I was told by a local ebike shop to put dielectric grease on every connector, regardless of who made said ebike. I have yet to seal all my connectors (friend borrowed my dielectric grease) but my RadRunner has gotten wet already and nothing has happened. Eight miles is heavy rain. Pull all the connectors and make sure their dry then dielectric grease all of them. Could be a damp connector causing intermittent connection.

I looked into the Pinhead system and somehow ended up with Hexlox. ABUS also has a neat system. I would love to see the Pinhead system in person as its known quality. Post your results of whatever you end up with. I love my Hexlox.

I almost forgot, I almost got the Addmotor M-66 R7. Love the looks and it was close but it came down to a adjustable seat, no need for gears and a sturdy rear rack option. Now back to the ONYX RCR, if my Piaggio scooter starts giving me issues I'm replacing it with something electric. I could slip the ONYX in as a moped or just do it as a motorcycle. I test rode the Zero motorcycle when it first came out, and while fun I no longer ride on the interstate and have no need to really go faster than 45mph, so the ONYX fits my intended use hands-down. Piaggio wants to much for their Electra escooter and it only goes 30mph. But then we got NUI with the impressive GT/S. So far the RadRunner has exceeded my expectations. I rode it all last week to work putting 150 happy miles on it. Pedal about 70% of the time at level 3 intervention. Maybe a ebike is all I need?

The single speed RadRunner is a regular, run of the mill old school bmx freewheel, I just don't remember how small you can go. Old school bmx bikes have flip/flop hubs. One side (flip) is larger, the size our RadRunners use, and the other side (flop) fits a smaller freewheel. All my life riding bmx bikes I just ran the 16 tooth freewheel so I have no idea how small you can go on the larger (flip) side. I think the smallest you can go on the large side is 16 tooth.

I purchased the RadRunner and its perfect for its intended use. Now I REALLY like the ONYX RCR but know it would end up just like a motorcycle as far as the law is concerned. Here mopeds have to be tagged but no state inspection, insurance, or M class required, but if you get stopped for going over 35mph the moped is now treated like a motorcycle- you get fined for no state inspection, no insurance, no Motorcycle class license. I know I'm to stupid to control myself on the RCR because its more emotorcycle than ebike.. But in reality I may just pick up a RadMini next so a friend can go on ebike adventures as well, plus I can fold it to fit in my car. More power and speed is always tempting though, but as long as my ebike goes 20mph I'm happy. Juiced makes some nice looking stuff though.

Cloud 9 makes comfy seats at fair prices. Plus their pretty durable. I got one of those Sella Royal Gypsy seats and really liked it, but then I bought a Seatlock. I love the convenience and compact nature of the Seatylock but it sure lacks the overall comfort of the Sella Royal.

Those mounts used to be hard to find. Nice to see them back! One thing to note. At some point someone at Topeak decided to change the mounting tracks. So my old, still mint basket will not fit in the new mount. As long as you buy everything together you'll be fine.

I have 2 ebike shops in my area. I buy my accessories from them and have them do the service work as well. I have a Pedego mirror on my Rad! But anyways, both shops offered to service it when the time comes with no attitude. The one shop owner was giving me friendly grief, as we get along pretty good, but when its all said and done its another ebike on the road and that's whats important. If one of the ebike shops sold what I wanted I would have purchased it thru them but not many ebikes out there by the "major" brands like the RadRunner. But neither shop has the proprietary software to check the computer should something come up but both shops have experience working with different brands and have great trouble shooting skills, so I'm not worrying to much. Plus Rad still backs their products.

I just received my battery terminal covers today from that person on etsy. Have yet to use them but they are well made. Another weird thing I do. I cover my seat with a cheap shower cap when the bike is sitting. I hate tatty seats. But I purchased a Seatylock (by Foldylock) and really like it. Super easy to use. I know its not Abus level 10 security but I don't need level 10 security. I wanted easy and compact.

I had NOS orange Welgo pedals from a bmx bike shop sitting around. I put them on my RadRunner. Look really good, and I also think they are the same ones Rad now sells.

Norfolk, VA is trying to include bicycle lanes. But the lanes end and your back on your own. Better than nothing. I like the list format also, so:

My commute is 14 miles one way. I slip on the sidewalk when needed. I jump off if someone is on it.
I go from Norfolk to Virginia Beach for work. Both cities are hit (20%) and miss (80%) on bike lanes.
All of my stops have bike racks except the Post Office.
My work is 100% secure so I don't lock it there.
I have 2 horrible intersections that I dread when I get to them.
I rarely see other bicycle commuters but I work from 2-10:30PM.
I charge my battery at work and will bring it in the building if needed, but my parking spot is pretty dry as is.
Mirrors are my friend! Need to know whats behind me.
I carry a mace wrist wrap and a boaters air horn in my pocket.
I sometimes mark terrible bumps or holes with hot pink spray paint. Some roads need repair and dangerous.

Just saying hey and a little info on me. First, I love motor scooters. Always owned one even when I had motorcycles. Also always owned bicycles. Have a swing bike for my acoustic bicycle. I now also have a RadRunner 1. Bought it this year to replace a Pedego CityCommuter. Wanted something with 20" wheels. I'm picture dumb and still have a OLD phone but my Runner has a SHAD motorcycle trunk mounted to the back. It looks almost factory. My commute is 14 miles each way and I try to ride the Runner as much as possible. I get exercise (use level 3 PAS) and I find riding very relaxing. Currently have around 200 on the ebike. I hope to contribute something useful to the site. Thanks for having me!