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Choosing the best ebike for your lifestyle

Rad Power Bikes has designed ebikes for every style of rider. Finding a bike that fits your lifestyle - as well as your body type - is important for making sure your ebike is safe and fun to ride.

Explore the headings below to learn about which bike we recommend for your lifestyle, and why.

Once you've figured out which bike is best, check out our Bike Fitting Guide to see how to measure proper bike fit.

The Best Ebike for Commuting

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You have places to be! You're a city dweller looking to avoid traffic and get to work without breaking a sweat. You're in the market for a trouble-free, everyday ride that's also great for tackling hills and exploring your local bike paths on the weekend.

We recommend:

RadCity

The RadCity lets you get across town like never before. You'll power over hills with ease, and you'll do it in style and comfort with a stock rear rack, fenders, and front suspension.

RadCity Step-Thru

The RadCity Step-Thru features a low-step frame design and less distance between you and the handlebar. With all the benefits of the RadCity, in a more approachable package, this is the true comfort cruiser you've been searching for.

RadMission

The RadMission provides a fun, streamlined ride that's on par with anything else in our lineup -- even if it doesn't have all the same bells and whistles. It's not just a high-quality starter ebike, it’s a high-quality ebike, period. 

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The Best Ebike for Exploring the Outdoors

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You can't get enough of the great outdoors. You want the best ebike for hills, rugged terrain, and all-around adventure. And, hey, it wouldn't hurt to have one that's also equipped for easy riding on paved streets too.

We recommend:

RadRover

With 4” fat tires and a reputation for stability, our flagship ebike is perfect for off-road adventures, weekend spins around the neighborhood, and everything in between. It’s no wonder it’s the best-selling electric fat bike in North America.

RadRover Step-Thru

With a lower standover height and less distance between you and the handlebar, the RadRover Step-Thru makes it easier than ever to get on and get going -- all without sacrificing the power, strength, and durability that made the RadRover famous.

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The Best Ebike for Carrying Cargo

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It doesn't matter if you're hauling kids across town or hauling hardware for a weekend project, you want an ebike that gets the job done. Dependability is a must and you won't rest until you find a stable, confident ride. Maybe it can even replace your car?

We recommend:

RadWagon

The RadWagon is the most affordable, feature-rich, and powerful electric cargo bike on the market and it has everything you need to get the job done -- and then some. With a full line of accessories, you can add seating for up to two passengers.

RadRunner

The RadRunner is designed to be a simple yet powerful ebike at an affordable price point. A total of 330 accessory combinations means this single-speed utility bike can be uniquely yours.

RadRunner Plus

A head-turning electric utility bike that comes fully-loaded with an all-new collection of upgrades and accessories. It’s built to help you take on any hill, explore roads less-traveled, and with a stylish single-person passenger package, you and a friend can put the “joy” in “joyride.”

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The Best Folding Ebike

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You have a lot of big plans for hitting the bike path every day, but only a little bit of space. Or maybe you're looking for an easy bike to bring along on road trips or RV expeditions. Either way, storage is key. 

We recommend:

RadExpand

The RadExpand 5 is the fifth generation of Rad’s folding ebikes. We refined our “best folding electric bike” award-winner into the RadExpand, weighing in nearly five pounds lighter and featuring fatter tires, adjustable handlebars for a custom fit, and an included rear rack - all at a more affordable price! Fold-out out to explore, and fold in to store in your vehicle, RV, apartment, or boat: adventures are yours for the taking. 

RadMini

Don't let the "mini" in its name fool you. Sure, the RadMini can quickly fold when you need some extra room, but this ebike packs quite a punch when you're ready for action and adventure. Power, convenience, and versatility make this rugged space-saver a truly unique addition to any collection. 

RadMini Step-Thru

The RadMini Step-Thru features our lowest standover height of any model. Add to that the adjustable handlebar stem and the most robust folding mechanism ever built, and you've got a remarkably accessible fat tire ebike.

The Best Ebike for Enhanced Mobility

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You're unstoppable! You love being on a bike, but you're not always a fan of getting on a bike. You want a high-performance ebike with a Step-Thru frame that makes it easy to get on and get going.

We recommend:

RadCity Step-Thru

With all the benefits of the RadCity, in a more approachable package, this is the true comfort cruiser you've been searching for.

RadExpand

We made it easier to store, lift, and fold your bike, delivering a model nearly five-pounds in weight reduction compared to its predecessor.

RadMini Step-Thru

The RadMini Step-Thru features our lowest standover height of any model.

RadRover Step-Thru

The RadRover Step-Thru makes it easier than ever to get on and get going -- all without sacrificing the power, strength, and durability that made the RadRover famous.

RadRunner

With a low center of gravity and a step-thru frame, the RadRunner is a meat-and-potatoes approach to urban rides.

RadRunner Plus

With a 7-speed drive train, you can have added confidence when you tackle any hill.

RadMission Mid-Step

With all the benefits of the RadMission, the RadMission Mid-Step has a frame designed to accommodate a wide range of riders.

The Best Ebike for Weekend Rides

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There's nothing like capping off a long week (or even a long weekday ... ) with a long ride. You're looking for fresh-air and sunshine, whether that's around the neighborhood or off the beaten path.

We recommend:

RadRover

Perfect for off-road adventures, weekend spins around the cul-de-sac, and everything in between.

RadRover Step-Thru

It’s a low-step electric fat bike with a tough, durable frame that makes it easier than ever to get on and go.

RadRunner

With a low center of gravity and a step-thru frame, the RadRunner is a meat-and-potatoes approach to urban rides.

RadRunner Plus

It’s an irresistible combination of performance and panache.

RadMission

The RadMission is just plain fun, thanks to a smooth, zippy ride feel and its remarkable ability to conquer hills. Plus, as a single-speed bike, it's low maintenance. 

RadExpand

We added nearly an inch of tire width to enhance multi-terrain rides.

RadMini

With its compact folding design, its powerful 750W motor, and rugged tires, the RadMini can handle city streets and rough terrain with ease.

RadMini Step-Thru

Highlighting it as "approachable and comfortable," Electric Bike Review praised our low-step commuter bike as "ready for all sorts of ride conditions."

The Best Ebike for Delivery

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Want to get your side hustle on? You'll need an ebike that makes delivery a breeze, one that can finally let you say goodbye to idling in traffic or hunting for a parking space.

We recommend: 

RadRunner

It's an affordable way to speed up your deliveries!

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