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The Trek District+ 1 is the entry point to Trek's electric city bikes with a straight top tube: 40 Nm Bosch Active Line motor, 400 Wh Bosch CompactTube battery hidden in the down tube and 7-speed Shimano Nexus hub. Trek quotes 25.10 kg in size L, equipment included. The motor assists you up to 25 km/h, the e-bike limit in Europe. Its Matte Deep Dark Blue is a deep midnight blue with a matt finish, understated and elegant.
| Frame | Alpha Smooth aluminium, Bosch battery integrated in the down tube, internal cable routing, belt-compatible frame, Post-Mount brakes |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line, smart system, 40 Nm; assistance cuts out at 25 km/h in Europe |
| Battery | Bosch CompactTube 400 Wh, integrated in the down tube |
| Controls / display | Bosch LED remote (smart system) |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus C3001 7-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 | Rigid aluminium (Verve), steel steerer, ThruSkew skewer |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Connection double-wall 32-hole rims / Bontrager H2 Comp 27.5 x 2.00 in tyres |
| Cockpit | Alloy 630 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise, Bontrager adjustable-angle stem, Blendr compatible, Herrmans Clik ergonomic grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Selle Royal Nuvola / Bontrager alloy seatpost 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset |
| Equipment | Wide SKS mudguards, MIK-compatible alloy rear rack, Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand, pedals with reflectors |
| Weight | 25.10 kg in size L (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the commuter who wants to leave the car in the garage for a journey of a few kilometres, for example between the outer districts and the centre of Béziers. It suits a tall rider, from 180 to 200 cm according to Trek, looking for a reliable bike with no settings to learn, ready to ride in all weathers with its mudguards and rear rack.
The District+ 1: the urban e-bike reduced to the essentials. Trek has built this model around a straight-top-tube Alpha Smooth aluminium frame with smoothed welds, which hides the Bosch CompactTube battery in the down tube. The front end stays rigid: no suspension fork, so less weight and nothing to adjust. Comfort comes from the 2-inch tyres and the Selle Royal Nuvola saddle.
| 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: the District+ 1 relies on a smooth, quiet Bosch Active Line motor and derailleur-free mechanics. It is the lightest straight-top-tube District+ in this series, at 25.10 kg in size L.
The internal gear hub is this bike's great strength. The seven gears are enclosed in the rear hub, protected from dust and rain: no derailleur sticking out and getting bent when the bike falls over in a car park. Another very urban advantage: you can change gear when stationary, at a red light, and set off straight away in the right gear.
The Shimano MT200 brakes are hydraulic discs: the fluid transmits the lever force with no cable to stretch, and braking stays consistent in the rain, which rim brake pads can't guarantee. The 160 mm rotors are more than enough for urban use, including on the way down the street from Saint-Nazaire cathedral.
| Model | Motor | Battery | Drivetrain | Weight (size) |
| District+ 1 | Bosch Active Line 40 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, chain | 25.10 kg (L) |
| District+ 1 Lowstep | Bosch Active Line 40 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, chain | 24.30 kg (M) |
| District+ 2 | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, chain | 26.60 kg (L) |
| District+ 3 | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 545 or 800 Wh | Nexus 8-speed, chain | 26.60 kg (L) |
Our take: the District+ 1 is the lightest straight-top-tube frame in this comparison (25.10 kg in L). The District+ 2 adds a suspension fork and 10 Nm of torque for 1.50 kg more; the District+ 3 moves to a removable 545 or 800 Wh battery.
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LVR sizing advice This District+ 1 is offered here in size L only, which Trek designs for riders from 180 to 200 cm with an 85 to 94 cm inseam. The 105 mm adjustable-angle stem lets you set the handlebar height: drop into the shop to check your position.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Is 400 Wh enough for commuting? | For daily urban journeys, yes; real-world range depends on the mode, terrain and your weight. |
| Does the Nexus hub need servicing? | Very little: an occasional workshop service and a clean chain are all it takes. |
| Does it have a suspension fork? | No, it is rigid; the 2-inch tyres cushion small bumps. |
| Is the matt blue fragile? | A matt finish cleans up with soapy water, without any polishing product. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict An honest, easy-going electric city bike that covers most daily journeys without complicated mechanics. Its matt midnight blue gives it a discreet, polished air.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, we set the saddle height and stem angle to suit your build, check the Bosch system and service the Nexus hub in our workshop.
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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