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What I learned from buying and riding my first e-bike
E-bikes are popping up in cities all over the world, and they’re great for outdoor activity and transportation. CNET’s Logan Moy bought and rode his first one, the RadRunner from Rad Power Bikes. He brings you along throughout the process to share what he learned. Electric bikes compared: How to buy the best e-bike: The…
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Logan Moy
June 3, 2020 at 8:05 pm
Thanks for watching!
Update: since finishing this video, I’m now dealing with a flat rear tire! Still determining the parts I need to order, and how to change it myself. But what do you think? Should I make a video about it?
18matts
June 4, 2020 at 11:33 pm
@Logan Moy bike shop>>>>>>>car shop anyday. What do you ride???
18matts
June 4, 2020 at 11:36 pm
@Logan Moy edit my bad lol I didn’t notice you were the video creator. I’m jealous of that rad!!! I have a ancheer 350w(dyu f1) and ancheer 16inch. Wife and I take them out and we make it home. Over 250 miles so far so good!!! If I get the rad I’m getting the extra seat because that is a insane package. Two person bike for less than 1500. That’s a better deal than a used car now
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 11:58 pm
@18matts Nice! That’s a pretty good deal! And if you can use them to replace your car, even better!
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 11:58 pm
@ElectricBikeReview.com Thanks! Great chatting e-bikes with you. Hope it’s not the last! 🙂
private joker
June 5, 2020 at 12:31 am
first thing I done on getting my ebike was put tyre slime in to help with puncture protection and sealing.
gbird5000
June 5, 2020 at 5:47 pm
Logan Moy have you looked into velofix as an option to get work done on your flat tire? For anyone not in the know, they are a mobile bike shop that comes to your house to do maintenance. Very convenient.
Logan Moy
June 5, 2020 at 6:19 pm
@gbird5000 Very cool! I do like my local bike shop a lot though, so if I find I can’t fix it myself, I’ll probably take it to them.
Jimmy Wijaya
June 5, 2020 at 10:30 pm
I wish tesla get into ebike business
richard avery
June 5, 2020 at 10:35 pm
@Gregory Burkhead . I ordered the mini myself . Waiting on delivery .
skycrapsglider
June 5, 2020 at 11:46 pm
No
Mr22fezz
June 6, 2020 at 2:54 pm
Ok
Grace Cookie
June 7, 2020 at 2:58 pm
Pro tip slim your tires
McNalls
June 7, 2020 at 4:56 pm
Put slime in the tyres
Greg Doyle
June 7, 2020 at 10:21 pm
Go ahead and film the repair. Dealing with the hub drive power connection, derailleur and disk brake alignment would make for some interesting lessons. Good luck!
Kevin
June 4, 2020 at 5:05 am
A lot of complaining about how big and heavy the bike is. How about stop being lazy and get a lighter bike to get your exercise in.
Nu1Aus
June 4, 2020 at 5:16 am
Dude it looks like a ladies bike
Uchiha Itachi
June 4, 2020 at 5:51 am
How much does this bike cost? didnt even know they exist
Tom Polychronis
June 4, 2020 at 7:59 am
Rad Runner is $1100, I own one and they are great! Quality is great and you can accessorize it all you want!
Tom Polychronis
June 4, 2020 at 8:08 am
Excellent review! I’ve had a Rad Runner for 6 mos now and am commuting to work while getting tons of fun exercise!
sherri moquin
June 4, 2020 at 7:47 pm
You meant to say months instead not mos
Oliver's Toys
June 4, 2020 at 9:14 am
Nope electric scooter, e bike too freaking heavy and bulky
spence fleetwood
June 4, 2020 at 9:43 am
This is just an advert for the bike
VAMobMember
June 4, 2020 at 10:32 am
Top speed? Run time? Range? All without peddling.
Alan Neves
June 4, 2020 at 11:07 am
I LOVE when he says that it’s hard not to have a smile on your face when you first ride it. I have had my MATE electric bikes for a year and a half and I still say the same thing. It’s hard NOT to smile when riding an electric bike!
Kenz300 x
June 4, 2020 at 12:34 pm
Bicycles make life and cities better.
Ebikes are bringing older adults back to cycling. Hills are so much easier.
Bicycles are healthy exercise, fossil fuels free transportation and great for social distancing.
Cities need to do more to encourage people to ride bicycles to work, school or for fun.
Every child should be able to ride a bicycle to school safely on protected bike lanes.
Henry Carter
June 4, 2020 at 1:26 pm
I bought an e-bike back in 2010 and I am still riding it today. The smile is still there after all these years, it maybe even a little bigger now than it was before. Have fun and enjoy your ride!
kp
June 4, 2020 at 2:09 pm
Thanks a lot! Exactly what I been thinking about!
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 3:29 pm
kp awesome! Hopefully this video helps convince you like other YT videos convinced me. 😀
trollsRtrix
June 4, 2020 at 2:50 pm
F U! STOP sign 3:50
Nareach Rith
June 4, 2020 at 3:08 pm
How about Vanmoof?
Vikram Saini
June 4, 2020 at 3:11 pm
Great video, Nicely put together. Really “rad” shot of that Dassault Rafale or Saab Gripen??? Thanks for creating this rundown!
Chris Hunte
June 4, 2020 at 3:16 pm
Enjoyed the review….I’ve been looking at the Super73 bikes.
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 3:24 pm
Chris Hunte Thanks! And same. If/when I upgrade, definitely taking a closer look at them!
Gregory Burkhead
June 4, 2020 at 4:16 pm
Nice video
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 5:32 pm
Thanks Gregory!
Danny Danny
June 4, 2020 at 5:01 pm
Annnnd Weeeeeee! 😀
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 5:32 pm
My thoughts exactly! 🙂
ArthursHD
June 4, 2020 at 5:59 pm
MagicPie 🙂
Vincent Borja
June 4, 2020 at 6:03 pm
Giving out reasons why you should have gone for the smaller bike and already contemplating about upgrading soon sounds like buyer’s remorse to me.
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 6:57 pm
I disagree. I’m really enjoying the bike more than I expected, and just having minor regrets about features I prioritized not knowing how much I’d ride it. If anything, I have buyer’s FOMO!
Tauqeer Shaikh
June 4, 2020 at 7:30 pm
It is more like a bike review then deciding a e-bike.
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 8:19 pm
I was aiming to make a video for anyone considering buying an e-bike in general to give an idea of what to expect from buying decisions, to assembly, to early lessons learned after riding it for a bit. Hope it was helpful!
Aaron Berlin
June 4, 2020 at 7:41 pm
Probably should have gone with the mini if fitting the bike in your car was a big deal. Hopefully that’s not a bid problem! The Radrunner seems great.
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 8:17 pm
Definitely my thinking. I love the RadRunner, but didn’t know I’d love it enough to want to drive to more places. Rookie mistake. 🙂
sherri moquin
June 4, 2020 at 7:44 pm
I like electric bikes they are always fun especially electric scooters
William Saloka
June 4, 2020 at 9:47 pm
I have a tricked-out 2018 RadRover(looks more like an old-school motorcycle now) and I want to smile when I ride, but I know if I do people will think that I’m nuts. I’m smiling on the inside though…. love it!!
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 11:39 pm
Ha! I know that feeling. Don’t let anyone suppress your fun though!
Zak Smith
June 4, 2020 at 11:16 pm
wish you had taken more time to explain the assembly and how difficult or easy that was.
Logan Moy
June 4, 2020 at 11:37 pm
Thanks for the feedback. I actually did, but cut a lot of it to move the video along. Will keep those details in mind for the next one though!
Electric Bikes Of Corona Del Mar
June 5, 2020 at 2:25 am
Awesome Seeing The Court Man Rye, Get on some ebikes people!
Tim
June 5, 2020 at 4:00 am
You should measure the inside of your car and the bike. I have a Honda Fit hatchback. The back seats lift up. All I do is remove front tire and my bike fits nicely inside my car. I do not like bike racks it attracts thieves.
Logan Moy
June 5, 2020 at 4:30 am
Tim My wife drives a Honda Fit too. I’ll try taking the front tire off and see if that helps. Thanks!
Ham Syde
June 5, 2020 at 4:14 am
Building your own is also a viable option
Jamie Guzman
June 5, 2020 at 7:55 am
49 dislikes are from car drivers angry and overweight
appolospbvxr
June 5, 2020 at 12:39 pm
What about the very valid argument of these things being expensive and super easy to steal. You can’t go anywhere with them that doesn’t have safe storage and both ends otherwise they get nicked.
Logan Moy
June 5, 2020 at 1:46 pm
appolospbvxr Not that valid considering more non-electric bikes get stolen every year. Plus, e-bikes have the added security of needing a key to power on the battery, as well as being able to remove the battery on the specific one I bought. Always important to lock it up correctly though!
appolospbvxr
June 6, 2020 at 10:34 am
@Logan Moy Your counter argument is using bad logic, there are less stolen because there are less e-bikes sold versus conventional push bikes due to their extra cost and being fairly new. They are still easily picked up, chains cut and shoved in the back of a van (Same as motorbikes). A e-bike still has value as a frame even with the battery and key removed, you can retro fit another battery / starting mechanism. Most key systems can be bypassed with basic electronic skills, just look at the automotive industry for that proof.
Konam Ghanavi
June 5, 2020 at 4:44 pm
May I ask how tall are you and how much do you weigh? I’m curious about the range, they seem like excessively good numbers. Wondering if I’ll get the same as you once my Radrunner arrives!
Logan Moy
June 5, 2020 at 6:22 pm
Only if you share too so I can find out the answer to that interesting question! (6’1″ & 145 pounds)
Sternkrieger
June 5, 2020 at 7:14 pm
I’ll buy an e-Bike when pedaling becomes automatic and you get just jump on and steer.
Logan Moy
June 5, 2020 at 8:59 pm
You can do that with an e-bike. It’ll drain the battery faster, but there is a throttle.
Billy Crutchfield
June 5, 2020 at 10:00 pm
Loved Your Video , Thanks for Posting . I am 66 years old and just bought a Rad Rover Step Thru its on Back order until July but I am Sure it will be worth the wait 🙂
skycrapsglider
June 5, 2020 at 11:45 pm
I am an E-bike owner. At the end you arrived at the answer . Folding bike … but you didn’t know what you didn’t know .
Shafin Damani
June 6, 2020 at 1:37 am
This is great. I purchased my radmini a month ago after going through my own extensive research. I don’t regret it. It’s a great bike, comfortable, little heavy but gets me around town!!
dan ray
June 6, 2020 at 2:34 am
Didnt hear any talk about pricing, pretty cool bike tho.
CinePost
June 6, 2020 at 3:30 am
Dumb not to buy the folder…. plenty of good and cheap folding bikes you could have got. You let Court talk you into buying a Rad….
Eric Potter
June 6, 2020 at 8:50 am
Just the better display is worth the cost of the mini, not mention it would fit in your car. Oh well….
Bob Huerta
June 7, 2020 at 11:16 pm
People don’t believe battery spent, non-recyclable materials globally could ever harm our water resources.
Kassab Ahmad
June 6, 2020 at 2:30 pm
Main thing about rad power bikes if you live in the city. Bumps will destroy your rad bike I used it to get to campus and by the end of the semester all the spokes and wheel were bent
Shanthan Busireddy
June 6, 2020 at 3:29 pm
Why your face closer to CAM ..? It’s not good
Logan Moy
June 6, 2020 at 4:43 pm
Shanthan Busireddy Try sitting back.
Casey Langsjoen
June 6, 2020 at 7:58 pm
How did he buy it if they’re sold out?
Stuart Hirsch
June 6, 2020 at 10:04 pm
I chose a Fuji e-traverse purchased from a local bike shop. I have ridden Fuji bikes for many years and still ride my Fuji supreme 18 speed which is almost 30 years old. I have turned my Fuji absolute into a 21 speed training bike. The traverse is a 21 speed that Fuji makes as a conventional version as well. The traverse is a crossover bike with front suspension and very comfortable seat. Ideal for city commuting, trail riding, and can be used for some mountain riding, provided the mountains aren’t too steep. The conventional version is about $750. The e-traverse is a 21 speed hub motor version. No throttle but if your used to a conventional 21 speed you will appreciate not using a throttle but having the extra gears. The things I don’t like about rear hub motors is the effect on balance and handling. But that’s the same with all rear hub motor bikes. Also look for hydralic disk brakes. Don’t buy an e-bike without them. I consider a front wheel hub drive too dangerous for me or my wife. So don’t think of a FWD conversion kit. My only problem with the Fuji e-traverse is that Ithink it’s underpowered for my likings but would be more than adaquite for urban commuting(unless you live in a very hilly city like SF) or moderate incline trail riding. Cost of the e-traverse is about $1500, or you can choose the conventional version if you want to save some dough, live on relatively flat terrain, and are in reasonable physical shape.
Robert Fontanosa
June 6, 2020 at 10:54 pm
Welcome to the PEV world! Bikes, scooters, skateboards, Onewheels, EUCs are all great vehicles. One of them will put a smile on your face for sure 🙂
SHAZOM
June 6, 2020 at 11:18 pm
To bad the rad bikes are ugly.
Sakiyeh Walker
June 6, 2020 at 11:26 pm
Awesome I was the same not sure but I ended up with a ecotric bike it’s very nice maybe later I may up grade 👍👏
blmkrdave
June 7, 2020 at 2:13 am
Beware, RadRunner rarely publish real customer reviews. I know, I’ve
submitted the following every week for six weeks…. and even gave them 4 stars.. ZZZZzzzz
We Bought two Radrunners and multiple accessories. We were surprised not any assembly
instructions. Instead watching multiple Youtube videos, that in a few
cases were not up to date or detailed enough. For instance, the video
explains handlebar assembly and makes no mention of the tiny black piece
of plastic in the hardware kit, by the time I guessed that in goes in
the goose neck hex bolt I had already misplaced the one for the first
bike. I started by installing fender kits on both bikes, one bolt was so
tight that I actually stripped the allen wrench that was provided but
found another in my personal toolkit that worked. Second came the front
racks, these both came with a black light mount that’s screw hole was
too small to accommodate the screw. The video also shows you splitting
the cables around the rack, but this didn’t seem appropriate with what
we were provided and would make the Velcro case un-usable. I also
installed the back seat assembly and shields and another rack on one
without a hitch. Lastly came the $89ea pannier bags. Larger clips were
supplied for the Radrunner, but when removing one of the four clips one
encased nut kept rotating until I removed part of the bag assembly to
hold it. The entire project took me (a retired shipyard worker) about
five hours.
Our first ride! The bikes showed four lights on the
handlebar monitor, so I assumed they were fully charged. We rode about a
mile and returned, then I loaded up my 70lbs grandson and went two
miles down the road. On the next mile the gauge dropped to two lights
and the bike started to roll to a stop. I shut the bike off and walked 2
miles while I called my wife to bring me her battery. Before she
arrived, I turned the bike back on (four lights) and it worked. When she
arrived, she took the grandson and gave me the battery. Subsequently I
rode the bike about 4 miles (solo) back home using the pedals some to
maintain my 15mph. Finally exchanged batteries and took the grandkid for
another mile-long ride. The batteries have been charging since we left
the beach, so it will be interesting see how they hold up after a real
charge. BTW I weigh in at 225 and on all flat surfaces I’m considering
buying a spare battery, but I’ll make up my mind after my next ride
(next month).
Chris B
June 7, 2020 at 2:55 am
Interesting video. I have a Rad City and I love it. I’ve been commuting on it for the last six months and I’ve put over 1400 miles on it. Oddly enough, the derailleur hanger was bent when mine arrive and Rad hooked me up just like they did you with a new derailleur, hanger and reimbursement for the repair at the bike shop. They make great products and I recommend them to anyone.
D Grailz
June 7, 2020 at 3:44 am
Buying an ebike is the hardest decision you will make this month! Facts!!! There’s so many different options!
Jazz marcel
June 7, 2020 at 8:03 am
Yeah, but wait until you need to carry kids Then, you will be glad you got that model!😂👊🏽
Logan Moy
June 7, 2020 at 2:08 pm
Jazz marcel great point. Although, then I lose my office to store the bike. 😅
Henry Coggins
June 7, 2020 at 12:44 pm
Excellent video! You described every decision I had to make prior to deciding on a RadRover and a Radrunner for my wife. No regrets! I have almost 700 miles on my Rover and I haven’t even gotten out of town to a trail yet! We’ve both had hip replacements and the ebike allows us to exercise and stay outside more. Not to mention it kept me sane during the two months I stayed home from work during the Covid
lockdown. I still got plenty of exercise and kept away from people.
pinoykayaker
June 7, 2020 at 2:29 pm
Got me back to biking.
jose rosario
June 7, 2020 at 8:18 pm
Did you ever tried first.. I’m going to say it… The Chinese bikes… Yes! I said it ok… You can buy two w that type of money….
Amy Anderson
June 7, 2020 at 9:28 pm
I agree that spending a bit more on the ebike is the way to go. you will notice the difference dollar per dollar that you spend on top of the cheapest one. you can find some cheap haibikes out there and there is no better than haibike in my opinion.
Forever Misguided
June 7, 2020 at 11:03 pm
Better to convert your own bike