The Townie is offered at a very affordable price, by keeping things simple.
The bike is available in both step-over and step-through models. Riders appreciated the ease-of-use offered by the step-through model.
3 different assist levels offered multiple choices for varying terrain.
The Townie accelerated to its top speed quickly.
A wide-range cassette allowed the bike to be ridden unpowered.
The Townie's lower gears coped easily with steeper hills.
Product support and customer service is available throughout North America.
Wide balloon tires acted as ample suspension on sealed and unsealed roads.
Multiple colorways provided a number of choices for buyers.
The Townie Go’s saddle was very comfortable.
A reviewer found that 180mm disc brakes stopped this bike well.
The Townie had a comfortable seating position for urban cruising.
The included rear rack was useful.
Wide handlebars and a plush saddle made for a comfortable ride.
A ‘flat-foot’ position made it easy to set feet down on stops and at traffic lights.
A USB plug provides a charging port for your phone or other accessories.
The Townie’s motor was pleasingly silent.

5 reasons not to buy

The Townie doesn’t have a throttle-only option.
A 250Wh battery capacity is toward the lower end for new e-bikes.
The simple LCD display doesn’t show speed or range details.
Extras, such as fenders and lights, are not included with the Townie.
One reviewer found that the Townie wasn’t so powerful for heftier riders.

Bottom line

The Townie Go! 7D is an affordable option from a known brand, Electra (which is owned by Trek). This e-bike was well suited to urban cruising. By all accounts, the laid-back seating position and supple balloon tires delivered a smooth and comfortable ride. A hub-drive motor keeps the Townie affordable. The advertised range of 20 miles with the highest level of assist, was found to be accurate by reviewers. Up to 40 miles were on offer through the lowest level. A reliable, entry-level option.

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