Is it hard to remove the stock grips from the handlebars? Is it just removing that plug and then slowly twist them off?
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Show posts MenuQuote from: NaturallyRC on March 19, 2022, 04:35:35 AMIt should be the steps from this link, post 4:
Good question. I'm running with all default out-of-the-box settings. If there is a way to increase max speed limit (without fudging wheel size) for sure let me know. Cheers...Quote from: ericwn on March 18, 2022, 03:54:23 PMQuote from: NaturallyRC on March 18, 2022, 02:13:42 PMHave you tried setting the top speed to the max? It won't do anything on a slope but on flat it's nice to get a few more km/h from the bike.
Same here. I'm interested in comparing bikes on the Canadian market. The Rad Mini, to me, is ideal, so far. The big tires, front shocks and low CG are custom-made for our winter-chewed-up roads, bike lanes, and bumpy bike paths. But I've got strong legs from decades of regular cycling, so the slope assist I get is plenty, plus slowing down for hills is something I take for granted. That said, I'm still getting used to the bike topping out at speeds lower than I would hit on my roadie, on the flat. But patience mitigates road rash, so there's that. And a higher watt motor won't change the top speed anyway, on flat ground.Quote from: ericwn on March 18, 2022, 11:02:00 AM
Could you then point me to those bikes that you preferred, out of interest?
Quote from: NaturallyRC on March 18, 2022, 02:13:42 PMHave you tried setting the top speed to the max? It won't do anything on a slope but on flat it's nice to get a few more km/h from the bike.
Same here. I'm interested in comparing bikes on the Canadian market. The Rad Mini, to me, is ideal, so far. The big tires, front shocks and low CG are custom-made for our winter-chewed-up roads, bike lanes, and bumpy bike paths. But I've got strong legs from decades of regular cycling, so the slope assist I get is plenty, plus slowing down for hills is something I take for granted. That said, I'm still getting used to the bike topping out at speeds lower than I would hit on my roadie, on the flat. But patience mitigates road rash, so there's that. And a higher watt motor won't change the top speed anyway, on flat ground.Quote from: ericwn on March 18, 2022, 11:02:00 AM
Could you then point me to those bikes that you preferred, out of interest?
Quote from: Chris777 on March 18, 2022, 10:58:43 AMWhich brands can you then recommend for comparison? A link to their specs is appreciated.
I suggest you test drive some Canadian ebikes from a local dealer. They blew the Rad out of the water. For Rad the Canadian market is an afterthought. They put zero engineering into making the 500 watt version work properly. I made a big mistake buying one. It's premium pricing for a hobbled Ebike.
Quote from: Chris777 on March 18, 2022, 07:17:00 AMI'm riding a Canadian RadWagon and have to pedal assist up the hills often, but that's the same for any 500W bike.
Lame. 500 watts is not enough. 33% of the power is missing. It chokes going up tiny hills. Really regret that purchase.
Quote from: Eric7 on December 27, 2021, 10:33:38 AM
I am not taking sides.
As an owner and considering the supply problems, if something goes wrong, you are on your own and should try to fix it yourself. The alternative is to allow the bike to sit while waiting for parts.
Throttles, brake levers, tires, tubes can be mailed ordered and takes about 48 hours to arrive. You need to do some investigating - but many parts are readily available on the major mail order sites and are cheaper too. I wait for Rad to send me the genuine original spare parts and, when it gets here, I put it away as a spare. I think of it like running my own business, I have to be able to second source the parts when I can.
Things like controller, wiring harness, battery, and wheels - you don't have a choice if you want to keep the bike stock. Luckily those have not broken for me.
If I were not doing this, my bike would have been down (not working) for a long time. Yea, it cost money, but I have the parts and I keep exercising instead of letting the expensive bike sit in the garage depreciating. As a long time regular bike commuter and bike owner - it is a hobby or lifestyle that requires continued investment and a supply of spare parts. You need spare parts to ensure you can commute daily. Things constantly break if you use the bike a lot. All the parts are exposed, constantly subject to vibration, and built to be sort of light weight. Any biking will require monthly money so it is good to have spare parts so your bike would not be down during a major event (holidays, biking with friends etc).