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Powerfly 8 FS Plus
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail e-bike with high-end components.
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$4,999| Weight | 50.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Motor | Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 500Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'0" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Trek Powerfly is a highly capable trail e-MTB, praised for its powerful Bosch motor, adjustable geometry via Mino Link, and robust suspension system. It excels in climbing and offers a fun, stable ride across varied terrain, though its weight and battery life can be limiting factors.
Powerful Bosch Performance CX motor for efficient climbing
Adjustable geometry with Mino Link for versatile riding
Robust suspension system for smooth trail performance
Stable and confident handling on descents
Good range with 500Wh battery for longer rides
Heavy weight affects maneuverability and playfulness
Battery life may require careful management on long rides
Some models lack space for a water bottle
Motor can be noisy at high RPM
Railing an uphill berm is pretty freaking fun.Bicycling
The Trek’s geometry is inspired, the shock tune correct and the bike always feels planted.
Dirt MountainbikeThis is an excellent electric mountain bike with one of the best drive systems currently available, my personal favorite, and it’s probably going to be easier to find in person and test ride than a lot of competitors.
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Oct 2018
Trek’s new 2019 Powerfly gives no mixed messages about its intentions. It is chunky, long, robust and built like a tank. With 160/150mm of travel, 40mm wide rims with 2.8″ tyres, e-bike specific FOX 36 the spec is undoubtedly up for a thrashing, and the chassis also. The newly integrated battery does wonders in making a …
Built tough.
Bosch E-MTB setting feels natural.
Fearless climber.
Length detracts from agility.
Heavy to move around.
Jul 2018 · Chili Dog
First Ride Trek Launches the New Powerfly The Next Evolution Words by Chili Dog | Photos by Margus Riga & Chili Dog Whether you’re aware of it or not, we are in a very special time period. Our sport rarely sees massive
May 2017 · Christoph Bayer
In June last year the American manufacturer Trek launched an updated version of the Trek Powerfly 8. What has this € 4,999 bike to offer?
Apr 2017
Price: $4999.00 | Model Year: 2017 A full suspension trail bike from one of the
A full suspension trail bike from one of the "big three" brands in the US, it offers 130 mm travel with custom tuning for the added weight and power of the bike, excellent weight distribution
Quick-release wheels, removable battery, and removable display make the bike flexible and easy to transport or charge, integrated Micro-USB charging port on the display panel to top your phone or GPS
Innovative adjustable length seat stays, knock-block steering with failsafe rubber guard and longer axles showcase how Trek is pushing bike technology forward, sturdy skid plate and minimalist guide
A bit heavier than expected at ~50.1 lbs, no bottle cage bosses, the Bosch CX drive system produces a bit more noise but offers excellent torque, battery is not as hidden or integrated as some competing models
Apr 2017 · Sean White
The Trek Powerfly is a very well sorted package and was one of the first e-bikes to win us over.
Mar 2017 · Francis Cebedo
The Powerfly 8 is Trek's 130mm travel full suspension e-bike. Based off the Fuel EX-platform, this bike is fully compliant with e-bike regulations and performs well on the trail. - Mtbr.com
Aug 2016 · Taylor Rojek
Trek's pedal-assist mountain bike is wildly popular in Europe—and it just made the leap to the US
Jul 2016
Verdict: Highly capable and solidly specced trail bike with good ride and range
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, Boost148, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Knock Block steerer stop, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, 130mm travel |
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| Fork | RockShox Yari RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RL, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 205x50mm Travel: 130mm |
| Headset | FSA Knock Block IS-2, E2, sealed alloy cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, Knock Block, 31.8mm, 0 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 750 width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | KS eThirty Integra, remote lever, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset, internal routing Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Wellgo nylon platform |
| Grips | Bontrager inForm Evoke RL, lock-on, ergonomic |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus |
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| Crank | Miranda Delta, 15T |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano M7000 SLX, 11-42, 11 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano M615 Deore hydraulic disc, 203mm front/180mm rear rotors Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | SUNringlé Duroc 40 SL 32-hole (tubeless strips and valves included) |
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| Front Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, Boost110 |
| Rear Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing alloy axle, Boost148 |
| Tires | Bontrager Chupacabra, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 27.5x2.80" |
| Motor | Bosch Performance CX, 250 watt, 75Nm |
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| Battery | Bosch Powerpack Performance 500 downtube |
| Remote | Bosch Intuvia Performance |
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Last updated July 21
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