Rad Power Bikes RadRover 5 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 80mm
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Fork RST
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Groupset Acera, Tourney
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bafang 80Nm 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
RST spring fork, 80 mm travel, with lockout and preload adjustment; 240 mm steerer tube
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
7-Speed Shimano Acera
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
100 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
Double wall, 36H
Spokes
12-gauge stainless steel, black
Tires
Rad Power Bikes by Kenda Juggernaut 26" x 4", 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
50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)
Handlebar
Custom formed aluminum, 700 mm wide, 4" rise
Grips
Durable imitation leather 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 Bafang geared hub motor with 80 Nm of torque, 5:1 planetary gear reduction
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
RadRover 5 is part of the Radpowerbikes E Radrover model. 18 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Rad Power Bikes RadRover Step-Thru 1 2020 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 1499$. On the other hand, Rad Power Bikes RadRover 5 2020, is the most expensive and costs 1499$.
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 Fatbike e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Fatbike e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2033$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Fatbike e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 1499$. If we compare this with the average Fatbike e-bike cost we notice that the price is 35.62% lower.
Fatbike e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Fatbike e-bike, we get 31.21 kg (68.81 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 31.3 kg (69 lbs), the RadRover 5 model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Fatbike e-bike weight is 0.29% lower than this one.
RadRover 5 components
Fork
The RadRover 5 comes factory-installed with the RST fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rad Power Bikes RadRover 5 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your e-bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
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.
