How to Choose an Electric Bike
Electra Townie Go! 5i EQ Step-Thru Electric Bike
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Climb hills and shorten commutes with the Bosch-powered Electra Townie Go! 5i EQ Step-Thru electric bike. Delivering comfort, control and pedal assist, it makes riding even more of a blast.
Key Details
E-Bike Classification
Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph
Motor
Bosch Active Line Plus 250W
Battery Capacity (Wh)
400 watt hours
Weight
55 pounds
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- 250W Bosch Active Line Gen 3 motor provides pedal assist up to 20 mph, with a range of 20 to70 mi. and 4 levels of support from Eco to Turbo
- Bosch Purion display tracks your ride statistics and makes changing between assist modes a breeze
- Charging is quick and easy with the PowerPack 400 battery and 4-amp charger
- Patented Flat Foot Technology® ensures a relaxed, efficient pedaling position and lets you easily place both feet flat on the ground when you come to a stop
- New Shimano NEXUS Inter-5E hub is specifically designed and calibrated for the power of an e-bike motor
- Front and rear LED lighting provides visibility in low-light conditions
- Equipped with color-matched fenders to keep you clean
- Frame-mounted lock near the rear tire helps keep your ride secure
- 26 x 2.35 in. puncture-resistant balloon tires offer a smooth ride over any terrain
- Ergonomic saddle and grips ensure comfort and style
- Equipped with MIK compatibility to easily secure any MIK accessory (accessories not included)
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This e-bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
UL2849 certified
View the Electra Townie Product LineView all Electra Electric City Bikes- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
UL2849 certified
| Best Use | Urban Cycling |
|---|---|
| E-Bike Classification | Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus 250W |
| Motor Type | Mid-Drive |
| Motor Torque (Nm) | 50 Newton meters |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Capacity (Wh) | 400 watt hours |
| Battery Removable | Yes |
| Charge Time (hrs) | 3.5 hours |
| Pedal Assist Range | 20-70 miles |
| Frame | 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Step-Through | Yes |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | High-tensile steel unicrown, straight/tapered leg |
| Fork Travel | Not Applicable |
| Crankset | Forged alloy 170 mm, Bosch Type, 38T FSA chainring |
| Shifters | Shimano Nexus 5-speed twist with optical display |
| Rear Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano 30T |
| Number of Gears | 5 gear(s) |
| Internally Geared | Yes |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Tektro hydraulic disc brakes |
| Brake Levers | 3-finger |
| Rims | Painted or anodized alloy 26 in. 36H |
| Front Hub | Alloy low-flange with Center Lock disc brake 36H |
| Rear Hub | Shimano NEXUS Inter-5E 5-speed internal with Center Lock disc brake, 36H |
| Wheel Size | 26 inches |
| Tires | Schwalbe Fat Frank 26 x 2.35 in. balloon with puncture-resistant aramid guard casing |
| Tire Width | 2.35 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | Alloy custom bend (width: 25.9 in.; rise: 4 in.) |
| Stem | Forged alloy 25.4 mm quill, 80 mm extension |
| Seat Post | Alloy micro-adjust 27.2 x 350 mm |
| Saddle | Ergonomic with shock-absorbing elastomers |
| Pedals | Alloy platform with nonslip rubber tread |
| Headset | 1-1/8 in. steel threaded/semi-integrated |
| Chain | KMC Z1EHX nickel-plated |
| Weight | 55 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
Electra Bikes (186198)
| One Size | |
|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'11'' - 6'1'' |
| Reach | 32.3 |
| Stack | 59.7 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 44.8 |
| Standover Height | 50.5 |
| Head Tube Length | 21.7 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 69 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 67 |
| Wheelbase | 119.2 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
