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Electric city bike Trek District+ 1 matte deep dark blue 400 Wh

Electric city bike Trek District+ 1 midnight blue: Bosch Active Line 400 Wh, Nexus 7-speed, 25.10 kg in L

£1,742.96 Incl. Tax

~~£2,135.10~~ MSRP

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Trek District+ 1 Matte Deep Dark Blue: the simple electric bike for getting to work

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.

Technical specifications

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)

At a glance

✓ Bosch Active Line 40 Nm motor	✓ CompactTube 400 Wh battery
✓ Nexus 7-speed hub	✓ Shimano hydraulic brakes
✓ Mudguards, rear rack, kickstand	✓ 25.10 kg in size L

Who is it for?

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 LVR workshop view

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.

Which District+ should you choose?

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.

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.

Size	L
Rider height (cm)	180-200
Inseam (cm)	85-94
Stem (mm)	105

Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop.

Your questions

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.

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.

Pros
+ Sealed, simple Nexus hub
+ Hydraulic brakes consistent in the rain
+ Elegant matt midnight blue

Cons
- Rigid fork, less comfortable on cobbles
- 400 Wh battery for long rides

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.

Reference TRK-5301468

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