Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 2022
2022 E-bike
Estimate price |
1,412$
Weight | 29 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor 500W 40Nm hub-drive -
Battery 672 Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
OS
147cm - 183cm
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
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
Plush with lifting handle
Seatpost
340 mm x 27.2 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
500W brushless Shengyi direct drive hub motor with regenerative braking, 40 Nm of torque
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
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 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 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 2022 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 1409$. On the other hand, Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus 2022, is the most expensive and costs 2016$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Commuter e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Commuter e-bike you should know that the average price is 2569$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This e-bike was released in 2022 and its price was 1409$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 price is 82.33% smaller than the average cost of a Commuter e-bike.
Commuter e-bikes average weight
Commuter e-bikes have an average weight of 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.
Weighing 29 kg (63.93 lbs), the RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 15.08% heavier than the average weight of Commuter e-bikes.
Overview of components
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 e-bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Commuter Bike Version 3 2022 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.