Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 26"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour
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Groupset Altus, Tourney
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor 40Nm hub-drive
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Battery 48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMC Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles
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Drivetrain 1 × 7
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour spring fork, 100 mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
7-Speed Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-TX50-7R thumb shifter, 7-speed
Cassette
DNP 7-speed freewheel, 11-34T
Crank
42T, 170 mm ProWheel Pioneer forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard
Bottom Bracket
68 mmSquare taper bottom bracket
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Wellgo B087 CrMo axle, forged aluminum platform with reflectors, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading
Wheels
Rims
Weinmann Goliath, alloy, double wall, 36H
Spokes
12-gauge stainless steel
Tires
Rad Power Bikes by Kenda K-Rad 26" x 2.3", K-Shield puncture-resistant liner
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aries (MD-M300)
Brake Levers
Aluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switch and integrated bell
Disk Rotors
Tektro 180 mm front and rear
Cockpit
Stem
Zoom, 60º angle adjustment, 100 mm length, 88 mm height adjustment
Handlebar
Custom formed aluminum
Grips
Velo comfort rubber ergo
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tube
Seat
Saddle
Velo Plush with lifting handle
Seatpost
Promax, 350 mm x 27.2 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
750W brushless Shengyi direct drive hub motor with regenerative braking, 40 Nm of torque
Battery
48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMC Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles
Remote
Backlit LCD with charge indicator, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, pedal assist level, wattmeter, and more
Charger
48V, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on both 110V and 230V AC power outlets
Model Overview
RadCity 4 belongs to the Radpowerbikes E Radcity model. Rad Power Bikes launched 18 e-bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Radpowerbikes E Radcity e-bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru 3 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 1499$. Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 1499$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2569$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Rad Power Bikes released this model in 2020, its price was 1499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RadCity 4 price is 71.38% smaller than the average cost of a Commuter e-bike.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
Commuter e-bikes have an average weight of 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 it’s weighing 29.03 kg (64 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Commuter e-bike weighs 15.2% less than RadCity 4.
RadCity 4 components
Fork
The RadCity 4 comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the RadCity 4 e-bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your e-bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The RadCity 4 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
