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    MSRP
    $1,199
    $1,299
    $1,699
    Where to Buy
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    $1

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    Category
    Utility, E-BikeUtility, E-BikeUtility, E-Bike
    Weight
    65.0 lbs65.0 lbs74.3 lbs
    4.0
    AluminumAluminumAluminum
    Fork
    SteelSteelRST (coil)
    Wheels
    AluminumAluminumAluminum
    Wheel Size
    20″20″20″
    Brakes
    Mechanical DiscMechanical DiscMechanical Disc
    Bafang 750W 80Nm hub-driveBafang 750W 80Nm hub-driveBafang 750W 80Nm hub-drive
    672Wh672Wh672Wh
    Groupset
    Acera, Tourney
    Drivetrain
    1 × 71 × 71 × 7
    Suspension
    RigidRigidHardtail
    Front Travel
    --80mm
    Brand Site

    radpowerbikes.com

    radpowerbikes.com

    radpowerbikes.com

    Summary
    The Rad Power Bikes RadRunner 1, Rad Power Bikes RadRunner, and Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Plus are all 20″ aluminum frame utility e-bikes with mechanical disc brakes. The RadRunner Plus has better components and a better fork.
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    Gear Range

    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)

    20 mph

    RadRunner 1

    19 mph

    RadRunner

    26 mph

    RadRunner Plus

    Highest gear

    (descending)

    Spec Level

    Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

    Geometry
    Specs
    Frame

    6061 aluminum

    Tire Clearance3.3"

    6061 aluminum

    Tire Clearance3.3"

    6061 aluminum

    Tire Clearance3.3"

    Fork

    Rigid steel

    Rigid steel

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

    Bottom Bracket

    100 mmSquare Taper Bottom Bracket

    100 mmSquare Taper Bottom Bracket

    100 mm Square Taper Bottom Bracket

    Headset

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

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

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

    Stem

    50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)

    50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)

    50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)

    Handlebar

    Aluminum high rise, 660 mm wide, 10" rise

    Aluminum high rise, 660 mm wide, 10" rise

    Aluminum high rise, 660 mm wide, 10" rise

    Saddle

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

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

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

    Seatpost

    390 mm x 27.2 mm

    390 mm x 27.2 mm

    390 mm x 27.2 mm

    Pedals

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

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

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

    Grips

    Durable ergonomic rubber

    Durable ergonomic rubber

    Durable imitation leather ergonomic grips

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    Single speed chain tensioner

    Single speed chain tensioner

    7-speed Shimano Acera

    Crank

    53T, 170 mm forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard

    52T, 170 mm forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard

    48T, 170 mm ProWheel Pioneer forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard

    Shifters

    None

    None

    Shimano SL-TX50-7R thumb shifter, 7-speed

    Cassette

    DNP 16T single speed

    DNP 16T single speed

    DNP 7-speed freewheel, 11-34T

    Chain

    KMC Z7

    KMC Z7

    KMC Z7

    Brakes

    Tektro Aries (MD-M300)

    Tektro Aries (MD-M300)

    Tektro Aries (MD-M300)

    Brake Levers

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

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

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

    Wheels
    Rims

    Double wall, 36H

    Double wall, 36H

    Double wall, 36H

    Spokes

    12-gauge stainless steel, black

    12-gauge stainless steel, black

    12-gauge stainless steel, black

    Tires

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

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

    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

    Tektro 180 mm front and rear

    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

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

    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

    48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NCA 18650 Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles‍

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

    Display

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

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

    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

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

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

    Accessories
    Lights

    Front: LED headlightRear: Integrated taillight with brake light and flash mode

    Front: LED headlightRear: Integrated taillight with brake light and flash mode‍

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

    Fenders

    Optional

    Optional

    Included, full coverage front and rear

    Racks

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

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

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

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