Rad Power Bikes RadMission 1 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 650b
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Suspension Rigid
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Motor hub-drive
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Battery 48V, 10.5 Ah (504 Wh), with Lithium NMC 18650 (LiNiMnCoO2) Samsung 35e
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum
Suspension Fork
Rigid steel fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
16 tooth freewheel, 16, model: LY-BB16T8VNF
Crank
50T chainring; 170 mm crank length; square-taper J.I.S.; dual-sided aluminium chainring guard
Bottom Bracket
68 mm shell, 127.5 mm spindle
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Wellgo composite platform pedals with reflectors, CrMo axle, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading
Wheels
Rims
Double-wall aluminium, 36 Hole
Spokes
12 gauge Stainless steel, black
Tires
Kenda Kontact, 27.5 x 1.95" (650B) 4-ply with K-Shield puncture-resistent liner, reflective sidewall, standard tubed tire
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aries caliper (MD-M300)
Brake Levers
Aluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switch
Disk Rotors
Tektro 180 mm front and rear
Cockpit
Stem
60 mm
Handlebar
Aluminum swept back handlebar
Grips
Durable rubber, round
Headset
Semi-intergrated 1-1/8", straight steerer
Seat
Seatpost
390 mm x 27.2 mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Geared Hub Motor with 5:1 Planetary Reduction
Battery
48V, 10.5 Ah (504 Wh), with Lithium NMC 18650 (LiNiMnCoO2) Samsung 35e
Remote
Rad Power Bikes custom LED display
Charger
48V, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on both 110V and 230V AC power outlets
Model Overview
RadMission 1 is a Radpowerbikes E Radmission model. Rad Power Bikes released 7 e-bikes variations of this model so far.
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.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter e-bike is 2569$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Rad Power Bikes RadMission 1 price was 999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RadMission 1 price is 157.16% lower 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). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much lighter than average, RadMission 1 has a weight of 21.55 kg (47.51 lbs). In short, the average Commuter e-bike weight is 16.94% higher than this one.
RadMission 1 components
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the RadMission 1 e-bike is equipped with the aluminum model. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The RadMission 1 comes with 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.
