2020 Rad Power Bikes

RadRunner Plus

A 20″ aluminum frame utility e-bike with modest components and mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,699
Weight74.3 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 80mm
ForkRST
Wheels20″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 7
GroupsetAcera, Tourney
MotorBafang 750W 80Nm hub-drive
Battery672Wh
BrakesMechanical Disc
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

26 mph

RadRunner Plus

23 mph

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Electric Bike Review
Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Plus Review

Nov 2020

Price: $1699.00 | Model Year: 2020, 2021 | The fully accessorized version of the RadRunner electric bike. This is a compact utility ebike with unique 20

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  • The fully accessorized version of the RadRunner electric bike. This is a compact utility ebike with unique 20" x 3.3" fat tires and adjustable suspension fork (compression, lockout, rebound). Comes stock with extended seat and flip-down pegs for a passenger, as well as extra wide fenders and an upgraded 500 lumen headlight. Also compatible with the standard racks, bags, and Yepp! child seat.

  • Integrated lights, including a blinking rear light that goes bright when the brakes are pulled, reflective tires, and metallic silver frame improve safety by keeping you visible. Seven speed drivetrain makes starting, climbing, and pedaling at higher speeds much more comfortable. Nice aluminum alloy chainring guide keeps clothing clean and snag-free while reducing chain drops, steel derailleur guard protects the sensitive parts during shipping and when passengers are riding.

  • Large 180mm disc brake rotors provide excellent stopping power and control, both brake levers have switches that cut power to the motor. This ebike is available in the US, Canada, and Europe with RAD optimized 750, 500, and 250 watt 5 to 1 planetary geared hub motors (meeting the upper legal limit in each country). Strong 80nm peak torque and good mechanical advantage given the smaller wheel diameter makes this a decent climber and passenger hauler.

  • The twist throttle offers full power, overriding 0-5 assist for instant starts and quick boosts when climbing or catching up to friends. Upgraded aluminum alloy pedals feel sturdy and smooth. Extra long seat post and adjustable high-rise handlebar offers great fit for many body types. Suspension corrected geometry isn't just a copy of the basic RadRunner. Upgraded LCD display panel with USB charging port. The included saddle is not adjustable forward and back or tipping because it's designed to fit perfectly with the passenger seat. Optional console box does not lock. The bike is very heavy at 74.4lbs despite the small appearance.

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Rad Power Radrunner

Aug 2020

The Rad Power RadRunner is a massively practical utility ebike at a very good price that also manages to be lots of fun. It has a couple of flaws you’ll want to fix straight away, but it’s such good value for money that they’re not dealbreakers. What we have here is a welded aluminium step-through frame with a built-in rear rack capable of carrying up to 54.4 kg (120lb in old money; Rad Power is American), propelled by a 48V Bafang rear-hub motor with a 672 Wh battery.

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Specs
Build
Frame

6061 aluminum

Tire Clearance3.3"

Fork

RST spring fork, 80 mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment

Travel80mm

Spring TypeCoil

Bottom Bracket

100 mm Square Taper Bottom Bracket

Headset

Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tube

Stem

50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)

Handlebar

Aluminum high rise, 660 mm wide, 10" rise

Saddle

Exclusive Rad Power Bikes moped-style, integrated steel seat post, fixed angle

Seatpost

390 mm x 27.2 mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Wellgo composite platform with reflectors, CrMo axle, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading

Grips

Durable imitation leather ergonomic grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

7-speed Shimano Acera

Crank

48T, 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)

TypeMechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Aluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switch and integrated bell

Wheels
Rims

Double wall, 36H

Spokes

12-gauge stainless steel, black

Tires

Exclusive Rad Power Bikes by Kenda K-Rad 20" x 3.3", K-Shield puncture-resistant liner

Disc Rotors

Tektro 180 mm front and rear

Electric Components
Motor

750W brushless Bafang geared hub motor with 80 Nm of torque, 5:1 planetary gear reduction

Battery

48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMC Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles

Display

Intuitive LCD display that shows battery charge level, pedal assist level, and light indicator

Charger

48V, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on both 110V and 230V AC power outlets

Accessories
Lights

Front: LED headlight Rear: Integrated taillight with brake light and flash mode

Fenders

Included, full coverage front and rear

Racks

Front: Optional Rear: Integrated, 120 lb carrying capacity, 25.5 mm tubing diameter

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