Rad Power Bikes · Commuter & cruiser · discontinued
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 45 miles per charge (36–54 mi), using 13.4 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 50 miles. That is about 90% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 29 miles. It is discontinued; of the current commuter and cruiser e-bikes we track, the lowest-priced that goes as far is the Lectric XPress2 ($1,399, about 46 miles).
672
Wh battery
750
W motor
20
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus go for your weight?
Miles per full charge on a new battery at 70°F on pavement, no wind. Each number is the middle of a ±20% band. Rad Power Bikes claims 28–50 miles (brand estimate 28-50 miles per charge).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 87 mi (69–104) | 49 mi (39–59) | 34 mi (27–40) | 32 mi (25–38) |
| 200 lb | 78 mi (62–93) | 43 mi (34–51) | 32 mi (26–39) | 27 mi (22–33) |
| 250 lb | 70 mi (56–84) | 38 mi (30–46) | 31 mi (25–37) | 24 mi (19–29) |
| 300 lbover max load | 64 mi (51–77) | 34 mi (27–41) | 29 mi (24–35) | 21 mi (17–26) |
- Easy 12 mph: 12 mph, relaxed pedaling, flat
- Everyday 16 mph: 16 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Fast 20 mph: 20 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Throttle, hills: 15 mph, no pedaling, hilly
Independent range tests
Reviewers rode the RadCity 5 Plus until the battery died. Our model, run in the same conditions (180 lb rider assumed; testers don't publish weight), is shown next to each result.
lowest assist
64.3 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 10.5 Wh/mi
Our model: 57 mi (45–68) within band
highest assist
37.3 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 18 Wh/mi
Our model: 39 mi (32–47) within band
throttle, hilly · 16.7 mph avg
30 mi
measured by OutdoorGearLab · 22.4 Wh/mi
Our model: 28 mi (22–33) within band
Can the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at an estimated 1,200 W peak, limited by its 60 Nm of torque. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 20 mph | 14 mph | 7 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 20 mph | 15 mph | 11 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 20 mph | 11 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 20 mph | 12 mph | 7 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 15% on throttle, 19% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 750 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (2 A)
6 h 14 min
With a 5 A charger
3 h 6 min
Cost per full charge
$0.14
Cost per mile
0.29¢
US average residential electricity, 18.31¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), 85% charger efficiency. Charge time: constant current to ~85%, then about an hour of top-off.
Range in cold weather
70°F
45
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
42
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
37
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
32
mi · 75% cap.
Everyday scenario, 180 lb rider. Capacity loss is temporary; store and charge the battery indoors and never charge it below freezing.
Simulate your own ride on the RadCity 5 Plus
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus specs
From the Rad Power Bikes product page, checked 2026-10-23. est. marks values Rad Power Bikes doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,699
Source note
Last US list price $1,699 on radpowerbikes.com (archived 2025-07-08, shown Out of Stock; promo $1,499 ending 6/25/25). Launch price was $1,999 (archived Dec 2023). Product page 404 from Nov 2025; not in the radpowerbikes.com US catalog checked 2026-10-23. web.archive.org
- Class
- Class 2, throttle est.
Source note
Brand page gives 20 mph top speed + half-twist throttle (Class 2 behaviour) but does not print the class; Electric Bike Report states Class 2. electricbikereport.com
- Top assisted speed
- 20 mph
Source note
- Battery
- 672 Wh (48 V × 14 Ah), removable
Source note
Brand 2024 page: '14 Ah 672 Wh semi-integrated battery'. Dec 2023 page listed '589-672 Wh', so some earlier units shipped with a smaller pack. web.archive.org
- Motor
- 750 W nominal, rear hub
Source note
- Torque
- 60 Nm
Source note
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- 28–50 mi (Brand estimate 28-50 miles per charge)
Source note
- Weight
- 65 lb with battery
Source note
Brand: 65 lb with battery (57.4 lb without); Dec 2023 page said 64 lb. OutdoorGearLab measured 64 lb 11 oz; Electric Bike Report measured 63 lb (step-thru). web.archive.org
- Max load
- 275 lb rider + cargo
Source note
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2"
- Frame
- Aluminum (6061), High-Step and Step-Thru
- Charger
- 2 A
Source note
- Safety certification
- UL 2849
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus?
Rad Power Bikes rates the RadCity 5 Plus for 275 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 250 lb it still goes about 38 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 15% (our estimate from its 1200 W estimated peak power and 60 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 19%. On a 10% hill it holds about 14 mph on throttle.
How long does the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus take to charge?
About 6 h 14 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 3 h 6 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.14 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.29¢ per mile.
Is the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Rad Power Bikes lists it as Class 2, with a top assisted speed of 20 mph and a throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the RadCity 5 Plus?
At 65 lb with battery (about 57 lb without it) and 2" tires, 21 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
| Kuat Piston ION 2-bike | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Super Duty Double | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris MHS 2 Bike Package | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack Pro | 85 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack | 77 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule Epos 2-bike | 75 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike | 67 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp | 66 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule EasyFold XT 2 | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (too heavy).
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