An affordably priced, heavy-duty, utility style electric bike with four bed options including flat, truck bed with sides, hot/cold insulated box, and covered pedicab passenger seat
Borrows components and hardware from mopeds and motorcycles for added strength and durability, tough 17” tires, triple-crown suspension fork, hydraulic disc brakes with locks, 10-gauge spokes, alloy chain guide
Integrated headlight and two tail lights with blinking turn signal mode, chirp horn, traditional reflectors, and optional side mirrors for improved safety
Adjustable seat height and handlebar angle for improved fit, onboard quick-charger with retractable cord, easy-access swappable battery box under tilt-up bed, plastic fenders and chain guide, minimum two order quantity
Wellgo B087 Forged Aluminum Platform with Reflectors, CrMo Axle
Headset:
Motorcycle Grade Ball Bearings
Stem:
Fork Mounted
Handlebar:
Custom Formed Aluminum Alloy, 860 mm Width, 190 mm Rise
Brake Details:
CFX Floating Hydraulic Motorcycle Disc, 180 mm Rotors, Four-Finger Levers with Parking Brake Lock and Cutoff Switch
Grips:
Flat Rubber, Full Grip Twist on Right
Saddle:
Velo Plush with Lifting Handle
Seat Post:
Promax, Aluminum Alloy
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
27.2 mm
Rims:
Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, Heavy Duty Motorcycle Rims, 45 mm Width, 36 Hole
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 10 Gauge, Silver with Nipples
Tire Brand:
Kenda DOT 7YXW, 17" x 2.5"
Wheel Sizes:
17 in (43.18cm)
Tire Details:
33 PSI
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Plastic Fenders with Mud Flaps (80 mm Width), Integrated Spanninga Axendo 60 LED Headlight, Two Integrated LED Backlights, Optional Flat Bed, Optional Pedicab Rickshaw, Optional Truck Bed, Optional Box Container, Optional SR Suntour NCX Seat Post Suspension, Optional RAM Torque Handlebar Phone Mount X
Rad Power Bikes Branded, Fixed, Adjustable-Angle, Backlit, Color LCD
Readouts:
Headlight Backlight Indicator, Battery Indicator (Percentage and 5-Bar Infographic), Speedometer, Pedal Assist Level (0-5), Motor Power Watts, Odometer, Trip Odometer, Clock
Display Accessories:
Independent Control Pads on Left and Right and Throttle On/Off Button on Right (Left Buttons: Lights, Left and Right Turn Signals, Horn, Right Buttons: Up, Mode, Down), Hold Up for Day or Night Mode, Hold Down to Activate Reverse, Hold Up and Down for Settings Menu, 5-Volt 1 Amp USB Type A Port at Base of Display
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The RadBurro is a street legal electric bicycle (meaning it does not require a license or insurance to operate in most states) that offers impressive utility and adaptability for use as a lightweight truck, food storage transporter, or people mover. Weighing in at 220 lbs to 260 lbs, depending on the bed option you choose, it’s capable of hauling up to 750 lbs of cargo including the driver. This three-wheeled bicycle is stable, low to the ground (thanks to 17” moped wheels), and feels very tough. The rims, spokes, suspension fork, and frame are all engineered more like a moped than a bicycle and the 750 watt motor has been geared to provide lots of torque and up to 20 mph top speeds while staying within the Class 2 legal framework. Some of the hardware and design choices that really stood out to me were the seven speed drivetrain, alloy chain guide (to prevent drops and keep pant legs clean), integrated fenders, and integrated LED lights. It’s feature complete, meaning it can function in all sorts of conditions and be safe without requiring you to add anything aftermarket, and priced at $5,500+, feels like a bargain. Rad Power Bikes has been expanding into Europe and Canada in 2018 and sells this product, along with all of their traditional models, to commercial entities with a two-item minimum. You still get their year long comprehensive warranty and benefit from a sizable support team.
Driving the bike is a canister style 750 watt motor that uses a 10x reduction gear to generate higher torque. It comes on smooth but feels very capable (I hauled a large load of beverages through Seattle without issue, while filming) and it’s not super loud. The video overview above has a shot towards the end where I actually show the motor in action. I love that it can be operated through the 12-magnet cadence sensor, so you can pedal to extend range and get a workout, as well as the power-on-demand twist throttle. Being able to switch through seven gears feels nice and allows you to hit higher top speeds or get home more efficiently if the battery runs completely out. I have seen some pedicabs that only have one gear and the rider has to stand up and really work… and eventually stall out on speed. The trade-off is that this drivetrain is a bit more complex and possibly less durable than a single speed, but the Altus derailleur and shorter chain should work alright and the derailleur is easy to reach with the bed tilted up. I absolutely love this tilt feature because it also exposes the controller box, battery box, and would make cleaning the bed much easier.
The battery pack on this bike is pretty intense, offering 48 volts and 52.5 amp hours (compared to 11.6 or 14 amp hours on most standard sized ebikes) it can assist from 40 to 80 miles depending on the terrain, cargo load, and rider input. Charging is easy with the onboard 25 amp system (a standard ebike charger is usually 2 to 4 amps) and the built-in retractable cord won’t get lost or broken the way a separated charger might. It’s amazing to think that in just 2.5 hours this ebike could be back on the road because I’m used to much smaller batteries taking 4 to 6 hours. Rad Power Bikes also sells a stand-alone charger, so the battery can be filled when off the bike, and the charger was designed to be able to replace the onboard charger if it were to ever break. And, for those who are really in a hurry, the battery box can be unplugged and swapped out easily for a fresh pack. Unplugging the pack takes a bit of reaching but the ports have spring covers which should keep them from getting damaged or wet, it feels industrial and well thought out. And for the driver, the large battery means that a bright color LCD, integrated lights, and even their own accessories can all be used without any separate accessories or adapters. Just below the display panel there’s a USB Type A port which offers 5 Volts at 1 Amp, and RPB sells a handlebar mount phone holder so you could use your phone for GPS. Of course, with great power comes great responsibility and the 180 mm hydraulic disc brakes performed very well. The left lever activates the single front brake while the right activates both rear brakes. And, because the brakes are hydraulic, they are easier to activate and the two rear brakes apply pressure more evenly. Note the extra long levers which have brake latches to secure the trike when parked. I had to use two hands when locking the bike this way but it stayed put once I did so, even on slanted ground.
Activating this utility bike is a two-step process. There’s an override breaker switch in the back that must be turned to on before the display can be activated through the control pad up front. This is a good safety measure, which could reduce tampering, but takes some extra time to do. I hopped on a couple of times without remembering to turn the trike on and then had to get off and walk back. Part of me wanted a keyed ignition up front for this first step, just to be more convenient. Once it’s on, the control pad on the left will turn on the lights and activate the left or right turn signals. Press once to turn them on and then again to turn them off. I wouldn’t mind a chirp for the turn signals and frankly, I would like to have brighter rear lights with yellow turn signals vs. the simple blinking action. The headlight is aimable and fairly bright, but it’s mounted to the suspension bridge vs. the handlebar or headset, which means it could bounce. It’s also just plastic and seems less industrial than some of the other parts. Same thing with the fenders, they offer good coverage but are just plastic (which is probably fine because they will snap back into place if bumped vs. rattle like Aluminum or get scratched and rust like Steel). So the display panel itself can be explored by clicking the up and down buttons on the right side button pad. This allows you to go from zero to 1-5 pedal assist for more speed and power. The higher resolution 12-magnet cadence sensor doesn’t measure how hard you push, just that you’re pedaling. This is nice for such a large and heavy vehicle because it means that the rider can get some exercise but not strain themselves excessively. And both brake levers do have motor inhibitors so you won’t ever be fighting the motor when stopping, even if you keep moving the pedals. Overall, the cockpit is functional and the display is easy to read and navigate, despite being a bit more complex than the other RPB products. The display is not removable but can be angled a bit to reduce glare. Same thing with the high-rise bars, you can loosen the mount and tip them forward or back to increase or decrease reach and that should make riding more comfortable for tall and short people.
I realize the video review for this ebike was more of an overview than a critique or review but I have done my best to record all of the specs and post-ride insights here. The RadBurro was one of the only utility trikes I have ever ridden and I came away feeling impressed and excited. The guys showed me how each attachment bed could be used for different activities like food delivery, cargo hauling, or people moving and it inspired me to think how we might see this sort of thing delivering mail or getting people around congested city neighborhoods more quietly and efficiently in the future. I would probably apply some of my own reflective stickers to the sides and back of this trike if I were planning to use it around cars, and there seems to be a lot of branding potential on the back and sides of the rickshaw, but the orange paint already stands out a bit. We got a lot of positive attention and interest when riding the bike around Seattle and I felt comfortable pedaling and sitting in the back. If I were planning to ride long distances, I would probably opt for the suspension seat post component upgrade and as a passenger in the back, it can get a little bumpy when the road isn’t super smooth. I haven’t ridden in the back of many pedicabs so I cannot say whether it’s better or worse… but the seat is padded on the bottom and back. There’s even a cargo box under the seat, so the owner might bring blankets or extra seat pads and a first aid kit or second battery pack in there. It’s a cool product to be sure, something very unique and well thought out. I have seen DIY converted electric pedicabs but to have one this nice, that could double as a truck or food truck, is pretty fantastic. Big thanks to Rad Power Bikes for partnering with me on this post and providing all of the different bed options to explore. I’m sorry we didn’t show the inside of the food box. It was neat to see all of their more traditional electric bicycles alongside the RadBurro and to consider how this and the RadWagon might work in unison for large and small cargo/people transport since it works with the Yepp! child seats and can be setup with a pad and handle for a second passenger.
Pros:
I’m not super experienced with pedicabs and lightweight utility electric vehicles and e-bikes, but this thing seems relatively affordable given the industrial parts upgrades and many useful configurations, it’s much cheaper than a golf cart or gas powered mini-truck
The fact that you can swap the flat bed for an enclosed truck bed or get an insulated food box or use it as a pedicab people-mover is very neat, the platform is versatile and adaptable
The fenders worked well on wet streets, I stayed fairly dry under the pedicab awning and I love that it has integrated lights and turn signals
The drivetrain is a seven-speed Shimano Altus (a step up from entry level) which worked well enough, and the chain wasn’t as long as I thought, I love that the chainring has an alloy guide to reduce drops and keep the driver’s pants clean
The motor is definitely audible but produces a soft whirring noise that did not bother me, it’s impressively capable when climbing and can hit 20 mph with a bit of runway, the 10 to 1 gear reduction works very well to produce power while maintaining a legal 750 watt motor (to be classified as a Class 2 electric bike which does not require a license)
I love that Rad Power Bikes offers a seat post suspension upgrade because it would make a big difference for the driver if riding long distances
The display panel provides lots of options and settings so fleet managers can limit top speed and power output, I like that it also has a USB Type A port so you could charge a smartphone and use it for GPS (and they also sell a decent smartphone handlebar mount holder)
The onboard main battery charger is a 52 Amp design vs. most standard electric bikes that use just 2 Amp or 4 Amp, it can fill the battery pack in just ~2.5 hours or you can hot-swap a fresh battery for situations where time is limited
Rad Power Bikes uses Samsung 35E Lithium-ion cells which are a more premium higher energy density cell (saving space and weight)
The bike comes with a one year comprehensive warranty and Rad Power Bikes is now operating in Europe and Canada as well as the USA with a full time support staff (they are one of the fastest growing electric bike companies in the USA)
The range is estimated between 40 and 80 miles depending on the cargo load, if you use pedal assist and actively switch gears, the range can be very good but it’s nice to have throttle on demand too, and I really appreciate the throttle on/off switch
The base unit weighs 220 lbs, which is light for something like this, and can fit within a standard bike lane, so it feels comfortable riding on the side of most streets, the steel frame is stiff and sturdy but also provides some vibration dampening quality vs. Aluminum alloy, I like that they made it a mid-step vs. high-step so that the driver can get on more easily
I was super excited to see that they managed to squeeze in a bottle cage mounting point on the downtube so the driver can stay hydrated!
The throttle is a full-grip twisty style that’s more like a motorcycle, it’s much easier to use with gloved hands than a half-grip twister
There’s a primary on/off switch that can be activated or de-activated before the control pad up front will work, this switch is hidden under the bed and can be used to prevent tampering, I believe that the battery box locks in with a key for security here as well
Cons:
I think the utility beds have some reflective stickers but I’d love to see more of that on the pedicab option (and would probably add my own aftermarket), the tail lights could be brighter and the headlight may bounce since it’s mounted to the suspension fork bridge vs. handlebar
Rad Power Bikes is selling the RadBurro with a minimum order quantity stipulation, so you need to purchase at least two or they won’t sell it to you
I love that this thing has a suspension fork for the driver but found that the pedicab rear seat could get uncomfortable when traveling over large bumps, the seat is padded, it’s just a little rough when the tires are fully inflated and that may be due in part to the smaller wheel diameter (I’m not sure it’s much different than other pedicabs)
The brakes are heavy-duty and work well for stopping heavy loads but require a bit more hand strength to lock in (for the parking brake), I think this is not unique to the RadBurro compared to similar light EV’s but I had to use two hands to lock them
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Good call… though I think they only sell this bike two at a time and are focused on businesses vs. end users. Perhaps they will begin direct to consumer at some point and maybe add some rain upgrades? Thanks for your thoughts Ben :)
I’ve seen aftermarket wind faring parts, and even some velomobiles with full plastic covers and windshields. Check out the Organic Transit Elf products :D
moss
7 years ago
Good to see this company evolving in the right direction. was one of their early customers with RadRover and Radwagon… they are still doing their thing.
Awesome! I take it that your RadRover and RadWagon are performing well and you’ve been happy with the service and support of Rad? Yeah, it’s neat to see the evolution and introduction of new ebikes like the RadMini, RadCity models and now this commercial platform, very cool :D
Court, in the specs listed above you have the width as 34.25″, but in the video Mike mentions it’s about a meter wide (39.37″). You might want to check into that and update as necessary.
Hmm, thanks Jon! I’ll double check this. Thanks for chiming in, I want to make sure this is correct for people who have a tight doorway or limited space ;)
UPDATE! I spoke with the folks at Rad Power Bikes and confirmed that the width is 44.5″ so I apologize for the incorrect shorter measurement. I have updated the specs so nobody else gets confused.
I see that the RadBurro is available in the US but not in Canada. Is it possible for a Canadian to purchase it online from your US site and have it shipped to a Canadian address?
Hi Pat, great question there… I’m not sure, but my guess is “where there’s a will, there’s a way” and you could hire someone to buy in Seattle and then cross over to Canada and ship from there? Might be worth contacting Rad Power Bikes directly to ask if they could ship one to their Vancouver headquarters and go straight out from there! Do report back with what you find, I’d love to know as well :D
In the detail photo of the rear derailleur, the cable is routed incorrectly (it should pass on the lower side of the clamp bolt) and the housing has a hell of a bend in it. I’m surprised you didn’t have trouble shifting.
Hi Jason, good insights! This was the first RadBurro product from RAD but I got to see and test ride their newer one on a recent trip. I think they have worked out some of the small quirks… and the cable routing issue may have been due to urgency or untrained staff last time. They usually bring me out as soon as new products are available because it takes some time to process and post. Perhaps in that instance, the product was so new that there were some assembly mistakes or something. Now that the product is over a year old, I think the experience would be even better. What caught your interest with the RadBurro? Are you thinking about buying one for a business or something?
Glad to hear it. Yes, we’re going to use the Burro for a university compost collection route among other things.
Ian Schwab
5 years ago
Has anyone actually ridden the RadBurro besides the reviewer for Electric Bike Review? They will not offer a test ride for reasons that the RadBurro is a “commercial product”. Any company that will not allow a test ride is lacking in vision. This product doesn’t only serve commercial markets. Individuals can find value from a product like this, but buying $6.5K of bike without a test ride is bad business. No offer of a waiver form or any other means to test ride the RadBurro is offered. They allow rides for all their other bikes via waivers. It is still a trike and thus the functionality and safety of it depends on how it rides.
Anyone? Rode it by just peddling through the 7 gears? Rode it and applied the motor?
Hi Ian, I got to ride their newer model recently (and we may film it in late July) but I didn’t know that they limited test rides. Bummer… maybe they are sold out or changing something about it? Perhaps it’s just tricky to offer test rides on a larger product? I’m not really sure, but I hope you get a chance to check it out at their Seattle headquarters someday if you’re thinking about buying one :)
Ben Martinez
7 years agoThis could be my next car IF Rad can come up with an enclosure / rain shield to keep the driver dry.
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoGood call… though I think they only sell this bike two at a time and are focused on businesses vs. end users. Perhaps they will begin direct to consumer at some point and maybe add some rain upgrades? Thanks for your thoughts Ben :)
ReplyDelta
6 years agoThat was my thought too after seeing this. A canopy/enclosure over the driver. I’ve see motos (motor bikes) that have this design.
Replycourt
6 years agoI’ve seen aftermarket wind faring parts, and even some velomobiles with full plastic covers and windshields. Check out the Organic Transit Elf products :D
moss
7 years agoGood to see this company evolving in the right direction. was one of their early customers with RadRover and Radwagon… they are still doing their thing.
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoAwesome! I take it that your RadRover and RadWagon are performing well and you’ve been happy with the service and support of Rad? Yeah, it’s neat to see the evolution and introduction of new ebikes like the RadMini, RadCity models and now this commercial platform, very cool :D
ReplyJon
7 years agoCourt, in the specs listed above you have the width as 34.25″, but in the video Mike mentions it’s about a meter wide (39.37″). You might want to check into that and update as necessary.
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHmm, thanks Jon! I’ll double check this. Thanks for chiming in, I want to make sure this is correct for people who have a tight doorway or limited space ;)
UPDATE! I spoke with the folks at Rad Power Bikes and confirmed that the width is 44.5″ so I apologize for the incorrect shorter measurement. I have updated the specs so nobody else gets confused.
ReplyPat G
6 years agoI see that the RadBurro is available in the US but not in Canada. Is it possible for a Canadian to purchase it online from your US site and have it shipped to a Canadian address?
ReplyCourt
6 years agoHi Pat, great question there… I’m not sure, but my guess is “where there’s a will, there’s a way” and you could hire someone to buy in Seattle and then cross over to Canada and ship from there? Might be worth contacting Rad Power Bikes directly to ask if they could ship one to their Vancouver headquarters and go straight out from there! Do report back with what you find, I’d love to know as well :D
ReplyJason Perry
6 years agoIn the detail photo of the rear derailleur, the cable is routed incorrectly (it should pass on the lower side of the clamp bolt) and the housing has a hell of a bend in it. I’m surprised you didn’t have trouble shifting.
ReplyCourt
6 years agoHi Jason, good insights! This was the first RadBurro product from RAD but I got to see and test ride their newer one on a recent trip. I think they have worked out some of the small quirks… and the cable routing issue may have been due to urgency or untrained staff last time. They usually bring me out as soon as new products are available because it takes some time to process and post. Perhaps in that instance, the product was so new that there were some assembly mistakes or something. Now that the product is over a year old, I think the experience would be even better. What caught your interest with the RadBurro? Are you thinking about buying one for a business or something?
ReplyJason Perry
6 years agoGlad to hear it. Yes, we’re going to use the Burro for a university compost collection route among other things.
Ian Schwab
5 years agoHas anyone actually ridden the RadBurro besides the reviewer for Electric Bike Review? They will not offer a test ride for reasons that the RadBurro is a “commercial product”. Any company that will not allow a test ride is lacking in vision. This product doesn’t only serve commercial markets. Individuals can find value from a product like this, but buying $6.5K of bike without a test ride is bad business. No offer of a waiver form or any other means to test ride the RadBurro is offered. They allow rides for all their other bikes via waivers. It is still a trike and thus the functionality and safety of it depends on how it rides.
ReplyAnyone? Rode it by just peddling through the 7 gears? Rode it and applied the motor?
Court
5 years agoHi Ian, I got to ride their newer model recently (and we may film it in late July) but I didn’t know that they limited test rides. Bummer… maybe they are sold out or changing something about it? Perhaps it’s just tricky to offer test rides on a larger product? I’m not really sure, but I hope you get a chance to check it out at their Seattle headquarters someday if you’re thinking about buying one :)
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