Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4
They rented the RadWagon from Rad Power Bikes to investigate if a $2,000 fully loaded e-cargo bike could compete with competitors that cost thousands more. In a nutshell, yes. A 750-watt direct-drive hub motor provides significant pedal assistance at a considerably quieter hum than the mid-drive motors used on most e-cargo bikes; the only drawback is that torque isn't quite as high, although this is only noticeable on steep slopes.
The bike may be ridden like a scooter thanks to a throttle, and the 7-speed Shimano Altus gearbox and Tektro mechanical disc brakes performed admirably. Lights, fenders, and a kickstand are included as standard equipment. They thrashed the RadWagon around an abandoned golf car path and didn't scrape the rear foot platforms against the ground, which is a promising indicator for low-speed handling. It's a lot easier to charge $5,000 or more for an e-cargo bike when you pitch it as a car replacement, but the RadWagon illustrates that for the price of an e-bike, not another car, you can render your car mostly obsolete.
- Power: 80NM
- Weight: 73 lb.
- Top speed: 20 mph
- Price: $1,999.00
- omes with lights, fenders, and a kickstand
- Throttle gets you off the line more easily
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