Trek FX+2 Review | Lightweight, Stealthy City E-Bike

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  • Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
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    The Trek FX+ 2 is a commuter-friendly city e-bike with the soul of a non-electric bicycle. We take a close look at all aspects of the bike, including its performance in our testing process, in this Trek FX+2 video review.
    The FX+2 feels like a traditional bike thanks to its tiny 250W rear hub motor and torque sensor. It looks like a regular bike too! Don’t be fooled, though - it can take you faster and farther than you might expect, and it’s a ton of fun to ride.
    Weighing just 40 lbs, this lightweight bike is super easy to carry! That featherweight frame also makes the bike easy to maneuver, and pedal up to speed.
    Speaking of pedaling, you get an intuitive and expected level of motor assistance from each of the bike’s three pedal-assist settings, making it incredibly easy to use. Check out our Trek FX+ 2 video review for more information! Don’t forget to like and subscribe!
    0:00 Trek FX+ 2 Review
    1:06 Trek FX+ 2 Overview
    3:22 Specs
    8:01 Brake Test
    9:13 Circuit Test
    10:38 Battery/Range Test
    13:53 Motor/Hill Test
    15:20 Trek FX+ 2 Conclusion
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Комментарии • 62

  • @ElectricBikeReport
    @ElectricBikeReport  Год назад +5

    E-Bike Question of the Day ⚡🚴 How many miles would the Trek FX+ 2 take you for your daily commute? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

    • @JEEROFUKU
      @JEEROFUKU Год назад +1

      I live in suburbia, so daily commute will be 40 miles back and forth.

    • @ElectricBikeReport
      @ElectricBikeReport  Год назад +2

      Range extender or keeping the charger with you would advised!

    • @DrLoneyDal
      @DrLoneyDal Год назад +1

      If you prefer a throttle bike, this one is not for you. But if you want a bike that you can peddle with OR without assistance and one that is relatively lightweight for an e-bike, these bikes are keepers. I can go about 80km (50 miles) on the flats with a mix of assist and non-assist depending on wind and grade, more typically 40km with hills mixed in.

    • @norieldela5472
      @norieldela5472 2 месяца назад

      Takes me 60km on a full charge on the lowest assist mode and 39km on mid assist with 423 meter elevation gain according to my strava

  • @frutt5k
    @frutt5k Год назад +14

    Thanks for the best review of this bike to date. Especially the laborious explanation of the torque sensor. I'm a trained bike rider, easily doing 150 km a day on a trekking bike, but I'm also getting older (approaching 70) and I look for a slight assist bike that is compatible with my 90-100 RPM cadence. This FX+2 seems to be the ticket. Thanks again.

  • @ScottStappsintheBAR
    @ScottStappsintheBAR 3 месяца назад +3

    I just bought this bike last weekend. Absolutely love it. It's so smooth and lightweight. All the power I'll ever need in an e-bike.

  • @lhd7105
    @lhd7105 Год назад +4

    Thank you for your insights and the hard-work into this review, much obliged. I ordered one from some good folks near Vancouver, B.C.
    Only with your review could I be so confident of the purchase sight unseen. Really looking forward to finding out how I'll do with it. *fingers crossed*

  • @vinterante
    @vinterante Год назад +12

    Thank You! Finally someone who does a proper hill climb test! I live in a smallish town with a lot of hills, Most rewievs were just people pedel around and have opinions are useless to me. But this one - good jobb!

  • @rort3921
    @rort3921 Год назад +7

    A very comprehensive review! Well done and thanks 👍

  • @DrLoneyDal
    @DrLoneyDal Год назад +5

    Thanks for the great, comprehensive review. This is one of the best, objective reviews that I have seen. Well done!

  • @thecellm8tube
    @thecellm8tube 2 месяца назад

    Awesome review sir! Thanks!

  • @Frnkmrtn
    @Frnkmrtn 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you for a thorough review. This is definitely on my short list since my VanMoof broke down, much like the company itself…

  • @ChilliENZ
    @ChilliENZ 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for the review. Very thorough

  • @ar3zondo
    @ar3zondo Год назад +5

    can you talk about removing rear wheel on the road for a flat

  • @alansmith1315
    @alansmith1315 Месяц назад

    Thanks for the objective review. I'm considering this one and the Aventon Soltera and watched both your reviews. Appreciate your concise, on point delivery. Very helpful for my decision. Noticed that you didn't mention pricing.

    • @ElectricBikeReport
      @ElectricBikeReport  24 дня назад

      Thanks for watching! We appreciate the kudos. Which one are you leaning towards? Pricing changes often so we tend not to mention it unless it's remarkably low or high.

    • @rsoul7282
      @rsoul7282 15 дней назад

      Do yourself a favour and have a look at a Giant Explore E+, much bigger battery, better Yamaha motor with heaps more torque, the motor is mid drive which is superior, greater carrying capacity on the rear rack, has front suspension with a lockout, higher spec brakes, many other features that are noteworthy. The only downside is that it’s considerably heavier, that being said my 10yo son can ride it with ease, and it’s a large size frame.

  • @leelavenkatesh9171
    @leelavenkatesh9171 Год назад +2

    Thank u, can u explain the gears

  • @markcarter613
    @markcarter613 3 месяца назад +1

    Sucks the EU version is restricted to 25kph...any idea if a VPN set to US on the App would work or is it built into the bikes software?

  • @akay1014
    @akay1014 Год назад +4

    Great review, wish you had said how much replacing the battery is.

    • @lhd7105
      @lhd7105 Год назад

      I tried and tried but my google fu is too weak. I couldn't find the service fee info and I couldn't find a price for the FX+2 battery. Maybe some kind soul can necro this comment thread and chip in on the details one of these future days.

    • @richardwebb3013
      @richardwebb3013 10 месяцев назад

      $499.00

  • @beanbae
    @beanbae 5 месяцев назад

    Why is it so hard to find out if these batteries can be replaced at home? I know their Electra brand bikes look pretty bargain-y. But what about the Dual-Sport & FX series>?

  • @norieldela5472
    @norieldela5472 11 месяцев назад

    I have the same bike and love it. I usually get 60km on the lowest assist. Can you link me which battery extender I can buy to increase my range please. There is so many on trek website and don’t know which exactly to get. Thank you.

    • @oumu
      @oumu 2 месяца назад +1

      In case anyone else has this question: It's a bit hidden, but you can find it on the trekbikes listing. Scroll down a bit on the listing, click the "Service" tab, and scroll down to "Find related parts." It's in the battery category.

    • @norieldela5472
      @norieldela5472 2 месяца назад +1

      @@oumu thank you… I just went to my local bike shop and got one

  • @gioinrl
    @gioinrl Год назад

    HI guys, whats do you think? FX+2 or Noko urban?

    • @charleshoms6129
      @charleshoms6129 10 месяцев назад

      I'm also considering whether to buy this FX2 or the Noko Urban. Any suggestions would be highly welcome

  • @haileyhendricks5778
    @haileyhendricks5778 Год назад +1

    Hey how do u use the lights on it? I turn the bike on but lights don’t stay on?

    • @dan69golf
      @dan69golf 3 месяца назад +1

      Hold up for 3 seconds

  • @frutt5k
    @frutt5k Год назад +2

    Bontrager tires last and last and last. Even longer than Schwalbe or Continental.

  • @octagonPerfectionist
    @octagonPerfectionist 9 месяцев назад

    my biggest issue with this bike right now is that the price isn't very far off of the verve+ 2, which is kind of in a diffferent league.

    • @chiane1968
      @chiane1968 26 дней назад

      I am researching both. Can you elaborate on why the Verve is in a different league? Not much info on RUclips.

  • @tsant6591
    @tsant6591 Год назад

    Way too much for a class 1 ebike. The Chinese competition is running away with this market. But I will always love my Verve 2

  • @ar3zondo
    @ar3zondo Год назад

    witch it had bosh display

  • @user-um8zs2vf3w
    @user-um8zs2vf3w 2 месяца назад

    Is the battery replaceable?

  • @richardwebb3013
    @richardwebb3013 10 месяцев назад +1

    Your written review talks about your experience with the throttle. There is no throttle.

    • @ElectricBikeReport
      @ElectricBikeReport  10 месяцев назад

      A throttle is something we wish there was an option for!

  • @yogiyoda
    @yogiyoda 7 месяцев назад +2

    This would be great for under $1000. Trek is asking too much

    • @alimadarshahi1809
      @alimadarshahi1809 6 месяцев назад

      Velotric ST T1 is more powerful, same weight and stealthy and $999

    • @SnoopyReads
      @SnoopyReads 2 месяца назад

      Or the Aventon Soltera.2.

  • @stevenbissett
    @stevenbissett 11 месяцев назад

    Is the bike suitable for fat, lazy baby boomers like me that can't be arsed pedalling? I weigh over 200 pounds.

    • @ElectricBikeReport
      @ElectricBikeReport  11 месяцев назад

      In terms of weight, you'd be fine - a few of our testers are in the same neighborhood. You may want to consider something with a bit more power though, this is definitely one that requires pedaling! Also, no throttle here.

    • @stevenbissett
      @stevenbissett 11 месяцев назад +1

      @ElectricBikeReport Thanks for that. If I'm honest, I'm more like 300 pounds and struggle to lift myself up from the couch.

  • @JEEROFUKU
    @JEEROFUKU Год назад +19

    $2500 price tag for underpowered model. THANKS BUT NO THANKS!

    • @dracorosso7129
      @dracorosso7129 Год назад +11

      The Chinese companies like Himiway are a better buy for the money. Legacy brands like Trek can't compete because of the higher cost structure they built into their business models.

    • @Anon26335
      @Anon26335 Год назад

      @@dracorosso7129 real

    • @kokolovitch56
      @kokolovitch56 Год назад

      So what do you think is good power?

    • @tenrec
      @tenrec Год назад +10

      The lightest Himiway bike weighs 61 lbs. compared to the FX+ 2's 40. It's a completely different riding experience, and a significant issue if you have to carry the bike up stairs or lift it onto an automobile bike rack.

    • @lhd7105
      @lhd7105 Год назад +2

      @Draco Rosso
      I bought a really cheapie no-name Chinese fixie from a local gentleman here in VAncouver some years back. I was really surprised it didn't rust. We are talking servicible steel/aluminum. So yeah go China go!
      Having said that, if you can afford it, by going with a Giant or a Trek you are availing yourself to a whole new level of of certified service and aftermarket ecosystem. So if you can afford it, treat yourself to something better ^___^ But if you gotta save every nickel and dime--I get it. I was there too--like--there are definitely deals from China--if you know what you are doing.
      For my Chinese fixie, I took out the handle-bar for something bull-like, aggressive. I added cork wrap. I added a minimalistic bell. I also added Brooks saddle. All in all, the accessories ended up costing more than the Chinese fixie but it was something I could love ^___^ Trust me, a gel cover on a Brooks saddle and your butt will be in heaven just like if you were riding a chill'n island cruiser as slow as can be.
      The handle-bar was however a tad too aggressive, but it looks coo ^___^