Think of electric power bikes; think of Rad Power Bikes. This awesomely built bike has grown to become the major and the largest electric bike brand currently in the United States (US) following its establishment in 2007 by Mike Radenbaugh. Rad power bikes are of varying prices which makes it the choice of many depending on the financial strength of the individual.
With the company having close to a dozen models of its electric power bike, these bikes span across several multi-purpose reasons why people go in to purchase a bike. Some are built for recreational activities which are currently the company’s largest market whilst serving other purposes such as for commuting or transportation, utility, and most often for commercial purposes.
There is no defined rule basis on why and how each Rad model bike was built. They are uniquely designed and exercise a great deal of versatility wherein most of the bikes thought to have been built for recreational purposes have been seen by users cropping in utility function with the same bike.
The models of the electric Rad Power Bikes include the RadRunner, RadMission, RadCity, RadRover, RadMini, and RadWagon with some having several modifications which style them up and at the same time serve the intended purposes. This is observed wherein models such as the RadRunner and RadWagon are mostly used for utility and cargo purposes, the RadMission and RadCity for commuting or transportation. Taking into consideration the terrain and the purpose of riding, the Rad Power Bike can reach up to a speed of 20mph while covering 20-50 miles.
Below is a review summary on Rad Power Bikes taking into consideration the pros, cons, reasons why you would like the power bike, and also reasons why you should loathe the bike, etc.
Pros of the Rad Power Bike
- Affordability: unlike most other e-bikes, Rad Power bikes are easy to purchase as most transactions can be carried out via mail. It is a less to no retail markup as Rad Power Bikes operate via the chain of direct-to-consumer.
- Versatility: instead of serving one purpose, Rad Power Bikes can be employed for other activities. Just like the RadRunner and RadWagon while it is made for utility purposes, they can be used for recreational activities whilst used for cargo purposes as well.
- Accessory Availability: Regardless of the model or its subsequent modification, the Rad Power Bikes accessories are available and accessible. The fat tires are readily available and can be shipped down to your doorstep upon demand. Mind you, the Rad Power Bikes accessories are adapted for a better and enhanced function and come fully packaged. There is no room for a separate order of a particular accessory; the battery is intact with its corresponding cables, the necessary toolkit for the customization and maintenance, the manufacturers’ user guide manual, etc.
- Portability: despite its cumbersome size most of the Rad Power Bikes are, one of the sweet things regarding this ebike is the fact that it can be folded easily. Peradventure you want to transport or either store the bike, the portability of the bike is an advantage as you can neatly fold it up and keep it at the car trunk with less or no damage.
- Battery Life: following a full charge of the bike, the Rad Power bike has an appreciable long lasting battery life. Because, most ebikes battery lives are dependent on how one used it via the pedaling and throttle use, in extreme conditions such as plowing through the hills and rocky places, the Rad Power Bike can cover about 20-25 miles. In minimal and smooth terrain use, 45-50 miles can be covered.
- Puncture resistant: the fact that the tires are fat poses a threat of it been exposed to increased puncturing. However, this isn’t applicable for Rad Power Bikes as they have been designed to resist puncturing easily and built to be used in rocky and rough roads.
- Design: at a glance, most Rad Power Bikes are built in an attractive manner. Its sleek designs are catchy and appealing to the eyes ranging from the unique interplay of colours, the seats, and tires to the body size. It surely leaves the mouth ajar with the wow exclamation flowing through concurrently.
- Warranty and Return Policy: Rad Power bikes have a one (1) warranty and a 14-day free return policy.
- Smooth Riding: Like the RadCity 4 model, most go for it due to its awesome smooth ride quality. The uniformly aired tires and the well positioned adjustable seat and handle, gives the rider the best comfort they deserve. There is a great pedaling option for its rider while climbing the hills via the freewheel mode.
- Good Interface: the Rad Power Bike has a centre mounted controller which is easy to use which reads off several riding metric for the user.
Cons of Rad Power Bike
- Pedal: its pedals are mostly plastic instead of aluminum and is prone to been damaged easily.
- Size: it is very huge and heavy.
- Color: for some models such as the RadRover, it comes only as black. No other colour option.
What We Liked
- The appealing and catchy body design
- Well packaged accessories
- The foldable nature of the bike
- The LED headlight and brake light
- Multipurpose nature that comes with lots of fun while riding
- There are about a dozen model of it that one can choose from
- Ability to cover a long distant and having a long-lasting battery life
- There is room for installment payment
What We Did Not Like
- Its cumbersome nature
- Single handedly folding the bike is challenging
- Its cheap pedal
- The chain isn’t that well protected
- The battery packs are external
Reasons to Like the Rad Power Bike
- There is increased visibility through the front headlight because it has a unique LED design
- The rear rack of most Rad Bikes can support up to 40-45 Ibs individuals
- The display is well positioned with the LCD clearly reading out the battery life, distance covered, the pedaling, and the current speed.
- It is very easy to turn of the LCD lights and adjust the pedaling assist via the control displayed console.
- It is an affordable bike for all commuters
- Even though the battery is external, the charging port is protected with a rubber barrier that prevents dust, dirt or water from entering into the battery.
- The bike has an 85% assembly rate thus, making assembly quite easy. There is inclusion of the toolkit also.
- There is inclusion of a kickstand
- The seat is adjustable
- The handlebars are also adjustable
- There is a one (1) year warranty and 14-days return policy
- The brake pads are designed to have a higher life span.
Reasons Not to Like the Rad Power Bike
- Even though it has an 80% assembly prior purchase, assembly takes time.
- The Rad bikes are heavy
- Poor pedals