Inspection
Frame condition
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Electra
2018 Electra Townie Commute 27D
Value Guide market data · 2018 Electra Townie Commute 27D
12-month trend
6%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
10%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2018 Electra Townie Commute 27D
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Townie model years
2024$725 - $842▼ 17% vs. 2018
2023$725 - $842▼ 17% vs. 2018
2022$725 - $842▼ 17% vs. 2018
2021$865 - $1,004▼ 1% vs. 2018
2020$744 - $864▼ 14% vs. 2018
2019$846 - $983▼ 3% vs. 20182018$870 - $1,010Currently viewing
2017$846 - $983▼ 3% vs. 2018
2016$1,023 - $1,188▲ 18% vs. 2018
2015$1,023 - $1,188▲ 18% vs. 20182014$930 - $1,080▲ 7% vs. 20182013$930 - $1,080▲ 7% vs. 2018
2012$837 - $972▼ 4% vs. 2018
2011$1,256 - $1,458▲ 44% vs. 2018
2010$1,209 - $1,404▲ 39% vs. 20182009$1,209 - $1,404▲ 39% vs. 2018
2008$791 - $918▼ 9% vs. 2018
2007$725 - $842▼ 17% vs. 2018
2004$437 - $508▼ 50% vs. 20182018 Townie Commute 27D lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Electra Townie Commute 27D value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame:
- Townie Commute 6061-T6 Aluminum w/Patented Flat Foot Technology®
- Fork:
- Hi-Ten Steel Uni-Crown, Straight/Tapered Leg
- Fork
- High Tensile Steel Uni-Crown, Straight Blade
- Frame
- Townie 6061-T6 Alloy Flat Foot Technology
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Acera
- Crankset:
- Forged Alloy 170mm / Electra Forged Alloy, 170mm 48/38/28t
- Rear Derailleur:
- Shimano Alivio 9-Speed
- Chain:
- KMC X9 1/2" x 3/32" Nickel Plated
- Shifter:
- Shimano Acera Rapid Fire Plus
- Cog:
- SRAM 9-Speed 11-32T
- Chain
- KMC X9 Anti-Rust
- Chainrings
- 48/36/26
- Crankset
- Forged Alloy Triple
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Acera
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio 9-speed
- Shifters
- Shimano Acera Rapid Fire Plus
Brakes
- Brake Levers:
- Alloy Reach Adjustable
- Brakes
- Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brake
Cockpit
- Headset:
- 1 1/8" Steel Threaded/Semi-Integrated
- Saddle:
- Ergonomic w/Shock-Absorbing Elastomers
- Seat Post:
- Alloy 27.2mm X 400mm / Alloy 27.2mm X 300mm
- Handlebars:
- Alloy Custom Bend 24.8" Width/3.5" Rise
- Stem:
- Forged Alloy 25.4mm Quill
- Grips:
- Ergo-Shaped Hand-Stitched Leatherette
- Grips
- Electra Saddle Matching Hand-Stitched Leatherette
- Handlebar
- Electra custom bend alloy low-rise
- Headset
- 1-1/8" Steel Threaded/Semi-Integrated
- Saddle
- Ergonomic w/shock absorbing elastomers
- Seatpost
- Alloy micro-adjust 27.2x400mm
- Stem
- Forged Alloy 25.4mm Quill
Wheels & Tires
- Rims:
- Alloy 700c x 32h
- Spokes:
- 14 Gauge Stainless/Brass Nipples
- Front Hub:
- Shimano Nexus Dynamo 32h
- Rear Hub:
- Alloy Low Flange 32h w/QR
- Tires:
- Schwalbe Fat Frank 700 X 2.0" Balloon w/Puncture-Resistant Kevlar® Guard Casing, 67TPI
- Hubs
- Alloy Low Flange Disc
- Tires
- Schwalbe Fat Frank 700c x 2.0
Pedals
- Pedals:
- Alloy Platform w/Non-Slip Rubber Tread
- Pedals
- Alloy w/non-slip tread
Accessories
- ×
- Townie Commute 27D Specifications
- Accessories & Extras
- Fenders, front and rear racks, Internal Cable Routing, Alloy Kickstand, Stainless Steel and Anti-Rust Hardware
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.