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All in black, this straight-frame Trek Inbound+ 2 B keeps its secrets well: the Bosch motor blends into the rear wheel hub and the 360 Wh PowerTube battery disappears into the down tube. A Gates Sidetrack belt replaces the chain, and the bike weighs 20.70 kg in size L according to Trek. Dark Star is a deep, plain black that keeps the silhouette discreet.
| Frame | Alpha Smooth aluminium, straight frame with horizontal top tube, integrated cables |
| Fork | Rigid, aluminium |
| Motor | Bosch integrated into the rear hub, Bosch smart system, 45 Nm, 250 W, assistance up to 25 km/h |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 360 Wh, removable and lockable |
| Controls / display | Bosch Purion 200 on the handlebar |
| Drivetrain | Gates Sidetrack belt, single speed, 60-tooth chainring, 22-tooth sprocket |
| Brakes | Shimano hydraulic disc, MT201 levers, UR300 calipers, 180 mm rotors front and rear |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Kovee double-wall Tubeless Ready rims (23 mm), Shimano QC300 front hub / Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite 700x50 tyres, reflective sidewalls, aramid bead |
| Cockpit | Alloy lowriser 690 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise, 11° backsweep; Bontrager adjustable-angle stem, Blendr compatible, 70 or 110 mm depending on size |
| Saddle / seatpost | Selle Royal Vivo Moderate Ergo / Bontrager alloy seatpost 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm |
| Equipment | SKS mudguards, MIK-compatible alloy rear rack, Pletscher Comp Flex 40 kickstand, Bontrager City pedals |
| Weight | 20.70 kg in size L (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the student or young professional who parks their bike on the street and prefers a model that doesn't draw attention. It's also for those who want neither to maintain a chain nor adjust a derailleur, and whose route stays in town or the immediate suburbs.
The Gates belt: the drivetrain you forget about. On this Inbound+ 2 B, there's no chain and no derailleur: a toothed Gates Sidetrack belt links a 60-tooth chainring to a 22-tooth sprocket. It never needs greasing, doesn't rust, won't stain your trousers and runs silently. The Alpha Smooth aluminium frame, with its horizontal top tube, routes the cables internally for a clean look.
| Gates belt, 1-speed (B) | Shimano ESSA, 8-speed (R8) | Shimano CUES, 10-speed (R10) | |
| How it works | Toothed belt, single ratio | Chain and 8-speed derailleur | Linkglide chain, 10 speeds |
| Maintenance | No oil, no indexing adjustment | Standard lubrication and adjustment | Lubrication, parts designed to last |
| Straight-frame version | 20.70 kg (L), 360 Wh | 21.50 kg (L), 360 Wh | 22.60 kg (L), 600 Wh |
| What it means | Clean and quiet, flat towns | Versatile, moderate hills | Long distances, repeated climbs |
In short: the Inbound+ 2 B is the simplest and lightest straight-frame version in the range, 20.70 kg in L. A single speed, a maintenance-free belt and the Bosch motor in the rear wheel: it's aimed at town and its surroundings rather than big climbs.
The battery locks into the frame with a key and comes out in seconds: you take it up to the flat to charge it and leave the bike in the garage or courtyard. Parked on the street, it stays locked to the frame. You'll still need a good D-lock, and theft insurance is worth considering, a sensible habit for any e-bike in town.
The Gates belt isn't bothered by rain or salt: no rust, no squeaky dry chain after a winter outdoors. The assistance, limited to 25 km/h, is controlled from the Bosch Purion 200 control, within thumb's reach. The Shimano hydraulic brakes with 180 mm rotors keep a consistent bite in wet weather, where rim brake pads would fade.
| Model | Motor / battery | Drivetrain | Frame | Weight (size) |
| Inbound+ 2 B | Bosch hub 45 Nm / 360 Wh | Gates belt, 1-speed | Straight | 20.70 kg (L) |
| Inbound+ 2 B 540 | Bosch hub 45 Nm / 540 Wh | Gates belt, 1-speed | Straight | 21.60 kg (L) |
| Inbound+ 2 R8 | Bosch hub 45 Nm / 360 Wh | Shimano ESSA 8-speed | Straight | 21.50 kg (L) |
| Inbound+ 2 R10 | Bosch hub 45 Nm / 600 Wh | Shimano CUES 10-speed | Straight | 22.60 kg (L) |
Our take: the same bike as the beige and green versions, this black is chosen for its discretion. Compared with the Inbound+ 2 R10 (22.60 kg in L, 600 Wh, 10 speeds), it weighs 1.90 kg less but offers only one gear and 360 Wh.
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LVR sizing advice The straight frame starts at size M (155 to 173 cm). Between two sizes, the M with its 70 mm stem gives a more upright position, very comfortable in town; the L and XL move to a 110 mm stem for a slightly more stretched-out position.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Is the black visible at night? | The E6 tyres have reflective sidewalls; add powerful lights if you ride late. |
| Can the bike be left outside? | Yes, occasionally; remove the battery and use a sturdy lock. |
| Which lock should I choose? | An approved D-lock attached to a fixed point, plus a cable for the front wheel. |
| Does the belt mind the rain? | No, it doesn't rust and needs no lubricant. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict An understated, robust electric city bike, made for riding every day without a second thought. Its plain black gives it an elegant look and real discretion when parked.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we advise you on locks and insurance, check the brakes and belt at every service and run the Bosch diagnostics on the motor and 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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