What do you think of the Updated RadWagon 5? How does it stack up against the competition that has emerged in the cargo ebike space? radpowerbikes.pxf.io/Wq1EMX Check out more specs on the RadWagon 5 here! Also if you do make a purchase after clicking our link, it is a free and easy way to help support us here at Ebike Escape. Thank you all so much for the support!
I am unsure! Feel like the lectric makes the most value and financial sense. But the rad brand and new features are tempting. A little worried about the recent issues and essentially a recall for spokes and drill holes. They’re addressing it but risking a pretty penny for a lemon… idk. Great vid!
I'd been waiting for your review as I knew you'd be riding it with kids in the back. I appreciate a reviewer that has the same use-case for the bike that I do.
That blue color is really nice. Our second ebike was a rad wagon 3. The lower center of gravity and the shocks would be a big improvement in ride. The other upgrades are pretty cool.
It’s nice that they’ve fixed a lot of the issues with the RW4, but having owned a RW4 I wouldn’t buy another one. Far too many issues, and Rad couldn’t provide (proprietary) replacement parts to fix it. Great video by the way!
Excellent review, and I have to say those are some significant changes. It looks a lot better too, especially in this color. Solid frame design, and from previous experience, I bet Rad has some hidden reinforcements inside the frame for extra strength. I like the brakes, tires, handlebars, and turn signals, and it's too bad Rad is resistant to people wanting to do safety upgrades to existing models. I was surprised that it made it up that hill on throttle only with three people aboard, and although Rad stays on the safe side of regulations concerning power, you can hold that throttle open for miles without overheating.
I would really love to know how this power feels compared to a Globe Haul. The ease of speed with the Globe Haul is an honest game changer and makes me think twice about taking my motorcycle.
@@Mediarahan003 so I test rode both of these bikes and wound up buying the Globe Haul. The RW5 is a big step up from the RW4 in power and smoothness (I rode them back to back). But the Globe Haul was just a level up in terms of power and refinement. Just felt like an all together better experience.
Just subscribed and love your videos! Looking forward to supporting your channel. Can I ask for your help in hearing if the rad wagon five is better than lectric xpedition? Deep diving research it sounds like the rad wagon five already has issues like the runningboards and the spoken slam it rear wheel screeching. I’m afraid to get a lemon when this is a huge purchase for my new family. Looking to take two toddlers on semi-hilly terrain with some gravel and bike paths in need of repair. Will the lectric hold up?
Hello Kevin. The benefit of buying from either Lectric or Rad is that they will not leave you hanging with something you can't ride. And will work to get it fixed. The RadWagon is a bit newer, sports some newer Rad Tech, and has a front fork. Something I wish my Lectric had. So if you have the budget, it is probably the better choice. However, if you need a bit more range, the dual batteries of the Lectric would be the better choice. Both bikes will handle gravel and bike paths with ease. It just goes down to the finer points and depends on what you specifically need.
@@EbikeEscape thank you for your insight. After additional research I’m committing to the lectric. Facebook groups Reddit RU-vid the buyers are extremely happy with the purchase. I can trust my budget but I think I could use the money elsewhere. Thanks again!
Agreed, and a little more space between the rack and fender would have allowed a slim second battery. However, I'm looking at the mounting points on the top tube of the bike, and that would make a nice mounting spot for a second battery.
A 500w hub motor on each wheel would work way better for cargo ebikes climbing hills and better handling etc. I don't know why these companies persist with just one 750w motor on a "Cargo Ebike"
@@EbikeEscape ....Pluses for the RW5 are the front shock, and battery location. Another fail are the smaller wheels which will make rough surface riding brutal.
