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Dressed in Dark Star, a deep, understated black, the Trek District+ 3 N7 360 Lowstep fits in anywhere, from the office to the café in the centre. Beneath the understated look are a Bosch Active Line Plus motor, a 360 Wh PowerTube that comes out of the frame and a Nexus 7-speed hub. It weighs 26.80 kg in size L according to Trek and comes with mudguards, a MIK-compatible rack and a kickstand.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum aluminium Lowstep (low step-over), removable integrated battery, cables integrated through the cockpit, 135x5 mm quick-release rear axle |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus, Bosch smart system, 60 Nm (Trek figure); assistance cuts out at 25 km/h |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 360 Wh, integrated into the down tube and removable |
| Controls / display | Bosch Purion 200 on the handlebar |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus C3001 7-speed internal gear hub, Shimano HG40 chain, 18T sprocket, ProWheel alloy 165 mm chainset |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 coil spring, adjustable preload, 60 mm travel, 100 mm quick release |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, Shimano RT10 centerlock 160 mm rotors |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Kovee double-wall Tubeless Ready 23 mm rims, Shimano centerlock hubs / Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite 700x50 reflective tyres |
| Cockpit | Alloy 630 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise; Bontrager alloy adjustable-angle stem, Blendr compatible, 70 or 110 mm depending on size; ergonomic grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Comfort city saddle, alloy suspension seatpost 31.6 mm, 300 mm |
| Equipment | SKS front and rear mudguards, MIK-compatible alloy rear rack, Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand, city pedals |
| Weight | 26.80 kg in size L (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the professional or student living in a flat who takes the battery upstairs to charge it at home, without hauling the whole bike up. It will suit anyone looking for an elegant, low-key e-bike who doesn't want to spend their Saturdays maintaining a drivetrain.
The Nexus hub: gears out of harm's way. On this District+, the seven gears aren't visible: they're housed inside the rear wheel hub, protected from rain and dust. You can change gear at a standstill, at the lights, without pedalling, something a derailleur can't do. The chain stays straight, with no derailleur exposed to knocks when the bike is parked against a stand.
| Nexus hub + chain | Nexus hub + Gates belt | Shimano CUES derailleur | |
| How it works | Gears hidden in the rear hub | Gears in the hub, carbon belt | External sprockets and derailleur |
| Shifting | Possible at a standstill, at red lights | Possible at a standstill, at red lights | While pedalling, smoothly |
| Maintenance | Low, chain to grease | Very low, no greasing | Regular: cleaning, adjustment |
| Who for | Simple urban journeys | Everyday use without the grime | Varied terrain, sporty rides |
In short: this version pairs the smallest battery in the range, 360 Wh, with the easiest-to-live-with drivetrain. It's the District+ for short, regular journeys, for anyone who wants an e-bike that's ready to ride without a second thought.
The 360 Wh battery is the most compact in the District+ range: it unlocks with the key, slides out of the down tube and charges from an ordinary socket, at the office or in the living room. Bosch recommends storing it somewhere dry at room temperature, never in direct sunlight in a car during a hot Béziers summer.
The Purion 200 control, placed next to the left grip, shows the mode, speed and charge level without cluttering the bar. The Bosch system can be updated, which we do in the workshop; the motor assists up to 25 km/h, as the law requires for an e-bike, and beyond that you pedal freely.
| Model | Motor | Battery | Drivetrain | Weight (L) |
| District+ 3 N7 360 LS | Bosch Active Line Plus | 360 Wh | Nexus 7-speed hub, chain | 26.80 kg |
| District+ 3 N7 540 LS | Bosch Active Line Plus | 540 Wh | Nexus 7-speed hub, chain | 27.70 kg |
| District+ 3 N7 B LS | Bosch Active Line Plus | 540 Wh | Nexus 7-speed hub, Gates belt | 27.20 kg |
| District+ 3 R9 360 LS | Bosch Active Line Plus | 360 Wh | CUES 9-speed derailleur | 26.40 kg |
Our take: with the same battery, this hub-gear Lowstep weighs 400 g more than the derailleur-equipped R9 360 (26.40 kg). You trade a little weight for a better-protected drivetrain and gear changes at a standstill.
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LVR sizing advice The Lowstep frame is chosen mainly by the rider's height: S covers 147 to 155 cm, M 155 to 173 cm, L 170 to 185 cm and XL 185 to 203 cm. Between M and L, the M brings the bar closer and feels reassuring in town, while the L stretches the position for longer rides; the stem goes from 70 to 110 mm in L and XL.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Can the battery be charged off the bike? | Yes, it comes out with the key and charges from a household socket. |
| Which display is on the handlebar? | A compact Bosch Purion 200 control showing mode, speed and charge. |
| Is the black visible at night? | The reflective sidewalls of the E6 tyres make up for the dark colour of the frame. |
| Do I need a special lock? | Get a good-quality D-lock or folding lock and remember to insure the bike. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict An understated, practical District+, perfect for city dwellers who charge their battery at home. The deep Dark Star black gives it discreet elegance.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we hand over your District+ fully set up, explain good charging practice and advise you on locks and insurance.
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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