![]() Other Included Accessoriesīesides the rear rack, the RadExpand 5 includes front and rear plastic fenders. The derailleur is paired with a Microshift under-bar-mounted thumb shifter. You’ll also find a 7-Speed MicroShift RD-M26 rear derailleur on the RadExpand 5. The levers feel great as far as mechanical disc brakes go, and most importantly they function well. The RadExpand 5 has mechanical disc brakes that Rad Power Bikes has been using for years on their electric bikes. RVers will Love the RadExpand 5 Rad Expand 5 Drivetrain and Brakes A sturdy latch holds the frame together at the bottom of the frame.Ĭheck out the full geometry specifications on the Rad Power Bikes website. When folded, the RadExpand 5 has a built-in stand that prevents the bike from falling over. We recommend purchasing a large tote with handles to transport the RadExpand 5 since this makes it easier to load and unload. The RadExpand folds down to 28″ x 25″ x 41″. What’s great about any folding ebike is the ability to store it in tight spaces and transport it without an ebike rated rack. It has a total payload capacity of 275 lbs. This makes the RadExpand 5 the most accessible ebike in the Rad lineup. Rad Power Bikes recommends this ebike for riders 4′ 10″ – 5’10”. Because of the RadExpand’s step-thru design, the standover height is just 16″. There’s a reason the RadMini was one of the more popular Rad Power Bikes models. In my opinion, the main selling point of the RadExpand 5 is the frame design. Because the electrical components are mounted externally, this will make any future repairs easier (though it doesn’t look as clean compared ebike with an integrated battery and controller). The controller is mounted behind the seat tube, opposite the battery. We really like the battery position in front of the seat tube because it is easy to remove and replace when you need to charge. ![]() ![]() The RadExpand 5 comes with the shark style 14 Ah (672 watt-hour) externally mounted battery. Like all Rad Power Bikes models, the bike comes equipped with a right-hand twist throttle. Leveraging the same 750 watt peak motor found on many of the Rad Models, the RadExpand 5 can reach speeds up to 20 mph while using throttle or pedal assist (Class 2 ebike). Note that you can upgrade to the monochrome LCD display for $99.Ĭheck out our comparison below and move the slider to get a closer look at the RadMini versus the RadExpand. This is the same LED display found on the RadMission and RadRunner 2. The RadExpand rack is compatible with all of the great cargo accessories that Rad Power Bikes offers but is not compatible with the Thule Yepp Maxi child seat.įinally, the RadExpand has an LED display as opposed to the LCD display. ![]() One surprising change is the RadExpand 5 now comes with the rear rack with a 55 lb capacity. This will be especially nice for shorter riders and those with shorter arms. Rad also changed the handlebars to BMX-inspired ones that adjust forwards and backward instead of up and down. And while it might not sound like much, these extra pounds matter, especially if you’re lugging your ebike in the back of a vehicle or just moving it around frequently. The RadExpand 5 weighs 62.5 lbs or just 55 lbs with the battery removed. The lack of front suspension also helped the bike lose some weight – 5 lbs to be exact (6.5 lbs when compared to the RadMini Step-thru). Lowering the pressure on the fat tires will help soak up bumps even more – the difference is noticeable. Next, there is no longer a suspension fork but instead Rad has gone with 4″ wide tires (up from 3″) to help cushion your ride. This allows for more accessibility as well as a cleaner look than the old high step RadMini. The RadExpand 5 will only be offered in a step-thru variation. While the RadMini (currently $1,499) will be phased out, it’s helpful to call out the changes that have been made.
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