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#1
Thank you for sharing this - just placed an order for one.
#2
Quote from: SergeL on May 17, 2022, 12:07:28 PM
You may have a look here for some inspiration. https://www.radowners.com/index.php?topic=358.msg7313#msg7313

I managed to adapt the same Topeak adapter to the rear rack on my RadMini ST2. This rack was hard to get (still not sure how I managed, since it had been on back-order for several weeks here in Canada, when a window of opportunity opened for seemingly a few hours, theclosed right back!

Good luck, and please post pictures when it's done!

YMMV

Thank you for pointing me to the post ..it good to see few DIY options..will give it some thought...
#3
Based on the specs this will not fit as is on the rear rack that got shipped with the Rad Expand bike.

https://www.topeak.com/us/en/products/248-Accessories/1323-OMNI-QUICKTRACK-ADAPTER.

Any suggestions, DIY mods to make this work ..I am not very savy with mods - so would like your input to check if this is worth investing time in and could it work if there are ways to secure it to the wider (170mm) rear rack ?
#4
I looked at the specks and also read as much as I could but I am not able to decipher if the Topeak MTX BEAMRACK (A-TYPE) : https://www.topeak.com/us/en/products/249-MTB-BeamRacks/135-MTX-BEAMRACK-(A-TYPE) will fit a Rad Expand bike - still trying to see if I can make the MTX system work for me for quick rel.
#5
RadRover / Re: Rad Rover 6+ better in pairs
May 07, 2022, 07:04:20 AM
Had a quick question related to -  Top Peak MTX hard side quick rack bags with panniers & required sliding racks (Had to order the slide racks from Japan & they came in two days, freaky) - were you able to mount Topeak MTX on Rad Rack ?

Can you share some pictures and what sliding racks did you order...
#6
Quote from: smlmccrmck on May 01, 2022, 02:42:56 PM
I came up with an inexpensive and rather elegant solution to the standard-pannier-bags issue: I hung two 6" eye bolts (1/4" diameter) from the top side of the frame using Rad's predrilled holes and four appropriately sized nuts, then threaded a 10" bolt (3/8" diameter) through the eyeholes of each eye bolt, and then secured the 10" bolt to the eyeholes using appropriate sized nuts an washers.  Total cost: $5.  Time to install: 10 mins.

Is it possible to post pictures of your modifications - will help visualize your solution better for someone who is not very knowledgeable  8)
#7
I am not an experienced user of bicycles with gears ..plus have always ridden bicycles on flat terrain in Florida. I have had a Schwinn bike bike in the past with Shimano gear system and the one of RadExpand is micro-shift - so just wanted to hear feedback from experienced users on gear system on RadExpand.

Also if there is a beginners guide on efficiently use gears - please share a link  :D
#8
Quote from: Kari on May 01, 2022, 02:24:59 AM
I have Topeak Aero Wedge Pack on my RadMini 4.

Thanks Kari for sharing the picture..I did not try the large size may be the straps on the large size are longer and will fit on a cloud-9 seat and the seat post as you have shown. My main problem when I tried was that I was not able to wrap the strap around the bag and thru the seat to get a secure fit - the straps were short.
#9
Thanks Eric - appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration..

My current sunset spot is 2-3 miles away on paved road ..so thought it would not be that bad to carry camera gear in front or rear basket given its already packed inside a padded camera bag.
#10
RadExpand / Re: New model
April 30, 2022, 02:56:45 PM
This is awesome to have a separate forum for RadExpand..

I have been extremely happy so far - this is my first eBike and I haven't done much cycling in the last 10 years..have enjoyed getting back to it a lot.
I do 8-10 mile rides and so far the battery life has been excellent.

Will soon try to tune up my bike either myself or a local bike shop if I am able to find one with a quick turn around time.
#11
jastewart325 - Can you post a picture of your install ?
#12
General Chat / Re: First Service for E-Bike
April 30, 2022, 02:48:42 PM
Eric thanks for your insights and encouragement to do it myself..will give it a try.
#13
General Chat / First Service for E-Bike
April 28, 2022, 10:38:20 AM
RadPower recommends that the bike be tuned up at a professional bike shop after the first 25 miles after self-assembly..is this essential to be done or is there any alternative.
Hard to find bike shops in our area (FL 32771) that are not very busy and are able to have a turn around time of 1 day.

Also what should be covered in the 1st tune up esp. if you visit bike shops that don't normally service rad power bikes.
#14
Anyone share their experience with folding rad bikes after installing the front and rear baskets ? I checked with Rad customer service and they mentioned it would not make a difference but its hard to visualize how the folding will work after installing the baskets ..
#15
RadMini / Re: RadExpand 5
April 26, 2022, 12:50:33 PM
Would we have a new section for RadExpand bikes or continue in the Rad Mini section ?