![]() ![]() The new RadCity 5 Plus Step-Through draws styling cues from European city bikes and contemporary commuter bikes from other brands. The first thing you notice when comparing the bikes is the RadCity 5 Plus’ overall improved appearance and design. The RadCity 5 Plus is the latest addition to the Rad Power product lineup and has some big upgrades over its predecessor, the RadCity 3. Rad Power sells consumer-direct with prices for all of their bikes falling between $1,000 and $2,000-compared to more established brands such as Trek or Specialized whose commuter e-bikes sell for double or triple this price. Based in Seattle, Rad Power makes a range of e-bikes mostly targeted towards city and commuter use. But even if you haven’t heard of Rad Power, chances are you have seen one in your neighborhood as, in only six years, they have quickly become one of the biggest e-bike brands in the United States. Rad Power might not be well known to many cyclists who only ride non-assist bikes that’s because Rad only makes and sells e-bikes. Because of this, it is important that the bike you choose has a lot of versatility. From picking up a couple of days' worth of groceries to dropping the kid off at daycare, to running a package quickly across town before the last Fed-Ex pickup, or bringing home a pizza and a six-pack, everyone has different needs for a commuter bike and your needs might even vary from one day to the next. A hot segment for bikes has been e-bikes-particularly commuter-style e-bikes-with several brands offering up great options.Ī good city or commuter e-bike needs to cover a wide range of needs. Now more people are returning to the office, wanting to drive less, or just have a fun and sporty way to get around town. Over the past two years, cycling has seen its biggest participation upswing in a generation with riders all over the country getting out and riding. carrying capacity, quick release seat clamp, LED headlight, Integrated taillight with brake light Stem: Zoom alloy, 90º angle adjustment, 90mm lengthĪccessories: Plastic fenders (front & rear), Integrated rear rack w/ 59.5 lb. ![]() Saddle: Rad Power Bikes with lifting handle Tires: Rad Power Bikes, custom 27.5" x 2.0", e-bike rated with puncture-resistant liner Wheels: Double wall aluminum alloy rims, 36H Motor: 750W brushless geared hub motor, 5:1 planetary gear reductionīattery: 48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMCĭrivetrain: Shimano Altus derailleur w/ Shimano SL-TX50 shifter, 7-speedĬrankset: 46T, 170 mm forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguardīrakes: Hydraulic disc brake, 180mm (front & rear) rotors Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus Step-Through Build Detailsįork: Spring fork, 50mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment ![]()
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