The #1 BEST Selling Fat Ebike - Rad Power Bikes RadRover 6 Plus Review

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  • čas přidán 21. 07. 2023
  • - $700 off the high step model
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    The Rad Power Bikes RadRover 6 Plus is one of the most popular fat tire ebikes on the trails. But does it still make sense to buy a Rad Power Bikes electric bike in 2023? This video will give you a thorough RadRover 6 Plus review to help you decide for yourself.
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Komentáře • 234

  • @petewhite85
    @petewhite85 Před 6 měsíci +11

    Your review was the tipping point for me to buy my Rad Rover 6 Plus Step-Through late September 2023. I also got the rear rack, large basket custom mounted lengthwise and basket liner. I'm 70 and live in Missoula Montana. I love this bike. It fits me and my needs. I use the Kryptonite chain lock as it's lighter than the ABUS and I just carry it in the basket. Thanks for steering my purchase correctly.

  • @michaelwhite5834
    @michaelwhite5834 Před 11 měsíci +11

    It's a chevy truck. Not spectacular in any way, but nothing wrong with it. I have used the hell out of mine for a year and am glad I got it.

    • @LMV123
      @LMV123 Před 4 měsíci

      Perfect description of it

  • @GG-ud1ib
    @GG-ud1ib Před 11 měsíci +1

    Always great to get your input. Thank you.

  • @insurancemann1
    @insurancemann1 Před 11 měsíci +13

    Great review as always. I admire you willing to drive in all of that congestion and traffic. Guess we’re spoiled here in Jacksonville with so many bike trails and quiet beaches to ride on. So glad I picked the Himiway Zebra over this one.

  • @david.mihaljcic
    @david.mihaljcic Před 4 měsíci

    Great thorough review man. Thanks.

  • @gi169
    @gi169 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thanks for another awesome review THTV. 👍👍👍

  • @slippery2skip
    @slippery2skip Před 11 měsíci +6

    Great review. I have one of these in gray. I got unlucky and got a lemon. It's had a defective bell, battery, cadence sensor, controller and the left-side display. It use to turn itself on in the middle of the night. Despite all that I still have it. Rode it this morning instead of my Himiway. Cheers.

  • @pranavdesai9761
    @pranavdesai9761 Před 11 měsíci +7

    You reviews are just so wholesome, my bro. Keep doing more of these. Would love a mid year top 10 list.

  • @suzannabares6076
    @suzannabares6076 Před 10 měsíci

    great review...on the edge of my seat following you!!!

  • @ashberger2717
    @ashberger2717 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Great review as always. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @ashpunting
    @ashpunting Před 11 měsíci +1

    I enjoyed that review plus you were making me laugh 😅😁👌🏾

  • @hemistyle8580
    @hemistyle8580 Před 11 měsíci

    Great review I going to buy two of them next week in Seattle

  • @petewhite85
    @petewhite85 Před 10 měsíci

    Well done. You made up my mind.

  • @ShutterContinent
    @ShutterContinent Před 11 měsíci +3

    I would love to see you do a review of the Juiced RipCurrent or CrossCurrent, thoroughly enjoy all your videos! I've been watching Juiced for years now and am nearly ready to pull the trigger, but I can't find any thorough quality reviews such as yours. Appreciate your time!

  • @mzeven77
    @mzeven77 Před 10 měsíci

    I'm suprised the cone didn't reply: 'Are you talking to me?'. Anyway, I love your work man. You seem like a decent guy giving sincere reviews with no bullshit info. Only the things what really matters to bikers. You're one of the best bike reviewers out there. Thanks alot.

  • @kenanmammadov7281
    @kenanmammadov7281 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I've found Rad has different components on their bikes sometimes. it varies from where you get it. One bike will have leather grips and tektro parts, and another can have rubber grips and nutt parts. not a big deal but I thought it was interesting. mine had rubber grips, no jumper cable, Nutt parts, and a Shimano Deore derailleur. good bike though.

  • @crod760
    @crod760 Před 11 měsíci

    Out of all the Radrover 6 plus reviews I’ve seen on CZcams(old and recent), yours is the only one that came with Tektro brakes.

  • @GregDee
    @GregDee Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks!

  • @theschwiftyone9843
    @theschwiftyone9843 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Can you do the 2023 lyric graffiti review, I been on the fence since the changes and value your opinion.

  • @CoalFire
    @CoalFire Před 11 měsíci +2

    If you get a chance, would love to to see the new EBC Model J, or any EBC ebike, run through your tests to see how it compares!

  • @yvan2563
    @yvan2563 Před 11 měsíci +33

    I'm quite disappointed by the lack of torque of this bike, especially for a 750W motor.

    • @joshpointoh
      @joshpointoh Před 11 měsíci +5

      Yeah I was surprised. Seems most bikes can get up the hill giving 600w

    • @zeppast
      @zeppast Před 11 měsíci +19

      Yeah because it's not a true 750w motor it's a 500w motor that peaks to 750w max. RAD Power bikes should really mention this on their website but they don't which is misleading. A true 750w motor will peak well above 750 watts (1000w plus). They do this for legal reasons but if the customer isn't aware of this they are spending more money for less performance compared to other options on the market.

    • @Floridaprophet
      @Floridaprophet Před 11 měsíci +8

      @@zeppast100% truth. I have a Senada Saber, with a 1000w continuous motor, I watch it peaks to 1400w, 1500w all the time on the controller display. Goes up overpasses and hills at 25mph with no problem. These 500w fat tire bikes are very underpowered for the amount of mass they’re moving.

    • @zeppast
      @zeppast Před 11 měsíci +4

      @@Floridaprophet I agree fat tire e-bikes should come with 750w hub motors minimum. As you mentioned these bikes are on average anywhere from 70lbs to 100lbs in some cases. With that much weight you need more power and torque. From a legal standpoint I totally get why RAD Power is doing this but from a consumer perspective they are screwing a lot of people over. It would be different if they actually mentioned this discrepency in their marketing material on their website but they don't which from an ethical standpoint is concerning in my opinion. Unfortunately I feel like the e-bike industry might be forced to adopt what RAD Power is doing as some states like California are now cracking down on e- bikes. Some other states may follow forcing manufactures to comply with Federal over regulation which is never a good thing.

    • @andrewstephens2687
      @andrewstephens2687 Před 11 měsíci +7

      @@zeppast this Convo just made me realize how insane it is to legislate motor power rather than the output in terms of speed limit. If the wattage limits were being followed, every heavy bike would be underpowered and a super light road bike with a 750 mid drive could easily do 45mph+ while being totally legal. Riders in traffic being held to usual traffic laws, and adding speed limits to bike paths/greenways/etc seems like the obvious solution, am I missing something?

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517
    @kevinnashskitchen3517 Před 11 měsíci +2

    You should include ground clearance to strike frame or Front Sprocket . pedal to ground clearance. Foot peg to fender or wheel distance when tire is turned. Some bikes have lower frame clearance and some you can hit your foot on the fender turning.. Maybe toss up specs you measured so we can pause the video and check.. Include bar length and back of seat to bar distance. Put it up so we can pause and look.

  • @pizaliasta8369
    @pizaliasta8369 Před 10 měsíci

    Very entertaining video

  • @mrd5024
    @mrd5024 Před 11 měsíci +1

    These videos make me both happy and sad that I moved away from Cali.

  • @ConsigliOnline.
    @ConsigliOnline. Před 11 měsíci

    Hi tailhappyTV, could you do a review of the PHILODO H7? Thank you for all these beautiful reviews

  • @Anonymous-fu5ok
    @Anonymous-fu5ok Před 5 měsíci

    17:30: I like this bike because it is legal. All the modifications I’ve seen are about how to make the bike illegal for the street. I’m 53 and live in Southern California. I use it to ride down to the beach and get some lunch somewhere.
    I just bought a second one for $1200.

  • @jfly2249
    @jfly2249 Před 11 měsíci +30

    I’d bet Rad is going the way of Van Moof. Just about every VC has been burned and the companies are bloated with uncompetitive inventory (ie $700 off on rad step over) and too many employees. They grew too quick during the pandemic and didn’t plan for the change in demand coming out. No amount of marketing can make these bikes competitive and prices continue to fall. Lots of companies are in trouble.

    • @mosahidansari1432
      @mosahidansari1432 Před 11 měsíci

      hii

    • @AddyOverbeeke
      @AddyOverbeeke Před 10 měsíci

      Their are resilient companies like Apple, DJI (for film making and photography land and aerial drone) and perhaps Rad Power" consumer tech and prosumer providers can learn, evolve and move forward if the consumers see innovation and quality ....consumers will become loyal

    • @jb_19
      @jb_19 Před 10 měsíci

      @@AddyOverbeeke DJI has a thriving wartime market. Not many conscripts or infantry riding ebikes on the front.

    • @jfly2249
      @jfly2249 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Apple and DJI are not even in the same Universe in terms of sustainable competitive advantage. Rad Power has none. They sell the same cheap Chinese bikes as HUNDREDS of other companies. Worse, they are overpriced and underpowered. With China struggling economically look for more cheap e bikes to flood the market. Great time to be a consumer, not so great to be a bloated bike company. There is no loyalty or brand equity in the low end market, price and performance are king. As an aside, I think the Ukrainians actually are using e bikes with their special forces to move silently. They also have a domestically produced 2 man e bike where one solider carries an anti tank missile, no shit.

  • @horsepastedelish
    @horsepastedelish Před 11 měsíci +12

    Radpower bikes were a good choice few years ago but since then the market has exploded with much better options

    • @murat2070
      @murat2070 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Can you name a couple of them

    • @savemankind738
      @savemankind738 Před 11 měsíci

      @@murat2070 voltbike youkon 750 , himmiway cruiser , magicycle cruiser pro ,biktrix juggernaut , igo extreme 3.0/ 3.1 to name a few

    • @ifrahdb
      @ifrahdb Před 9 měsíci

      can u name them?

    • @CrabbyPattydelight
      @CrabbyPattydelight Před 21 dnem

      Could you please name a couple, my friends got not long and trying to help him although don't think he'll get the chance to ride

  • @slowburn7765
    @slowburn7765 Před 11 měsíci +20

    Love my 6+! Most people want an E-Bike to behave like a motorcycle instead of what it is. Rad markets a class 2 bike not a class 3 bike that pretends to be class 2.

  • @Jime0326
    @Jime0326 Před 11 měsíci

    Love these videos. So far it seems like the Wired Freedom bike is on the top of my list. Which e-bike is your favorite?

    • @joeschmuckatelli3198
      @joeschmuckatelli3198 Před 11 měsíci

      You'd better hurry ...wired is almost almost sold out..... I just ordered last night and they only had black color left.. The other three colors are already sold out... Black will be sold out soon.

  • @larssi72ls
    @larssi72ls Před 9 měsíci

    Got mine today but the lights go on and stay on after i power of the controller. Anyone knows a fix???

  • @Bensay
    @Bensay Před 11 měsíci

    Thank You for the detailed information, always nice videos.
    Unfortunately most of these ebikes are not available in Europe.

  • @NRP1991
    @NRP1991 Před 2 měsíci

    I’m a Lectric fan. Buttttt man rad just screams quality !!!

  • @andrewcox7179
    @andrewcox7179 Před 9 měsíci

    My bike is making a clunk/click from the front carrier bearing. 100miles on my bike, any adjustments i should look at to make this go away??

  • @jamillion1062
    @jamillion1062 Před 11 měsíci

    How would you compare this to the Mokwheel Basalt ST?

  • @buddyheath7584
    @buddyheath7584 Před 10 měsíci

    Those Abus bar locks are very good. I got one with a built-in alarm. Excellent bike lock.

  • @jaime9037
    @jaime9037 Před 5 měsíci

    Currently considering the Aventon Adventure 2 bike. Seems to come with more features and better built for similar price.

  • @sonofthunder.
    @sonofthunder. Před 9 měsíci

    i use mine for hunting access,its a bit gutless,i do like the suntour seatpost ,trying to get a second battery

  • @CarlosGonzalez-hg1xm
    @CarlosGonzalez-hg1xm Před 11 měsíci +1

    Hi Matt, love your videos. Congratulations on your subscriber numbers climbing. Been watching when you had about 25k not to long ago. I've been hoping you would be sent a Euphree City Robin x plus bike to review. Any chance you have one ready to unbox soon? I would hate to buy right before you reviewed one. You have been instrumental on my choice of that bike although you have not reviewed it ,from all the information you have provided on your reviews of other bikes. I've been between the Hovsco city cruiser, Ride 1up LMT'D , and the Euphree. Any thoughts from your subscribers or yourself on those options? I'm a 60 yr old male who lives in Fort Lee NJ by the George Washington Bridge. So I encounter some steep hills. I will take the bike into NYC to drive on the Greenway along the Hudson River. So, i need torque, amp hours, acceleration to cross busy streets and speed to get through some "unknown' neighborhoods. Any thoughts from your subscribers would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your feedback

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci +3

      🙏 thanks! I just spent a handful of minutes looking over the spec sheet on it for you, I don’t really see any reason why not to get it other than maybe price is a bit premium, but good features are included no doubt. I like that it has the included suspension seat post just like on the bike in this review. I cannot speak for how good the torque sensor is, I know sometimes they feel better on some bikes compared to others. The battery seems like the right size for that bike, and Samsung cells. If it were not for the Vanpowers urban glide ultra topping out at 20 mph, I’d tell you to take a look at that one, because that was an excellent bike for a similar price, but if 28 mph is essential for you then you’ll have to skip that one. The hovsco city cruiser I reviewed was also excellent and very similar specs compared to the euphree, I can tell you for sure the hovsco torque sensor was two thumbs up. Hope this helps, I don’t have any plan to be getting the euphree any time soon but I bet you’d be happy with it. If your heart is set on it, grab it and enjoy the rest of the warm weather this year. Happy riding ⚡️🤙

    • @CarlosGonzalez-hg1xm
      @CarlosGonzalez-hg1xm Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@TailHappyTV Thank you so much Matt. You are a real class act.

  • @johnolivier1
    @johnolivier1 Před 10 měsíci

    I got the same exact bike yesterday. It only took a few days to get it.

  • @mikelfairley3201
    @mikelfairley3201 Před měsícem

    Would you please review the Heybike (Tyson)

  • @daveallen63
    @daveallen63 Před 11 měsíci +1

    A little tip - Lay the box down, open the bottom, tuck the box flaps out of the way, lift the box back up and pull it off the bike.

    • @dariusx4829
      @dariusx4829 Před 11 měsíci

      Great tip 💯👌🏾

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci +2

      I used to do that in my indoor bike reviews, it’s actually very effective. I like smashing them nowadays 😆

    • @daveallen63
      @daveallen63 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TailHappyTV LOL, I'm bad about throwing away (recycling) boxes myself. I'm sure I'm going to need it for some reason so it sits my shop taking up space until I finally get rid of it.

    • @wb4514
      @wb4514 Před 5 měsíci

      Always save all the packaging until you're sure that you're not going to return it.

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517
    @kevinnashskitchen3517 Před 11 měsíci

    Put that big floppy wide seat from the other bike on that seat post.. Maybe perfect match.

  • @menjay2837
    @menjay2837 Před 9 měsíci

    Do they have an option to buy a bigger battery for it?

  • @ttngeo7494
    @ttngeo7494 Před 11 měsíci

    Hey bud. Which moped style ebike would you say feels best for pedaling for us tall guys? (Good leg extension)

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci

      Bandit, not Pro but regular version, because seat is adjustable

  • @nicks931
    @nicks931 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I know you're well-versed in settings. Are you aware of a product that can address the controller parameters of various e-bikes and bypass the limitations imposed by the on-board control systems? Or are you interested in developing one? As an old hot-rodder, I'm thinking it should be possible if you could get connectivity/control over the controller. (Think wrecked T3sla Plaid under '57 Ch3vy...)

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci +3

      There used to be a kit for rad you could buy to bypass and get more power, I guess it doesn’t work for newer models. Grin Tech makes some cool controller mod options. Perhaps I may need to create the TailHappy Ebike 😜⚡️⚡️

    • @nicks931
      @nicks931 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TailHappyTV Kind of what I was thinking! Thanks for the tip.

  • @orthicon9
    @orthicon9 Před 7 měsíci

    Well, that was entertaining. "Just for the record boys and girls, we are keeping up with the Lamborghini Aventador!" - hilarious!

  • @richardfresca221
    @richardfresca221 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Honestly, seems like a bike for the average commuter or the RV crowd.

  • @somegenius0109
    @somegenius0109 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Waitt whats the difference between step through and high step

  • @Abrahhhhh
    @Abrahhhhh Před 10 měsíci +2

    Does this bike contain a alarm?

  • @StarEssences
    @StarEssences Před 10 měsíci

    The greedy wealthy they can buy things in a heartbeat. It took me over a year to get everything I needed for bike touring. There are still a few more items needed to complete the list. So far as what I have for touring, I am completely satisfied. The majority of my camping gear was purchased from China. The wealthier classes spend way over $3000 just for the basics in bike touring equipment, but I have only spent way less than they as for total for equipment cost.

  • @Matanumi
    @Matanumi Před 4 měsíci

    this was actually an excellent through erview
    I'd never get the plus models though- semi intergraded battery is awful

  • @williamwiese9963
    @williamwiese9963 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm struggling on deciding on an ebikes purchase, had hopes for this but so far it looks like Wired has the lead with the freedom

  • @CrabbyPattydelight
    @CrabbyPattydelight Před 21 dnem

    These are like 1200 now hey, maybe be a better option than velotric t1ST or lectric offering, kinda apples and oranges. Ide go with the step over model, wonder avout the Lectric step over 750 models

  • @johnolivier1
    @johnolivier1 Před 10 měsíci

    The handle on the seat is so you can lock it with a cable.

  • @barryrudolph9542
    @barryrudolph9542 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I belong to several Rad Power Bike groups on Facebook and we have had quite a few people who have bricked their Rad Rover 6 battery when they mistakenly stuck their key into the charge port instead of the battery lock and blew the charging circuit fuse. The fuses are soldered directly to the BMS board making it almost impossible for the average user to replace.

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci

      Wow! At least it has a fuse and didnt explode 💥 😆

    • @barryrudolph9542
      @barryrudolph9542 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TailHappyTV Yea there is that but why Rad chose to use a battery with fuses that can't easily be replaced is beyond stupid.

  • @jspayne001
    @jspayne001 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Great reviews! I'm currently looking for a budget friendly e-bike. One thing that is a consideration for me is how these bikes work under pedal power only, (assuming dead battery). Also can you turn the pedal assist off if you just want the exercise.

    • @jspayne001
      @jspayne001 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Maybe also a rolling resistance test would be good, like maybe a timed downhill run no power, just coasting on a set course.

  • @StarEssences
    @StarEssences Před 11 měsíci

    Best mechanical Disc Brakes: AVID BB7's :).

  • @khooldeud
    @khooldeud Před 11 měsíci +1

    17:14 That's actually a Lamborghini Huracan, not an Aventador LOL. Great video tho

  • @jmcminn1076
    @jmcminn1076 Před 5 měsíci

    Rad bikes are good for being well built and by the book legal e-bikes, and their accessory ecosystem is top tier. Just don’t expect to go ripping down the road on one.

  • @pascalj4331
    @pascalj4331 Před 11 měsíci

    Review of the suntour suspension seat post is almost helpful. The ultra cheap "accordion" suspension seat posts do not bob, or interfere with pedaling. I've seen a previous review of yours (iirc) where you called the suntour better than some rear suspension setups, but I don't remember you bobbing like a clown, then. Have you tried preload adjustments on this one? Is it preset for lower weight? I understand you just want a motor cycle, but that would seem like a deal breaker for people who want bicycles. Also dangerous for handling/endo on extreme rutty high speed roads/paths.

  • @dogtorphil
    @dogtorphil Před 5 měsíci

    On my third Rover 4,5 now 6. My only issue with RAD is the lack of customer service at in person service centers like the one in Imperial Beach California who are booking any service appointments months out and more. Bike rate 9 of 10
    In person Service 3 of 10👎

  • @natashagorniak9532
    @natashagorniak9532 Před 11 měsíci

    I have this bike was great at frist now im having nothing but problems with it

  • @jaybones614
    @jaybones614 Před 3 měsíci

    Why are all the hub motor wheels out of balance with massive hop?

  • @kenrichmond6906
    @kenrichmond6906 Před 11 měsíci +17

    No chance I would pay two grand for that bike. Sooooooo many better options out there. Rad always seems behind the curve in a lot of ways. I know they have great customer service, but this bike is a kitten. Great video as always.

    • @GrillMasterP88
      @GrillMasterP88 Před 11 měsíci +2

      lectric 3.0 is better option then this

    • @rjvybe654
      @rjvybe654 Před 11 měsíci +2

      I have a power 6 plus and the customer service was horrible, it takes forever just to make an appointment and it is a pretty expensive service. In Seattle at least.

    • @KCIsMe
      @KCIsMe Před 11 měsíci +3

      @@rjvybe654 yeah customer service is terrible now, they had to layoff a lot of their customer support people

    • @bobsibert1968
      @bobsibert1968 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Customer service is horrible - non existent! Nonsense lol!

    • @GrillMasterP88
      @GrillMasterP88 Před 11 měsíci

      @bobsibert1968 that's a lie I get through and get help immediately. No cost to me. Had a screen, motor and parts replaced within a week too.

  • @reubengarcia4773
    @reubengarcia4773 Před 11 měsíci +1

    One you ride a Wired Freedom. Everything else is....just different!

  • @MontanaEbiker
    @MontanaEbiker Před 11 měsíci +6

    It's a good bike AS LONG as you get the upgraded 35amp controller for $250. When I bought it, it was on sale for $1,699. No way is it worth $2,099! So, with the new controller it cost me $1,950. Honestly, I was very disappointed when I initially purchased this bike but I can now bring the watts up to 1400 peak and it climbs hills no problem. I've put over 2,000 miles on mine so far and it's been pretty reliable. However, If I was currently looking to buy a fat tire ebike id skip this and buy the Wired Freedom.

    • @Dressor835
      @Dressor835 Před 11 měsíci +3

      That’s what I did to my rad runner plus, and it is a lot better now on hills

    • @captain4eva778
      @captain4eva778 Před 11 měsíci +1

      That's what I did on mine and that thing rips at least in acceleration

    • @musmanov4642
      @musmanov4642 Před 10 měsíci

      Can you put 35amp controller where the original one is hidden?

    • @Dressor835
      @Dressor835 Před 10 měsíci

      @@musmanov4642 yes

    • @captain4eva778
      @captain4eva778 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @musmanov4642 no you can't but fortunately you can place in the area behind the seat pole

  • @nikandbdog
    @nikandbdog Před 4 měsíci

    UL Certified battery?

  • @ec9697
    @ec9697 Před 2 měsíci

    I have a heybike brawn..it is a 750w bike but it peaks out over 1100 w and with states changing laws I’m having to downgrade to a class2.I bought this bike so we will
    See how it compares.i like
    That you can disconnect the throttle for
    Class 1 only areas.guess I’ll have to swap the throttle out for a
    Regular grip so I don’t get a ticket in Florida .they are sticklers

  • @SooperFlye
    @SooperFlye Před 11 měsíci

    So, when you're testing on sand are you standing or sitting? Try standing and see what happens.

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517
    @kevinnashskitchen3517 Před 11 měsíci

    You going to get some cool T-Shirts and stickers one day for merch and sub giveaways ?

  • @chrismc.893
    @chrismc.893 Před měsícem

    I'm picking mine up tonight in H.B., wish me luck!!! excellent review!

  • @JCIIIBULLET
    @JCIIIBULLET Před 11 měsíci

    Does unlocking the top speed give it more power to climb hills?

  • @The_Privateer
    @The_Privateer Před 11 měsíci

    I think all those warning tags are for California - where the bike will go into thermonuclear detonation killing everyone in the sate (and that state only).

  • @ashpunting
    @ashpunting Před 11 měsíci

    Did you know if you buy the eggridder for the Rad, it will turn off the cut-off point so the bike will just keep on going.

    • @arnebivrin
      @arnebivrin Před 8 měsíci

      The EggRider isn't compatible with this model.

  • @lucamarz2741
    @lucamarz2741 Před 11 měsíci

    how tall are you? I think that from 5,9/6 feet it is uncomfortable and small.Please give me a suggestion, I'm undecided between this and the high step.

  • @davebeardall1024
    @davebeardall1024 Před 11 měsíci

    You seem to only review hub drive bikes. Would love to see you review something serious like the Frey CC.

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci +2

      I have reviewed a couple mid drives, I would like to get some Frey bikes on the channel. I feel like most shoppers are looking for low maintenance budget, friendly stuff, or stuff on the other end of the spectrum, super powerful, outrageous stuff, just to look at. 😆

    • @davebeardall1024
      @davebeardall1024 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TailHappyTV Thanks for the reply. Keep up the good work.

  • @tsquaddailylife5804
    @tsquaddailylife5804 Před 7 měsíci

    When or you going to do review on puckipuppy ebike

  • @kushalphoenix1
    @kushalphoenix1 Před 10 měsíci +1

    It went together easily in less than an hour. czcams.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.

  • @neelramachandran6388
    @neelramachandran6388 Před 11 měsíci

    If I get a bike that comes with a 1000 watt motor, and I uograde the voltage and amp hours will I need a new motor?

    • @zeppast
      @zeppast Před 11 měsíci

      l assume you mean upgrading the controller? the battery really shouldn't matter really the controller however does matter. The vast majority of hub motors can take a lot more power/amps through them without burning out. A 30 to 35 amp comtroller l would say would be a safe bet.

    • @neelramachandran6388
      @neelramachandran6388 Před 11 měsíci

      @@zeppast yes but would I need a new motor

    • @zeppast
      @zeppast Před 11 měsíci

      No you shouldn't l think the motor should be able to withstand that. Anymore then that l would get a new higher wattage motor say 2000w.

  • @jamiecharuk
    @jamiecharuk Před 6 měsíci

    My question is what bike is better than red powered red rover 6+ at the same price range

  • @BRZZ-xw4hd
    @BRZZ-xw4hd Před 11 měsíci +1

    holy cats dude using the tire to open the box. im gonna send ya a razor knife. great vid....peace out

  • @brucepeninsuladroneandatvg6960
    @brucepeninsuladroneandatvg6960 Před 11 měsíci +4

    We have had the bike for about a week and already the throttle has decided to stop working. The pedal assist works but no throttle. I went to the on line chat and waited over and hour and a half to speak with someone, and unfortunately missed them due to having a life instead of sitting in front of my computer waiting......However they were kind enough to send me a list of useless "trouble shooting" things I could try. Nothing like spending 2k on a bike only to have to try to fix it yourself during your 1 year "warranty". If I wanted to mess around trying to fix things myself I would have just built one myself not bought one that is built with a warranty, it seems according to Rad that the purchaser is the warranty.
    Follow up. Rad
    offers nothing for warranty (including a broken bike out of the box) other than extensive procedures for trouble shooting then will send you the new parts.......once you have jumped through all of their hoops effectively. Maybe at that time they will send you some parts.....that you get to install or pay a bike shop to do for you. For the love of God do not buy one of these. I cannot state that loud enough!!!!!!!!!!!! RUN DONT WALK AWAY FROM THESE BIKES. CAUSE YOU SURE AS HELL WONT BE ABLE TO BIKE AWAY. oH AND PREPARE TO WAIT UPWARDS OF AN HOUR JUST TO SPEAK WITH SOMEONE ONLINE THAT "HELPS" YOU.
    Below is pert of the conversation I had with one of the on line reps, basically what she is saying is that sometimes the bikes are well built and sometime they are shit. When a shit one goes out it is the customers responsibility to show us what we did wrong so we can maybe send you parts so you can fix it yourself. What a great service, hopefully at some point your bike will work, and in the meantime you get to be an unlicensed e bike mechanic. And all you had to do was trade 2500 bucks for a broken bike. """""""""""ut of the box, some of our bikes will need little to no tuning or adjustments. Others will need a more thorough going over. For those who just don’t feel up to attempting the needed tuning and adjustments please seek out help from your Local Bike Shop (LBS). Expect to pay for this service and inquire ahead of time what the charges may be. Examples of tune-ups that are the new bike owner’s responsibility are but are not limited to: Troubleshooting, installation of replacement parts, Brake adjustments, Brake Rotor Truing,"""""""""

  • @dp9324
    @dp9324 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Great review. I was not impressed AT ALL with that garbage, "DNP" branded cassette @5:04. It looks like it's made from cheap pot metal, and no two teeth appear to have precisely the same geometry! Pretty uninspiring motor too, given that so many others have made that 20% climb out of your parking garage. All that sand, and nowhere to go would make me unhappy! RAD is going to have to do a LOT better at this price point, especially with manufacturers like Wired eBikes coming out with such amazing fat-tire models for exactly the same money.

  • @SS-ln3dg
    @SS-ln3dg Před 11 měsíci

    Hell ya

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517
    @kevinnashskitchen3517 Před 11 měsíci

    Yeah, under 6 seconds from Wired Freedom to this bike in speed test is night and day.

  • @garyjohnson4575
    @garyjohnson4575 Před 11 měsíci

    That's the "get home gear!" In case you get depleted!

  • @jfreeman6130
    @jfreeman6130 Před měsícem

    I notice that this video is carefully edited using fast cuts, so as not to show any aspect of the bike for too long, or not enough for close look at anything specific. There are close up shots but the cuts are so quick that one has to pause the video for a good look at anything. I wonder if this is just an editing style which is fine if the purpose of the video is for entertainment or perhaps marketing? I would like to see a video designed to educate.

  • @minniespad
    @minniespad Před 10 měsíci

    Is that why They only have a 1yr warranty. Have been in financial trouble? Don't have the peeps or time to answer their phones for days on end. Great company to buy from😂❤

  • @nikandbdog
    @nikandbdog Před 4 měsíci

    How fast is throttle only? Can it be unlocked?

    • @oWASTINGTIMEo
      @oWASTINGTIMEo Před 2 měsíci

      32 throttle only with wind behind you yes there is CZcams tutorials to easily unlock up to 40km/hr

  • @ziekezang
    @ziekezang Před 10 měsíci

    Wired Freedom vs RadRover 6+ Which would you choose?

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 10 měsíci +1

      for me, wired freedom is a no brainer

  • @randolphroebuck262
    @randolphroebuck262 Před 15 hodinami

    Just purchased on June 20th, 2024, I worked for 2 days and have stopped working, Customer Support has not been helpful, and has been unresponsive. They thought it was the controller, ordered it, on July 6th, and as of July 9th it has not been sent out yet. And I have to take the bike apart and fix it. I called a service center (the closest was 2 hours away) and they felt it was the motor. They have not been helpful, as it is so big, I can't transport it and would have to hire a van and drive 2 hours each way to get it to a service center. So, if anything goes wrong with the bike as in my situation, and you're not close to a service center nor have a vehicle large enough to transport this bike, as of the date of this writing, you are screwed. And good luck speaking with someone with authority to make decisions.

  • @ChristmasEve777
    @ChristmasEve777 Před 11 měsíci +1

    hehehehe should I be tellin a cone to watch out?

  • @zeppast
    @zeppast Před 11 měsíci +7

    Yeah if you're a heavier person or if you want power and speed do not buy anything from Rad Power bikes their bikes are extremely conservative in regards to peak power and torque. A "750w motor" from them is basically a 500w nominal motor with a peak of 750 watts max and a lower amp controller so it's a bit misleading. RAD Power does this to comply with federal e-bike laws. The problem is every other manufacturer selling 750w bikes offers true 750w nominal motors that peak well above 750 wats (1000w+). So with that being said if you like power and speed and torque RAD Power isn't for you their bikes are some of the most underpowered bikes on the market. Rad Power should really disclose that their "750w" motors are really 500w hub motors. If you look on their website they don't say anything about this which is really a bad look as it's misleading to their customer base.

    • @ryanhaley9407
      @ryanhaley9407 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Just sold my rad rover for a velotric nomad. MUCH better

    • @zeppast
      @zeppast Před 11 měsíci

      @@ryanhaley9407 Yeah that's definitely a better bike for the money and cheaper too and offers a lot more power and torque.

    • @slowburn7765
      @slowburn7765 Před 11 měsíci +2

      That's cause Rad stays compliant with Class 2 regulations.

  • @dethray1000
    @dethray1000 Před 11 měsíci

    i bought the EUY s4 based on your review-i am 6'2'' tall --this bike does not fit a person over 5'7" in my opinion--if you sit back on the banana seat it wants to do a wheelie--it is hard to peddle even when back--if forward no way a tall person can pedal--off road,even dirt roads this thing is almost useless---you must get paid well to give a review that a tall person can't use-it does have good power

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci

      I’m sorry you aren’t happy with it man, I tried my best to give it a fair analysis. It sounds like the “moped style” is the issue, but basically any moped style bike is not good to actually pedal, especially for tall people, which I try my best to emphasize in those videos without being too redundant, moped style e-bikes are not really intended for pedaling

  • @williamwiese9963
    @williamwiese9963 Před 3 měsíci

    Is this wheelbase lenght ok for a 6"1" guy like me? Im 155 soaking wet.

  • @donwon2035
    @donwon2035 Před 11 měsíci +1

    When the last time Rad came out with a new bike. Not paying 1400 for a bike battery that's not integrated into the frame. 😂😂. They so behind the times. These bikes should be easily only about $700

    • @leetjohnson
      @leetjohnson Před 10 měsíci

      That's ridiculous. Name 1 fat tire ebike with Hydraulic tektros and suspension for $700. No Alibaba crap either.

  • @TacoLover1
    @TacoLover1 Před 11 měsíci

    Juiced RipCurrent S is a better option. 1000w Motor and XL frame options. Rad bikes are way behind...

    • @TacoLover1
      @TacoLover1 Před 10 měsíci

      @eddyvnhln I paid $2000, great quality and power!

  • @johngoodwyn8246
    @johngoodwyn8246 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Rad has a good network but there bikes are not that great for the money.

  • @blued2601
    @blued2601 Před 11 měsíci

    Why is there such a big price difference on st versus so?

    • @TailHappyTV
      @TailHappyTV  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Supply and demand I guess, step thru is so much easier to get on and off, it’s my preference for heavy fat tire e-bikes