Total Weight:
47.4 lbs (21.5 kg)
(46.5lb for Step-Thru Frame)Battery Weight:
6.4 lbs (2.9 kg)
(7.1lb with Trek Removable Integrated Battery RIB Shield and Handle)Motor Weight:
6.39 lbs (2.89 kg)
Frame Material:
High Performance Hydroformed Aluminum Alloy
Frame Sizes:
17.7 in (44.95 cm)19.3 in (49.02 cm)21 in (53.34 cm)Geometry Measurements:
41.9cm Large High-Step Measurements: 19.25" Seat Tube, 22.75" Reach, 30.25" Stand Over Height, 33" Minimum Saddle Height, 26.25" Width, 46" Wheelbase, 73.5" Length, 49.1cm Large Step-Thru Measurements: 19.25" Seat Tube, 22.75" Reach, 17" Stand Over Height, 33" Minimum Saddle Height, 26.25" Width, 46" Wheelbase, 73.5" Length
Frame Types:
High-Step, Step-Thru
Frame Colors:
Gloss Nautical Navy
Frame Fork Details:
SR Suntour Mobie25 Coil Spring Suspension, 50mm Travel, Progressive Lockout, Preload Adjust, Rebound Adjust, Black Anodized Stanchions, 100mm Hub Spacing, 15mm Thru-Axle with 6mm Hex Bolt
Frame Rear Details:
135mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Skewer with 5mm Bolt
Attachment Points:
Rear Rack Mount, Fender Mounts, 2 Bottle Bosses, Bosch Range Boost Battery Mount
Gearing Details:
9
Speed 1x9 Shimano HG200 11-36 Tooth Cassette, Shimano Alivio T4000 Long Cage DerailleurShifter Details:
Shimano Alivio M4000 Triggers on Right (Two-Way High, Three-Shift Low)
Cranks:
Prowheel, Aluminum Alloy, 170mm or 175mm Length, 104 BCD, 40 Tooth Narrow-Wide Steel Chainring with Aluminum Alloy Guard
Pedals:
Bontrager Satellite City, Molded Plastic with Reflectors and Steel Core
Headset:
FSA Integrated, Tapered 1-1/8" to 1-1/5"
Stem:
Bontrager Aluminum Alloy, 70mm or 90mm or 100mm Length, 7-Degree Rise, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, Blendr Accessory Compatible, Three 10mm Spacers
Handlebar:
Bontrager Aluminum Alloy, 600mm or 660mm Width, 15mm Rise, 31.8mm Bore
Brake Details:
Shimano MT200 Hydraulic Disc with 180mm 6- Bolt RT26 Rotors, Dual-Piston Calipers, Shimano BL-MT200 Three-Finger Levers with Adjustable Reach
Grips:
Bontrager Satellite Elite, Rubber, Ergonomic, Lock-On
Saddle:
Bontrager Commuter Comp
Seat Post:
Bontrager Comp, 6061 Aluminum Alloy, 8mm Offset
Seat Post Length:
400 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
31.6 mm
Rims:
Alexrims MD35, 6061 Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, 584X35, 32 Hole
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 14 Gauge, Black with Nipples
Tire Brand:
Schwalbe G-One, 27.5" x 2.25" (650Bx57c)
Wheel Sizes:
28 in (71.12cm)Tire Details:
26 to 54 PSI, 1.8 to 3.7 BAR, All Around RG, Performance, Reflective Sidewall
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Racktime Aluminum Alloy Rear Rack (25kg 55lb Max Weight, Standard Gauge Tubing, Racktime Slide, Bungee Loops), Blendr Compatible Stem, Plastic Fenders (65mm Width), Clear Plastic Slap Guard, Rear-Mount Kickstand (18mm Mounting Point), Fork-Mounted Hermans H-BLACK MR8 E-BIKE Integrated Headlight (6-12 Volt, 180 Lumens, Side Windows), Rack-Mounted AXA Blueline-E Integrated Rear Light (2 LED), Aluminum Alloy Derailleur Guard, Optional Bosch Range Boost Second Battery Mount
Other:
Locking Removable Downtube-Integrated Battery Pack, 1.7lb 4 Amp Charger, Maximum Cadence > 120 RPM Motor Support, ABUS Locking Core (Keyed-Alike Code Card), KMC E9S Chain, Maximum Total Weight Limit 300 pounds (136 kg)
Stephen Mercier
5 years agoCourt I understand you cannot use a Bosch powerpack 500 as the 2nd battery. That is a shame since I already own a few. Which bike do you personally prefer at their respective price points, The Allant + 7 or the Verve 3+ ?
ReplyCourt
5 years agoHi Stephen! I think that you CAN use the PowerPack 500 as the second battery pack, as long as you buy the mount from Trek. I’m not 100% sure if they sell it independently or include the battery. The only bike that is not compatible with the PowerPack 500 Range Boost is the step-thru version of the Allant+ 7 :) I personally do like the Verve models, but the suspension on the Allant+ 7 wins me over for sure, it’s more comfortable and with my sensitive back and neck, it’s something I’d happily pay for.
ReplyRick
5 years agoI was informed by Trek That a Quill Stem with Adjustable Riser is an available part for $29.99 . Works with All the Alliant Models : Comes in 85 mm and 105 mm lengths and is listed here.
ReplyCourt
5 years agoAwesome! That’s a good find, thanks Rick. My experience with adjustable angle stems is that they can get a little loose over time if you ride off-road. Keep an eye on the bolts, tighten it occasionally if you feel play, and I hope it works great for you!
ReplyRyan Miller
5 years agoGreat review as always Court! I’m trading in my Bulls Urban Evo for the S version of this in the states. So Speed-Pedelec that is available in Silver. Only thing I dislike is the Purion display. I want to upgrade to the Bosch Kiox if possible. Court, do you know if that can be an upgrade made on this bike? Thanks!
ReplyCourt
5 years agoHi Ryan, that’s awesome! I’d love to hear your thoughts once the bike arrives and you get some time in the saddle. Did you enjoy your BULLS Urban EVO? I liked that one too. Anyway, yeah! I do think it’s possible to swap Purion to Kiox, you just need a shop that will order and install it for you (and possibly update the software so it’s all current). The only issues I see is if Bosch is currently unwilling to sell a Kiox on its own due to supply limitations or marketing purposes ie. encouraging price tiering with bikes that use Kiox vs. Purion. I’d love to hear what you come up with. You could call Propel Bikes in Long Beach or Brooklyn to ask, if you don’t have a local/willing Bosch dealer.
ReplyRyan Miller
5 years agoI did like the Urban Evo. Have had it for couple years. Part of reason I’m trading in is due to lack of Bulls dealers and service here in Iowa though. Trek is big here and our biggest dealer is Trek specific. I went with the Urban Evo back then after watching your review and wanting a speed pedelec but Trek (only brand ever rode) didn’t have any back then. The Allant+ 7S has a lot of same specs as my Bulls plus I can get the double battery with the Trek and the full service with our dealer. I CAN get the Kiox head unit but just not in stock currently but not a big deal right now.
I did look at a newer Bulls bike you reviewed but with lack of dealers (only 1 in Iowa) and price nearly $1,000 more than the Trek I decided against it and go back to Trek.
Want to ride while we are in this quarantine!
Doug
5 years agoAm I reading this right that the two axles require different size hex keys? What is that all about?
ReplyCourt
5 years agoYep, that surprised me as well. Not sure why they didn’t try to match them. There are a lot of little details to consider when building an ebike, and often times, a front and rear axle may be longer, thicker, quick release or not… so I can see how the bolt would be slightly different. This may come from sourcing standardized parts at a cheaper rate vs. making their own axles that match perfectly. It’s a small detail that most wouldn’t notice, I’m glad you caught that and brought it up, Doug ;)
ReplyRichard Ireland
4 years agoI don’t see that as an issue if you carry a proper bike multi-tool.
Mark
4 years agoHi Court, thank you for a great YouTube channel and website! I’m looking for a bike for pavement and light trail duty. This Trek seems to fit the bill, but when I look at your “best bike” list, the OHM Quest is by implication a potentially better option. All things considered, would you say the OHM is still a better choice? I’m 68 yrs old, 6′ tall, 175 lbs and looking for a ride that’s easy on the wrists, and light as possible in a less than $4K price range.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Mark! Great question… these two ebikes are very comparable. What you get from Trek with the Allant+ series is more dealers who can let you test ride, help you get fitted, and provide post-purchase support. I reviewed OHM earlier in the year, and they got the spot… maybe it’s time to look over things again closely. All ebikes have their trade-offs. I really like the CX motor on the Allant+, but it is louder than the Quest. Both have the beautiful in-downtube battery integration, and both have great headlight positioning (though I prefer the slightly higher OHM for safety and being seen by cars). Trek has the second battery option on some frames, and I prefer their compact Bosch charger… but the stand-over height is taller for the high-step. In short, these are very competitive products that both deserve a high ranking. It’s difficult to pick just one ebike, and I thought OHM did an outstanding job with their product, so that’s why they are number one right now. Here’s a link to our compare page, loaded with both models, so you can compare stats back to back ;) good luck and please chime in with which bike you get and how you like it!
ReplyMark
4 years agoHi Court,
Thanks for the thoughtful and detailed response to my original question. I decided to buy the Trek for quick availability and local co/dealer considerations. I was disappointed with the initial dealer set up but after a pointed discussion he made things right. Overall I am happy with the bike. It’s a comfortable and smooth bike. I am surprised how easy it is to ride without any motor boost given the relatively large tire width and weight. I find the motor to be really noisy, even at the Eco setting with a slow cadence. My wife has a Priority Embark which is virtually silent by comparison. My other nit pick, as you have mentioned in other reviews, is the Trek-disabled features on the Purion controller. It’s interesting Trek provides a pile of manuals but I haven’t found any mention of the disabled light switch and walk functions.
Ralph Wager
4 years agoQuestion, really. You mention the shift sensing feature, but in the Trek ad it shows as optional. How can I tell if I have it? Is it a hardware or software issue? Also, if I set the gears down a couple of notches for a hill, if I don’t do it early enough the bike wants to stop. I actually fell over once due to this. What’s a good technique for starting when on an uphill slope?
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Ralph! The shift detection feature is controlled by software, and included automatically with all Gen 2, 3, and 4 generation motors that are not configured for internally geared hubs or CVT hubs. Since the Trek Allant+ 7 has a cassette + derailleur, the Bosch motor will automatically perform shift detection. It’s not a perfect system however, they didn’t want it to cut motor power completely… just ease off a bit. This makes it high performance (more natural feeling) while still achieving some level of hardware protection. It’s something that you might not even notice unless you compared it to other ebike mid-drive motors from Shimano, Yamaha, Brose, or MAHLE.
As for your second question, yes… it’s important to shift down to lower gears well before the bike has moved onto an incline. If you wait until the last moment and try to switch quickly, you will strain the derailleur and mash the gears (possibly bending the teeth on the cassette sprockets). Sometimes riders who are new, or just distracted by talking to friends or looking out for cars, will forget to shift until they feel the difficulty increasing, which means that they are already well into an incline and momentum is slowing. In these cases, it’s best to get off the bike and walk it up the hill vs. trying to shift. More experienced or powerful riders can stand up and take a couple of hard pedal strokes, then shift down gears as the bike coasts and they release pedal pressure. This is what I do when mountain biking if I’ve miscalculated a climb… but it takes a lot of balance and requires more work. Please be careful not to tip over, just stop and then put a foot down if you’re struggling. Shift before climbs, keep your view farther out so you know what’s coming up… I hope this helps :)
Replyralph wager
4 years agojust had a very scary ride. Going downhill about 20 mph, touched the brakes and the bike started to shimmy violently. I thought I would crash, but fortunately was able to stop safely. I had set the shock preload on my Allant 7+ to minimum, thinking I would get a smoother ride. Could this have caused such a violent shimmy? At the shop I took it to, the manager reset the preload and rode it with no problem. They think I’m crazy, but it was definitely shimmying badly. Any ideas? I’m afraid to ride it now as I am 81 and don’t need a fall.
ReplyThanks
Tyson Roehrkasse
4 years agoHey Ralph, glad to hear you were able to stop safely – that sounds like a scary experience! I had a similar experience while riding a different bike, the problem was that the quick-release for my front wheel was not tightened up enough, so activating the brake would cause the wheel to tilt sideways a bit. I believe that the Allant+ 7 does not have quick-release though, so that’s unlikely the cause in this case. You might try posting on the EBR Trek Forum to see if any other Trek riders can help!
Replyralph wager
4 years agoI had a scary experience on my Trek Allant 7+ recently. I was going down a hill about 20mph and nearing the bottom starting around an easy curve the front wheel started shimmying violently. I really thought I would crash, but I was able to brake to a stop without falling. I wonder if anyone else has had this happen and what might have caused it. I took it to the shop and they said there were no mechanical problems. I had loosened the shock pre-load, thinking I would get a smoother ride. However, both the shop mechs and Trek support said that shouldn’t have caused my problem. I noticed that the first thing the shop guy did before riding it was to tighten that pre-load. I have ridden about 15 miles on it since then with the pre-load in mid range and it feels fine now. Any thoughts about this? I’m still a little nervous going fast downhill, but I have had it up to 30 mph with no problem.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Ralph! I wonder if you were experiencing “speed wobble” which happens if the weight of the rider and cargo is towards the back and the fork is a bit slack. I’ve experienced this while riding some step-thru models that had flexy frames, and this could be similar to your loosened preload setting (creating some play and flex in the fork). I’m glad it hasn’t happened again. It sounds like you’re doing a good job by riding slower, tightening preload a bit, and keeping your hands on the handlebars ;)
Replybill
4 years agoThe dinger on my bell would not ring as it was touching the bell, so I shorten the dinger with sand paper and working good now. Do not remove too much.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoGreat tip bill! Thanks :D
ReplyPaul Schutt
4 years agoIs the battery charger for the Allant 7S compatible with both 110v and 220v power supplies?
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Paul, Bosch makes several chargers and I’m not super comfortable making a statement here about this because I don’t want it to break. This would be a good question for the Bosch forums and maybe your local shop :)
ReplyDanny
4 years agoLove this bike but after 1,700 km I’m having to replace the cassette and chain due to 9th gear slipping. It’s annoying as I paid so much for this bike just 8 months ago and I haven’t ridden in the last three months, so 5 months of good hard use. Maybe that’s the new normal with bikes.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHey Danny, that is a bummer… I think mid-drive electric bikes put more strain and wear into the chain, derailleur, and cassette cogs. We’re looking at an Alivio derailleur here, which is three steps up from base in the Shimano groupset. I hope it holds up decently for you in the future, but yeah… I’ve noticed that the added torque of the motor and possibly added weight of the battery motor etc. on ebikes causes additional wear. At least the Bosch motor has a bit of shift detection built in to reduce strain! How much is the replacement-tuneup going to cost you? Maybe the shop will have some tips for reduced wear in the future, or maybe it wasn’t perfectly tuned when you got it brand new? I always try to ease off on pedal pressure when shifting on mid-drives. For reference, I’ve had to take my non electric mountain bike in several times for tuneups and I’ve also experienced some phantom shifting there just due to use.
ReplyTrish Picherack
4 years agoThanks Court for your very informative and objective reviews, I have found them very helpful in learning about ebikes and choosing one to meet my needs. I just bought the Trek Allant 7 low step, picking it up today!
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Trish! How exciting, I hope it works well for you and I’d love to hear your thoughts someday after some use. Enjoy the ride!!
ReplyRon
3 years agoTrek’s Removable Integrated Battery (RIB) makes it impractical to remove the battery when transporting the bike. Since the battery and cover are a single unit, when the battery is removed, the battery compartment is exposed to the elements. This is not ideal when transporting the bike on back of a vehicle. One possible solution would be for Trek to offer a cover for the battery compartment.
ReplyCourt
3 years agoThat’s a really good point, Ron. As much as I like Trek as a company, and as much as I see how the RIB is meant to make batteries easy to remove and carry… they introduce weight, color matching, and transportation issues as you brought up. I hope they consider the cover accessory idea you’ve shared, or refine their design to improve utility with future builds :)
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