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#61
RadWagon / Re: Insight help needed for co...
Last post by Stijn - December 02, 2025, 03:30:27 AM
Hi, same consideration here, but the final sale from the EU shop ended last week. The minimum order quantity was 5 pieces...so i'm now the owner of 5 headlights :( So if you're looking for one let me know.
#62
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by RadBob - December 01, 2025, 05:59:28 PM
Hi
In Rads feedback they mention they are offering their customers the Safe Shield batteries at a discount?
I never saw this offer, is it still available and how much was the discounted offer?
I gave two Expand 5's and have had no issues with my batteries.
If Rad does have a solution for their customers I'd like to hear about it
#63
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by Bobk - November 30, 2025, 06:59:09 PM
I have a Radcity 5 plus with a RAD-S1034Y. I also noticed the similarity in the code, so decided not to take any chances and purchased a Safe Shield Advanced semi-integrated battery and charger. Better being safe than sorry. My bike have done 13,000 km and is running well, so there no need to replace it. 
#64
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by Bretts11356 - November 30, 2025, 05:40:47 PM
Own 2 Rad Rover 6+ purchased in late 2021 and 2 Radster Trail purchased this past June.  Both batteries are visually identical but the more recent Radster Trail bikes have the smart shield and they feel like better quality.  They also have the UL stamp on them. 

Even though the older RAD-S1304Y batteries are not part of the warning they do have similar construction by the same manufacturer as those listed.  Should I consider upgrading to the newer 15AH for the Rad Rover 6+.

Thanks in Advance
#65
RadRover / Re: Rear rack alternative for ...
Last post by Calypsos - November 29, 2025, 03:54:48 PM
I read in other forums to get the Topeak super tourist rack for my RR6. I just got one and it does not fit. The arms do not reach where they need to screw into the bike.

I am also reading to try the Ibera one, but based on its photos I worry that I will run into the same problem again.

Getting impatient waiting for the rad rack to come back in stock and looking for other rack ideas in the meantime
#66
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by cargobikesRule - November 27, 2025, 03:18:15 PM
I have very old Rad bikes - a 2017 Mini and a 2018 Wagon. As I understand it, these bikes are not affected by the notice. Are there any issues with a SP2018 etc model battery?
#67
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by Peran - November 27, 2025, 02:33:07 PM
Quote from: Water Doc on November 25, 2025, 04:33:38 PMWe have 4 Rad bikes, 2 minis purchased 4 years ago and 2 R runner plus models.  The two minis are primarily used when we travel and both have the S1304 codes. My wife's RR + is just over 2 years old and that bikes battery also has the code. The RR+ that I ride was new in Jan 2021 and has over 20K miles, the battery has been charged hundreds of times (after every daily ride) The newer RR+ has 6-7000 miles and that battery has been charged daily. We have seen no battery degradation on any of the 4 bikes. At this time I have no concerns with any of the 4 batteries. It will be interesting to hear what other owners are saying about their experience.

Glad to hear you are not the only satisfied Rad customer - I am The Roaming Radrunner and believe in the build quality of my Radrunner 1.  Ride rad
#69
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by bellguy - November 25, 2025, 05:41:01 PM
Quote from: Ryan on November 25, 2025, 09:32:01 AMIn another blow to Rad Power Bikes, the CPSC issued a notice for customers to stop using their batteries: https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Batteries-for-E-Bikes-from-Rad-Power-Bikes-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death

It seems like Rad Power Bikes thinks that their batteries or fine. Post any additional findings below.
We have 2 2020 bikes where the batteries work fine today.  Even though I love my bike, I am concerned to buy another RAD bike.  I dont want to buy a bike when they reccomended that you discard your battery.  Worse, I dont want a fire.  I will want to buy a bike. Im sorry for RAD bike company.
#70
General Chat / Re: CPSC Rad Power Bikes batte...
Last post by Water Doc - November 25, 2025, 04:33:38 PM
We have 4 Rad bikes, 2 minis purchased 4 years ago and 2 R runner plus models.  The two minis are primarily used when we travel and both have the S1304 codes. My wife's RR + is just over 2 years old and that bikes battery also has the code. The RR+ that I ride was new in Jan 2021 and has over 20K miles, the battery has been charged hundreds of times (after every daily ride) The newer RR+ has 6-7000 miles and that battery has been charged daily. We have seen no battery degradation on any of the 4 bikes. At this time I have no concerns with any of the 4 batteries. It will be interesting to hear what other owners are saying about their experience.
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