{"id":371237,"date":"2021-11-23T17:00:01","date_gmt":"2021-11-23T14:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2021-11-23T17:00:01","modified_gmt":"2021-11-23T14:00:01","slug":"perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#Perfect for Your First E-Bike \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a326ab861552\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a326ab861552\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like\" >Here&#8217;s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#The_Buying_and_Customization_Experience_is_Great\" >The Buying and Customization Experience is Great<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Putting_It_Together_Was_a_Breeze_Mostly\" >Putting It Together Was a Breeze (Mostly)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Hitting_the_Road_%E2%80%A6_and_Dirt\" >Hitting the Road \u2026 and Dirt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Battery_Life_Charging\" >Battery Life &amp; Charging<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like-2\" >Here\u2019s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/perfect-for-your-first-e-bike-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont-2\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#Perfect for Your First E-Bike \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<div class=\"single-review-card\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\">\n<div class=\"rating\">Rating:<br \/>\n<strong>8\/10<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"more-info-hover\">?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"rating-info\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; Absolute Hot Garbage<\/li>\n<li>2 &#8211; Sorta Lukewarm Garbage<\/li>\n<li>3 &#8211; Strongly Flawed Design<\/li>\n<li>4 &#8211; Some Pros, Lots Of Cons<\/li>\n<li>5 &#8211; Acceptably Imperfect<\/li>\n<li>6 &#8211; Good Enough to Buy On Sale<\/li>\n<li>7 &#8211; Great, But Not Best-In-Class<\/li>\n<li>8 &#8211; Fantastic, with Some Footnotes<\/li>\n<li>9 &#8211; Shut Up And Take My Money<\/li>\n<li>10 &#8211; Absolute Design Nirvana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<p>Price: <strong>$1,299<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-103463 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/65312b62.jpg?width=400 400w, https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/65312b62.jpg?width=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/65312b62.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes RadRuner Review\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Electric bikes are some of the coolest, most helpful gadgets you can buy. There\u2019s nothing quite like having an electric motor to help keep the wind blowing in your hair as you whip around town or power up a hill. E-bikes can be pricy and intimidating, but not if you get the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.radpowerbikes.com%2Fproducts%2Fradrunner-electric-utility-bike\">RadRunner utility e-bike<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"review-card-body-inline\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Rad Powers&#8217; most affordable bike<\/li>\n<li>Tons of add-ons and customization<\/li>\n<li>750-watt motor easily handles hills<\/li>\n<li>Spacious design for cargo or passengers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Heavy<\/li>\n<li>No suspension (on this model)<\/li>\n<li>Only a single speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re in the market for an electric bike, you probably know that Rad Power has long been one of the most popular options around. It offers everything from complete mountain bikes\u00a0to foldable e-bikes, perfect for city living. Better yet, with the RadRunner, you get a mishmash of several bikes all-in-one.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a somewhat compact, yet awesome, little utility bike complete with an aluminum frame and a seat for cargo or passengers, yet it also packs plenty of power and fat tires for a unique look. Enjoy an exhilarating experience down a trail or head to the corner store and load it up with groceries \u2014 the choice is yours. It\u2019s that versatility that makes the RadRunner a great option, especially if this is your first e-bike.<\/p>\n<p>So, what do you get from the original RadRunner? A seriously enjoyable ride!<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Buying_and_Customization_Experience_is_Great\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">The Buying and Customization Experience is Great<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103373 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/3ecd53e1.jpg\" alt=\"RadRunner customization\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Rad Power Bikes\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Rad Power Bikes<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rad Power Bikes is a direct-to-consumer company, so there\u2019s no retail markup. Instead, you order it online and get the bike delivered right to your home. Of course, that does mean you\u2019ll have to put it together, sort of, but more on that in a moment.<\/p>\n<p>One thing that makes Rad Power Bikes stand out is the slew of customization options available; once you find the bike you want, you can choose from an insane amount of accessories. Some of these include wheel fenders, a front or rear rack, storage baskets, mirrors, passenger seat, pegs, an upgraded headlight, or my personal favorite\u2014a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.radpowerbikes.com%2Fproducts%2Fradrunner-center-console\">storage center console<\/a> that mimics a motorcycle gas tank. This storage bin is excellent, which I used on one occasion as a cooler, plus there\u2019s a m<span class=\"s1\">olded phone holder with a strap and cup holder on the top. Perfect for Google Maps and a Hydroflask water bottle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103442 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/5cf0798a.jpg\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes center console\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rad Power doesn\u2019t just sell you a bike and call it a day. No, they offer everything you\u2019ll need and more to make it the perfect bike for any occasion, whether that\u2019s a weekend joyride or a car replacement.<\/p>\n<p>The company designed each accessory to work perfectly with whatever bike you choose, too. And while that\u2019s great, you can quickly turn an affordable $1,299 bike into a $1,800 purchase (like I did) if you\u2019re not careful. On the plus side, whatever you choose will work perfectly with your bike.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Putting_It_Together_Was_a_Breeze_Mostly\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_1\">Putting It Together Was a Breeze (Mostly)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Given its entry-level price, the RadRunner could very well be the first bike you buy, ride, or put together, but don\u2019t let that worry you. It\u2019s very straightforward; you don\u2019t need any prior skills or bike knowledge, and you don\u2019t need tools.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103379 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/5076e023.jpg\" alt=\"RadRunner bike assembly\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The most time-consuming part of the entire assembly process is unboxing the e-bike and taking off all the protective foam and dozens of zip-ties. With the help of my curious puppy, we had the bike fully built and on the street in just over an hour.<\/p>\n<p>The RadRunner comes with easy-to-follow instructions and a few standard tools in the box, like a wrench set and screwdriver.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103380 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2ca1f1c5.jpg\" alt=\"RadRunner Bike tools\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">All the tools you\u2019ll need are provided. <span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>And while the company can ship it to a shop and let you pay to have it \u201cassembled,\u201d or in some regions send their staff to build it at your home, it\u2019s basically built already. You\u2019re not putting an entire bike together. The process involves simply mounting the tires to the frame with a single bolt, adding the handlebars, and sliding in the seat.<\/p>\n<p>All the tricky stuff\u2014the wiring, controls, components, display, battery, and brake light\u2014comes pre-installed. You can add an optional headlight that comes in the box, and you will have to install any additional accessories manually. I went with an upgraded LED headlight, center console, passenger seat, and wood panels for a retro vibe.<\/p>\n<p>Overall the build-a-bike process is easy enough that anyone can do it. The hardest part, for me, was the darn wood panels I just <em>had<\/em> to have\u2014that, or pulling the 70-pound box inside to get started.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hitting_the_Road_%E2%80%A6_and_Dirt\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_2\">Hitting the Road \u2026 and Dirt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103445 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/d18532e2.jpg\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes RadRunner on gravel road\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>First off, we should talk about the design. The RadRunner is low profile, has an easy step-through design, and has tons of neat features. But let\u2019s face it, it\u2019s kinda nerdy looking. Nerdy, but I love it. And when you accessorize it as I did, you\u2019ll love it too.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve ridden a full suspension Trek EX8 and YT Jeffsy mountain bikes for more than a decade, so when I got the RadRunner, I was eager to put it through its paces after a few weeks. Here I am, several months later, still riding it nearly every weekend, taking it camping, and showing it off to friends. It\u2019s great for a casual trip to the gas station or mailbox, and the fat tires do a decent job dealing with the Las Vegas desert and uneven terrain.<\/p>\n<p>The RadRunner\u2019s unique fat tires, durable aluminum frame, and powerful 750-watt motor make it an absolute joy to ride. And while it only has a single-speed drivetrain (meaning you never switch gears), that also means it\u2019s easy enough that anyone\u2014even beginners\u2014can jump on and comfortably ride it. Additionally, that single-drive system has less maintenance and fewer things to go wrong over time. It\u2019s all about simplicity, and that\u2019s precisely what the RadRunner delivers.<\/p>\n<p>You simply pedal, the motor helps, and off you go. Everything is effortless. The company even did away with the bigger LCD display from previous models, likely to cut costs and streamline the experience. Instead, there\u2019s a panel with an on\/off switch, buttons to turn on the headlight, a battery indicator, and five levels of pedal assistance. The lowest level means you\u2019ll barely feel the motor as you pedal, and at level five, you barely have to pedal at all, as the bike does all the work.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the RadRunner has a twist-throttle on the right side. This way, you can pedal once or twice, then use the throttle to control speed. You still have to pedal a little bit, though, to get going. Everything from the sitting position to the handlebars and throttle is comfortable and well thought out.<\/p>\n<p>All Rad Power models in the U.S. are <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.radpowerbikes.com%2Fblogs%2Fthe-scenic-route%2Fclass-1-vs-class-2-vs-class-3-ebikes\">class 2 e-bikes<\/a>, meaning they top out at 20mph. However, you can easily go faster downhill, which I did, several times. Good thing it comes with high-end mechanical disc brakes that work like a charm!<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/970b0067.jpg\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes RadRunner ebike\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I quickly got up to 20 mph with the pedal assistance set to 3-4 and even quicker at the highest setting. Going around corners and engaging the throttle to zip through turns is an absolute blast, although the fat tires do take a little getting used to. Big tires like these feel a little different on the road, are squishy around turns, and may not <em>feel<\/em> as stable at first; however, after a few minutes of riding, you\u2019ll feel right at home. Plus, you\u2019ll likely come to appreciate the extra cushion these bigger tires provide.<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, going up 20-degree inclines was no problem for the 750-watt motor. I went up a few very steep dirt tracks out behind my house and didn\u2019t even feel like I got a workout. The RadRunner does almost all of the work. The bike is rated for 300 lbs, including 120 lbs on the back if you use it as a utility machine. That said, even with two people on the bike, which exceeded the weight limit, I found the motor still had more than enough torque to get the job done. The RadRunner can haul it all.<\/p>\n<p>Riding the RadRunner will make you feel like a kid again, that\u2019s for sure. I absolutely love it. The headlight and taillight work great and keep you safe on the road. The optional passenger seat and pegs are a little cramped for a second adult, but anyone with kids will find it perfect.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103456 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/0058201e.jpg\" alt=\"RadRunner on rocky road\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>My only complaint, however, is the lack of any suspension. The absurdly fat tires might make you think it can handle any terrain, and in a way, it can, but it\u2019s not always an enjoyable experience. That\u2019s because bumps are more jarring, and there are no shocks or springs to absorb rocks or bumps. The tires mount directly to the frame, so you feel everything the tires roll over.<\/p>\n<p>Going on the road, grass, sand, or gravel is fine, but the ride\u00a0gets a little uncomfortable once you start hitting rocks or taking it on a rough trail. Imagine going over a speed bump in a car with no shocks or suspension\u2014that\u2019s what this can feel like once you wander off nice paved roads. I hit a few big rocks harder than I\u2019d like, and at one point, I almost got bucked off the seat. Then again, this is <em>mainly<\/em> a street utility bike. It\u2019s not really designed to take down a huge rocky, dirt mountain.<\/p>\n<p>The obvious solution here is to buy one of Rad Power\u2019s mountain bike models or even the newer <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.radpowerbikes.com%2Fproducts%2Fradrunner-plus-electric-utility-bike\">RadRunner Plus<\/a>, which has an 80mm travel suspension setup on the front. I\u2019ll probably add a suspension seat post to make things more comfortable. However, if you plan on keeping your ride to casual sidewalks and pathways, the regular RadRunner is plenty.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Life_Charging\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">Battery Life &amp; Charging<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103443 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/5012195a.jpg\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes charging and control panel\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Depending on how you plan to use the RadRunner, you\u2019ll need to keep things like\u00a0battery life, riding distance, and how fast it recharges in mind.\u00a0Thankfully, I have no complaints in that department and found the battery to be more than enough. The company promises between 25-45 miles per charge, and that\u2019s pretty accurate, thanks to a long-range 48V\/14Ah lithium-ion battery with a 672Wh capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Just last week, I went on two five-mile bike rides and one longer 10-mile ride\u2014often at the highest pedal-assist setting\u2014and the bike still had around 50% battery life remaining. It\u2019s impressive. Beware, though, that the more you use the throttle, the shorter the battery will last, so your mileage may vary.<\/p>\n<p>The battery is much bigger than that of a smartphone, so it takes several hours to recharge fully. According to Rad Power, charging the battery from empty to full takes anywhere from three to seven hours, but the longest I ever had to wait was a little over three hours. So, you could ride 20 miles to work, charge it there, and have a full battery for the journey home. Plus, it\u2019ll automatically shut off once the battery is full, so feel free to charge it overnight in the garage.<\/p>\n<p>I do miss the more accurate battery display from other bikes the company offers, as the RadRunner only displays the battery level in bars, ranging from one to five. When there\u2019s only one bar left, you may start to worry, as manually pedaling this 65-pound bike back home would undoubtedly be challenging.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-103457 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2021\/11\/b87d2cf4.jpg\" alt=\"Rad Power Bikes RadRunner sunset\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After putting several hundred miles on this bike and dozens of recharges, the RadRunner Electric Bike keeps impressing me. Battery life is consistently excellent, the riding experience is always a blast, and I get asked questions about it everywhere I go. It\u2019s a conversation starter.<\/p>\n<p>The RadRunner may not be the ultimate utility e-bike\u2014with Bluetooth trackers and anti-theft features\u2014or have suspension that can handle any terrain, but It\u2019s truly a great little bike. It\u2019s not the best in any one area, but it does everything well, like a jack-of-all-trades electric bike.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the RadRunner is a simple, affordable, comfortable e-bike for just about anyone. Whether you\u2019ve never owned a bike at all, are getting into e-bikes for the first time, or are a long-time rider like myself. It\u2019s one of the most affordable bikes the company offers, plus, it can carry plenty of weight, provide more customization accessories than most of the competition, and easily last an entire week without needing to be recharged.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve wanted to get a commuter bike or try your first e-bike without spending more than $2,000, give the RadRunner a try.<\/p>\n<div class=\"single-review-card border\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\">\nRating: <strong>8\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Price: <strong>$1,299<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"review-card-body\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like-2\"><\/span>Here\u2019s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Rad Powers&#8217; most affordable bike<\/li>\n<li>Tons of add-ons and customization<\/li>\n<li>750-watt motor easily handles hills<\/li>\n<li>Spacious design for cargo or passengers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont-2\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Heavy<\/li>\n<li>No suspension (on this model)<\/li>\n<li>Only a single speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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