Rad Power Electric Bikes
Rad Power Bikes is a Seattle-based electric bike company founded in 2007. Today, it is the largest e-Bike brand in the United States and North America, offering quality electric bikes to biking enthusiasts at an affordable price.
Upway carries a large selection of certified pre-owned Rad Power electric bikes, allowing you to benefit from the innovations and unique features of the Rad brand for up to 60% off the price of a brand-new model.
History of Rad Power Bikes
In 2007, Rad Power Bikes was started as a garage project by Mike Radenbaugh during his teenage years. He retrofitted home-designed battery packs and electric motor systems to regular bicycles to convert them into e-Bikes. With the help of crowdsourced funding, the company officially established itself to release its first e-Bike product for sale on the market— the first-generation RadRover.
The RadRover was the company’s first fat-tire electric bike and was a commercial success. It ushered in the development of new product lines, such as the RadWagon cargo e-Bike, the RadMini folding e-Bike, and the RadCity commuter e-Bike.
Today, Rad Power Bikes claims over 680,000 e-Bikes sold worldwide, constantly improving its fleet of distinct models. Each successive new generation brings its own changes and upgrades to Rad Power’s electric bike families, ensuring e-Bike riders continue benefiting from the latest technologies and advancements year after year.
Rad Power Electric Bikes: Model Comparison
While Rad electric bikes are primarily known for their fat-tire models, the company produces a diverse range of e-Bikes to match the needs of any electric bike enthusiast. Discover some of the most popular Rad e-Bike models currently available at Upway below.
Rad Power RadRunner
The RadRunner is a versatile utility e-Bike that sits between a standard city model and a full-size cargo bike. It pairs Rad Power’s robust 750W motor with a lightweight yet high-strength aluminum frame for a balance of power and durability. It comes equipped with a sturdy rear cargo rack, and you can add a front rack to expand its carrying capacity. The newest model can handle up to 350 lbs. of total payload, including the rider.
Rad Power RadKick
Rad Power slim things down with the RadKick lightweight urban electric bike, a departure from their typical fat tire setup. A solid option for commuters, there are 7 speeds, a rear cargo rack, fenders, and a 500W rear hub motor. A city companion and versatile sidekick, this model is everything you need and nothing you don’t.
Rad Power Radster
The Radster is the brand’s latest commuter e-Bike, fully loaded with plenty of power and city-ready components. There’s a 750W rear hub motor that assists up to 28 mph, fueled by a sleek, semi-integrated battery tucked into the downtube. A front suspension fork softens those city streets, and a chain guard, fenders, and rear rack help out in the urban environment.
Rad Power RadExpand
Replacing the foldable RadMini, the RadExpand is the brand’s flagship folding electric bike. Burlier and more rugged than your typical folding model, it features fat tires, a sturdy rear rack, and a powerful rear hub motor. The RadExpand can venture onto trails and light terrain while still serving as a compact utility bike— that folds!
Rad Power RadWagon
RadWagon e-Bikes are Rad Power’s family-oriented cargo electric bikes. The RadWagon is built with versatility in mind and sports an extended wheelbase, puncture-resistant tires, and a long rear cargo rack. At first glance, it might look like a stretched city e-bike, but its rack can be customized with a range of accessories from Rad Power Bikes. You can add two child seats for school runs or fit large baskets and panniers to easily haul bulkier items.
Rad Power RadRover
The RadRover was Rad Power Bikes’ first electric bike and remains its flagship model. Designed to handle a wide range of conditions, it performs equally well on city streets, gravel paths, and light trails. After the original RadRover was successfully crowdfunded, Rad Power Bikes continued refining the design with larger batteries and updated technology. The newest generation, the RadRover 6, comes in two styles: a classic high-step frame and a step-thru version for easier mounting and dismounting. Every RadRover 6 is equipped with a 750W motor, a 672Wh high-capacity battery, fat Kenda all-terrain tires, and a 275 lb. maximum cargo capacity.
Rad Power RadMini
The RadMini is Rad Power Bikes’ previous-generation folding e-Bike. This folding hybrid e-Bike features fat tires and a fast, easy-to-use folding mechanism. Assist features include both pedal-assist and an all-electric throttle mode. When powered using the throttle only, the rear-mounted motor can propel riders at up to 20 mph.
Rad Power RadCity
The RadCity is the brand’s previous generation of dedicated city commuter e-Bikes. The RadCity is designed to make daily rides as comfortable and effortless as possible. There’s a rear-mounted rack and a front rack with a combined maximum carry weight of 275 lbs., enabling it to double as a more agile cargo e-Bike. These e-Bikes come with fully adjustable handlebars, a comfortable upright seat, a 750 W, 58 Nm electric motor, and a 672 Wh battery pack rated to provide up to 50 miles of range.
Shop Certified Pre-Owned Rad Power Bikes at Upway
As one of the most popular e-bike brands in the United States, many electric bike enthusiasts are familiar with Rad Power Bikes. The company has a reputation for producing quality e-Bikes and using premium materials and components.
If you’re ready to find your next Rad electric bike, shop our certified pre-owned selection. Buying a Rad electric bike from us comes with the guarantee of purchasing a new or like-new product that has been inspected and certified by our skilled technicians
If your used Rad e-Bike doesn’t suit your needs or you prefer a different model, send it back to us within 14 days. We’ll handle the return for free, no questions asked.