Quote from: Mdem on July 24, 2023, 07:19:54 PM
I damaged my key to a rad runner plus 2022 and was informed that replacements are back ordered. So now i am down to one good key. Finally found a key blank that works at a locksmith. Is is a Honda motorcycle blank. Manufacturer  is ILCO HD74 blank. Had one cut. Good as new. Make sure you record the number stamped on your original key.

It's been known for at least a couple of years that you don't have to bother cutting that HD74 blank - the blanks will lock/unlock all or almost-all of those batteries on any Rad bike that uses them.  I carry only a blank with me for my MiniST2 to prove this to other Rad owners I warn about battery theft.

Did you try using the blank on your bike before having it cut?  If you're doubtful, buy another one and try it.

If nothing else, check with your home insurance company; it may be covered.  I looked into adding my e-bike to my policy and was told it's just automatically covered with my other possessions, no extra paperwork or fee required.

Quote from: ChefWoodrough on July 19, 2023, 07:35:42 PMI bought the kit for the rad rover 6 plus from electro bike world https://electrobikeworld.com/products/rad-power-6-upgrade-kit

Does anyone have a link to install instructions?

There are written instructions on the link you posted, in the product description near the bottom, and here is a link from Rad for the City (they say it applies to other models): https://radpowerbikes.pxf.io/xkWQ7x

Might be videos on YouTube by now as well if you search on "Rover 6+ controller upgrade" or something similar.

Other than that, it's should be just a matter of mounting the display and connecting the cables.

Quote from: rjp on July 17, 2023, 06:12:55 PM
13,000 miles now. The down arrow worked, I now have cruise control Thanks for the update

Here's a link to a more in-depth manual for those controllers, in case you don't have it.  Cruise control is on page 10, FWIW.  It's somewhat Chinglish, but still comprehensible ... mostly.

https://www.emotoer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/KT-LCD8H.pdf

Cheers!

I'm sorry I don't have a specific answer to your question, but I don't think you should lose any sleep over blowing the motor.  It's possible you have a defective motor (yay for warranty) but Altema here on the forum has intentionally tried to fry one of these motors when about to replace it with a different one, running it under full 1,600w+ power loads and high-stressed conditions and was unable to get it to fail.  Unless they suddenly redesigned it to fail somehow, that's probably not it.

Additionally, the "too powerful" controller won't just hammer the motor with full power, especially on level ground, but keep an eye on the wattage you see if you use the Bolton controller; mine usually peaks out around 700-800 unless going up a hill or heavily loaded.  IMHO, the power limit is more for safety for people who don't feel comfortable with the max power output, younger kids etc.  My Mini could literally leap out of my hands if I'm off the bike and twist full throttle accidentally, so I can understand some folks wanting to muzzle that a bit.

Hope you'll get an answer soon; Altema and DickB were very helpful when I was considering the Bolton kit for my 2021 MiniST2 - don't give up on it, that's an amazing upgrade.  I also added Bolton's hybrid mechanical-hydraulic brakes to lasso that motor; another worthy upgrade to add a bit more stopping power without having to re-plumb the entire brake system.

Quote from: Radio Runner on July 11, 2023, 10:27:22 PM
Right on, I was starting to wonder. They must have two locations of inventory (or at least this time) giant box for 1 tire, No box for 2plus. Hope these are not it for 3? semi slicks. I would probably look for a complete new bike if I was forced  to ride knobbies on pavement due to lack of options. The dream would be some Schwallbe Marathons in this size but I ain?t holding my breath.

Yeah, I don't think I could tolerate knobbies like the Kendas Rad used to put on the Mini; I'm far happier with the Big Boats than I expected to be.

Hey, speaking of shipping, literally as I am composing this, two minutes ago I signed for a 9-lb Fedex box at my front door.  Two days ago it was sitting 350 miles east of Shanghai in a rural China warehouse.  I'd say that's pretty good shipping.  Same company Fedex; two different shipment classifications.  Or maybe the ship across the Pacific just caught a very nice tailwind.

Quote from: Radio Runner on July 03, 2023, 11:19:20 AM
My order of one Big Boat has docked. It came in a large box this time much to my surprise. Tire is dusty like it?s been sitting on the shelf for awhile but otherwise in perfect condition.

Mine just arrived, sans box, 5 days late, with "Shipment exception Barcode label unreadable and replaced" noted both Sunday and Monday.  Klassy-with-a-capital-K packaging, as your previous one was; didn't even bother snipping off the excess ziptie, but no apparent damage because it's tires not Hummel figurines.

Happy to have spare tires in inventory after having to search around to find them at all.

Quote from: handlebar on July 09, 2023, 11:52:04 AMWhen I tried your link, Amazon didn't offer a price.

I just checked and you're right.  I think they must have sold out between my and your postings, as it was shown at about $10.35 or so yesterday.  I assume it'll restock eventually.  I paid $10.95 for mine April of last year.

Quote from: handlebar on July 08, 2023, 07:20:35 PM
Here's what I bought a couple of years ago.
https://amzn.to/3DoAQnI

I wanted one like yours because it has only one slot. I tried your link, and Amazon said it's for sale through Amazon UK for $22.74.

Mine has 8 slots that look alike. The correct slot must be rotated to align it to slide on, so I may not realize it immediately if I've got one of the 5 slots that are too small to slide on. Two others are too big, which means I could round the corners of a nipple.

I filled 6 of the 8 slots with RTV to reduce confusion. I had to leave the 13g slot, opposite the 12g slot, open to straddle the spoke. So there's still room for confusion. I guess I'll make it permanent with J B Weld. Besides filling 6 slots, I can put a bump on the 13g side so I'll know by touch that the opposite slot goes on the nipple.

I have one of those too, but decided against recommending it because it's somewhat awkward to use compared to the Park tool, which doesn't cost much more in the US at least.  I do carry it in my on-bike tool bag though because it's very compact, for emergencies, and you never know when somebody else's bike with different-sized spokes might find it useful.

Like your idea to plug the unused slots with JB Weld to eliminate confusion and make usage faster/easier.

This is the tool I use for my 2021 MiniST2 with the 3" rims - note that Rad changed from 4" when they switched from Kenda knobby tires to the CST Big Boat; I don't know if the spokes are the same, but the odds favor it.

https://amzn.to/3Kauf4q

"The SW-3 is sized for 3.96mm (0.156") nipples."

P.S. you might consider changing this thread's Subject to "RAD Mini ST spoke size" to make it more useful and easier to find with a search.

Quote from: Radio Runner on July 03, 2023, 11:19:20 AM
My order of one Big Boat has docked. It came in a large box this time much to my surprise. Tire is dusty like it?s been sitting on the shelf for awhile but otherwise in perfect condition.

That's good to hear - they do exist!  Even though I ordered before you, I'm not so fortunate so far.  Fedex is still claiming it'll deliver today, but unless they took it out of the truck that was in Nebraska last night and put it on a jet, I don't think it's likely it'll be west of Seattle right now, so I expect another "delivery update" with fresh wonderful new delay information.  Fortunately it's not urgently-awaited, if it took another month I'm fine unless a tire shreds - I just hope the order is accurate and complete.

Quote from: burnsjohnston on July 01, 2023, 09:42:34 AM
The last time I used my charger there was an arc and it blew the fuse in my battery. Fuse has been successful replaced and I used a spare charger to charge the bike. I am a little nervous about using that charger again. Use it or buy a new one?

Where was the arcing and was this an original Rad charger?  First thing I'd do is closely inspect the charger's wire and connector that go to the battery - check inside the connector with a flashlight to make sure there are no stray metal bits stuck in there.  Or, if the connector is bent or damaged, you should consider cutting it off near the end of the wire and soldering on a new one - make sure you double-check both sides of the connector with a voltmeter to match polarity before soldering; accidentally reversing those would make for a bad day.

Also check the power cord that goes to the wall outlet and its socket on the charger for damage; those power cables are cheap and easy to replace if necessary.  I've had contacts on the female end of those power cables actually melt the plastic around them for high-amp applications like a water distiller, but the Rad charger only pulls about 100 watts, which is nothing for those connectors, and should be rated for a minimum of 1,200 watts.

Quote from: burnsjohnston on July 01, 2023, 09:35:00 AM
Thanks @JiminPT. I used the awl, changed the fuse and the battery is now fully charged.

Great news - glad it was an easy fix.  Now, assuming you bought more than one, make sure to put at least one spare fuse of each type (5A for charging and 40A for discharging) into your on-bike toolkit just in case one pops on the road.

Quote from: Radio Runner on June 30, 2023, 03:40:50 PMProbably tied to the dock for a few days cushioning the bow or stern from whatever boat it came in on while they unloaded the rest the cargo.

Found 'em.

Looks like they consolidated both our shipments, but I think CA shipped you the wrong size.

Quote from: Radio Runner on June 28, 2023, 09:40:06 PM
Zip tied together in the perfect world isn?t a problem, hopefully they are not next to bundles of pitch forks etc that also ship with boxes.

Refreshed the tracking, coming outta California and still due by Saturday. The ones I ordered last year came from Seattle.

Interesting; mine are shipping to the Northwest and coming out of Georgia, making the trip about as long as it's possible to be in the CONUS.  Go figger.  Maybe that was the only location that still had two in stock, which wouldn't bode well.