verve+ 5 Lowstep has a weight of 23.2 kg (51.15 lbs). In other words, this model is 5.09% lighter than the average Comfort e-bike.
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.
Verve+ 5 Lowstep components
Fork
This e-bike has the RST fork installed. The fork’s travel is 50mm. 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.
Wheels
The Verve+ 5 Lowstep 2020 e-bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Verve+ 5 Lowstep is equipped 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.