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The Trek District+ 2 Belt Lowstep combines a step-through frame, a Gates CDC CenterTrack belt and a 7-speed Shimano Nexus hub: a grease-free, quiet, almost maintenance-free drivetrain. The 50 Nm Bosch Active Line Plus motor, 400 Wh CompactTube battery, 60 mm suspension fork and suspension seatpost complete the package, for 26.10 kg in size M according to Trek. It is offered here in Trek Black, an all-over black.
| Frame | Alpha Smooth aluminium, Bosch battery integrated in the down tube, internal cable routing, belt-compatible frame, Post-Mount brakes, Lowstep (step-through frame) |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus, 50 Nm; assistance cuts out at 25 km/h in Europe |
| Battery | Bosch CompactTube 400 Wh, integrated in the down tube |
| Controls / display | Bosch Purion 200 on the handlebar |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus C3001 7-speed internal gear hub, ProWheel alloy 170 mm chainset, Gates CDC CenterTrack belt, 22T sprocket |
| 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 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 | Bontrager Boulevard / alloy suspension seatpost 31.6 mm |
| Equipment | Wide SKS mudguards, MIK-compatible alloy rear rack, Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand, pedals with reflectors |
| Weight | 26.10 kg in size M (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the busy commuter who heads to the office in light-coloured trousers and won't put up with chain marks on their clothes, or for anyone who never wants to lube a drivetrain again. With its three sizes, from 140 to 200 cm according to Trek, it suits almost every rider, and its step-through frame makes frequent stops easier.
The Gates belt: the end of the greasy chain. This District+ 2 Belt Lowstep replaces the chain with a Gates CDC CenterTrack belt: a toothed band reinforced with carbon fibre, guided by a central ridge, which needs no grease and doesn't rust. Paired with the 7-speed Nexus hub, it gives a clean, quiet drivetrain on an Alpha Smooth aluminium step-through frame designed from the outset to take it.
| 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: at the same weight as the chain-driven District+ 2 Lowstep (26.10 kg in M according to Trek), this Belt version eliminates chain maintenance and stains on your clothes. It is the cleanest option in the District+ 2 range.
A toothed belt barely stretches and doesn't rust: where a chain needs lubing and regular replacement, the Gates belt is content with a rinse and a tension check in the workshop. Its CenterTrack central ridge keeps it aligned on the sprockets. It only works with an internal gear hub, hence the pairing with the Nexus.
The Bosch Active Line Plus motor works at the bottom bracket; it drives the belt with 50 Nm of torque and stops assisting at 25 km/h, like any European e-bike. Quiet in operation, it goes well with the hushed running of the belt: along the quays of the Canal du Midi, all you hear is the tyres rolling.
| 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+ 2 Belt Lowstep | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, belt | 26.10 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: at 26.10 kg in M, this Belt weighs the same as the chain-driven District+ 2 Lowstep: the belt costs nothing in weight. The District+ 3 Lowstep Belt (25.20 kg) adds a removable 545 or 800 Wh battery and an eighth gear.
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LVR sizing advice This model covers three sizes: S (140 to 160 cm), M (160 to 180 cm) and L (180 to 200 cm). The stem is 85 mm in S and M, 105 mm in L. The belt needs no size-related adjustment: only the riding position matters.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| How long does a belt last? | Much longer than a chain in urban use; we check its tension at every service. |
| Does it need lubing? | No, never: a rinse with water is enough. |
| Can I fix a puncture and remove the wheel? | Yes, with a little more method than with a chain; we show you the procedure. |
| Is black suitable for evening riding? | It is a dark shade: rely on good lights and reflective accessories. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The cleanest and quietest District+ 2, thanks to its Gates belt and sealed Nexus hub. Its all-over black goes with any town outfit.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we check the belt tension, service the Nexus hub and carry out Bosch diagnostics and updates 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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