VTC Trek electrification

Introducing the cyclist and his goal

Philippe is a leisure cyclist who enjoys long bike rides, mainly on roads and trails. He uses his Trek VTC for leisure outings, often at weekends in the countryside or on hiking trails. Faced with the sometimes restrictive gradients and the desire to extend his trips while preserving effort, he decided to considerelectrifying his VTC bike.

The original bike and its limits

Philippe’s original bike was a Trek VTC model, designed for touring. Robust and well-equipped, this bike was well-suited to his needs, but sometimes became limiting for longer distances or hilly routes. Without assistance, fatigue was felt and reduced the overall desire to ride more often. It was at this point that Philippe began to think about a new VAE alternative: electrifying his existing VTC.

Why go electric?

The desire to preserve his touring bike while benefiting from assistance was decisive. Philippe wanted to keep the equipment he already enjoyed, while making it more pleasant to use. What definitively motivated his decision was the possibility of installing a high-performance system, recommended by satisfied customers and with an electric bike after-sales service in France. The latter guarantee was an essential element in his final choice, especially for a first-time installation.

Choice of kit

On recommendation and after much research, Philippe opted for the TSDZ2B electric bike kit. This pedal motor offers a good compromise between power, customized assistance and discretion. To accompany it, he chose the Wedge 360 Wh batterybattery, suitable for the leisure trips he regularly makes. The whole configuration is light, efficient and well-suited to an electrified touring bike.

Kit installation

Philippeinstalled the electric bike kit himself without encountering any major difficulties. He did point out one minor adjustment to the gearshift cable support. The kit integrated well with his Trek VTC, proving that this type of assembly is within the reach of a good, attentive DIYer. The TSDZ2B motor interface installed itself neatly and remains generally unobtrusive on the frame.

Results after electrification

Once the installation was complete, Philippe was able to carry out his first road test. The results were very encouraging: the sensation of riding further with less effort was there for all to see. This very positive initial feedback is now encouraging him to make more outings, especially as soon as the good weather allows more. Thiselectric leisure project is already a success. Beyond the motor’s operation, Philippe also emphasizes the benefits of an electric bike kit recommended in France, with an available and efficient team.

Inspiring conclusion

By choosing to convert his Trek VTC rather than buy a new bike, Philippe has found a real new VAE alternative. The TSDZ2B electric bike kit coupled with the Wedge 360 Wh battery convinced him with its simplicity, efficiency and good weight/range ratio. But above all, it’s the new-found comfort of the bike and the quality of the after-sales service provided by Syklo in France that have given Philippe complete satisfaction. Proof that personalized electrification is a relevant and sustainable solution.