If you’re looking for a comprehensive guide on operating the Rad Rover, look no further than the official Rad Rover manual from Rad Power Bikes. It can help you troubleshoot problems, customize settings, and optimize its performance. Reading the manual can help you discover new features and get the most out of your eBike. With proper usage, there is less risk of injury, and you’ll learn how to get the most out of it.
Manual PDF
To prevent any injury to the user or any damage to the instrument you must read the information in the Rad Rover user manual. Carefully read and follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual and give special attention to the CAUTION and WARNING statements.
| Manual Details | |
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| Brand | Rad Power Bikes |
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| Page count | 32 |
| File size | 1.4 MB |
Rad Rover features
The Rad Rover now offers a more visible orange design with 4″ wide airless tires for increased comfort while going over bumps. Other improvements include an upgraded Shimano BPM180 motor to offer 750 watts of power, improved Nuvinci transmission to deliver easier pedaling and better hill climbing performance, new fenders so water won’t get onto your clothes*, an integrated USB charger (cord included), new headlight.
The latest updates come in an attractive lightweight frame that can carry up to 220 pounds (and comes available in a variety of colors). With 350 watts embedded in every 48 volt 13 Amp-hour battery pack, it will take on anything you put it through with ease.
Rad Rover Specifications
Battery
48V, 14 Ah (672 Wh) with Lithium NCA 18650 Samsung 35E cells, rated for 800 charge cycles
Charger
48V, 2 Amp Rad Power Bikes smart charger, operates on both 110V and 230V AC power outlets
Controller
48V, 500W
Display
Backlit LCD with a charge indicator, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, pedal assist level, wattmeter, and more
Hub Motor
500W brushless Bafang geared hub motor with 80 Nm of torque, 5:1 planetary gear reduction
Lights
Front: Standard Rad Power Bikes LED headlight
Rear: Integrated taillight with brake light
Pedal Assist
Intelligent 5-level pedal assist with 12-magnet cadence sensor
Throttle Half twist throttle
Wiring
Water-resistant connectors and wiring harness
USB Ports
Display: 5V, 1 Amp
Brake Calipers
Tektro Aries (MD-M300)
Brake Levers
Aluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switch and integrated bell
Brake Pad Material
Sintered
metal
Brake Rotors
Tektro 180 mm front and rear
Chain
KMC Z7
Crank Set
42T, 170 mm ProWheel Pioneer forged alloy, dual-sided aluminum bash guard
Derailleur
7-Speed
Shimano Acera
Fenders
Full coverage front and rear
Fork
RST spring fork with lockout and preload adjustment, 80 mm travel, 135 mm hub width, 9 mm quick release
Frame
6061 aluminum
Freewheel
DNP 7-speed freewheel, 11-34T
Gearing
1 x 7-speed
Grips
Durable imitation leather ergo
Handlebar
Custom-formed aluminum, 700 mm wide, 4″ rise
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8″ straight steerer tube
Kickstand
Heavy-duty aluminum with wide plastic foot
Pedals
Wellgo B087 CrMo axle, a forged aluminum platform with reflectors, standard 9/16″ x 20 TPI threading
Racks
Optional
Rims
Double-wall, 36H
Saddle
Velo Plush with lifting handle
Seatpost
Promax, 350 mm x 27.2 mm
Seatpost Clamp
Quick-release
Shifter
Shimano SL-TX50-7R thumb shifter, 7-speed
Spokes
12-gauge stainless steel, black
Stem
50 mm + 30º (15 mm rise)
Tires
Rad Power Bikes by Kenda Juggernaut 26″ x 4″, K-Shield puncture-resistant liner
Recommended Rider Heights
5’4″ – 6’2″ (163cm-188cm)
Frame Size
18″ (46cm)
Handlebar Height
46.5″ (118cm)
Handlebar Reach
16″ (41cm)
Seat Height
28″ – 36.5″ (71cm – 93cm)
*Measured from bottom of the pedal stroke
Standover Height
30.5″ (78cm)
Total Length
75″ (191 cm)
Wheelbase
45″ (114cm)
Dropout Width
Front: 135 mm
Rear: 170 mm
Bottom Bracket Shell Width
100 mm
Square Taper Bottom Bracket
Seat Tube Length
18″ (46cm)
Top Tube Length (effective)
23″ (58cm)
Headtube
146 mm
Chainstay
19.75″ (50cm)
Handlebar Width
700 mm
Crank Length
170 mm
Seatpost Diameter
27.2 mm
Max Tire Width
4″
Bike Weight
69 lb (31kg)
Payload Capacity
275 lb (125kg)