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Rad Power Bikes

Rad Power Bikes, based in Seattle, was the first direct-to-consumer e-bike brand to reach mass scale in the US, and its RadRover fat bike, RadCity commuter, RadRunner utility bike and RadWagon longtail are among the most common e-bikes on American streets. The current generation adds hydraulic brakes and semi-integrated batteries, and the accessory catalog (racks, baskets, passenger kits) is the deepest of any direct brand.

Rad sells through its own site, Amazon and some retail partners, and has a network of mobile and partner service options in larger cities. Its bikes use cadence sensors and are heavy, and newer competitors often undercut its prices with similar specs. The brand's track record, parts supply and resale value remain real advantages.

RadRover, RadCity, RadRunner and RadWagonDeep accessory ecosystemLong track record and resale value48V platform across the lineup

Service notes

Most Rad Power bikes use 48V battery systems
Batteries and chargers vary between generations; confirm compatibility with your model year before buying spares

Rad Power Bikes products we track

Fat Tire E-BikesFeatured

Rad Power Bikes RadRover 6 Plus Fat Tire E-Bike

The RadRover is the fat-tire e-bike most Americans have seen in person, and the 6 Plus is its most refined version: a 750W rear hub, a 48V 14Ah semi-integrated battery, hydraulic brakes, a suspension fork and a dual display, in step-over and step-through frames. It is a heavy, comfortable, predictable bike that handles gravel, grass and sand and carries a rack full of gear. Rad's strengths are a large parts and accessory ecosystem and a long track record. It uses a cadence sensor and costs more than newer direct-to-consumer rivals with similar specs, but resale and support are better than most.

Best for: All-terrain recreation · Riders who want a proven platform · Accessory-heavy setups (racks, baskets, trailers)

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Commuter E-Bikes

Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus Commuter E-Bike

The RadCity 5 Plus is Rad's commuter: 27.5-inch wheels with wide tires, a 750W hub motor, a 48V 14Ah semi-integrated battery, hydraulic brakes, a suspension fork, fenders, a rear rack and lights. It comes in high-step and step-through frames and carries Rad's wide range of racks and bags. It is a comfortable, stable commuter that is easy to recommend to a first-time rider who wants a known brand. The cadence sensor and weight are its main drawbacks, and newer competitors undercut it on price, but the accessory ecosystem and support history are real advantages.

Best for: Everyday commuting · Riders who want a full accessory ecosystem · First-time buyers who value a known brand

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Cargo E-Bikes

Rad Power Bikes RadRunner 3 Plus Utility E-Bike

The RadRunner is a compact utility bike on 20-inch wheels with a low step-through frame, a long rear deck for a passenger or cargo, and a 750W motor with a 48V 14Ah battery. The 3 Plus added hydraulic brakes, a suspension fork and a more refined frame. It is smaller and more nimble than a longtail and doubles as a second-seat bike for an adult passenger with the right kit. Payload is 350 lb, so it is not the choice for two kids plus groceries. For one passenger, a front basket and daily errands it is one of the most versatile small bikes around.

Best for: One adult or older-child passenger · Errands with front and rear cargo · Riders who want a compact utility bike

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Cargo E-Bikes

Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 5 Cargo E-Bike

The RadWagon is Rad's full longtail and one of the most common family cargo bikes in the US. The 5 is a ground-up redesign with a stiffer frame, hydraulic brakes, a 750W motor and a 48V battery, plus a long rear deck that takes two child seats or a passenger with Rad's kits. It is a big, heavy bike that rides more like a small moped than a bicycle, which is exactly what most parents want for school runs. The accessory ecosystem is a big advantage over cheaper longtails. It costs more than the XPedition and needs a garage, but it is a proven, well-supported platform.

Best for: Two children on the back · School and daycare runs · Families who want a deep accessory catalog

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Folding E-Bikes

Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Folding E-Bike

The RadExpand 5 is Rad's folding bike: 20x4 fat tires, a 750W motor, a 48V 14Ah battery, a low step-through folding frame and a rear rack. It is a little lighter than the old RadMini it replaced and much easier to mount. It folds for RV bays and trunks rather than for carrying. Compared with a Lectric XP it costs more and has a rigid fork, but it gets Rad's accessory catalog and the same 48V platform as the rest of the lineup, which matters if you already own a Rad. Mechanical disc brakes are the main spec shortfall at this price.

Best for: RV and boat owners · Riders who already own Rad accessories · Step-through folder shoppers

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