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The Trek Charter+ 4 Nexus 5 belt drive 800 Wh Lowstep combines the step-through frame of the Charter+, the Gates CDX belt, the Shimano Nexus C7000 hub and the 800 Wh Bosch battery. It weighs 31.50 kg in size M according to Trek. Its Bosch Performance Line motor backs you up to 25 km/h. Covellite Blue is an intense, glossy indigo blue.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum aluminium, Lowstep step-through frame, Bosch battery inserted through the top of the down tube, cables integrated through the cockpit, integrated rack and mudguards, bolt-on adjustable rear dropout |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line, 250 W, 75 Nm |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh, Bosch smart system |
| Controls / display | Bosch Purion 200 |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus C7000 5-speed internal gear hub, Gates CDX belt (32T sprocket), ProWheel alloy 170 mm chainset |
| Fork | SR Suntour SF25-NVX32, coil spring, adjustable preload, 63 mm travel |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotors |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Kovee double-wall Tubeless Ready 23 mm rims / Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite 27.5 x 2.40 in tyres with reflective sidewalls |
| Cockpit | Alloy 630 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise, Bontrager alloy 80 mm height-adjustable stem, Blendr compatible, Trek Ergonomic PRO grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Bontrager Boulevard / alloy suspension seatpost 31.6 mm, 300 mm |
| Equipment | Trek Charter aluminium mudguards, rack integrated into the frame, Pletscher Comp Flex 40 kickstand, Bontrager City pedals |
| Weight | 31.50 kg in size M (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the commuter who covers long distances, likes a low step-over and doesn't want to maintain a chain. It fits riders from 147 to 203 cm thanks to its four sizes.
The belt-drive Lowstep that goes the distance. Here Trek pairs the Alpha Platinum step-through frame, the Gates CDX belt and the Shimano Nexus C7000 5-speed hub with an 800 Wh PowerTube. You get the low step-over, the grease-free drivetrain and a large energy reserve, with mudguards, an integrated rack and a Pletscher Comp Flex 40 kickstand.
| Shimano CUES derailleur | Nexus 5 hub + belt | Enviolo hub + belt | |
| How it works | 9 sprockets and a Linkglide chain | 5 gears enclosed in the hub | Continuously variable, no steps |
| Maintenance | Chain needs cleaning and lubing | Grease-free belt, sealed hub | Grease-free belt, sealed hub |
| Reference bike | Charter+ 4 R9, 30.80 kg (M, 540 Wh) | Charter+ 4 Nexus 5, 30.60 kg (M, 540 Wh) | Charter+ 4 Enviolo, 31.60 kg (M, 540 Wh) |
| What it means | Widest gear range | Shifts at a standstill, clean | The ideal gear at any moment |
In short: 260 Wh more than the Nexus 540 Wh Lowstep for an extra 0.90 kg according to Trek (31.50 kg versus 30.60 kg in M). The right choice when journeys get longer or you ride every day without wanting to charge every evening.
The big 800 Wh battery is an ideal match for a maintenance-free drivetrain: you ride a lot, charge rarely and never grease anything. The step-through frame makes frequent stops easy, as well as getting on with a rucksack or a tall pannier.
The Nexus C7000 hub offers 5 gears inside a sealed shell. With the 32-tooth sprocket of the Gates CDX belt and 75 Nm of assistance, pulling away stays easy even when loaded, and you quickly reach cruising speed on the long straight roads of the plain.
| Model | Motor / battery | Drivetrain | Fork | Weight (size) |
| Charter+ 4 Nexus 5 belt 540 Wh Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm / 540 Wh | Nexus 5 + belt | 63 mm coil | 30.60 kg (M) |
| Charter+ 4 Nexus 5 belt 800 Wh Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm / 800 Wh | Nexus 5 + belt | 63 mm coil | 31.50 kg (M) |
| Charter+ 4 Enviolo belt 800 Wh Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm / 800 Wh | Enviolo City + belt | 63 mm coil | 32.50 kg (M) |
| Charter+ 4 R9 800 Wh Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm / 800 Wh | Shimano CUES 9-speed | 63 mm coil | 31.70 kg (M) |
Our take: at 31.50 kg in M, this Nexus 5 800 Wh Lowstep weighs 0.20 kg less than the derailleur-equipped R9 800 Wh. The Enviolo 800 Wh Lowstep (32.50 kg) moves to continuously variable gearing.
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LVR sizing advice You get onto the Lowstep frame from the front, without lifting your leg: the size is chosen mainly on saddle height and reach. Trek's ranges overlap between M and L (170 to 173 cm); in that case, the smaller size gives a more upright position and the larger one more room for long rides. The height-adjustable stem then fine-tunes the position.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| What rider height is it for? | Size S suits riders from 147 cm, XL up to 203 cm according to Trek. |
| Does the 800 Wh battery change the handling? | It adds 0.90 kg carried low in the frame; the bike stays stable. |
| Can I change gear under load? | It's best to ease off the pedals briefly for a smooth shift. |
| Is the blue glossy? | Yes, Covellite Blue is an intense, glossy indigo blue. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The belt-drive Lowstep Charter+ that goes the furthest, combining easy access, cleanliness and large capacity. Its intense indigo blue gives it a distinguished look.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? In Béziers, we set the belt tension, your riding position and the Bosch modes, and advise you on charging the 800 Wh battery.
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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