We chose to do the low assist test in PAS 2 because it’s the lowest assist level we could feel a reasonable amount of assist from the motor, but had we done it in PAS 1 it’s likely the bike would have traveled even further. Rad claims the RadCity 5 Plus should last more than 50 miles on a single charge, which this test confirmed and then some. On the other end of the spectrum in PAS 2, the bike lasted an impressive 51.39 miles on a single charge. In PAS 5, the RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru lasted 31.10 miles before the battery died. We did two range tests on this bike - one in PAS 5 and another in PAS 2 - to get an idea of how far you can expect to get from the bike in a high and low pedal assist setting. In our two real-world range tests, the RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru put up some solid results. Though Rad says this bike comes with Shimano Altus, our bike arrived with a MicroSHIFT setup, which we’ll take a closer look at later in the review. Finally, transferring any pedal power from the rider to the rear wheel is a 7-speed drivetrain. There are also now two displays mounted to the handlebars - a main one that handles your typical ride metrics and a second one dedicated to assist level and battery life. Powering the bike is a 750W rear hub motor that Rad says has been retooled to climb hills 40 percent quicker and tucked into the frame is a 48V, 14Ah (672Wh) battery claimed to be more efficient than its predecessor. It’s a Class 2 e-bike with a throttle and pedal assistance that cuts off at 20 mph. It’s a step-thru frame design with a respectably low stepover height, making it more accessible for those concerned with ease of access.īolted to the frame is a redesigned integrated rear rack that’s capable of carrying 59.5 lbs and, like any good commuter, there’s integrated front and rear lights and full coverage fenders. The frame shape is much more authoritative and angular now and the battery is semi-integrated into the frame. This new design first debuted on the RadRover 6 Plus released back in September and Rad was quick to update this one, too. The most striking thing about the new RadCity, at least at first glance, is its new looks. It’s not the fastest e-bike we’ve reviewed (it wasn’t designed to be) but this new version has been specifically tuned for hill climbing, comfort and urban functionality. With a distinctly European styling and a 750W motor burly enough to appease power-hungry Americans, the RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru is designed to work well in really any paved environment. This is one of two new models from Rad Power Bikes we’re reviewing since they got that funding (the other being the RadRover 6 Plus), and we’re expecting to see plenty more new ones on the horizon soon. Rad’s earned more than $300 million in investment in recent months - and they seem to be putting their money where their mouth is. Rad is fast becoming one of the biggest and best funded e-bike companies around. As the name suggests, this is the fifth iteration of the RadCity and this version got a serious facelift, a redesigned motor and battery and (finally) hydraulic disk brakes. In this Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru review, we take a look at how this freshly redesigned Dutch-inspired electric commuter performs in the real world. With a host of upgraded parts and a shiny new look, Rad Power Bikes’ flagship commuter bike looks all grown up. Cargo Trailers for eBikes – The Complete Guide.Replacement Electric Bike Batteries Guide.Understanding the Differences Between Direct Drive & Geared Electric Bike Hub Motors.Why You Don’t Want a Superfast Electric Bicycle.A Guide to E-Bike Locks and Security Ratings.E-Bike Batteries: Volts, Amps, & Watt Hours Explained.
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