RadCity 5 Plus Review

 

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RadCity e-bikes

electric commuter bike

 

 

MSRP: $1,799

> RadCity 5 Plus

> RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru

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Table of Contents

RadCity 4 vs RadCity 5

RadCity 5 Updates

New RadCity vs New RadRover

Accessories

Conclusion + FAQs

 

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RadCity 4 vs RadCity 5 Plus

Full Specs

Rad Power Bikes	Brand	Rad Power Bikes
RadCity 5 Plus	Model	RadCity 4
Electric, Commuter, City	Type	Electric, Commuter, City
2021	Model Year	2020
Urban, Commuting	Designed For	Urban, Commuting
1,799	Price (USD)	1,599
Standard / Step-Through	Frame Types	Standard / Step-Through
Standard: 17.5″ / ST: 15″	Frame Sizes	Standard: 18.5″ / ST: 14″
Standard: 5’4″ – 6’2 / ST: 5’2″ – 6’2″	Recommended Height	Standard: 5’4″ – 6’2 / ST: 5’4″ – 6’2″
27.5″	Wheel Size	26″
Class 2	E-Bike Class	Class 2
20mph	Max Speed	20mph
Up to 45	Range (mi)	Up to 45
750W	Motor	750W
Brushless Geared Rear Hub	Motor Type	Brushless Geared Rear Hub
48V 14Ah (672Wh) Lithium NMC Samsung	Battery	48V 14Ah (672Wh) Lithium NMC Samsung
48V, 750W, Frame Integrated	Controller	48V, 750W
48V, 2 Amp	Charger	48V, 2 Amp
Optional, Sold Separately	USB Ports	5V, 1 Amp
Half-Twist	Throttle	Half-Twist
Backlit LCD	Display	Backlit LCD
5 Pedal-Assist Levels	Modes	5 Pedal-Assist Levels
1×7-Speed Shimano Altus	Derailleur	1×7-Speed Shimano Acera
Water-Resistant Connectors and Wiring Harness	Wiring	Water-Resistant Connectors and Wiring Harness
6061 Aluminum Alloy	Frame Material	6061 Aluminum Alloy
Spring Fork, 50mm Travel	Front Suspension	Spring Fork, 100mm Travel
Nutt Hydraulic	Brakes	Tektro Aries MD-M300 Mechanical
180	Rotors (mm)	180
27.5″ x 2″ Puncture Resistant Custom Rad Power Bikes	Tires	26″ x 2.3″ Puncture Resistant Kenda K-Rad
2.3″	Max tire width	2.3″
Rad Power Bikes with Lifting Handle	Saddle	Plush with Lifting Handle
Ergonomic, Durable Imitation Leather	Grips	Ergonomic, Velo Comfort Rubber
Standard: 65 / Step-Thru: 64	Weight (lbs)	Standard: 64 / Step-Thru: 65
275	Max weight (lbs)	275
14 Day Free Trial / 1-Year Warranty	Warranty	14 Day Free Trial / 1-Year Warranty

Related: RadCity 4 Review

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RadCity 5 Plus Updates

New Motor

RadCity bike

New Battery

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New Display

RadCity electric bike

Hydraulic Brakes

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New Frame

RadCity step-thru

Size Recommendations:
RadCity 5 Plus: 5’4″ – 6’5″
RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru: 4’8″ – 6’0″

Less Travel on Suspension

city electric bike

 

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RadCity vs RadRover

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Main Differences of New RadCity and New RadRover

Rad Power Bikes	Brand	Rad Power Bikes
RadRover 6	Model	RadCity 5 Plus
1,999	Price (USD)	1,799
26″	Wheel Size	27.5″
RST Spring Fork, 60mm Travel	Front Suspension	Spring Fork, 50mm Travel
26″ x 4″ Puncture Resistant Kenda Juggernaut	Tires	27.5″ x 2″ Puncture Resistant Custom Rad Power Bikes
4.5″	Max tire width	2.3″
Ergonomic Seat with Lifting Handle	Saddle	Rad Power Bikes with Lifting Handle
Standard: 73.4 / Step-Thru: 72.5	Weight (lbs)	Standard: 65 / Step-Thru: 64

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Rad Power Bikes Accessories

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Conclusion – Is RadCity 5 Plus Worth the Extra $200?

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FAQs

What is RadCity 5 top speed?

RadCity 5 is a class 2 eBike, so both pedal assistance and throttle are limited to 20mph.

How much is a Rad e-bike?

The price of Rad Power Bikes ranges from $999-$1,999.

Model	Price
RadMission	$999
RadRunner	$1,299
RadMini	$1,299
RadCity	$1,599
RadRover 5	$1,699
RadRunner Plus	$1,799
RadCity 5 Plus	$1,799
RadWagon	$1,899
RadRover 6 Plus	$1,999

How much is Rad Power Bikes military discount?

 

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