Supplying a surprising amount of power to inspire you to keep on pedaling over the next hill, the Electra Townie Go! 8D electric bike offers all the ease, comfort and fun of pedal-assist riding.
- Bosch Active System with Purion computer/head unit provides 4 levels of power support—Eco, Tour, Sport and Turbo—to get you where you need to go
- Patented Flat Foot Technology® ensures a relaxed, comfortable ride
- Bosch PowerPack 400 fully charges in 3.5 hrs. with its 2 amp charger; it lets you go 20-100 mi. (40-120 km) depending on the mode and terrain
- 20 mph maximum assisted speed
- Battery life is warranted to last for 500 charge cycles or 2 years
- 8-speed derailleur and Shimano Acera Rapid Plus make it easy to shift gears while you ride
- Tektro mechanical front and rear disc brakes provide controlled deceleration and stopping power
- 26 x 2.35 in. balloon tires provide a smooth and stable ride over a variety of riding surfaces
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
UL2849 certified
| Best Use | Recreational Cycling |
|---|---|
| E-Bike Classification | Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph |
| Motor | Bosch Active Gen 3 250w |
| Motor Type | Mid-Drive |
| Motor Torque (Nm) | 40 Newton meters |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Capacity (Wh) | 400 watt hours |
| Battery Removable | Yes |
| Charge Time (hrs) | 3.5 hours |
| Pedal Assist Range | 20-100 miles |
| Frame | 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Step-Through | No |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | High-tensile steel unicrown, straight/tapered leg |
| Crankset | FSA forged alloy 170mm, Bosch Type, 38t FSA chainring |
| Shifters | Shimano Acera Rapid Fire Plus |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney 8-speed |
| Rear Cogs | SRAM PG-820 11-32 8 speed |
| Number of Gears | 8 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Tektro |
| Brake Levers | Unavailable |
| Rims | Anodized alloy 26 in. x 36h |
| Front Hub | Alloy low-flange disc, 36h |
| Rear Hub | Alloy low-flange disc, 36h |
| Wheel Size | 26 inches |
| Tires | Balloon |
| Tire Width | 2.35 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Moustache Bar |
| Handlebar | Alloy custom bend; 25.9 in. width, 4 in. rise |
| Stem | Forged alloy 25.4mm quill, 80mm extension |
| Seat Post | Butted alloy micro-adjust 27.2 x 350mm |
| Saddle | Ergonomic with shock-absorbing elastomers |
| Pedals | Alloy platform with nonslip rubber tread |
| Headset | 1-1/8 steel threaded/semi-integrated |
| Chain | KMC X 8.99 nickel-plated |
| Weight | 49 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| One Size | |
|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'2" - 6'1" |
| Reach | 38.7 |
| Stack | 54.9 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 44.4 |
| Standover Height | 55.1 |
| Head Tube Length | 15.1 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 67.0 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 67.0 |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.