Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Electra
2017 Electra Townie Balloon 7i EQ Step-Thru
Previous used estimate
$292 - $300
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2017 Electra Townie Balloon 7i EQ Step-Thru
12-month projected trend
7%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
1%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2017 Electra Townie Balloon 7i EQ Step-Thru
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Overview
About this bike
You can see the difference right away. But if you think balloon tires look awesome, wait until you take a ride on 'em. There’s magic in these high volume, low pressure Kevlar Guard premium tires. They absorb impact with less rolling resistance to give you a cushy, luxurious ride with added protection against the dreaded flat. All Townie® Balloons come as EQ models, equipped with color matched fenders as well as front and rear LED lights. - Lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum frame - Shimano Nexus internal 7-speed w/coaster brake - Shimano Revo twist shifter - Shimano Nexus roller brake w/cooling fins - Painted alloy fenders - Painted alloy rims - Schwalbe Fat Frank 26”x 2.35” tires - Hub dynamo powered Spanninga front and rear LED lights
Specifications
- Subtype
- Fitness & Hybrid
- Category
- Hybrid
- Component Fork
- High Tensile Steel Uni-Crown, Straight Blade
- Component Hubs
- Front: Shimano Nexus Dynamo Roller 36H; Rear: Shimano Nexus 7-Speed w/Coaster 36H
- Component Stem
- Forged Alloy 25.4mm Quill Polished
- Product Family
- Townie
- Component Chain
- KMC 410 Nickel Plated
- Component Color
- Azure, Nude, Coffee, Sky Blue, Ebony
- Component Frame
- Townie 6061-T6 Alloy Flat Foot Technology®
- Component Tires
- Schwalbe Fat Frank 26" X 2.35" Balloon w/Puncture-Resistant Kevlar Guard Casing, 67TPI
- Component Pedals
- Alloy Platform w/Non-Slip Tread
- Component Saddle
- Ergonomic w/Shock-Absorbing Elastomers
- Component Headset
- 1 1/8" Steel Threaded/Semi-Integrated
- Component Crankset
- Electra Custom Alloy 3-Piece 170mm
- Component Shifters
- Shimano Nexus 7-Speed Twist
- Component Seat Post
- Classic Alloy Pillar 27.2mm X 300mm
- Component Chainrings
- 44T
- Component Handlebars
- Townie 6061-T6 Alloy
- Component Tape Grips
- Electra Ergo Shaped Saddle Matching Leatherette
- Component Brake Levers
- Alloy Reach Adjustable
- Component Accessories Extras
- F&R Spanninga Dynamo LED Lights, Matching Painted Fenders, Painted And Pinstriped Alloy Rims, Internal Cable, Rust Resistant Hardware
- Component Cassette Rear Cogs
- Shimano 20T
- Hubs
- Front: Shimano Nexus Dynamo Roller 36H; Rear: Shimano Nexus 7-Speed w/Coaster 36H
- Tires
- Schwalbe Fat Frank 26" X 2.35" Balloon w/Puncture-Resistant Kevlar Guard Casing, 67TPI
- Crankset
- Electra Custom Alloy 3-Piece 170mm
- Pedals
- Alloy Platform w/Non-Slip Tread
- Chain
- KMC 410 Nickel Plated
- Saddle
- Ergonomic w/Shock-Absorbing Elastomers
- Headset
- 1 1/8" Steel Threaded/Semi-Integrated
- Stem
- Forged Alloy 25.4mm Quill Polished
- Accessories & Extras
- F&R Spanninga Dynamo LED Lights, Matching Painted Fenders, Painted And Pinstriped Alloy Rims, Internal Cable, Rust Resistant Hardware
- Brake Levers
- Alloy Reach Adjustable
- Chainrings
- 44T
- Fork
- High Tensile Steel Uni-Crown, Straight Blade
- Frame
- Townie 6061-T6 Alloy Flat Foot Technology®
- Handlebars
- Townie 6061-T6 Alloy
- Seat Post
- Classic Alloy Pillar 27.2mm X 300mm
- Shifters
- Shimano Nexus 7-Speed Twist
- Tape/Grips
- Electra Ergo Shaped Saddle Matching Leatherette
- Color
- Ebony
- Cassette/Rear Cogs
- Shimano 20T
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.