Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium
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Wheels 26"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Groupset Acera, Tourney
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor 750W 40Nm hub-drive
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Battery 672 Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 7
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Recommended size guide.
OS
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum
Suspension Fork
spring fork, 100 mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
7-Speed Shimano Acera
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-TX50-7R thumb shifter, 7-speed
Cassette
7-speed freewheel, 11-34T
Crank
46T, 170 mm forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bashguard
Bottom Bracket
68 mm, Square taper bottom bracket
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
forged aluminum platform with reflectors, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading
Wheels
Rims
Weinmann Goliath, alloy, double wall, 36 hole, Rim width: 25 mm
Spokes
12-gauge stainless steel
Tires
Rad Power Bikes by Kenda K-Rad 26" x 2.3", K-Shield puncture-resistant liner *tires received may not include branding
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, 28 mm spacers mm height adjustment
Handlebar
Custom formed aluminum
Grips
Velo comfort rubber ergo
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tube
Seat
Saddle
Plush with lifting handle
Seatpost
350 mm x 27.2 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
750W brushless Shengyi direct drive hub motor with regenerative braking, 40 Nm of torque. Stated wattage is the manufacturer’s rated power capacity. Actual power-to-ground wattage is under 750W to ensure ebike regulatory compliance and may vary depending on riding conditions.
Battery
672 Wh
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 100V-240V AC power outlets
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
RadCity 4 is part of the Radpowerbikes E Radcity model. Rad Power Bikes launched 18 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Radpowerbikes E Radcity e-bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1409$. Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus 2022 on the other hand costs 2016$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Commuter e-bike you should know that the average price is 2569$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2022 and its price was 1599$. Comparing this to the average Commuter e-bike price, we see that the price is 60.66% lower.
Commuter e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Commuter e-bike is 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
RadCity 4 weighs 29 kg (63.93 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In short, the average Commuter e-bike weight is 15.08% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Wheels size
The RadCity 4 2022 e-bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 2022 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.
