Trek dealers should be able to help if there ever was a drop or chain break, and thats part of what you pay for with these products, a great network of friendly dealers ;) good luck! It looks almost like a cruiser style ebike with that taller sweeping top tube. My only major complaint is the rear fender.
Cheers! Not only are the reviews detailed and the information easy to absorb, you seem to have a great future in front and behind the camera.
That is far from the truth. Im glad to hear you are enjoying your Verve+ 2, although that is definitely disappointing to hear about the chain derailing issue.
I feel much better about that.
It's a great bike for a range of recreational riders, from first-timers and commuters to veteran riders looking to get back in the saddle.Why you'll love it- It has a host of design details that make a huge difference in comfort, like a suspension seatpost and adjustable stem- Verve's upright geometry puts you in the perfect position to see the world around you- This bike brings people togetherattach a trailer and tow your kids, meet up with friends to cruise the bike path, or commute to the office with coworkers- Disc brakes perform well in any weather, let you slow down or stop faster, and require less effort to activate than rim brakes- Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by Trek's Lifetime warranty, which means you get a companion for life, Alpha Gold Aluminum, lowstep, rack & fender mounts, DuoTrap S compatible, IS disc brake mount, Verve Alloy, threaded steel steerer, rack mounts, post mount disc, 460mm axle-to-crown, ThruSkew 5mm QR, 1-1/8" threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, Bontrager Connection, alloy, double-wall, 32-hole, schrader valve, Bontrager H5 Comp, wire bead, 30 TPI, 700c x45, Shimano Tourney TY710, 34.9mm clamp, top swing, dual pull, Bontrager alloy quill, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, Blendr compatible, Alloy, adjustable suspension, 27.2mm, 300mm length.
I doubt there are many who understand all the leg work Involved just to get to the point of making the Video review, plus you are traveling all over to boot. I really dont think that the chain is going to fall off if you and your wife are mostly riding on streets and sidewalks. It was easy to slip it back on the first three times (just turn the bike upside down and glide it back on).
The description they sent shows it is Class 3 as well. On rainy days the rear end of the frame and my panniers and back are coated in wet road sludge.
Awesome!
Once I find the suspected bent links in the chain, I use two pairs of pliers to wiggle the two links to loosen them up.
Leverages the Shimano STePs drive system keeping weight low and centered across the frame, the An efficient road-style electric bike with narrow slick tires and carbon fiber fork available in five frame sizes.
This item is eligible for delivery in select areas. Thanks Ron :D. Trek is one of the Big Three bicycle manufacturers along with Giant and Specialized. The metal support arms that hold the plastic chain cover act as a guide, and there isnt much clearance on either side of the chainring for the Bosch Active Line motors with this setup. Perhaps its just not on the step through bike? Glad youre loving the bike itself :D. Your email address will not be published.
Love the bike so far so smooth and responsive!
Like you, I like the stock saddle, so I didnt change anything out.
I see the new Treks coming in and they appear to have the wider, stouter wheel design.
I am really wanting this bike but have a few concerns.
The extra boost is wonderful.
Use back and forth, and side to side motions with pliers. In the first two months of 2021, I have ridden an additional 750 miles proving that particular chain issue was resolved. Learn how your comment data is processed. Very good review Court.
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I bought Jannd shopping panniers, and do my weekly grocery shopping without having to emit anymore CO2.
This is something I did not experience prior to the chain coming off and getting stuck.
Hey Nick, Im so glad youve enjoyed the bike and EBR! We don't have model specific user manuals, but you can view our standard manual HERE.
Trek Supply Chain still was unable to identify a single chain in the country for my bike.
Being able to get a software update from the local shop is awesome, and get their help learning how to use the bike systems better. He continued saying Trek didnt have any chains available anywhere across the country and it was ok to keep riding until it arrived. You probably have bought your bike. The official community of Trek bike riders around the world.
Great feedback James!
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The photo they sent me looks similar to a combination Verve-Alliant and Dual Sport. Its happened twice to me. When I look at the spec of the non-e bike version it is 29.2 lbs. ZERO derailing issues since.
I commute 20 miles plus each day. The rack uses standard-gauge tubing and also has the standard 25kg/52lb weight limit and will work great for hanging bags or panniers, The integrated lights have also improved in quality compared to the Verve+, here we have a headlight from Hermans that is brighter with side cutouts for more side visibility, as well as being mounted to the fork so it will turn with the handlebars and better illuminate the road ahead.
Thank You for posting this!
Of course, you can also get a new chain to solve the problem. I explained that forum members say that I need a replacement chain ring to be a narrow wide chain ring, however, the CS person said I need a Chain Guide.
Fortunately, since Trek dealers are plentiful they will be able to help you out with the right shade of touch-up paint, While I personally prefer the Purion display because its minimalist and out of the way, it is lacking in features and not removable which leaves it exposed to weather and physical damage when parked at a bike rack, whereas Boschs other displays (Intuvia and Kiox) are removable and more feature-rich. The dealer activated the walk mode and we had the choice of having the lights on all the time, or have it where we can turn them on, we prefer on, all of the time.
I hope this helps!
These tires also have Hardcase Ultimate puncture protection which is some of the best you can get, definitely a welcome feature in places like Colorado where goat-heads are always a cycling hazard, The electrical system is another area where nothing has changed since the Verve+, weve still got the Bosch Active Line mid-drive motor powered by a PowerPack 400 and controlled by the Purion display.
HI Zolt!
The first time was on the road and somehow wrenched it free. Yes, a narrow-wide chainring would help with retention, and that is why many full suspension mountain bikes use them.
One of the issues I have presently is that the chain skips, bad! Thanks for sharing these insights and your methodology for a fix. The Alliant 7 looks great with fenders, rack, lights, AND suspension fork! Trek sells the Bontrager accessories, and they have some awesome little square lights is that what you got for the handlebar, or something else?
Same thing with chain guides, its nice to have, but they opted for a chain cover to keep your pants or dress ends clean here. They said if you buy one in stock which doesnt have the fix they will retrofit.
50lbs doesnt make sense if it could have been 40 lbs. Light weight optimum compaction low void (OCLV) carbon fiber and magnesium frame comes in three sizes.
It would be a great commuter but Im trying to figure out where its weight is coming from.
No need to adjust anything.
My dealer encouraged me to ride slower and in Eco or off mode until the recall to fix this came to Ohio.
Flip chip spacer in the rear swing arm further refines geometry for low and high settings..
Ill also use it when Im on some dirt trails. Hmm, hopefully they make the manuals easier to find in the future!
If your chain is skipping, especially on the smaller sprocket gears on back wheel, it might be because the chain got bent sideways.
Wonderful to hear the dealer was able to customize that stuff for you definitely one of the perks of getting a Trek!
Lights are great, battery is easy to unlock and carry, step-thru design is excellent, and the weight is not too bad (given that its an ebike). It really helps to draw attention to the issue and I hope they resolve this in future models. Neither 8th & 9th gears were available at any pedal assist level. There are still bottle cages that can mount without the bosses but they may not secure as well or require some adhesive to stay in place. I have since called TREK and as previously stated, are sending dealers the necessary upgrades to address this issue.
Having a narrow-wide chainring will definitely help with that, as would having a chain guide but there may not be room for a guide underneath that plastic cover. July 2022 Current turnaround times for shipping: 1-3 days Free shipping for parts and accessories on orders over $99 within the contiguous USA, Free Shipping on Orders Over $99 Within contiguous USA, Latest Estimated arrival date to US PortsPlease allow ~2 weeks for bike to arrive assembled at your local store.Verve 2 Disc Lowstep, Lithium Grey S - In Stock NOW !Verve 2 Disc Lowstep, Rage Red L - In Stock NOW !Verve 2 Disc Lowstep is a hybrid bike designed for comfort and fun on commutes, cruises, and fitness rides.
I welcome your corrections, additions, and feedback in the comments below and the Trek electric bike forums. Its smooth and comfortable, except on the bumpiest parts of the capital crescent trail along the Potomac in DC when front suspension really would be nice. Thats a very big difference.
The fender isnt long enough to cover spray coming off back of the tire.
I think youre correct though I have seen some older Trek models that had walk mode disabled by default, maybe we missed the detail on this review or just got it wrong.
I had another 250 miles by mid-Nov when the chain came off for fourth/final time. Delivers Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, a 10 speed drivetrain with Shimano Deore derailleur and quality A light weight, efficient and more upright city style electric bike with a two year warranty, features an adjustable stem and is available in both high-step and step-thru frame styles in four sizes for improved fit. The assist is very subtle. All fender types have tradeoffs, the upside with plastic is that they weigh less and a bit more resilient and less likely to get bent or dinged, and you dont have to worry about them getting scratched and rusting, The suspension seatpost only has about 30mm of travel but it works wonders for the ride comfort, this is coil suspension and it is adjustable for preload so you can tighten it up a bit if you are a larger rider. Im experiencing with my bike that Eco and Touring give good assistance, but the Sport and Turbo mode gives minimal (if any) additional power.
Thanks again for this opportunity to learn. They have now had my bike for nearly four weeks and today at the end of March, still no chain in their Supply Chain network. The fork has also changed from alloy to solid steel which adds some vibration dampening qualities, the large diameter and greater width of the 700x45c tires means a lower attack angle for smoothing out bumps as well as extra air cushion Theres a lot of small comfort-oriented details here, and together they make the Verve+ 2 a surprisingly comfortable bike considering the minimal suspension, Stopping power is solid thanks to the Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, two-finger levers are extremely easy to actuate, and there are dual-piston calipers and 160mm rotors in both the front and rear.
Can anyone confirm that the Verve +2 chain coming off issue is now fixed. This is a 19 setup with a range of 11-36 on the rear cassette, a fairly large range that works great for city riding. Any thoughts?
Trek put in a guide, which kept the chain from continuing to get wedged between motor and sprocket which leaves me stranded because the chain guide prevents me from pulling the chain back out.
I a buying one of these for the wife, picking it up on Thursday. Your motor is quieter, uses less energy, and weighs a bit less, but it offers more limited output in my experience.
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Trek's best long-travel electric mountain bike, designed for All Mountain and Enduro Riding. It can happen if the chain comes off track at the chainring, it can put a side kink or bend in your chain. Hi Dave! That night I started doing research on this issue and luckily found this thread.
I had the chain derailing problem once, but since the last checkup, no problems. I also like the mid-motor placement, the always on lights, and the upright handlebars. I wonder about the water bottle placement though. Great feedback :). I bought 2 new bontrager (Trek) wheels so I would have spares.
If youre okay pedaling and are going to be on mostly flat, paved, mild neighborhood conditions it is probably enough.
Sorry about not replying.
It has a lot of thoughtful features that make for a confident and comfortable ride, like a lowstep geometry that makes it easy to mount and dismount, a suspension seatpost, and disc brakes that perform in any weather.Its right for you ifYoure ready to get outside more, and want a hybrid bike with comfort-minded details, a wide range of gears for hills, powerful brakes, and enough versatility to conquer commutes, workouts, and more.The tech you getA lightweight aluminum frame with mounts for a rack and fenders, a lowstep design that makes it especially easy to mount and dismount, a reliable drivetrain with 24-speeds so youll never have to pedal too hard or too soft, powerful disc brakes, an adjustable stem, a padded saddle, wide tires for extra stability, a road-smoothing suspension seatpost, and a geometry that keeps you in a comfortable, upright riding posture.The final wordVerve 2 Disc Lowstep is a comfortable hybrid with impressive braking power and durable parts that will hold up mile after mile. Combined with all these modes, Ive been getting about 40-46 miles per charge. In my experience, pedal RPM is a small part of what increases motor output, pedal force seems to be the bigger driver.
My previous post may have implied a short-sided or an entitled perspective from me.
I posted an earlier comment but I just got off the phone with Trek CS. Ended up the wheel had to be trashed because I had cracked it. My LBS says that Trek will be replacing the front chainring with a narrow-wide chainring, which apparently is something that many mountain bikes use. I am Involved in producing video content for two totally not-related to E-Bikes channels. Hi Lou!
There is a micro-USB port on the Purion display, but this is only for diagnostics and firmware updates and doesnt work for charging other devices, I like the new solid steel fork because it is stronger and has vibration dampening qualities, but be aware that steel is vulnerable to getting scratched or dinged and then rusting, if yours gets damaged you can cover the area with clear tape as a temporary fix until you are able to add touch-up paint.