3:10 This is actually a remarkably wonderful way to show larger riders how the bike can still work for them. By virtue of the life of a bike reviewer, most are rather fit. So when a 250lb man (me) watches those reviews, it does little to tell me how the bike will perform. Whether this was your motivation or not, thank you.
Don’t ebikes like these require registration and insurance in the UK? Since the motor is >250 watts and it has moped-like throttle. Thank goodness don’t need that nonsense in the US (just with the problem of almost non-existent biking infrastructure in the US).
Just got my bike over the weekend and I haven't been this addicted to a product since my first skateboard. This thing is FUN and this video review sealed the deal in my confirming the purchase. Thanks!
I recently purchased this bike. I really like it except for the seat. The seat is fixed with no adjustment to move it forward or backward only up or down. Thus, I am changing the seat post and seat. I'm a short person 5'5" tall. Because there is no adjustment on this fixed seat-, the seat is welded to the Seatpost, it doesn't lean like a regular bike so you have to be very careful turning. Another option is to take the seat out and use the back pad as your seat. This is the problem with not being able to ride a bike before purchase. If you're fortunate to have one of the few shops that carry this bike then realize this can be a problem for those who like to lean into their turns on a bike.
I'm trying to understand what you mean when you say "...it doesn't lean like a regular bike...." Is this due somehow to the seatpost? Or just the design of the bike as a whole?
Done 500 miles in 4 months on my rad. Regularly go on canal paths and through Epping forest this winter. Such a fun ride. In the settings you can increase speed to 20mph. 25miles range max power or 35/40 in eco. Bit slow up hills but it’s heavy. Sometimes I get error code but a prod on the connectors usually sorts it out. Still rideable when battery goes but it’s tough especially after doing 40miles. I love my rad. Only one puncture. But now I go everywhere with slime, spare Amazon inner tubes, levers, 15mm wrench and a pump. Funnily enough I fixed the puncture with a slime patch at Halfords and it’s been running fine for the last 350 miles. They (Halfords) thought I may not be able to get home with the patch. 10/10 bike.
To show how impressive this bike is to ride, I have a little story. My wife and I have talked about getting ebikes for several years, but she is kind of thrifty(she throws nickels around like they are manhole covers), and we never pulled the trigger on buying them. On labor day, friends came by on their bikes(our back yard abuts a gorgeous 20+ mile paved bike trail in northern Indiana) and one of them had a new Radrunner plus. They insisted that we try it out, so we both rode it up the trail a ways and back. I was amazed, but my wife was totally blown away. After they left, she had me immediately order two!
@@WilliamPurcellHotshotCustom let us remember how unusual it is to have a thrifty wife. If you are thrifty and your wife is spendy, it can really burden the marriage. Money is one of the big three stressors of marriage (the other two being sex and child care). Hopefully Bill is man enough to speak up when necessary. But I appreciate his desire to keep peace in the home.
I love this bike and have put about 500 miles on it so far. Stock seat is terrible but for $150 you can swap it out with a good suspension post and saddle. A huge benefit to the suntour post is that you sit a few inches further back making pedaling a lot more comfortable. I still keep the stock seat for my wife since she’s shorter and lowers it flush with the bench. Highly recommend this bike!
That the standard seat is terrible, but can easily be replaced with the same size seat post (for another $150) is something that should have been mentioned in the review. Not one single criticism was mentioned, except for the bike being "a little heavy," which it certainly is.
Stock seat is fine. I’ve decided to keep mine. I’m still young and I ride Mtb and bmx so a seat with suspension etc is not needed. I take my rad into the forest about once a month and my bottom never complains. Feet usually get soaked though.
I own one, and let me tell you this, you can go up some SERIOUS hills with large gradients on level 5 assist and in 1st gear and not even break a sweat. Easy peazy. However, as the battery begins to wain (two bars left) the bigger grade ones you will have to get off and put it in walk mode. For reference I weigh 155 pounds. After riding a ton of hills in my area it seems the battery never dies. I have only two complaints, it doesn't always find gears 1, 2 and 3 with authority and the seats are like sitting on a rock. Thanks for the review Micah!
Doug, I’m 72 and can’t read air pressure required on my tires even with glasses and magnifying glass, can you tell me what it says. It seems like they need some air as shipped. I just got my bike a week ago and hopefully have the same tires as you. Thank you.
This was my first e-bike and I love it! Best investment ever. I've gotten 44 miles on a single charge. I have purchased a second battery from eBay and with the Bolton battery adapter ($15) I can go anywhere. I can take my 7 year old or my teenagers on it without any issues. Had to upgrade the controller for hill climbing, but that only cost a little over $200. Highly recommended!
Just learned of this company over the weekend and I really appreciated your review. It seemed like you took their technical specs and made it into an informative and enjoyable video. Nice touch adding your nephews and asking the for what could be better and later addressing it by saying the lower center of gravity provides better stability. I had my mind set on a Trek and now I'm convinced that the RadPower Plus is the e-bike for me. Thanks so much for creating this review. Well done!
I have a Rad Rover....for the money it is the best value proposition I have found. Other companies offer "similar" form-factors for a few dollars less (or Much, Much More) But Rad offerings hit that sweet spot between price, performance and durability combined with responsive support and customer service. Add the fact that basic parts, along with "upgrades" are easy to find off-the-shelf or from a growing number of on-line vendors. While you can purchase parts directly from Rad, most items are not strictly proprietary meaning you can anticipate using their bikes for many years to come.
Thanks Micah, we ordered a radrunner plus a week ago as our first ebike off the back of your radrunner review. It's nice to hear that you think this is the best do it all ebike 😁
Where I live is nearly perfect for a bike like this; we have trail systems that connect all the population centers to the city. If we have an issue (aside from weather), it's that trails are still treated as less of a priority to keep open than roads. You'll literally find the trail closed, often for months (even years) because of this.
Wow!! This bike has 99% of the features I want, plus it looks super comfortable to ride....thanks for helping me decide. As a teen, Roadrunners were my fave car.
My wife and I have benn riding our radrunner plus bikes all summer. It's everything they say it is. No buyers remorse here. I do quite a bit of dirt road riding to get to my favorite fishing spots, and it gets me there in style. For off pavement riding I recommend tire liners. Get a Radrunner. You won't be soory you did
Well that’s me SOLD! Very nice review, so informative & clear on the details, of which there were a lot. I have just today test ridden a Rad Runner, I felt it was a little basic but fun. I’d seen the Runner Plus and I’ve just placed my order from Edinburgh, Scotland. I’ve seen your reviews before, so glad I checked back. Keep up the good work 👍🏼
I've had my RadRunnerPLUS for about 8 months and I've gotten rid of my other bikes. This thing is a go anywhere-do pretty much anything bike. I do trail riding, road riding, urban touring...I mean, this is one capable eBike. I've climbed hills, ran through flooded trails, lots of off road riding in dirt, sand, mud, gravel...it's really like a small motorcycle more so than a bicycle. I can't recommend it enough. It's not cheap...but it's also built like a tank and I've had ZERO issues with mine. Super easy to adjust and maintain. GET ONE ALREADY!!!!
I have personally put 100 miles on this bike that I bought for my elderly father back in the Midwest. We absolutely love it! You will not be disappointed. Does great on pavement or gravel roads. Loved it so much I bought a Rad City 5+ for myself here in Virginia. Had some issues with mine, but the customer service was absolutely amazing! If you are looking, Rad is the way to go.
As usual, great review Micah. Suffice to say that Rad Bikes stand by their quality products and offer an excellent service. I had to cancel an order and i was fully refunded within a few hours. I love the Radrunner 1.
@@bobbyblanton5523 Rad has a chart on their website. I am 5’3” and can put both feet on the ground sitting. But the seat goes up several inches. I would recommend a better seat and you’ll need a seat post as the RR stock seat is welded to the post. I got the YLG seat and a cheap suspension post- which is comfy but I’m to scared to use them… unless I buy platform sneakers…can’t touch ground with the new system. Rats.
My wife & I are considering Rad Bike x 2! This was an interesting and informative video! It will be a "pricey" endeavor, but one I believe will be worth it!
I installed a suspension post and comfortable seat for $80 sat a local bike shop. The radrunner plus is perfect for me. Other competitors don’t have an adjustable seat so that if you don’t perfectly match the height of seat you just don’t match up at all. The frame with the over kill welds looks like it would hold 500 pounds or more. The suspension fork may not be necessary for riding paved toads but is appreciated whenever I hit even a small flaw in the pavement
You can buy a battery adapter from Bolton Bikes and then attach a battery from any company to it. Found a Hailong 48v 14ah locally for $100 and now use it as a backup.
@@tmurphy0919 It was brand new. A gentleman purchased it for $300 on Amazon, but couldn't fit it onto his bike. Been using it for months, not issues... yet!
You can remove it and add a basket. You will have to buy the additional accessories. Check RADPOWERs website. This bike has so many different configurations. I have the RadRunner 1, this is a very versatile bike!
I JUST got my RR+ and think it is wonderful! the only thing I would like is to be able too mount the large basket in back parallel rather than perpendicular out of the box. But it is a great bike and solidly built.
@@disciprine The integrated battery is not a deal breaker just a personal preference. Doesn't scream E-bike. Rad keeps the price down with mechanicals.
I visited the Rad shop out here in San Diego and they were selling the RadRunner Plus like crazy. It seemed like every other bike leaving the shop was the Runner Plus.
This is the bike I’m going to get. I’m a student at UCSC but have hEDS so I need a pedal assist bike that can handle both the mild off-roading and hills but then can also allow for commuting and fun when I end up in an apartment.
I prefer the RadRunner single speed to this. It hits the sweet spot, imo. Gears aren't all that beneficial to this runabout and the added complexity is a big turn-off over the single speed. Same goes for the front suspension vs a rigid fork. It's just not that beneficial for the type of riding that this bike is intended for. The balloon tires make the rigid fork ok for pavement and light trails. The base RadRunner hits KISS just right. Keep It Simple Stupid. As a bonus, it's cheaper too!
My wife and I own and ride the base model radrunner and we love it. We are pretty healthy slim people so it's able to get us up hills with a bit of heavy pedaling. The only thing I don't like about the plus model is the large back seat. It's such a wasted space to have a seat that big in the back when you can attach a large size basket like we did. So behind the rider's seat, we have a beanbag seat that I made for my wife and a basket. This way, we don't have to carry any gear, groceries or even backpacks while we're out on a day trip. On our longest single trip, we covered around 55-60 km with about 15% of the battery left. I would love to have the 7 speed option on the base model but it's only necessary if you're hauling 300 pounds up a steep hill.
Will the center console fit a laptop? I want a daily commuting bike that will do a little off-roading and fit my son with his school bag on the back. 12km per day 6Km off-road and 4 on-road.
It is much nicer then the origional RadRunner, but I would still pick my Lectric XP Step-thru. It's built like a tank, looks awesome and costs a lot less.
Nice looking but doubt they designed the frame as I know the OEM factory in China that makes all their bikes. Also their 750 w motor is really only 750 watt peak more like 500 w continuous.
@@disciprine it's very easy hydraulic fluid is contained inside the calipers shipped sealed connecting cables tightening 4bolts should be easy for anyone who can open fridge door and close.
@@rubo1964 you're talking about hybrid calipers not a full hydraulic system. They aren't the same Also you're talking out your butt on price. The Juintech M1 popular system is $150+
I saw that the Rad Runner 2 doesn't have gears but still has a throttle. Can anyone tell me the advantage of having gears then? I mean, if you have a throttle, what is the point of the gears?
just found this video and i have to agree, from the video the rad have the unique feel! for the ppl who can have one, dont miss the chance to enjoy it. I dont have something like that where i live but dreaming still free, maybe someday.
I’ve been riding my 8000w E Bike from Sahara Bikes for a few months now. Absolutely wild how fast this goes. Planning to get the 5000w for son for his birthday this year. Highly recommend you guys check them out. This bike seems ok. Really cool bike, These guys need to try out the bikes from Sahara Bikes. Their ET Bike is fully electric, with 4 speed manual transmission and clutch. Would love to see these guys test it out. I've owned these bikes before, they were ok. But all i have been riding as of late is the Wild Coyote E Bike from Sahara Bikes, Y’all need to check them out if you want something superior. Really want to see these guys review the Sahara Bikes Wild Coyote E bike, I;ve heard nothing but good things from the research i've been doing, but there still isn't much on it.
My question exactly! I want some cargo ability, but being a grandma, I think it’s important that I protect my joints with the suspension. I’m hoping the long seat snaps off
What weight/loading capacity does it take? I think this question should be answered first for most bike reviews, it annoys me so much that this is missed out being a larger rider.
He doesn't go thru a number of specs but I wouldn't want to hear a dry reading of numbers, especially if I'm primarily interested in just one or two. Rad has an extensive list of specifications on their site, more than most companies.
Did you find the motor noisier than other older models like the 2018 Rad City? I find ours rides very different than the city, there’s like a lag in the power kicking in and it’s sluggish in lower power settings compared to the City. Thoughts?
So I have a question, I know your probably won’t see this but is there any security to this bike? I don’t want to fork out $1000+ for a bike and have it stolen like other bikes I’ve had.
my ebike is really ugly, I don't chain it, no one wants it! but it rides sooo cool. It's worth about $700. batteries are Ryobi 40v. expensive buy removable and rainproof.
It's a very nice bike. I've had it since December and it's a joy to ride. On packed snow, it was slippery so i switched for Kenda Krusades which helped a bit. Unfortunately, because of salt and the fact i can't rinse it off without freezing everything, rust is a big issue on everything that's made of steel but since it's only the gears, the chain and some other small components, it shouldn't be too expensive to replace those in the future. Next winter, i'll have to find a solution for that though.
Oil based paint, and a primer. Seal that metal nearly permanently without scratching it really wouldn't need much care than wiping it down every now and again
The last S73 I came across was on a walk/bike path. A young idiot coming around a blind corner so fast he had to panic ditch into the weeds to avoid crashing into pedestrians with pets. I've seen too many S73 video's depicting young men/boys showing off on streets weaving in and out of traffic on wheelies. One of our local beach cities is cracking down on ebikes because of that kind of behavior. For a second ebike, maybe a S73. Probably not, but I would like something to throw around on trails more aggressively than my Cheetah. So I gotta ask, is the S73 is better for mall hopping than this? Is it better to take lunch for two to a park? Better at... oh I don't know, think of something. "better in every way" for you I'm sure. But unquestionably the S73 could hardly be considered a good utility bike without significant changes. Having just completed a bathroom remodel and using my Cheetah for numerous trips to/from Home Depot and Lowes, I am certain the S73 is unsuitable for what I need/want out of an ebike. This Radrunner Plus checks all the boxes for what I need for the 2nd ebike in the family. So for me, the bike in this review is better in every way than the S73. Recommend you check your own bias and be honest with yourself before attacking the reviewers character. In fact, you actually of owe the guy an apology based on my book of "how to respectfully coexist with other humans".
It has been out of stock in Europe for ever! All their models are actually nearly impossible to get. My sister’s order of a Rad Wagon took nearly 5 months to arrive.
Have a taiwanese e-bike. $450. Suspension and full size 27.5" fat tires. A real mountain bike, haven't driven on 16" wheels since I was 10 years old 😅✌️💕
I have the original Radrunner, I do like it but the seat is a pain in the butt, after putting multiple gel seat pads on I had enough of the pain and bought a proper seat.. maybe it’s different in Europe, we have to paddle all the time here and restricted to 15mph(25kmh)
None of the Rad Power eBike UA-cam videos (that I’ve seen) discuss which eBike is best for short people. I’m a 5’1” woman. I went to the Rad Power store in Ballard, but they were too busy to actually talk to someone about it. I went to go look at the RadRover 6 Plus Step-thru, but it was way too big for me. I wasn’t originally interested in the RadRunner Plus, but I saw it in person at the Rad Power store and actually liked it. I just still don’t know if it would be okay for someone as short as I am. Can you do a review for a shorter people or offer recommendations? I wanted Rad Power because they are a local WA company.
This is a great e-bike! But is there any e-bike on the market that got a cover for the battery compartment while the bike is parked outside and the battery is charging indoor?
The RadWagon is longer, and I’m not sure if it’s got any suspension. If those two factors (for starters) aren’t an issue, then you can consider it. The wagon is more focused on the cargo- and human-carrying aspect. If that’s more of a priority for you, it’s probably a good idea to check out a review specifically for the RadWagon.
I have the radwagon primarily to do the school run (the rear is big enough to cover it with a tent style roof for rain and sun protection), but since it can carry the groceries as well as a small car with four panniers, it's become more of a car replacement than I thought, so you can't really compare a cargo ebike to a regular one. However I would say that the radwagon doesn't handle like a big heavy truck, it's a pleasure to ride. So in terms of value, I'd go for the radwagon.
It depends what you want to do with it. If it’s for commuting, the Radrunner plus is lighter, has suspension and being shorter length wise allows you to maneuver around things better. The Radwagon is a solid alternative to a car since you can bring all your groceries and it’s built sturdier for bringing people. Both are good for different things
Hey, love the video on Rad Power Bikes! As an avid ebike user, I'm always on the lookout for new and innovative products in the market. Speaking of which, I recently stumbled upon this new crowdfunding project called freebeat's Morph 2-in-1 e-Bike. The outstanding feature that caught my attention is the ability to charge the bike when using it indoors. That's game-changing! The brushless 750W motor and 80Nm torque also offer impressive speed and power. The 80mm front suspension and puncture-resistant fat tires ensure a smooth ride on all terrains. Can't wait to support this project and experience the future of fitness and outdoor exploration!
Hey there! I totally agree with you, the freebeat Morph 2-in-1 eBike is an incredibly innovative project. The ability to charge the bike when using it indoors is a total game-changer! Not to mention, the brushless 750W motor and 80Nm torque offer impressive speed and power. And let's not forget about the 80mm front suspension and puncture-resistant fat tires that ensure a smooth ride on any terrain. I can't wait to support this project and experience the future of fitness and outdoor exploration. Thanks for bringing it to my attention! Keep up the great work!
I like this could you tell me what the price range is and can you attach a carrier( like a quad wheelcarrier).... with wheels on the back to bring along your 65 pound dog?????
Been doing research and think this might be what I am looking for. Though am also considering the Red City 5. Live in hilly VT. so still undecided-thoughts?
I love my RR+, but with severe complex PTSD I've been afraid of riding it. The weight, chiefly, scares me. If you can provide some input, I would be terribly grateful.
I’m debating between the cyrusher Kommoda and this bike for carting my 6 year old to and from the beach on pavement. I’m only 5’3 though and need the stability and to touch the ground. It’s such a hard call when I can’t test ride one. Curious which you would choose in my case.
Is it comfortable to sit on the passenger portion of the bike seat? I really love the moped look but it has to be comfortable for me to pull the trigger.
3:10 This is actually a remarkably wonderful way to show larger riders how the bike can still work for them. By virtue of the life of a bike reviewer, most are rather fit. So when a 250lb man (me) watches those reviews, it does little to tell me how the bike will perform. Whether this was your motivation or not, thank you.
So I walk out the door after watching this, here in Bristol, and someone only goes sailing by me on the bike!
UK?
@@TheStuartstardust yup
Rad Power Bike's marketing goes DEEP
@@tubasco504 its a super easy switch to make it go 25mph. Imma get the forest green radrunner.
Don’t ebikes like these require registration and insurance in the UK? Since the motor is >250 watts and it has moped-like throttle. Thank goodness don’t need that nonsense in the US (just with the problem of almost non-existent biking infrastructure in the US).
Just got my bike over the weekend and I haven't been this addicted to a product since my first skateboard. This thing is FUN and this video review sealed the deal in my confirming the purchase. Thanks!
I recently purchased this bike. I really like it except for the seat. The seat is fixed with no adjustment to move it forward or backward only up or down. Thus, I am changing the seat post and seat. I'm a short person 5'5" tall. Because there is no adjustment on this fixed seat-, the seat is welded to the Seatpost, it doesn't lean like a regular bike so you have to be very careful turning. Another option is to take the seat out and use the back pad as your seat. This is the problem with not being able to ride a bike before purchase. If you're fortunate to have one of the few shops that carry this bike then realize this can be a problem for those who like to lean into their turns on a bike.
I'm trying to understand what you mean when you say "...it doesn't lean like a regular bike...." Is this due somehow to the seatpost? Or just the design of the bike as a whole?
Done 500 miles in 4 months on my rad. Regularly go on canal paths and through Epping forest this winter. Such a fun ride. In the settings you can increase speed to 20mph.
25miles range max power or 35/40 in eco. Bit slow up hills but it’s heavy. Sometimes I get error code but a prod on the connectors usually sorts it out.
Still rideable when battery goes but it’s tough especially after doing 40miles. I love my rad. Only one puncture. But now I go everywhere with slime, spare Amazon inner tubes, levers, 15mm wrench and a pump. Funnily enough I fixed the puncture with a slime patch at Halfords and it’s been running fine for the last 350 miles. They (Halfords) thought I may not be able to get home with the patch. 10/10 bike.
To show how impressive this bike is to ride, I have a little story. My wife and I have talked about getting ebikes for several years, but she is kind of thrifty(she throws nickels around like they are manhole covers), and we never pulled the trigger on buying them. On labor day, friends came by on their bikes(our back yard abuts a gorgeous 20+ mile paved bike trail in northern Indiana) and one of them had a new Radrunner plus. They insisted that we try it out, so we both rode it up the trail a ways and back. I was amazed, but my wife was totally blown away. After they left, she had me immediately order two!
Cool but you are so whipped man
What’s the name of this trail I’m in central indiana but super curious about it?
@@WilliamPurcellHotshotCustom let us remember how unusual it is to have a thrifty wife. If you are thrifty and your wife is spendy, it can really burden the marriage. Money is one of the big three stressors of marriage (the other two being sex and child care). Hopefully Bill is man enough to speak up when necessary. But I appreciate his desire to keep peace in the home.
@@WilliamPurcellHotshotCustom My wife is also thrifty (except when it comes to diamonds!) That is why I could happily retire at 59.
I love this bike and have put about 500 miles on it so far. Stock seat is terrible but for $150 you can swap it out with a good suspension post and saddle. A huge benefit to the suntour post is that you sit a few inches further back making pedaling a lot more comfortable. I still keep the stock seat for my wife since she’s shorter and lowers it flush with the bench.
Highly recommend this bike!
That the standard seat is terrible, but can easily be replaced with the same size seat post (for another $150) is something that should have been mentioned in the review. Not one single criticism was mentioned, except for the bike being "a little heavy," which it certainly is.
Stock seat is fine. I’ve decided to keep mine. I’m still young and I ride Mtb and bmx so a seat with suspension etc is not needed. I take my rad into the forest about once a month and my bottom never complains. Feet usually get soaked though.
the seat itself is fine but the suntour suspension post is the very best accessory investment you'll ever make
I own one, and let me tell you this, you can go up some SERIOUS hills with large gradients on level 5 assist and in 1st gear and not even break a sweat. Easy peazy. However, as the battery begins to wain (two bars left) the bigger grade ones you will have to get off and put it in walk mode. For reference I weigh 155 pounds. After riding a ton of hills in my area it seems the battery never dies. I have only two complaints, it doesn't always find gears 1, 2 and 3 with authority and the seats are like sitting on a rock. Thanks for the review Micah!
Issues with the gears would probs be the limit screws or not setup correctly. Mine shifts perfectly and it’s completely covered in forest trail mud
Your limit screws or barrel needs to be re ajusted
I've taken my RadRunner Plus on some snowmobile trails in Colorado with aired down tires and it did great!
Doug, I’m 72 and can’t read air pressure required on my tires even with glasses and magnifying glass, can you tell me what it says. It seems like they need some air as shipped. I just got my bike a week ago and hopefully have the same tires as you. Thank you.
I have this bike and absolutely love it! I use it to commute to work and really enjoy it.
This was my first e-bike and I love it! Best investment ever. I've gotten 44 miles on a single charge. I have purchased a second battery from eBay and with the Bolton battery adapter ($15) I can go anywhere. I can take my 7 year old or my teenagers on it without any issues. Had to upgrade the controller for hill climbing, but that only cost a little over $200. Highly recommended!
What controller did you get?
@@chrisdevine4848 Bought it from Bolton. Fast shipping!
Just bought this for my dad. Flying back Friday to the Midwest to try it out and show him how to use it.
Just learned of this company over the weekend and I really appreciated your review. It seemed like you took their technical specs and made it into an informative and enjoyable video. Nice touch adding your nephews and asking the for what could be better and later addressing it by saying the lower center of gravity provides better stability. I had my mind set on a Trek and now I'm convinced that the RadPower Plus is the e-bike for me. Thanks so much for creating this review. Well done!
I have a Rad Rover....for the money it is the best value proposition I have found. Other companies offer "similar" form-factors for a few dollars less (or Much, Much More) But Rad offerings hit that sweet spot between price, performance and durability combined with responsive support and customer service. Add the fact that basic parts, along with "upgrades" are easy to find off-the-shelf or from a growing number of on-line vendors. While you can purchase parts directly from Rad, most items are not strictly proprietary meaning you can anticipate using their bikes for many years to come.
What makes it better than a Lectric xp 2.0?
Thanks Micah, we ordered a radrunner plus a week ago as our first ebike off the back of your radrunner review. It's nice to hear that you think this is the best do it all ebike 😁
Where I live is nearly perfect for a bike like this; we have trail systems that connect all the population centers to the city. If we have an issue (aside from weather), it's that trails are still treated as less of a priority to keep open than roads. You'll literally find the trail closed, often for months (even years) because of this.
Wow!! This bike has 99% of the features I want, plus it looks super comfortable to ride....thanks for helping me decide. As a teen, Roadrunners were my fave car.
On behalf of RadRunner Comp I Thank you for your fair and balanced review.
My wife and I have benn riding our radrunner plus bikes all summer. It's everything they say it is. No buyers remorse here. I do quite a bit of dirt road riding to get to my favorite fishing spots, and it gets me there in style. For off pavement riding I recommend tire liners. Get a Radrunner. You won't be soory you did
How cool to have Micah as an uncle to take you on e-bike rides, as he tries out different models! 🤙
I was debating…but now I’m sold on it. Thanks for your awesome review on the bike!
Well that’s me SOLD!
Very nice review, so informative & clear on the details, of which there were a lot. I have just today test ridden a Rad Runner, I felt it was a little basic but fun. I’d seen the Runner Plus and I’ve just placed my order from Edinburgh, Scotland. I’ve seen your reviews before, so glad I checked back.
Keep up the good work 👍🏼
Additional utility could be added: Extended range battery under the back seat or and under back seat glove box for stuff.
I've had my RadRunnerPLUS for about 8 months and I've gotten rid of my other bikes. This thing is a go anywhere-do pretty much anything bike. I do trail riding, road riding, urban touring...I mean, this is one capable eBike. I've climbed hills, ran through flooded trails, lots of off road riding in dirt, sand, mud, gravel...it's really like a small motorcycle more so than a bicycle. I can't recommend it enough. It's not cheap...but it's also built like a tank and I've had ZERO issues with mine. Super easy to adjust and maintain. GET ONE ALREADY!!!!
I have personally put 100 miles on this bike that I bought for my elderly father back in the Midwest. We absolutely love it! You will not be disappointed. Does great on pavement or gravel roads. Loved it so much I bought a Rad City 5+ for myself here in Virginia. Had some issues with mine, but the customer service was absolutely amazing! If you are looking, Rad is the way to go.
Love the look and features. I think this would be a great first e-bike for me at 63 years young and 5'6" tall. Would you agree?
As usual, great review Micah.
Suffice to say that Rad Bikes stand by their quality products and offer an excellent service.
I had to cancel an order and i was fully refunded within a few hours.
I love the Radrunner 1.
I love my RR+! I even take it in the woods on decent trails. I ride on the passenger seat for comfort. This baby practically flies! ⚡️🚴😎
Could I ask you how tall of a rider is it designed for?
@@bobbyblanton5523 Rad has a chart on their website. I am 5’3” and can put both feet on the ground sitting. But the seat goes up several inches. I would recommend a better seat and you’ll need a seat post as the RR stock seat is welded to the post. I got the YLG seat and a cheap suspension post- which is comfy but I’m to scared to use them… unless I buy platform sneakers…can’t touch ground with the new system. Rats.
My wife & I are considering Rad Bike x 2! This was an interesting and informative video!
It will be a "pricey" endeavor, but one I believe will be worth it!
You and your wife won't be disappointed 😊
We just bought the R+. The quality is great. Very happy with this eBike. We have an 8 km commute. Hoping to reduce our car usage by 1/2!
I installed a suspension post and comfortable seat for $80 sat a local bike shop. The radrunner plus is perfect for me. Other competitors don’t have an adjustable seat so that if you don’t perfectly match the height of seat you just don’t match up at all. The frame with the over kill welds looks like it would hold 500 pounds or more. The suspension fork may not be necessary for riding paved toads but is appreciated whenever I hit even a small flaw in the pavement
looks like a ciao moped, i used to have one as a kid in Italy. Looks fun! Great video! Thanks
I just bought 1 today and I officially love them first electric bike never been confident on the road till now
Great video, I’m sold on this model. Three questions: does your knees/feet hit the mid trunk and can a second battery be purchased at what cost?
November '18, my second battery from Rad was $550
You can buy a battery adapter from Bolton Bikes and then attach a battery from any company to it. Found a Hailong 48v 14ah locally for $100 and now use it as a backup.
@@SummersTimeEntertainment I'd be curious to see how long that $100 battery lasts. That's a ridiculously low price, unless it's really used.
@@tmurphy0919 It was brand new. A gentleman purchased it for $300 on Amazon, but couldn't fit it onto his bike. Been using it for months, not issues... yet!
My knees never hit the console. It’s a great accessory
Can that bench seat be traded for a basket or some form of saddle bag.
You can remove it and add a basket. You will have to buy the additional accessories. Check RADPOWERs website. This bike has so many different configurations. I have the RadRunner 1, this is a very versatile bike!
I had this bike for 2 years still working great. *-*
Mine is on it way! Excited to get it.
I JUST got my RR+ and think it is wonderful! the only thing I would like is to be able too mount the large basket in back parallel rather than perpendicular out of the box. But it is a great bike and solidly built.
Would like to see Rad come out with any model that includes hydraulic disc brakes and an integrated battery. Then they would be totally rad.
Don't really agree with the integrated battery but def the hydraulic brakes
@@disciprine The integrated battery is not a deal breaker just a personal preference. Doesn't scream E-bike.
Rad keeps the price down with mechanicals.
@@joshuaj.2108 the thing is I would gladly have paid $100 or so more for a hydraulic upgrade. IT only gets expensive if you have to redo the system
I love that that kid made a useful review comment!
100% the best all round ebike. We are changing our rental fleet of 30+ bikes to only this model
Got mine on order... very excited! :)
Though I am still waiting. Sigh...
Very versatile. Just checked the site here in Europe and it's 'out of stock'!
And so much more expensive here. Like always.
But you guys get free health care and stuff so you can afford all the extra costs!
@@independentmind85 Well, it's not free, but certainly is cheaper...
I visited the Rad shop out here in San Diego and they were selling the RadRunner Plus like crazy. It seemed like every other bike leaving the shop was the Runner Plus.
Bike looks nice, I don't like step thru bikes much but I think this is going on my list of bikes I'm looking at getting
This is the bike I’m going to get. I’m a student at UCSC but have hEDS so I need a pedal assist bike that can handle both the mild off-roading and hills but then can also allow for commuting and fun when I end up in an apartment.
Very nice design. I like it a lot but it is heavy. I recently got a Van Moof x3. About half the weight of the Rad Runner.
And half the power and half the features and x2 the headache of having internal gears
@@olivercox2565 it does have gps tracking thanks the apple find my network
Doesn’t it cost 2X as much as well?
@@jeffforbess6802 Yes it does.
I prefer the RadRunner single speed to this. It hits the sweet spot, imo. Gears aren't all that beneficial to this runabout and the added complexity is a big turn-off over the single speed. Same goes for the front suspension vs a rigid fork. It's just not that beneficial for the type of riding that this bike is intended for. The balloon tires make the rigid fork ok for pavement and light trails. The base RadRunner hits KISS just right. Keep It Simple Stupid. As a bonus, it's cheaper too!
My wife and I own and ride the base model radrunner and we love it. We are pretty healthy slim people so it's able to get us up hills with a bit of heavy pedaling.
The only thing I don't like about the plus model is the large back seat. It's such a wasted space to have a seat that big in the back when you can attach a large size basket like we did.
So behind the rider's seat, we have a beanbag seat that I made for my wife and a basket. This way, we don't have to carry any gear, groceries or even backpacks while we're out on a day trip.
On our longest single trip, we covered around 55-60 km with about 15% of the battery left.
I would love to have the 7 speed option on the base model but it's only necessary if you're hauling 300 pounds up a steep hill.
Wish it came in black
Will the center console fit a laptop? I want a daily commuting bike that will do a little off-roading and fit my son with his school bag on the back. 12km per day 6Km off-road and 4 on-road.
As an owner of this bike with the center cargo holder, it fits my Microsoft surface with no problems.
It is much nicer then the origional RadRunner, but I would still pick my Lectric XP Step-thru. It's built like a tank, looks awesome and costs a lot less.
Excellent work Micah thanks! A concise and smooth review. You have a great radio voice and natural style 👏. Sub 👍
Nice test ride, one I know well, in 3 days I will have the budget Rad Runner
I already have the Rad Wagon
Nice looking but doubt they designed the frame as I know the OEM factory in China that makes all their bikes. Also their 750 w motor is really only 750 watt peak more like 500 w continuous.
I've really liked mine. By biggest gripe though is that they didn't upgrade the brakes to hydraulic. I would have gladly paid more for that
you can buy hydraulic breaks less then 50 now.
@@rubo1964 it's not the cost. It's the install process
@@disciprine it's very easy hydraulic fluid is contained inside the calipers shipped sealed connecting cables tightening 4bolts should be easy for anyone who can open fridge door and close.
@@rubo1964 you're talking about hybrid calipers not a full hydraulic system. They aren't the same
Also you're talking out your butt on price. The Juintech M1 popular system is $150+
I saw that the Rad Runner 2 doesn't have gears but still has a throttle. Can anyone tell me the advantage of having gears then? I mean, if you have a throttle, what is the point of the gears?
I agreed Rads innovations is among the top designs
How hard is it to get and to change the tires? How fast do they wear out?
fThey are available and just as easy to change as regular bike tires
Hi Uncle Micah, I'm next for the ride. 😁
just found this video and i have to agree, from the video the rad have the unique feel! for the ppl who can have one, dont miss the chance to enjoy it. I dont have something like that where i live but dreaming still free, maybe someday.
I’ve been riding my 8000w E Bike from Sahara Bikes for a few months now. Absolutely wild how fast this goes. Planning to get the 5000w for son for his birthday this year. Highly recommend you guys check them out. This bike seems ok.
Really cool bike, These guys need to try out the bikes from Sahara Bikes. Their ET Bike is fully electric, with 4 speed manual transmission and clutch. Would love to see these guys test it out.
I've owned these bikes before, they were ok. But all i have been riding as of late is the Wild Coyote E Bike from Sahara Bikes, Y’all need to check them out if you want something superior.
Really want to see these guys review the Sahara Bikes Wild Coyote E bike, I;ve heard nothing but good things from the research i've been doing, but there still isn't much on it.
Looks nice. How do you hang a pannier on the rear if you don't want to buy the centre trunk?
My question exactly! I want some cargo ability, but being a grandma, I think it’s important that I protect my joints with the suspension. I’m hoping the long seat snaps off
Great review. Thanks. This looks like the closest to what I’m looking for.
Great video Micah.
I wonder if someone can let me know what soundtrack is playing @ around 4:15 mins.
I will be very grateful if you could let me know. Thank you.
What weight/loading capacity does it take? I think this question should be answered first for most bike reviews, it annoys me so much that this is missed out being a larger rider.
300lbs and 120lbs on the rear seat. But it can handle much more than that imo.
He doesn't go thru a number of specs but I wouldn't want to hear a dry reading of numbers, especially if I'm primarily interested in just one or two. Rad has an extensive list of specifications on their site, more than most companies.
For most, max is 300 lbs...
@@dapper-Dan First I've heard about the 120 on the rear seat. I assume the combined total is 300, and not 300+120 = 420?
Did you find the motor noisier than other older models like the 2018 Rad City? I find ours rides very different than the city, there’s like a lag in the power kicking in and it’s sluggish in lower power settings compared to the City. Thoughts?
So I have a question, I know your probably won’t see this but is there any security to this bike? I don’t want to fork out $1000+ for a bike and have it stolen like other bikes I’ve had.
my ebike is really ugly, I don't chain it, no one wants it! but it rides sooo cool. It's worth about $700. batteries are Ryobi 40v. expensive buy removable and rainproof.
Check out "security for e bikes," you have options.
It's a very nice bike. I've had it since December and it's a joy to ride. On packed snow, it was slippery so i switched for Kenda Krusades which helped a bit. Unfortunately, because of salt and the fact i can't rinse it off without freezing everything, rust is a big issue on everything that's made of steel but since it's only the gears, the chain and some other small components, it shouldn't be too expensive to replace those in the future. Next winter, i'll have to find a solution for that though.
Oil based paint, and a primer. Seal that metal nearly permanently without scratching it really wouldn't need much care than wiping it down every now and again
My Super 73 is better in every way.
You rave about all this “ innovation” when its completely standard. Definitely not a non-biased, honest review.
Not 100% true. For the price the radrunner plus was a better overall all around package
The last S73 I came across was on a walk/bike path. A young idiot coming around a blind corner so fast he had to panic ditch into the weeds to avoid crashing into pedestrians with pets. I've seen too many S73 video's depicting young men/boys showing off on streets weaving in and out of traffic on wheelies. One of our local beach cities is cracking down on ebikes because of that kind of behavior. For a second ebike, maybe a S73. Probably not, but I would like something to throw around on trails more aggressively than my Cheetah. So I gotta ask, is the S73 is better for mall hopping than this? Is it better to take lunch for two to a park? Better at... oh I don't know, think of something. "better in every way" for you I'm sure. But unquestionably the S73 could hardly be considered a good utility bike without significant changes. Having just completed a bathroom remodel and using my Cheetah for numerous trips to/from Home Depot and Lowes, I am certain the S73 is unsuitable for what I need/want out of an ebike. This Radrunner Plus checks all the boxes for what I need for the 2nd ebike in the family. So for me, the bike in this review is better in every way than the S73. Recommend you check your own bias and be honest with yourself before attacking the reviewers character. In fact, you actually of owe the guy an apology based on my book of "how to respectfully coexist with other humans".
The only thing missing imo is that the peddle assist does not use torque sensing.
How did you make that video? What equipment did you use and did you have someone taking the video with a 360 camera?
It has been out of stock in Europe for ever! All their models are actually nearly impossible to get. My sister’s order of a Rad Wagon took nearly 5 months to arrive.
A side effect of COVID. Tons of people with nothing to do bought bikes. Getting parts can be just as difficult.
Have a taiwanese e-bike. $450. Suspension and full size 27.5" fat tires. A real mountain bike, haven't driven on 16" wheels since I was 10 years old 😅✌️💕
Where are Rad Power Bikes manufactured? Do you know which e-bikes are actually made in the USA or Canada?
Can you take the back passage seat off and put the grocery rack on it? Thx!! Great overview I just purchased it!
I have the original Radrunner, I do like it but the seat is a pain in the butt, after putting multiple gel seat pads on I had enough of the pain and bought a proper seat.. maybe it’s different in Europe, we have to paddle all the time here and restricted to 15mph(25kmh)
Get an eggrider for €100 gives you throttle and puts the power up to 1kw
You are just lazy/fat/old. Pick one. Or multiple. Seat is perfect.
After searching for my perfect e-bike, this is my choice. I hope to get mine soon. If it came in green, my favorite color, I'd love that.
What made you pick this over the Lectric xp 2.0?
Great review! THANK YOU.
I did enjoy this review. Would love to hear your comparison with the Read Runner + and the Lectric XP Premium 🎉
None of the Rad Power eBike UA-cam videos (that I’ve seen) discuss which eBike is best for short people. I’m a 5’1” woman. I went to the Rad Power store in Ballard, but they were too busy to actually talk to someone about it. I went to go look at the RadRover 6 Plus Step-thru, but it was way too big for me. I wasn’t originally interested in the RadRunner Plus, but I saw it in person at the Rad Power store and actually liked it. I just still don’t know if it would be okay for someone as short as I am. Can you do a review for a shorter people or offer recommendations? I wanted Rad Power because they are a local WA company.
The seat looks uncomfortable, am I wrong? Can you upgrade to a better seat and seat post easily?
beautiful ebike.. love it.. great video - thanks
This is a great e-bike! But is there any e-bike on the market that got a cover for the battery compartment while the bike is parked outside and the battery is charging indoor?
Where do you have it serviced? Does the pedal-assist help with charging or is it only electric?
Man. This looks like the best utility bike. I wish Rad Power would ship to my state...
trying to decide over this or the rad wagon, which do you guys think is best
The RadWagon is longer, and I’m not sure if it’s got any suspension. If those two factors (for starters) aren’t an issue, then you can consider it. The wagon is more focused on the cargo- and human-carrying aspect. If that’s more of a priority for you, it’s probably a good idea to check out a review specifically for the RadWagon.
I have the radwagon primarily to do the school run (the rear is big enough to cover it with a tent style roof for rain and sun protection), but since it can carry the groceries as well as a small car with four panniers, it's become more of a car replacement than I thought, so you can't really compare a cargo ebike to a regular one. However I would say that the radwagon doesn't handle like a big heavy truck, it's a pleasure to ride. So in terms of value, I'd go for the radwagon.
It depends what you want to do with it. If it’s for commuting, the Radrunner plus is lighter, has suspension and being shorter length wise allows you to maneuver around things better. The Radwagon is a solid alternative to a car since you can bring all your groceries and it’s built sturdier for bringing people. Both are good for different things
@@MoPoppins thanks for the reply
@@ProfessorHamer yeah im looking more for a "car replacement" ebike so i think i'll go with the rad wagon, thanks for the reply
Hope they fixed that rear visibility soon. Not buying until they do!
Hey, love the video on Rad Power Bikes! As an avid ebike user, I'm always on the lookout for new and innovative products in the market. Speaking of which, I recently stumbled upon this new crowdfunding project called freebeat's Morph 2-in-1 e-Bike. The outstanding feature that caught my attention is the ability to charge the bike when using it indoors. That's game-changing! The brushless 750W motor and 80Nm torque also offer impressive speed and power. The 80mm front suspension and puncture-resistant fat tires ensure a smooth ride on all terrains. Can't wait to support this project and experience the future of fitness and outdoor exploration!
Hey there! I totally agree with you, the freebeat Morph 2-in-1 eBike is an incredibly innovative project. The ability to charge the bike when using it indoors is a total game-changer! Not to mention, the brushless 750W motor and 80Nm torque offer impressive speed and power. And let's not forget about the 80mm front suspension and puncture-resistant fat tires that ensure a smooth ride on any terrain. I can't wait to support this project and experience the future of fitness and outdoor exploration. Thanks for bringing it to my attention! Keep up the great work!
I think it's a good deal. Thanks for the showcase.
I like this could you tell me what the price range is and can you attach a carrier( like a quad wheelcarrier).... with wheels on the back to bring along your 65 pound dog?????
Been doing research and think this might be what I am looking for. Though am also considering the Red City 5. Live in hilly VT. so still undecided-thoughts?
I am looking into getting one as I've noticed this is the most popular bike I see. 🚲
do you get a lot of noise from the motor? Can you add a video with the bike running, without the sound?
I love my RR+, but with severe complex PTSD I've been afraid of riding it. The weight, chiefly, scares me. If you can provide some input, I would be terribly grateful.
I’m debating between the cyrusher Kommoda and this bike for carting my 6 year old to and from the beach on pavement. I’m only 5’3 though and need the stability and to touch the ground. It’s such a hard call when I can’t test ride one. Curious which you would choose in my case.
Is it comfortable to sit on the passenger portion of the bike seat? I really love the moped look but it has to be comfortable for me to pull the trigger.
Not a word about malfunction, what can go wrong in the middle of nowhere. Maintenance kit, what should we have with us all the time
Wait till Sondors Madmods arrives.
You'll be waiting forever.
😂 SONDORS lol good one