RadRover Step-Thru 1
A 26″ aluminum frame hardtail fat e-bike with modest components and mechanical disc brakes.
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MSRP | $1,499 |
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Weight | 71.0 lbs |
Frame | Aluminum |
Suspension | Hardtail, 80mm |
Fork | RST |
Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 7 |
Groupset | Acera, Tourney |
Motor | Bafang 750W 80Nm hub-drive |
Battery | 672Wh |
Brakes | Mechanical Disc |
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Jul 2021
Rad Power updates its popular RadRover series with the new 6 Plus. The new ebike gets a re-tuned motor and brakes, plus a step through frame.
May 2021 · Pierce Kettering
Want to know how the 2021 RadRover 5 performs? We tested its motor, brakes, battery, and more to help give you a better sense of what this e-bike can really do.
We noticed right away that the Rad Power Bikes RadRover 5 has good power distribution. Some bikes with large 750 motors seem to try to blow you off the starting line, but the power is controlled here to keep it powerful, yet safe.
The RadRover 5 has predictable motor engagement thanks to a finely-tuned cadence sensor. Not all cadence sensors are created equally. The RadRover finds itself on the right end of the cadence sensor quality spectrum.
All the RadRover’s parts mesh together nicely, and it all adds up to feel like one solid bike. This is largely thanks to points 1 and 2 above, but it’s worth pointing out how well they bring the bike together. While many fat tire competitors have similar componentry choices, they don’t all come together as seamlessly as they do on the RadRover 5.
The Saddle and Grips are comfortable for a long period of time. They also match the theme of the bike nicely.
We really appreciate the wattage readout. Not many affordable bikes include that on their LCD displays, but being able to see it helps you better gauge how much you’re using up the battery in a given level of assist.
We would have preferred the shifter to be underneath the handlebar, as the location feels more natural. The over the bar shift lever is harder to click on the fly, and less likely to give you a smooth shift.
The imitation leather grips are a great shape, but they’re a bit slick with sweaty hands. These grips add to the looks of the bike and we don’t by any means think they’re terrible, just slick in some scenarios.
Mar 2020
Price: $1499.00 | Model Year: 2020 | An approachable step-thru version of the renowned RadRover full sized fat tire electric bike. Features comfortable 4
An approachable step-thru version of the renowned RadRover full sized fat tire electric bike. Features comfortable 4" wide tires, an adjustable suspension fork, short sturdy stem, and mid-rise handlebar. Available in matte white or satin black with matching faux-leather grips and saddle
Excellent puncture resistant tires with reflective sidewall stripes for safety, great headlight with outer "be seen" LED Light ring and focused "see the path" primary beam (80 lumens). The rear light offers solid and blinking mode, it goes extra bright when you pull either brake lever. Riser mount keeps the rear light visible over the included plastic fender
Rubberized brake levers offer comfort and warmth over solid aluminum alloy levers. Integrated brake lever bell is cheerful and durable vs. an aftermarket mounted bell. Lots of great rack and bag accessories, guaranteed to fit and perform well. Solid one year comprehensive warranty, great price point at $1,499 with free shipping
Only available in one frame size, but the handlebar can be swiveled to lengthen or shorten reach. Standard 2 amp battery charger can take up to six hours for a full charge. Some assembly required, unless you live near one of their stores in Seattle and Vancouver or close to a city with mobile service. Fairly heavy at 71.4lbs, more frame flex than the high-step RadRover
Frame | 6061 aluminum Tire Clearance: 4" |
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Fork | RST spring fork, 80 mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment; 270 mm steerer tube Travel: 80mm Spring Type: Coil |
Bottom Bracket | 100 mmSquare Taper Bottom Bracket |
Headset | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tube |
Stem | 50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise) |
Handlebar | Custom formed aluminum, 700 mm wide, 4" rise |
Saddle | Velo Plush with lifting handle |
Seatpost | Promax, 350 mm x 27.2 mm Type: Rigid |
Pedals | Wellgo B087 CrMo axle, forged aluminum platform with reflectors, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading |
Grips | Durable imitation leather ergo |
Rear Derailleur | 7-Speed Shimano Acera |
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Crank | 42T, 170 mm ProWheel Pioneer forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard |
Shifters | Shimano SL-TX50-7R thumb shifter, 7-speed |
Cassette | DNP 7-speed freewheel, 11-34T |
Chain | KMC Z7 |
Brakes | Tektro Aries (MD-M300) Type: Mechanical Disc |
Brake Levers | Aluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switch and integrated bell |
Rims | Double wall, 36H |
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Spokes | 12-gauge stainless steel, black |
Tires | Rad Power Bikes by Kenda Juggernaut 26" x 4", K-Shield puncture-resistant liner |
Disc Rotors | Tektro 180 mm front and rear |
Motor | 750W brushless Bafang geared hub motor with 80 Nm of torque, 5:1 planetary gear reduction |
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Battery | 48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMC Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles |
Display | Backlit LCD with charge indicator, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, pedal assist level, wattmeter, and more |
Charger | 48V, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on both 110V and 230V AC power outlets |
Lights | Front: Standard Rad Power Bikes LED headlightRear: Integrated taillight with brake light |
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Fenders | Full coverage front and rear |
Racks | Optional |
Last updated July 21
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