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In dark Lithium Grey, this Trek District+ 3 Lowstep 545 Wh gives an understated, discreet look to a very complete bike: removable battery, Bosch Active Line Plus motor, 8-speed Nexus, 60 mm suspension fork and 2.40-inch tyres. Trek quotes 26.20 kg in size M. It is offered in four sizes, from S to XL.
| Frame | Alpha Smooth aluminium Lowstep (step-through frame), removable integrated battery, internal cable routing, Motor Armour protection, Post-Mount brakes |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus, 50 Nm; assistance cuts out at 25 km/h in Europe |
| Battery | 545 Wh, integrated in the down tube and removable |
| Controls / display | Bosch Purion 200 on the handlebar |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus 8-speed internal gear hub, ProWheel alloy 170 mm chainset, 18T sprocket, Shimano HG40 chain |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotors front and rear |
| Fork | SR Suntour NVX30 coil spring, adjustable preload, 60 mm travel |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Connection double-wall 32-hole rims / Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite 27.5 x 2.40 in tyres with reflective sidewall |
| Cockpit | Alloy 630 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise, Bontrager adjustable-angle stem, Blendr compatible, Herrmans Clik ergonomic grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Selle Royal Nuvola / alloy suspension seatpost 31.6 mm |
| Equipment | SKS front and rear mudguards, alloy rear rack (25 kg max), Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand, pedals with reflectors |
| Weight | 26.20 kg in size M (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the rider who wants an everyday electric bike that is discreet, doesn't attract too much attention outside the office or the station, and rides in all weathers. It suits riders from 155 to 197 cm according to Trek, and its step-through frame makes life easier at the many stops in town.
District+ 3 Lowstep: the step-through frame gets the big battery. Here, the Alpha Smooth aluminium step-through frame houses a removable 545 or 800 Wh battery, with a Motor Armour skid plate protecting the motor. You keep the easy access of the Lowstep models, and gain an 8-speed Nexus hub, 2.40-inch E6 Hard-Case Lite tyres and a rear rack that takes up to 25 kg.
| Nexus 7-speed + chain | Nexus 8-speed + chain | Nexus + Gates belt | |
| How it works | Gears enclosed in the rear hub | Same principle, one more gear | Carbon belt instead of a chain |
| Maintenance | Chain needs lubing, sealed hub | Chain needs lubing, sealed hub | No grease or rust, just a tension check |
| Reference bike | District+ 1 and 2 | District+ 3 | District+ 2 Belt and 3 Lowstep Belt |
| What it means | Simplicity, change gear when stationary | Wider range for the hills | Clean trousers, very long life |
In other words: this District+ 3 Lowstep weighs 26.20 kg in size M according to Trek. Compared with the District+ 2 Lowstep, it brings a much larger removable battery, one more gear and wider tyres, for just 100 g more.
The SKS front and rear mudguards and the Pletscher kickstand make this District+ ready to ride as soon as it leaves the workshop. The rear rack takes 25 kg according to Trek, enough for a laptop bag in a waterproof pannier. Pair it with a good-quality D-lock and think about insurance.
The Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors offer progressive braking that is easy to modulate on wet roads. The Active Line Plus motor assists up to 25 km/h, the European legal limit. An annual service in the workshop lets us check the pads, the hub and Bosch updates.
| Model | Motor | Battery | Drivetrain | Weight (size) |
| District+ 2 Lowstep | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, chain | 26.10 kg (M) |
| District+ 3 Lowstep | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 545 or 800 Wh | Nexus 8-speed, chain | 26.20 kg (M) |
| District+ 3 Lowstep Belt | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 545 or 800 Wh | Nexus 8-speed, belt | 25.20 kg (M) |
| District+ 4 Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm | 545 or 800 Wh | Nexus 5-speed, belt | 25.60 kg (M) |
Our take: this dark grey shares the spec sheet of the Dark Aquatic blue, in the same sizes from S to XL. With 545 Wh, it covers everyday use; the 800 Wh is for long rides.
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LVR sizing advice The District+ 3 Lowstep ranges from S (155 to 165 cm) to XL (186 to 197 cm) depending on the colour, with an 85 mm stem in S and M and 105 mm in L and XL. If you are between two sizes, the smaller one gives a more upright posture, ideal in town.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Do I need a specific lock? | A good-quality D-lock or chain lock, and ideally theft insurance. |
| What servicing should I plan for? | An annual service with a check of the brakes, hub and Bosch system. |
| Can I carry a laptop? | Yes, in a waterproof pannier on the rear rack (25 kg max). |
| Is the grey discreet? | Yes, Lithium Grey is an understated dark grey. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict A discreet, complete District+ 3 Lowstep, ready for everyday journeys in all weathers. Its dark Lithium Grey gives it understated elegance.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we advise you on a lock and insurance, and carry out the annual service and Bosch diagnostics on your District+.
Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.
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