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Messages - TheRealDlo

#1
General Chat / Re: Just installed me Comfort Set
October 22, 2021, 06:28:15 AM
Quote from: SemperVee on October 21, 2021, 05:15:24 PM
Changed my seat and handlebars both for *MORE* more comfort.   Hated the cloud9 and love the FIDO saddle.

Other thing I did was a cell phone holder.  SO helpful
#2
Rad Modifications / Re: JUIN TECH M1 BRAKES
October 17, 2021, 08:06:26 AM
Quote from: Robert C. Albert on September 07, 2019, 05:43:35 PM
Has anyone tried the JUIN Tech M1 brake modification ?

I ordered these for my Rad mini.  Even if they are the same power I just want the squeaky break noise to go away.  Also, the standard breaks feel rough.

Will report back ion a few weeks once installed and tested.  Going to measure stopping distance.
#3
RadMini / Re: Radmin 4 controller wheel sie
October 13, 2021, 11:23:27 AM
Quote from: pehayes on August 14, 2021, 09:21:15 AM
Just received a new RadMini 4 early August.  It came pre-set at 21.  There is no 22 option.  The actual OD of the inflated tire is close to 22.  The closest controller option is 21.  I've experimented to see if I could trick more speed.  Seems best at the default 21.  Used a GPS app for speed verification.  Seemed to peg out max speed the same regardless of my wheel choices.

Patrick Hayes
Fremont CA

100% THIS.

I got my Rad Mini 4 Oct 5th and 21 is where it is set to
#4
RadMini / Re: New Rad Mini 4 Owner
October 10, 2021, 09:24:04 AM
Quote from: JimInPT on October 10, 2021, 08:02:15 AM
Quote from: TheRealDlo on October 10, 2021, 06:41:11 AMYes, I saw the video and I am more interested in range so i only raised it to 21mph over 20.

No reason not to raise it to the max 40 kph; the extra headroom will always be there, but raising the limit has zero effect on your range unless you run throttle-only all the time at max speed.  Even then, a range decrease would mostly come from more wind resistance, not the controller setting.

Totally right.

Especially since I ride in 2-3 mostly.
#5
RadMini / Re: RadMini vs Lectric XP 2.0
October 10, 2021, 07:01:46 AM
Quote from: Ryan on September 09, 2021, 07:35:53 PM
Thought I'd share a recent video I did on the RadMini vs Lectric XP 2.0. Let me know if I missed anything!

https://youtu.be/kkcNcnaUBRs

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Nice video.

My father in law has a letric 1.0 & I just bought a Radmini 4 and we took them out for a side by side and we both came away impressed with the Rad in almost everyway.  Its just a slighly better produced in every way.  worth the extra few hundred IMO
#6
RadMini / Re: New Rad Mini 4 Owner
October 10, 2021, 06:58:46 AM
Quote from: TheRealDlo on October 01, 2021, 06:34:52 AM
Good Morning,

Just bought a Rad Mini 4 and it should be here tomorrow!

Any tips on the setup other then the YouTube video they have?

Looks pretty straight forward!

Thanks,

Dlo

So, quick recap of my RadMini4 first impressions:

PROS:

#1 Got the bike in about 5 days. Shipping & packaging was sufficient.
#2 I love riding this bike
#3 Build quality is well above average
#4 The battery range is incredible. I rode for 15 miles and used 1 out of 5 bars.  (PAS2-3 mostly)
#5 Love the angle you sit at on these bikes, much better then a traditional mountain bike

CONS:
#1 The assembly was just OK.  The front wheel gave me some problems and was WAY too tight.
#2 The breaks squeak and could be improved
#3 The seat is not comfortable (Most bike seats aren't) I swapped mine immediately
#4 A MIRROR is a MUST BUY - I got one ASAP

Overall, I REALLY enjoy this bike.  Once I get the breaks to stop making noise I will love it more.  I would highly recommended this bike to ANY person OVER 5'7'' who is interested in a E-Bike. 
My Father-In-Law who has a Lectric 1.0 is very impressed and is considering switching.  The Rad just is smoother and superior in almost everyway. (maybe the 2.0 would be a closer comparision)

#7
RadMini / Re: New Rad Mini 4 Owner
October 10, 2021, 06:41:11 AM
Quote from: pehayes on October 01, 2021, 12:25:36 PM
Did you buy any accessories for it?  Be very careful as most screws  have blue LocTite on them.  Make sure to use a well-fitting, quality Allen wrench for any screws and bolts.  I installed a rear rack and had to clean out hole threads with a threading tap to make bolts work.  You may have seen videos to increase top speed through changes in the controller programming.  That is old inventory.  Changes have no effect on the version  you will receive.  Robust and quick bike regardless.

Patrick

Thanks Patrick!

I only bought a seat so far and it definitely improved the comfort.  Yes, I saw the video and I am more interested in range so i only raised it to 21mph over 20.
#8
RadMini / Re: New Rad Mini 4 Owner
October 10, 2021, 06:39:52 AM
Quote from: Windward on October 01, 2021, 06:47:34 AM
Wow, how did you get a quick delivery? Mine won't arrive until Nov.

When I put my order in it was 3 day shipping ~ I got SUPER lucky with my timing!

I got my bike and have 30 miles on it already.  LOVE IT

Went back to order one for my wife and it is shipping Nov 15
#9
RadMini / New Rad Mini 4 Owner
October 01, 2021, 06:34:52 AM
Good Morning,

Just bought a Rad Mini 4 and it should be here tomorrow!

Any tips on the setup other then the YouTube video they have?

Looks pretty straight forward!

Thanks,

Dlo