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RadWagon 5
A 20″ aluminum frame long tail cargo e-bike with modest components and tektro hydraulic disc brakes.
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$2,399| Weight | 86.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 45mm |
| Wheels | 20″ |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 7 |
| Groupset | Shimano |
| Motor | 750W 90Nm hub-drive |
| Battery | 720Wh |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 6'3"
Summary
The Rad Power Bikes RadWagon is a long-tail cargo e-bike praised for its affordability, sturdy build, and excellent cargo capacity, making it a versatile car substitute for families and errands. It features a powerful motor, good handling, and improved safety in newer models, though some versions have faced issues with tire quality and brakes. Overall, it offers great value but has mixed feedback on components and performance under heavy loads.
Affordable
Sturdy build
Good cargo capacity
Powerful motor
Versatile with accessories
Tire quality issues
Ineffective brakes
Heavy weight
Struggles on hills when loaded
Rad Power has now disclosed that they have received 137 reports of tires blowing out, with eight of those resulting in injuries from road rash to a broken arm.
BikerumorThe RadWagon 5 is a longtail cargo e-bike designed to handle big loads with ease.Electric Bike Report
The RadWagon 5 rides like an American car from the 70's.
Outdoor Gear LabIf you're interested in trying out cargo biking, the Rad Power Bikes Radwagon 4 is a superb first choice.
road.ccThe Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4 is one of the easiest to use and versatile cargo bikes we’ve had the pleasure of riding… and that’s before you look at the extremely tempting price tag.The Gear Loop
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Dec 2022
An effective car replacement at an affordable price point.
Affordable
Sturdy
Comfortable
Good cargo capacity
Powerful motor
Ineffective and noisy brakes
Tire issues
Jan 2025 · Griffin Hales
The fifth generation of this cargo e-bike continues refinement and usability. It may not be perfect, but at this price, it's as appealing as any cargo e-bike like it. Rad Power Bikes struck gold with the RadWagon 4, one of the most popular cargo e-bikes on the market. However, the design was due for an
New 720Wh Safe Shield battery provides an unusual level of safety and is certified to UL 2271 & 2849
New 750W brushless, geared hub motor now produces 90Nm of torque, making it a better climber
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes offer exceptional stopping power. It’s one of our top cargo brake tests to date.
The wide range 11-34t freewheel makes the 7-speed Shimano drivetrain much more effective than we find on many other 7-speed e-bikes
Rear cargo deck has a 120-lb. carrying capacity
Rad Power offers a wide range of accessories to outfit the RadWagon 5 for hauling both kids and stuff
The big handle on the rear of the saddle make this cargo e-bike much easier to handle
The change to 20-in. wheels from 22-in. wheels means that replacement tires (and tubes) will be much easier to source
We would like to see the charger upgraded from 2A to speed charging
Cable management could be cleaner
Nov 2024
Price: $2399.00 | Model Year: 2024 | We love the new motor. While the output is still rated at 750W, the torque has been increased to 90Nm which will help riders get up hills and accelerate up to speed.
We love the new motor. While the output is still rated at 750W, the torque has been increased to 90Nm which will help riders get up hills and accelerate up to speed.
The 720Wh Safe Shield battery is one of the best-made, safest batteries on the market. It is certified to UL’s 2271 standard, and the entire electronics system is certified to 2849.
The addition of a torque sensor will make the RadWagon 5 more responsive to the rider’s pedaling effort and will give motor power as soon as a rider pushes a pedal. The torque sensor has also helped the RadWagon’s range to grow from 45 mi. to 60 mi. (estimated)
The switch to 20 in. wheels means that replacement tires will be available at most bike shops, rather than only through Rad Power Bikes. See Latest Price
May 2024 · Joshua Hutchens
The Rad Power RadWagon 5 is a rugged cargo bike with ample electric assist and room for the family. With an enormous rack, a 375-pound weight limit, and a...
Stable
Easy to ride
Confidence inspiring
Utilitarian
Heavy
Not so sporty
Expensive Accessories
Aug 2023 · Mat Brett
With London’s ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) area expanding this week and other cities introducing similar anti-pollution charging zones, take a look at this excellent budget load carrier
Nov 2022 · Sam Anderson
Assembly and equipment flaws on RadWagon 4 cargo ebikes resulted in two separate voluntary stop-ride notices. Here's what owners need to know.
Aug 2022 · Leon Poultney
We test this enticingly affordable electric cargo bike to see if it's the ultimate, affordable getaway vehicle.
Massive load-carrying capacity
Fantastic value for money
Plenty of personalisation options
Not as smooth and powerful as some rivals
7-Speed Shimano Acera gearing isn’t the best
Twist power assist could be better
| Frame | Aluminum |
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| Fork | RST Guide suspension fork, 45mm travel, tapered steerer tube, thru axle Travel: 45mm |
| Stem | 35mm A-head |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 680 mm wide |
| Saddle | Padded flat touring saddle with shallow anatomic cut-out, wide contoured sides |
| Seatpost | 390 mm x 27.2 mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Composite platform, CrMo axle with reflectors, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading |
| Grips | Ergonomic rubber comfort grips |
| Rear Derailleur | 7-speed Shimano |
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| Crank | 50T with dual sided chain ring cover, 170mm crank arms |
| Shifters | Shimano, 7-speed thumb shifter |
| Cassette | 7-speed freewheel, 11-34T |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic Disc HD-E395 Type: Tektro Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Kenda 20" x 3.3" |
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| Disc Rotors | 180 mm x 2.3mm |
| Motor | Rear hub 750W, 90 Nm, Stated wattage is the manufacturer’s rated power capacity. Actual power-to-ground wattage is under 750W to ensure ebike regulatory compliance and may vary depending on riding conditions. |
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| Battery | 15Ah 720 Wh Safe Shield Advanced External Battery, Samsung 50GB or LG M50LT cells, UL Certified to UL-2271 |
| Display | Rad custom color display. See Display section below for details. |
| Charger | 48VDC, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on 100V-240V AC power outlets |
| Lights | Auto-on feature, Front: 450 lumens LED headlight with built-in reflector, Rear: Integrated taillight with brake light and turn signals |
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| Fenders | Full coverage front and rear, plus integrated wheel cover |
| Racks | Integrated, 120 lb (54.4 kg) carrying capacity |
| Bell | Yes |
First added March 6
Last updated May 11
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