Rad Power Bikes, established in 2007, started as a small business and has grown to become the largest electric bike brand in North America. Our team of hundreds of designers, engineers, and support experts is dedicated to providing over 450,000 customers with the best electric bicycles available. We envision a future where transportation is efficient, enjoyable, and accessible to everyone.
An e bike, also known as an electric bicycle, is essentially a traditional bicycle enhanced with a battery-powered motor. This motor assists riders in various ways, making it easier to conquer hills, increase speed, carry loads, and travel longer distances without excessive fatigue. This assistance is provided through features like pedal assist and throttles. Think of it as a regular bike, but with an extra boost when you need it most.
Riding an electric bicycle is very similar to riding a conventional bike. The key difference is the added option to engage the motor for extra power, simplifying pedaling or even allowing you to move without pedaling at all in some cases.
In North America, electric bikes are categorized into three regulatory classes, helping to define their capabilities and usage:
- Class 1: Pedal-assist only, where the motor provides support up to 20 mph, enhancing your pedaling effort.
- Class 2: Pedal-assist and throttle equipped, also providing motor assistance up to 20 mph, with the option of throttle for motor-only propulsion.
- Class 3: Pedal-assist only, but offering assistance up to 28 mph, designed for faster commutes and longer distances.
At Rad Power Bikes, we specialize in Class 2 and Class 3 electric bikes. Our e bikes are equipped with batteries designed to last for 45-50 miles on a single charge. This range can vary depending on factors like power usage, terrain type, and the weight of the rider and any cargo.
How E Bikes Work: Understanding the Mechanics of Electric Bicycles
The functionality of e bikes relies on either a geared hub or a direct drive motor. These motors convert battery energy into mechanical power that assists the rider’s pedaling. This is known as pedal assist – with each pedal stroke, the motor adds power, making riding more efficient and less strenuous. Many electric bicycles, including Rad Power Bikes models, also include a throttle. The throttle allows the rider to propel the bike forward using motor power alone, much like a moped, without needing to pedal.
Electric bicycles can be manufactured in two primary ways. Some are designed and built from the ground up as electric bikes, integrating the motor and battery system seamlessly into the frame. Alternatively, traditional bicycles can be converted into electric bicycles using an e bike conversion kit. These kits include all the necessary components – motor, battery, controller, and display – to transform a standard bike. However, Rad Power Bikes electric bikes are sold fully equipped with the motor and essential components, eliminating the need for aftermarket conversion kits.
Why Choose an E Bike? Exploring the Benefits of Electric Bicycles
Electric bikes are incredibly versatile and can seamlessly integrate into various aspects of your daily life. They are perfect for running errands around town, providing an efficient and enjoyable way to commute to work, and enhancing outdoor adventures like camping, hiking, skiing, fishing, or hunting by making distances and hills more manageable. For those seeking to enhance mobility, an electric bicycle can be transformative, making cycling accessible and enjoyable again. They are also a fantastic way to ride with children, whether using cargo bikes or bike trailers. In essence, e bikes offer a fun and easy way to navigate your world and engage more actively in the activities you love.
Beyond personal use, electric bicycles are also proving their value in commercial applications. Major franchises like Domino’s Pizza are utilizing e bikes for food delivery, leveraging their efficiency and eco-friendliness. Furthermore, numerous rental fleets are incorporating Rad Power Bikes into their offerings, highlighting the reliability and durability of our electric bicycles.
Finding the Right E Bike for Your Lifestyle and Riding Needs
Recognizing that every rider has unique requirements, Rad Power Bikes offers a diverse range of electric bicycles, each designed with specific features to cater to different needs. While all our models are versatile, certain types are particularly suited for specific purposes.
Electric cargo and utility bikes are built for carrying heavier loads, groceries, equipment, or even for safely transporting children, making them ideal for families and practical tasks. Electric folding bikes offer exceptional portability and storage convenience. They are designed to easily fit into smaller spaces like RVs, car trunks, apartments, or public transportation, perfect for commuters and travelers. Electric city and commuter bikes are optimized for urban environments, providing a comfortable and efficient solution for daily commutes, reducing reliance on cars, and saving on fuel costs. For those with a taste for adventure, electric off-road and all-terrain bikes are engineered to handle rugged landscapes, enhancing activities like camping trips, hunting, fishing, and even light mountain biking.
Additionally, we offer step-through electric bike models. These designs prioritize ease of mounting and dismounting, making them more accessible and comfortable for riders of all ages and mobility levels. Regardless of the specific model, all Rad Power Bikes electric bicycles are engineered to make hill climbing easier, extend travel distances, and enable cargo hauling without excessive strain.
To further personalize your riding experience, we also provide a wide selection of e bike accessories. These accessories allow you to customize your electric bicycle to perfectly match your needs. Our range includes products for storage and transport, such as racks and bags; safety and security accessories like lights and locks; seating and comfort enhancements; and practical e bike upgrades like phone mounts and USB chargers. To simplify your selection, we offer curated electric bike kits and a customizer tool at checkout to help you find the perfect accessories.
E Bikes: An Energy-Efficient Transportation Solution
Choosing an e bike brings significant environmental benefits. Electric bicycles represent a crucial form of energy-efficient transportation. They produce zero emissions while riding, contribute to reduced traffic congestion, and help lessen our carbon footprint. To understand the impact, explore our e bike emissions calculator to see how switching to an electric bicycle can significantly reduce your environmental impact.
Save Money with an Electric Bicycle
Electric bikes are not only good for the planet but also for your wallet. They offer substantial savings on gas by providing a reliable and cost-effective alternative to cars for many trips. Furthermore, e bikes can reduce expenses associated with parking fees and routine car maintenance, making them a financially smart transportation choice.
Health Benefits of Riding E Bikes
Research indicates that electric bicycles contribute to improved health by encouraging physical activity. Riding an e bike is still a form of exercise where you burn calories, especially when using lower levels of pedal assist. Electric bicycles empower riders to travel greater distances compared to traditional bikes, naturally extending workout durations.
We’ve received numerous testimonials from Rad Power Bikes customers about the positive health impacts of their electric bicycles. For example, rider Blair Hebert shared how his e bike journey helped him lose 40 pounds, reverse adult-onset diabetes, and recover from fatty liver disease. Another customer recounted using his electric bicycle to lose weight in preparation for a kidney donation surgery. (Please note: These are customer testimonials and should not be considered medical advice or guarantees.)
How to Purchase Your Rad E Bike
Rad Power Bikes is committed to making electric bicycles accessible, offering them at affordable prices through our direct-to-consumer business model. By bypassing traditional third-party retailers, we minimize overhead costs and pass those savings directly to our customers. We pioneered this approach in the electric bike industry. To further facilitate your purchase, we offer flexible e bike financing options, free shipping, a comprehensive one-year warranty, and a 14-day free trial period.
To find your ideal electric bicycle, you can explore our website, utilize our helpful e bike finder tool, consult our guide to the best electric bikes, or reach out to our knowledgeable customer support team for personalized advice. During the purchase process, you can enter your zip code to select from various delivery options: direct shipping to your home, shipment to a local bike shop for assembly, fully assembled delivery via Velofix mobile service, or online pickup at a Rad Power Bikes retail store.
We operate both online and through Rad Retail stores and partner local bike shops across the U.S. and Canada. Visiting a retail store allows you to test ride different models and receive expert guidance from our team to help you choose the perfect e bike. Find a location near you here. Our customer service team is also available to take orders over the phone, answer any questions you may have about electric bicycles, and assist you in selecting your preferred shipping method.
Owning a Rad E Bike: Quality and Support
At Rad Power Bikes, we are dedicated to designing high-quality electric bicycles that our customers are proud to own. Every e bike undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our high standards before it reaches your doorstep. To learn more about our detailed design and quality assurance processes, read our guide.
Our dedicated Product Support team is available to assist you with any troubleshooting needs online or by phone. For service maintenance and repairs, you can bring your electric bicycle to a Rad Power Bikes service center, schedule a mobile service appointment through our partner Velofix, or visit a local bike shop within our network.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our community of over 450,000 customers who are enjoying the fun and freedom of riding Rad!
