2020 Rad Power Bikes

RadCity 4

A feature-complete, comfort oriented, hybrid electric bike with regenerative braking, built-in USB charging port below the display, modular battery pack that works with all other Rad models, and integrated lights. The headlight offers a bright 80 lumen center beam and a unique LED circle to keep you seen, while the rear light offers solid, flashing, and bright mode when the brakes are activated

Sturdy adjustable angle stem and long 350mm seat post improves fit for a wide range of rider sizes. The saddle drops down quite far without colliding with the rear rack, the high-step frame is lighter and stiffer than the step-thru, and it offers better weight distribution. An alloy chain guide protects your right pant leg while pedaling and reduces the chance of chain drops

High-resolution cadence sensor responds very quickly to pedal movement but the motor ramps up very smoothly, it doesn't feel jerky or unexpected. The bike is extremely quiet and the motor is known for being durable and offering some regeneration as you coast and brake, which saves brake pads and slightly extends range. New twist-throttle hardware looks good, still overrides any level of assist with full power, and is said to be less confusing and more reliable than before. Great fenders, kickstand, pedals, and suspension fork with lockout and preload adjust

Only available in one size and one color (consider the RadCity Step-Thru for two colors). The bottle cage bosses are positioned below the downtube, which isn't as easy to reach while riding. The gearless direct drive motor is heavier than the geared motors that Rad uses on their off-road models and doesn't freewheel as efficiently, it suffers from a bit of magnetic drag when pedaling unassisted or past the 20mph top speed

Rack, fenders, and lights are included

Upright riding position

Hard-to-be-beat price

It's a lot of bike for apartment dwellers to carry up stairs