Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus
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Regular folding frame, Stone Tan, 15Ah 720Wh Safe Shield Advanced External battery; U.S. offering.
At a glance
- $1,899 USD — manufacturer advertised bicycle price.
- 720 Wh — manufacturer battery-capacity claim.
- In stock — observed availability for the selected offer.
Specifications and useful limits
| Specification | Value and scope | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Rated motor power | 750 W Manufacturer-rated power; maker says actual power to ground is under 750 W. | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Torque | 47.2 lb-ft (64 N·m) | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Battery capacity | 720 Wh Marketed maximum capacity (15Ah); manual sample label distinguishes rated 47.19V/14.4Ah from maximum 48V/15Ah. Not a measured usable-energy claim. | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Up-to range claim | 60 mi (97 km) | Calculated from cited claims [1] |
| Maximum assisted speed | 20 mph (32.2 km/h) Class 2 maximum; class switchable 1/2. | Calculated from cited claims [1] |
| Rider and cargo limit | 315 lb (143 kg) maximum rider separately 225 lb. | Calculated from cited claims [1] |
| Bike weight | 72.5 lb (33 kg) Manufacturer metric geometry weight, with battery; Base bike. | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Recommended minimum rider height | 4 ft 9.9 in (147 cm) | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Recommended maximum rider height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) | Manufacturer claim [1] |
| Nominal wheel size | 20 in | Manufacturer claim [1] |
Not established in this record: Measured range for this exact configuration.
Price and availability
$1,899 USD is the advertised bicycle price for this selected offer. The selected manufacturer offer was available when checked. [1]
Configuration details that matter
- The maker advertises a maximum 720 Wh capacity. The manual’s sample battery label distinguishes rated 47.19 V/14.4 Ah from maximum 48 V/15 Ah; these are specification figures, not measured usable energy.
- The current maker specifies 72.5 lb with the battery. Electric Bike Report weighed its review sample at 73.8 lb.
- Maximum rider weight is 225 lb. The 315 lb total payload includes the rider, cargo and accessories; the rear rack limit is 59 lb. Keep every load within both the total and individual limits.
- The maker and US manual both limit the rider to 225 lb; the review table’s 315 lb rider figure matches the total payload instead. The current maker’s range estimate is 20–60 miles.
Recall and service checks
CPSC’s battery warning names RP-1304, RAD-S1304Y and HL-RP-S1304 packs. The notice includes Rad’s statement excluding Safe Shield batteries from that warning; the selected offering is listed with a 15 Ah Safe Shield pack. Check the actual battery label, especially if a pack has been replaced.
[4] Check the individual bicycle and battery identifiers against the current notice and dealer records before purchase.
Independent reading
- Electric Bike Report: Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus review (2025-01-01) — Hands-on review reports 73.8 lb with battery versus maker 72.5 lb; its 315 lb rider limit contradicts the maker/manual 225 lb rider limit. Maker limit controls. Editorial independence: unknown.
Sources and method
Manufacturer claims and converted values are identified in the table. This is a specification record; our research policy explains the verification method.
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About this illustration
These AI-assisted illustrations are stylized views based on the linked manufacturer images. They are not product photographs, fit or installation instructions, or evidence that every accessory shown is included in a current offer. Verify the exact configuration and included items with the manufacturer. Product specifications and review dates come from the separate dated record.
Illustration source images
- Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus: manufacturer product page · source photo
