Rad Power Bike - Bad choice?
Posted by FoggyWolfBrain@reddit | ebikes | View on Reddit | 10 comments
I'm very new to ebikes.
A few years ago I bought a Rad power bike to commute to work down the street instead of driving my car. I stopped using it for a while due to moving and health issues, but I just started using it again. I just learned that they filed for bankruptcy? I don't live near any repair centers, though thankfully I haven't had to fix it yet. Are they easy to fix if it has issues?
Inciteful_Analysis@reddit
The vast majority of maintenance an ebike needs is essentially identical to a normal bike.
Deeznutseus2012@reddit
I've had my Radwagon 4 since 2019 and still have only ever needed a tune up once or twice a year.
Gertie The Haul-Beast is still trucking along fine.
_KeepOnTrucking_@reddit
I just gave my 2020 Rad it's 10,000 mile tuneup.
AwwJeezJerry@reddit
I was about 80 miles short and the back rim cracked. Pretty good longevity!
FoggyWolfBrain@reddit (OP)
Thats very reassuring to hear, I hope I can reach that point
beagles4ever@reddit
A company bought them out of bankruptcy. I have no idea if they can make it work. Bankruptcy allows them to clear the liabilities and structure and implement new management. That's helpful, but really depends on whether they can run a good company.
greyoldguy58@reddit
they use basic low level parts that should be easy to replace if needed i have a 2019 radrover since new and done over 3,000 miles on the bike with no issues.
FoggyWolfBrain@reddit (OP)
thats very promising, I can be handy when I need to be so I'm sure if anything happens I can do it myself
Elk801@reddit
Just make sure the battery isn’t part of the recall, but otherwise they’re, fine. If you can get a good deal on them, go for it.
FoggyWolfBrain@reddit (OP)
Looks like mine isnt part of the recall as far as I could tell! Thank you for the info!