Electric cargo bikes are arguably one of the most useful types of e-bikes as they offer versatility and functionality. Xtracycle is one of the founding companies in the cargo bike market and have helped advocate and expand the market for them. Thanks to advances in electric motors and battery technology, Xtracycle now offers multiple electric bike options for carrying children or gear quickly and safely. In this review, we’ll specifically be looking at the RFA (“Ready For Anything”) model which is one of their more compact designs. The bike retails for $4999 and features an attractive chromoly steel frame with low stand over height. Power is provided by a Shimano EP8 drive unit with a downtube mounted 630 Wh battery for a 30-60 mile range.
The Xtracycle RFA model name is short for “ready for anything” as the bike combines a compact geometry with utility. In the standard utility mode, the bike is 73.4” inches long with ample space on the rear rack and an optional front rack. Xtracycle utilizes a sleek chromoly steel frame construction with a low stand over height with a top tube that is nearly parallel to the downtube. There is just enough space between the top tube and downtube for the removable 630Wh battery before the toptube angles upward and connects to the rear wheel axle. Thanks to this frame design, the RFA can easily accommodate a wide range of riders and is very approachable even to new cyclists. To support the extended length and 400lb weight capacity, the RFA also features a double rear triangle that braces the seat stay near the clamp and at the toptube junction.
Xtracycle only offers the bike in two color options: matte black and the glossy off-white shown in this review. A large Xtracycle logo is printed along the downtube along with some small RFA and “CA USA” printed on the seat stays. The bike comes quite well equipped from the factory with a large rear rack, aluminum fenders and a double kickstand. What sets the RFA apart from other cargo bikes is the customization aspect which allows you to mix-and-match different front and rear rack accessories to accommodate children or gear. The RFA also features 24” Alex wheels which makes the bike nimble and allows for more space for racks...
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00:00 Intro
00:10 Unboxing + Specs
01:58 Fit + Finish
06:21 On The Road
09:08 The Final Score
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8 июл 2024
