Total Weight:
49.3 lbs (22.36 kg)
(Step-Thru 48.9, High-Step 49.3)Battery Weight:
5.8 lbs (2.63 kg)
Frame Material:
6063-T6 Aluminum Alloy
Frame Sizes:
17.75 in (45.08 cm)20.5 in (52.07 cm)Geometry Measurements:
Step-Thru: 17.57" Virtual Seat Tube, 25" Reach, 18.5" Stand Over Height, 31.5" Minimum Saddle Height, 26.75" Width, 74" Length, High-Step: 20.5" Virtual Seat Tube, 24.5" Reach, 28" Stand Over Height, 33.5" Minimum Saddle Height, 26.75" Width, 74.5" Length
Frame Types:
High-Step, Step-Thru
Frame Colors:
Olive, Matte Black, Mint Mojito, Zinfandel, Icy Blue, Cream, Storm Cloud
Frame Fork Details:
Hi-Ten Steel Unicrown, Straight Tapered Leg, 100mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Axle with Quick Release Skewer
Frame Rear Details:
142mm Hub Spacing, 12mm Threaded Keyed Axle with 10mm Flats, 17mm Nuts
Attachment Points:
Rear Rack Bosses, Front Rack Bosses, Fender Bosses, Bottle Cage Bosses, Frame Lock Bosses
Gearing Details:
7
Speed 1x7 Shimano Tourney TY Derailleur, Shimano MF-TZ500-7 14-34 Tooth FreewheelShifter Details:
Shimano RevoShift Grip Twist
Cranks:
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 170 mm, 42 Tooth Chainring with Steel Guide
Pedals:
VP-817 Plastic Platform with Rubber Tread
Headset:
Steel Threaded, Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8" Straight
Stem:
Forged Alloy, Quill Style, 60mm to 80mm Length, 25.9mm Clamp Diameter
Handlebar:
Aluminum Alloy, High-Rise, 680mm Width, 100mm Rise
Brake Details:
Tektro Mechanical Disc with 180mm Rotors, Four Finger Levers
Grips:
Comfort Kraton, Flat Rubber or Flat Stitched Faux Leather
Saddle:
Selle Royale Ergonomic with Shock-Absorbing Elastomers
Seat Post:
Promax Aluminum Alloy, Tapered Head, Classic Saddle Clamp (Two Nuts)
Seat Post Length:
330 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
27.2 mm
Rims:
Electra Townie Branded, Aluminum Alloy, Rounded, Double Wall, 28.25mm Outer Width, 36 Hole
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 14 Gauge Front 13 Gauge Rear, Silver with Adjustable Brass Nipples
Tire Brand:
Electra Branded, 26" x 2.35" or 27.5" x 2.35"
Wheel Sizes:
26 in (66.04cm)27.5 in (69.85cm)Tire Details:
Nylon, 40 to 65 PSI, 2.8 to 4.5 BAR
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Aluminum Alloy Rear Rack, Aluminum Alloy Rear-Mount Kickstand (18mm Spacing), Optional Aluminum Alloy Fenders (Black or Silver, $50), Optional Bontrager Trunk Bag ($60), Optional Bontrager Panniers, Optional Electra Linear Cup Holder, Optional Cheers Ringer Bell, Optional Electra Commute Front Tray
Other:
Locking Removable Rear Rack Battery Pack, 1.3lb 2 Amp Charger, Rated Current 9A, Maximum Current 15A, KMC Z9 Chain, Stainless Steel Anti-Rust Hardware
Dave
5 years agoHello, Thanks so much for the review. Very thorough!
My wife currently has a Townie (non-electric). She really enjoys this bike, especially because it is easy for her to step through the frame. We are considering an electric bicycle for her. As such, the first bike I researched was the 7D, since this electric bike you reviewed (7D) is very similar. Can you tell me with a budget around $1500, are there any other electric bikes you would recommend?
Thanks so much,
ReplyDave Cimo
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5 years agoHi Dave! Great question… I do recommend checking out local ebike shops and buying from them when possible. This allows for a better overall experience, including post-purchase support if something goes wrong with the bike. If your budget is $1,500 then there are a bunch of options that I’ve reviewed here on EBR categorized as affordable electric bikes. I do like Electra, but if you want something with a throttle and different battery position, check out the RadCity Step-Thru… because it’s a similar frame style. I also like the Ride1Up 700 Series, but that bike is from a much newer and smaller brand than Electra or Rad Power Bikes :)
ReplyKate Deslauriers
3 years agoBut the RadCity Step-thru weighs over 65# Not for short, scrawny armed little old ladies like me. Some trails do not allow ebikes with throttles. So there is this to consider. But your suggestion of going to local bike shops is spot on. You can try them out, get great (often a little biased) advise, can establish a valuable relationship and find out about the cycling clubs.
Mike R
4 years agoElectra did NOT develop the ‘flat foot’ (crank forward) geometry. It was developed by Felt in the 90’s. Electra was able to somehow secure a US patent in 2010. Electra introduced the Flat Foot technology in 2003, originally licensing it from Felt. (which is why it was not patented in 2003)
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4 years agoWow, thanks for the history lesson here, Mike! I had no idea… and it’s definitely a style and feature that Electra has touted and marketed online and in person when I’ve looked at their bikes. I appreciate you clarifying this :)
ReplyBakari
4 years agoI purchased this bike about a week ago, for a few reasons: it’s the most affordable assembled e-bike in my area, and because the design is pretty good. Thanks to your YouTube video review, I had some knowledge of the 7D when I checked it out in a local bike shop. The salesman wasn’t a help at all. They basically stood by me and waited for me to ask questions. He only perked up after I said I would buy the bike. So the sales commission really should go to you. He did nothing to sell me the bike.
With that said, I’m really enjoying the e-bike experience. I’m riding further distances and have already discovered a trail near my neighborhood that I didn’t know previously existed. I can peddle as much as I want without feeling strain, and I really love the boost the motor gives when I start peddling after a stop. I sometimes get a car lane at a stoplight because I can take off so fast and not slow traffic. Not sure if that’s legal but I prefer it sometimes to getting in a bike lane to cross a street.
The more I check out your reviews, I already know that the 7D won’t be my last bike. There’s at least two other bikes that I wish I purchased instead of the 7D. I really want an e-bike that will go a longer distance and maybe faster. But for now I’ll just enjoy what I have.
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4 years agoHi Bakari! Thanks for your feedback, I’m glad that you enjoyed the review and have found a good ebike. I was impressed by the 7D, Electra has great products and the in-store support is usually awesome… but the technology is still new and unfamiliar to some salespeople in shops, so I’m not surprised that this particular salesperson didn’t know ;) maybe you helped educate them!! Lol, enjoy the ride and share any updates, I hope the bike works well until you upgrade someday.
ReplyCarrie
4 years agoMy husband and I both have townie go bikes. We love them! One BIG problem. My husband’s front bike tire always goes flat. He has had it changed a number of times, but it keeps going flat… even sitting in the garage. So frustrating. Has anyone else experienced this?
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4 years agoHi Carrie! I’ve noticed that because ebikes tend to weigh more, it’s important to check the pressure and “top it off” more frequently. Most tires (even on cars) will slowly lose air over time. perhaps you also have an old or leaky inner tube on that front wheel, or maybe the inside of the rim has a sharp spoke edge poking the tube or maybe a liner that is twisted. There could be many reasons and it’s intriguing to hear that the FRONT tire is going low, because usually the rear wheel receives more weight. I hope these general tips help and you can stop getting those flat tires! I record the recommended tire pressure range for each ebike here on EBR since I know that they can get worn off of the tire sidewall sometimes. I was taught to always keep the pressure at least as high as the minimum recommendation, and higher towards the max if you carry a lot of gear or carry a heavier rider.
ReplySheila Picard
3 years agoThanks so much for the review on the Townie Go! 7D. I am purchasing one in Storm Cloud. The very strange thing is trying to find fenders to match. I can’t reach anyone at Trek, and my local store is telling me they are only available in 2 colors… Silver and black matte. Anyway, I thought this might be worth a mention to those that like fenders on their Townie Go! 7D
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3 years agoThanks for this information Sheila! I do think this will help others who are considering the bike. Which color are you going with? Hope you’re enjoying the rides this Spring!
ReplySheila Picard
3 years agoDecided on the storm cloud color. I bought the black matte fenders. We will see if it will look good. Thank you!
Andy
3 years agoLong term review and thoughts. I bought the Step-thru for my wife a couple years ago, right when they first came out. It is a decent quality bike with a few caveats.
We had a tough time finding easy-to-release pannier bags that would fit on the rack. The Ortileib’s we found at REI work the best for mounting, but come at a cost. Finally, the charger is flimsy and fragile, I do not recommend carrying it in the pannier bag. Trek replaced it once already because she traveled with it, and it got jostled around.
All in all, she loves the bike with the changes. She averages 25 miles between charges. I put an Origin8 portier rack on front and mounted a milk crate so our 16lb dog goes for rides all the time. The bike has the power to carry her and a full load up a fairly steep hill/bluff with little effort. (BTW, she weighs 145lbs and her load is at least 15lbs plus the dog.)
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3 years agoHi Andy! What a wonderful comment to read, very insightful pros and cons. Thanks for mentioning your upgrades and sharing details about the range you’ve gotten and the weight of rider and dog. It sounds like a lot of fun!
ReplyKaren
2 years agoWhen you speak of a heavy load, what is considered. I’m a plus size person looking at this bike. Consider myself a heavy load. If not this ebike, what would you recommend?
Thank you
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2 years agoHi Karen! Most ebikes are rated to at least 250lbs, and I’ve seen people much larger riding them… but the spokes can get loose and break more easily above this limit. I don’t know the official weight rating for the Townie Go! 7D, but Trek/Electra make great products. I would consider them, Specialized, and Giant to be very trustworthy. Trek/Electra is actually my personal most trusted and favorite, because they have the dealers and are so well organized online and in-person. Ebikes are a great way to get outside, be easy on joints, and stay healthy. I cannot officially ensure the weight rating, but I can say this seems like it could be a good option for you, and to maybe ask the dealer for their opinion if you’re concerned :)
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