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https://electricbikereview.com/electra/townie-go-7d-step-thru/ The Electra Townie Go! 7D Step-Thru is one of the most affordable name brand electric bikes on the market right now, priced to compete with online ebikes but offers dealer assembly, fitting, post-purchase support, and comes in two frame styles and seven color options! The step-thru is a small-medium with 26" tires and the high-step is a medium-large with 27.5" tires. Two gender neutral color options for the step-thru presumably for guys who aren’t as tall or have sensitive knees and hips like me. Class 1 ebike with three levels of assist, minimalist buttons are easy to use, limited clutter with internally routed cables, easy to use twist shifter operates the 7-speed Shimano cassette with wide 14-34 tooth freewheel. Large 180mm mechanical disc brakes provide good stopping power, wide 2.35" tires provide comfort and stability, extra-wide saddle with elastomer bumpers and high-rise handlebar provide an upright body position. Unique "Flat Foot" frame geometry makes it easy to touch the ground when stopped while still providing good leg extension for pedaling. Excellent weight distribution with downtube mounted battery pack. The battery and motor are so hidden that it hardly looks like an ebike! Lower than average 250wh battery capacity and 250 watt motor pair nicely for an efficient ride and keep the overall weight and price low. Torque and cadence sensing pedal assist feel natural. Fenders, racks, lights, and other accessories all add to the cost. Tires seem kind of basic with no puncture protection.
0:00 Introduction overview, last-gen comparisons, total weight
0:48 Step-thru with 26" wheels and high-step with 27.5" wheels
1:26 Pricing details $1,750 USD, five color options for step-thru
2:16 Bottle cage mount, lots of mounting points, chain cover etc.
2:51 New battery design, removability, capacity and care tips
4:15 Battery charger and plug interface on the bike
5:10 Motor stats: planetary geared hub with 250w 40nm torque
5:39 Satisfying pedal assist combines torque and cadence sensing
6:50 Drivetrain & Shifter: 42T chainring, 14-34 tooth freewheel
7:55 Motor power cable vulnerability, fairly basic CST tires
9:10 Mounting points for fenders, racks, lights, and more
9:52 Maximum weight capacity ~250lbs, lots of rack options
10:27 Flat Foot geometry for easy mounting and stabilizing
12:07 Quill stem, high rise handlebar, matching rubber grips
12:55 Mechanical disc brakes with 180mm rotors, trade-offs
14:20 Rear hub spacing, axle design, kickstand details
15:17 Basic saddle clamp, no rack or USB included, steel parts
16:45 Other accessories sold by Trek, Bontrager, and Electra
17:13 Powering the bike on and using the button pad display
19:28 How to activate and use walk mode, hold – then +
20:09 Ride test begins with handheld camera!
22:14 Testing lower levels of assist and shifting
23:37 Frame mounted camera for noise tests and shifting closeup
25:42 Third person camera shots of me riding by
26:13 Conclusion and resources: local shops, compare tool, forums