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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.

Everyday commutingRiders who want a full accessory ecosystemFirst-time buyers who value a known brandStep-through or high-step preference

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Key considerations

  • Heavy
  • Cadence sensor
  • Price premium over direct rivals
  • Semi-integrated battery is easy to remove

Pros

  • Complete commuter kit
  • Hydraulic brakes
  • Two frame styles
  • Strong accessory support

Considerations

  • Heavy
  • Less refined assist
  • Mid-size battery

Features & specifications

Motor750W rear hub
Battery48V 14Ah (672Wh), removable
Wheels27.5 in
BrakesHydraulic disc

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About 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.

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