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KEY FEATURES
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Frame: Alpha Platinum Aluminum, 160 mm rear travel, ABP (Active Braking Pivot) suspension design, Mino Link two-position flip chip for geometry adjustment, progression flip chip at lower shock mount, Motor Armor and molded chainstay and battery door protection, RIB 2.0 removable integrated battery system, internal cable routing
Fork: RockShox Psylo Gold RC, DebonAir spring, Isolator RC damper, 35 mm stanchions, 44 mm offset, 160 mm travel, Maxle Stealth thru-axle, includes RockShox mudguard
Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 205 mm x 65 mm stroke, 160 mm travel
Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5, Smart System, 250 W nominal / 85 Nm peak torque
Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh, Smart System, fully integrated and frame-removable via RIB 2.0 system with hex key; compatible with Bosch PowerMore 250 Wh range extender (sold separately)
Display / Controller: Bosch System Controller BRC3100 top-tube integrated display, Smart System, Bluetooth connectivity; Bosch Wireless Mini Remote
Range: Trek claims up to 7 hours; actual range varies significantly by terrain, assist mode, and rider weight
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore M6100, 1×12-speed; Shimano Deore M6100 long-cage rear derailleur; Shimano Deore M6100 10-51T cassette
Crankset: Ethirteen Espec Plus, 160 mm length
Brakes: Shimano MT420 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 levers, 203 mm Shimano Micro Spline rotors front and rear
Wheels / Tyres: Bontrager Line 30 alloy rims, tubeless ready; Bontrager Gunnison Elite XR 2.4" wire bead/tubeless-ready tyres; SM = 27.5" front and rear; MD–XL = 29" front / 27.5" rear (Mullet)
Cockpit: Bontrager alloy handlebar, 750 mm width, 15 mm rise, 31.8 mm clamp; Bontrager Comp stem, 50 mm, 7° rise, Blendr compatible; Bontrager XR Trail Comp nylon lock-on grips
Dropper Post: TranzX JD-YSI34, 34.9 mm diameter — 100 mm drop (SM), 170 mm drop (MD–XL)
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WHO IS THIS FOR?
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The Rail+ 5 Gen 5 is built for intermediate to advancing mountain bikers who want full-power enduro e-MTB capability without stepping into the premium carbon price tier. This is the rider who wants to session Okanagan Mountain Park's technical descents, rack up vertical on the Black Knight / Spion Kop network, or simply push further into the backcountry than their legs alone would allow — and who appreciates a frame platform that can be tuned and grown into as their riding progresses. They'll value the Bosch CX motor's intuitive power delivery, the adjustable geometry, and the 800 Wh battery's ability to sustain a full day of riding without anxiety about range.
Our team at Fresh Air will help you find the right fit in-store at both Kelowna locations. Stop by to work with one of our experienced staff members, or call 250-763-3425.
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HOW TO SET UP
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As a certified Trek dealer, our Fresh Air team can walk you through Bosch eBike Flow app setup on your phone, personalise your assist modes, and configure the Bosch System Controller for your riding preferences before you leave the shop. We'll also set the RockShox Psylo Gold RC fork and Super Deluxe Select+ shock to the correct sag for your weight, and help you choose between the Rail+'s two suspension leverage rate settings — less progressive for trail comfort or more progressive for big-hit enduro riding. If you're converting the Bontrager wheels to tubeless (highly recommended), we can handle that setup in-store as well. We offer ongoing e-bike servicing at both locations, including firmware updates, battery health checks, and drivetrain maintenance to keep your Rail+ running at full capability through every season.
Drop into Fresh Air Pandosy (555 Groves Ave) or Fresh Air Dilworth (1656 Dilworth Drive), or book an appointment online.
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GEOMETRY & SIZING
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Frame geometry and sizing details for the Trek Rail+ 5 Gen 5 are available on the Trek website. Trek offers the Rail+ 5 Gen 5 in four sizes: SM, MD, LG, and XL — with size SM running 27.5" wheels front and rear, and sizes MD through XL using the mullet configuration (29" front / 27.5" rear). Note that the Mino Link flip chip and optional angle-adjust headset cups provide meaningful geometry adjustability within each frame size. Our team at Fresh Air can help you find the right frame size based on your height, inseam, and riding style — come in to either Kelowna location and we'll get you dialled in.
Trek Rail+ 5 Gen 5 geometry chart: https://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en_CA/bikes/mountain-bikes/electric-mountain-bikes/rail/rail-5-gen-5/p/48474/ (select "Geometry" tab)
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TEST RIDE
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The best way to understand what 160 mm of travel and Bosch full-power assistance actually feel like is to come in and sit on the bike. Stop by Fresh Air Pandosy or Fresh Air Dilworth — our team is happy to walk you through the build, talk through the Bosch system, and help you find your size. No pressure, just good bikes and people who ride them.
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FAQ
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Q1: What size Trek Rail+ 5 Gen 5 do I need? The Rail+ 5 Gen 5 comes in SM, MD, LG, and XL. As a general guide, riders around 155–170 cm typically fit SM, 168–180 cm fit MD, 178–190 cm fit LG, and 188 cm and up fit XL — but reach preference, inseam length, and riding style all influence the best choice. Trek's geometry chart (linked above in the Geometry & Sizing section) provides full stack, reach, and tube length figures for each size. The best way to confirm your size is to come in to Fresh Air Pandosy or Fresh Air Dilworth, where our staff can assess your fit in person.
Q2: Is the Trek Rail+ 5 Gen 5 right for riding Okanagan Mountain Park and the Black Knight trails? Yes — the Rail+ 5 Gen 5 is well suited to the mix of technical climbing and aggressive descending that defines riding in Okanagan Mountain Park and the Black Knight / Spion Kop network. The 160 mm of front and rear travel, slack 64.5° head tube angle, and Bosch Performance Line CX motor handle chunky terrain and sustained climbing with confidence. The mullet wheel setup adds agility on tight switchbacks while maintaining stability on faster descents. Riders who want to push into more demanding enduro territory on these trails will find the Rail+ 5 a capable and supportive platform.
Q3: How far can I ride on a single charge, and what factors affect range? Trek claims up to approximately 7 hours of ride time on a single 800 Wh charge, but actual range varies considerably depending on assist mode, terrain gradient, rider weight, tyre pressure, and temperature. Using Eco or Tour modes on flatter terrain or rail trails will extend range significantly compared to eMTB mode on steep, technical climbs. The Rail+ 5 is also compatible with the Bosch PowerMore 250 Wh range extender (sold separately), which can meaningfully increase range on big days out. The Bosch eBike Flow app gives real-time range estimates based on your current riding conditions.
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SPECS
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| FRAMESET |
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Frame: Alpha Platinum Aluminum, Removable Integrated Battery (RIB 2.0), tapered head tube, guided internal routing, Control Freak internal routing, Motor Armor, Boost148, 12mm thru axle, 160mm travel
Fork: RockShox Psylo Gold RC, DebonAir spring, Isolator RC damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost 110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 160mm travel
Seat Binder: RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, 205mm x 65mm
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| WHEELS |
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Hub Front: Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Hub Rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano Micro Spline freehub, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Skewer Rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
Rim: Bontrager Line TLR 30, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, Presta valve
*Tire: Size: S, M, L, XL Bontrager Gunnison Elite XR, Tubeless Ready, wire bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.40''
Size: S, M, L, XL Bontrager Brevard Pro XR, Tubeless Ready, dual compound, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.50"
Size: M, L, XL Bontrager Gunnison Elite XR, Tubeless Ready, wire bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.40''
Size: M, L, XL Bontrager Brevard Pro XR, Tubeless Ready, dual compound, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.50"
Tire Part: Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim Strip: Bontrager TLR
Max Tire Size: Frame: 27.5x2.60", Fork: See manufacturer
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| E-SYSTEM |
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Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800Wh, smart system
Charger: Bosch standard 2A, 110V, smart system
Controller: Bosch System Controller BRC3100, smart system
Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX (Europe and APAC: 25 km/h, US and ROW: 20 mph / 32 km/h)
E-Bike Classification: Class 1
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| DRIVETRAIN |
Shift: Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
Crank Arm: E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 160mm length
Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12 speed
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100, 12 speed
Pedal: Nylon platform
Max Chainring Size: 1x: 36T
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| COMPONENTS |
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Drivetrain: Bontrager Verse P3, steel rails
*Seatpost: Size: S TranzX JD-YSI34, 100mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm
Size: M, L, XL TranzX JD-YSI34, 170mm travel, internal routing, 34.9mm
Handlebar: Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem: Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length
Headset: Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom, angle adjust cup compatible
Brake: Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 caliper
Brake Rotor: Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm
Rotor Size: Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 220mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer
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| WEIGHT |
Weight: M - 25.28 kg / 55.74 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
Weight Size: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).
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