How is the Trek Rail trail-legal?

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Key moments
1:03 - How heavy is it?
1:17 - Key differences between the Gen-2 & Gen-3 Rail Models
1:59 - Components & features
3:05 - 1st impressions of the Trek Rail 7
4:36 - How efficient the battery on this E-bike?
4:57 - Power modes, Eco, Tour, EMTB, Turbo
5:13 - which modes were best for climbing
6:05 - How well does it climb?
6:33 - It’s most impressive feature
7:07 - No more shuttling to the top!
7:36 - Major flaws of the bike
7:43 - Climbing issues
8:46 - Downhill performance
11:25 - Traditional vs E-MTBs
11:57 - why they ban E-MTBs on certain trails
13:42 - I crashed.
14:32 - Why I wear full faced helmets for MTB
15:24 - My conclusion on the Trek Rail 7
17:23 - Trek Fuel Exe comparison
Summary:
This E-bike lives up to the hype, and then some. I take the trek rail through several difference scenarios to give you my honest opinion on who this bike will be good for.

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@jimsteinway695 4 ай бұрын

I didn’t want a motocross bike. So I got the Fuel EXe. Much more like a mountain bike. I’m 65 and I used to ride a Sworks stump jumper. I just can’t keep up with my son anymore, so this is a great compromise. I still have to work my ass off to ride with him .

@renebollengier1111 4 ай бұрын

I have a rail 7, the original version. At 67 I wouldn’t be on any trail without it. And I don’t go blowing past anyone on the trail, in fact it’s usually the other way around. I do use the walk mode if I have to push it up hill. I love this bike. Thanks for the video

@daytime12 7 күн бұрын

I have the original rail 7 too... Love it... Especially going home after work at midnight in the snow.... Can't tell you how many times that motor has helped me get home. I run errands and grocery shop on that bike... it does it all... All the best to you. rene.

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

*Key moments* 1:03 - How heavy is it? 1:17 - Key differences between the Gen-2 & Gen-3 Rail Models 1:59 - Components & features 3:05 - 1st impressions of the Trek Rail 7 4:36 - How efficient the battery on this E-bike? 4:57 - Power modes, Eco, Tour, EMTB, Turbo 5:13 - which modes were best for climbing 6:05 - How well does it climb? 6:33 - It’s most impressive feature 7:07 - No more shuttling to the top! 7:36 - Major flaws of the bike 7:43 - Climbing issues 8:46 - Downhill performance 11:25 - Traditional vs E-MTBs 11:57 - why they ban E-MTBs on certain trails  13:42 - I crashed.  14:32 - Why I wear full faced helmets for MTB 15:24 - My conclusion on the Trek Rail 7  17:23 - Trek Fuel Exe comparison

@keith6872 28 күн бұрын

I installed larger 38 tooth chain ring sprocket to reduce cadence on paved rail trails. I also use narrower gravel tires that work OK for most trail types. I have the Rail 5 with lighter 500mah battery...good for 30 miles in turbo mode. Love it !

@MikeRidesEMTB 23 күн бұрын

Good stuff!

@GF-cb8rr 6 ай бұрын

Nice bike! ...The only performance items I would upgrade prior to a breakage would be the front damper on that domain to a Charger 2.1, basically converting it to a converting it to a Zeb Ultimate Plus. I would also upgrade that rear shock to a inexpensive but quality coil setup, Marzocchi Bomber CR rear shock. That will give you a significant performance gain in suspension that's noticeable.

@douglasyoung3992 2 ай бұрын

I think your description of what an e mountain bike is and what to expect is the most filled with detail. My Trek rail 7 old stock is in route

@MikeRidesEMTB Ай бұрын

You’re going to love it!

@joestella9181 5 ай бұрын

I’ve got a 2020 Rail 7 and love it! I still enjoy riding my regular Fuel EX but for faster, longer rides in a shorter amount of time? Rail 7 all the way. Enjoyed your video, keep up the good work 👍

@MikeRidesEMTB Ай бұрын

I don’t think I can ever go backwards into anything other than a full power ebike

@fazer2747 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this review and your thoughts. Very insightful. I just ordered this bike yesterday and chose this over the Powerfly 4 and Rail 5 because it has the bigger battery and upgraded components. Where is this? The terrain varies so much.

@MikeRidesEMTB 8 ай бұрын

Arizona. You will love this bike!

@SWFlowseeker 7 ай бұрын

What camera mount is that? And how do you keep it from bouncing around? Thank u

@JohnNNorgaard 8 ай бұрын

I have that exact bike and it's a blast.

@shnapshnapsheb 9 ай бұрын

Nice looking spot! I guess you haven´t discovered walk mode on the bike yet. Walk button on the front side of the controller (opposite to the power button - press once), then hold the plus button down. Should help with those uphill walks, (also changing gear when off the bike if youŕe in a position where itś awkward to lift the rear wheel and/ or can´t crank the pedals). Happy rail adventures man !

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It was such a pig to push that thing a Hill.

@anthonyjohnson9185 4 ай бұрын

Nice video fella. Just bought one! Thanks

@MikeRidesEMTB 4 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@BikeRodeo 9 ай бұрын

I rented one last weekend in Las Vegas. This bike shreds!

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Good trails up on Vegas? I'm 2h away.

@BikeRodeo 9 ай бұрын

Excellent. Similar to STG. Not as good as Moab. Check out trail forks sometime. My buddies and I did 30 likes last Saturday in eMTB. It was my first time on a cheater bike. 😂 it was a blast!

@forzer456 9 ай бұрын

What made choose the trek rail 7? Did you do prior research or by chance came upon this bike? Would be interesting to hear your perspective as you come back to MTB after years away and the sports has drastically change.

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

It was kind of a sparatic decision. I'll be covering it here pretty soon.

@a.lame.username. 4 ай бұрын

By now, you're probably in tune with the bike and have discovered that the geometry changes since 2010 are ALL GOOD!

@MikeRidesEMTB 3 ай бұрын

I have been extremely impressed

@growlith6969 9 ай бұрын

Where are you? This kind of looks like Colorado. Keep the power on downhill, I run turbo the whole time up and down. Nice being able to put a couple of pedals in right before a hit or just getting over the odd uphill hump and keeping your energy as you are bombing down. Doesn't really pull on the battery at all.

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@MP_Soundbox 4 ай бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyable and informative! Thanks.

@malcolmbagley7068 7 ай бұрын

I think the Gen3 has some differences in geometry to the Gen2, from what I understand the Gen2 is better liked - I like mine but haven't ridden a Gen3.

@scottdillard2002 8 ай бұрын

I have a gen 2 rail 7 and love it...

@christophershin6592 2 күн бұрын

Great review. Question: where are the rides in the video?? Looks like great terrain! Thanks!

@MikeRidesEMTB 2 күн бұрын

Lake Havasu and Williams, AZ

@christophershin6592 Күн бұрын

@@MikeRidesEMTB thank you! Any advice on long mostly (if not all) dirt fire trail and single track through good desert or woody areas with decent scenery?

@eastcoastlife3547 8 ай бұрын

It’s alright.. I’ve test rode it. I have the new powerfly full suspension but honestly I do like the Bosch but I went with the Giant Trance and I got a ReignE+1 .. I got them cheaper and at a higher spec then what the rail 7 would’ve cost me.. and the Yamaha motor is solid. 👌

@MikeRidesEMTB 8 ай бұрын

Looks like a nice bike. Might try it next!

@wgnwheels333 6 ай бұрын

I love mine rail 7 best thing i did is put maxxis dhf dhr2 tyres on it

@EMTBAFV 5 ай бұрын

Same components as on my new 2023/24 cube action team just i have the knox 300 and all fox shocks the smart system has an update with 2 new settings for an Auto that alot of mtbers are usimg now instead of emtb and turbo oh and a sport taking it up to 7 settings atleast as im lead to believe? Lee Mccormack n that lot were testing it out from Bosch on the smart system im looking to change my led control for the purion 200 to go with my kiox 300

@scottdillard2002 8 ай бұрын

Good review, learn how to use walk mode makes pushing the bike a breeze... I didn't know how to work it myself at first...

@MikeRidesEMTB 8 ай бұрын

Life saver!

@Carl_Black 9 ай бұрын

Love my EMTB!

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

I approve of this message

@Carl_Black 9 ай бұрын

@@MikeRidesEMTB if you find yourself in SoCal with your bike let me know we can hit up some trails.

@robinbreeds9217 4 ай бұрын

RockShox Domain do those forks lock out 100 percent ?

@MikeRidesEMTB 3 ай бұрын

Never locked mine out, but yes I believe

@Joseph_Brown1986 9 ай бұрын

Bro at first I was like this guy sounds exactly like TBN!!! 😅

@samh4232 9 ай бұрын

Lmao your not wrong

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Well....so yeah it's me.

@4ryanthomas 9 ай бұрын

Good times!!

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Yes it was!

@mustclime5311 7 ай бұрын

THE BIG DIFFERANCE BETWEEN THE GEN 2 AND THE GEN 3 IS THE GEO!......The geo on the gen 2 is like 2017......you should try a modern bike some time.

@TheSpookyFiles 9 ай бұрын

I love my rail

@TheSpookyFiles 9 ай бұрын

2021

@MikeRidesEMTB 9 ай бұрын

Was that the 1st year they came out?

@shnapshnapsheb 9 ай бұрын

@@MikeRidesEMTB 2020. Very little changed in components and spec, except for the carbon models, which were the first bumped to the smart system (new wireless controllers and control board for the motor + new app) with the 750Wh battery. The longer battery changed the geo, making the bike less versatile/more polarising I understand. Then gen 3s came out with the later released 650Wh smart system compatible batteries for the alloy models

@JDski 2 ай бұрын

I understand the point of not having a throttle, but there are times right before it falls over I bet you wished you had it.

@MikeRidesEMTB 2 ай бұрын

That’s where skill has to come in

@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK 3 ай бұрын

Wow an ebike with a 1500w motor smfh. What is the point of that? My Boxxbike is a complete mountain bike with rockshox front and rear with 14k watts of power. THAT is a REAL electric bike which can be run in pedal assist or throttle only. This is such a waste of money smh.

@MikeRidesEMTB 3 ай бұрын

You say that until you ride it.

@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK 3 ай бұрын

@@MikeRidesEMTB its slow bro . Its for old ladies who want to ride paved trails smh wtf is anyone gonna do with 1500 watts of power if ur not going down hill? smfh lame

@SolarizeYourLife 2 ай бұрын

It's an e-motorcycle...