Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru 3 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
1,599$
Weight | 29.48 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor 40Nm hub-drive -
Battery 48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NMC Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
Front
147cm - 182cm
Rear
147cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
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 Altus
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
Z7
Pedals
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 *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, 88 mm height adjustment
Handlebar
Custom formed aluminum
Grips
Durable Imitation Leather Ergonomic Grips
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tube
Seat
Saddle
Velo Plush with lifting handle
Seatpost
340 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 100V-240V AC power outlets
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
RadCity Step-Thru 3 is a Radpowerbikes E Radcity model. Rad Power Bikes released 18 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 4 2021 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 1599$. On the other hand, Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru 3 2021, is the most expensive and costs 1599$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter e-bike is 2569$. However, even though the average price of a Commuter e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Rad Power Bikes released this model in 2021, its price was 1599$. Comparing the average cost of a Commuter e-bike to this one, you will see that RadCity Step-Thru 3 price is 60.66% lower.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Commuter e-bike, we get 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.
much heavier than average, RadCity Step-Thru 3 has a weight of 29.48 kg (64.99 lbs). In conclusion, the average Commuter e-bike weighs 16.98% less than RadCity Step-Thru 3.
Overview of components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the RadCity Step-Thru 3 model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru 3 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 2 sizes. They vary from 147 cm – 182 cm (4.82 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.