Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Electra
2013 Electra Townie Balloon 8i
Value Guide market data · 2013 Electra Townie Balloon 8i
12-month trend
1%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
26%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2013 Electra Townie Balloon 8i
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Townie model years
2024$725 - $842▼ 22% vs. 2013
2023$725 - $842▼ 22% vs. 2013
2022$725 - $842▼ 22% vs. 2013
2021$865 - $1,004▼ 7% vs. 2013
2020$744 - $864▼ 20% vs. 2013
2019$846 - $983▼ 9% vs. 2013
2018$870 - $1,010▼ 6% vs. 2013
2017$846 - $983▼ 9% vs. 20132016$1,023 - $1,188▲ 10% vs. 2013
2015$1,023 - $1,188▲ 10% vs. 20132014$930 - $1,0800% vs. 20132013$930 - $1,080Currently viewing
2012$837 - $972▼ 10% vs. 2013
2011$1,256 - $1,458▲ 35% vs. 2013
2010$1,209 - $1,404▲ 30% vs. 20132009$1,209 - $1,404▲ 30% vs. 2013
2008$791 - $918▼ 15% vs. 2013
2007$725 - $842▼ 22% vs. 2013
2004$437 - $508▼ 53% vs. 20132013 Townie Balloon 8i lineup
Overview
About this bike
2013 Electra Townie Balloon 8i value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Tubing Material
- Electra 6061-aluminum
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2013 Electra Townie Balloon 8i
- Cassette
- Shimano 20T
- Chain
- Aluminum
- Shifters
- Shimano Nexus Twist
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano Nexus Roller
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Aluminum riser
- Stem
- Aluminum
- Saddle
- Ergonomic w/Lycra
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Shimano Nexus; Rear: Shimano Nexus 8-speed internal
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless-steel, 14g
- Tires
- Schwalbe Fat Frank w/Kevlar puncture resistance, 26 x 2.35
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum platform w/non-slip rubber
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.