Price: $3499.99
Website: Trekbikes.com
The Trek Verve+ 4S Lowstep is an electric bike designed for comfort and versatility. It is part of the Verve+ series by Trek, which focuses on providing an enjoyable riding experience with the added benefit of electric assistance.
The Verve+ 4S Lowstep features a step-through frame design, allowing for easy mounting and dismounting, making it particularly convenient for riders who may have mobility limitations or prefer a more accessible frame style. The Verve+ 4S also comes in a traditional step-over frame version. It comes in two colors: Deep Dark Blue and Baja Yellow and 4 sizes XS, S, M, and L (size chart below).
The bicycle is equipped with an electric motor that provides pedal-assist functionality up to 28 mph, making this a Class 3 e-bike in the United States. This means that as you pedal, the motor engages and provides an extra boost of power, making it easier to climb hills or ride longer distances without exerting excessive effort. The pedal-assist feature can be adjusted through a handlebar-mounted control panel, allowing you to choose the level of assistance that suits your preferences and riding conditions.
The Verve+ 4S Lowstep is designed with rider comfort in mind. It includes features such as a suspension fork, which helps absorb bumps and vibrations from the road, ensuring a smoother ride. The bike also comes with a wide and comfortable saddle, ergonomic grips, and an upright riding position that reduces strain on your back and shoulders.
The Verve+ 4S Lowstep includes a reliable 10 speed Shimano drive train offering smooth and efficient gear shifting. It also features hydraulic disc brakes, which provide reliable stopping power and modulation in various weather conditions.
This model comes with a powerful, removable Bosch PowerTube 500Wh battery and Bosch 250W, 65Nm, 28mph mid-drive motor. Trek’s fully hidden Removable Integrated Battery (RIB) is a nice feature in that makes remote charging possible and importantly eliminates the possibility of theft. The electronics are controlled with a Bosch Purion controller.
The Verve+ 4S Lowstep also comes with additional features and accessories, such as integrated lights, fenders, cargo rack, and a display unit that shows important information like speed, distance, and battery life. Add-on optional accessories include an additional 500Wh battery, effectively doubling the range of the bike.
Overall verdict
If you are looking for an e-bike that can perform well for a variety of uses and conditions, this just might be the bike for you. It is one of the best electric bikes available for a moderate price that won’t break the bank.
The Verve+ 4S is a hybrid versatile bike that can be used for commutes, errands, cargo, or just plain fun. Tek has a long history of making high quality bikes that are not only well-made and functional, but also very attractive. It also only weighs 49 lbs, which is on the light side for a bike with these features. You can’t go wrong with the Verve+ 4S from Trek.
Choosing a size:
Verve+ 4S size chart
| Size | Rider Height | Inseam |
| XS | 147 - 155 cm 4'10" - 5'1" | 69 - 73 cm. 27" - 29" |
| S | 155 - 165 cm. 5'1" - 5'5" | 72 - 78 cm. 28" - 31" |
| M | 165 - 175 cm. 5'5" - 5'9" | 77 - 83 cm. 30" - 33" |
| L | 175 - 186 cm. 5'9" - 6'1" | 82 - 88 cm. 32" - 35" |
Specs from the Trek Website:
Verve+ 4S Specs
| Frameset | |
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB), smooth welds, rack & fender mounts, internal routing, kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
| Fork | Verve Alloy, threaded steel steerer, rack mounts, post mount disc, 460mm axle-to-crown, ThruSkew 5mm QR |
| Max compatible fork travel | 50mm |
| Wheels | |
| Hub front | Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR |
| Skewer front | 132x5mm QR, ThruSkew |
| Hub rear | Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR |
| Skewer rear | 153x5mm bolt-on |
| Rim | Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve |
| Tire | Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite, reflective, wire bead, 60tpi, 700x50c |
| Max tire size | 700x50mm with or without fenders |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100, 10 speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120, long cage |
| Crank | ProWheel alloy, 170mm length |
| Chainring | Steel 42T w/alloy guard |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100, 11-42, 10 speed |
| Chain | KMC E10 |
| Pedal | Bontrager City pedals |
| Components | |
| Saddle | Bontrager Boulevard |
| Seatpost | Alloy, suspension, 31.6mm, 300mm length |
| Handlebar | Size: XS, S, M Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, comfort sweep, 620mm width |
| Size: L Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, comfort sweep, 660mm width | |
| Grips | Bontrager Satellite Elite, alloy lock-on |
| Stem | Size: XS, S Bontrager alloy quill, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, Blendr compatible, 85mm length |
| Size: M, L Bontrager alloy quill, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, Blendr compatible, 105mm length | |
| Headset | VP sealed cartridge, 1-1/8'', threaded |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Brake Rotor | Size: XS, S, M, L Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,180mm |
| Size: XS, S, M, L Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,160mm | |
| Accessories | |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 500Wh |
| Charger | Bosch compact 2A, 100-240V, smart system |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line Sport, 65Nm, 28mph |
| LIght | Size: XS, S, M, L Spanninga SOLO for e-bike, taillight |
| Size: XS, S, M, L Herrmans MR8, 180 lumen, 60 lux, LED, headlight | |
| Computer | Bosch Purion |
| Kickstand | Adjustable length rear mount alloy kickstand |
| Cargo Rack | Alloy rear rack |
| Fender | Size: XS, S, M, L SKS wide |
| Size: XS, S, M, L SKS plastic | |
| Weight | |
| Weight | M - 22.30 kg / 49.17 lbs |
| Weight Capacity | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |