Rad Rover Upgrade Kit -- RESULTS -- WORTH IT?

[@Area13ebikes]

Thanks for the review! The simple install method discovered is to use the stock straps from the stock controller - just use some longer bolts with nuts and goes right on. :)

[@pariah206]

Have you heard anything about the longevity of the hub motors using this controller?

[@williamhoag7181]

What is the length of the bolts that you used?

[@DTWNBADBOY]

@@williamhoag7181 1/1/2 inch 6/32 size

[@CraigNiel]

@@danimayb You don't have to run it at full capacity, just change the setting so it's not full.

[@bradkilgour2123]

@@CraigNiel so your saying it will burn the motor out at full capacity?

[@RLowVaughn1]

My suggestion, I've installed 2 of these controllers, is to use the bracket that comes stock on the bike. The tabs on the controller are too thin so at Lowes/Home Depot they have short 4' lengths of aluminum bar stock, get the half-inch wide bar. Then head to their nuts and bolts section and find some ms-80 (I believe that's the number) bolts at two and a half inches long and corresponding nylon threaded bolts. Cut the bar to span the 2 mounting holes on the new controller then use the stock bracket to mark the holes on the aluminum bar. Mount it up normal but run the two bolts through the bracket, the controller, then the bar, tighten it down and it is secure. You have to loosen the bolts to twist it by hand. It's simple, inexpensive, no special tools, looks like the factory did it and the parts are easy to find.

[@gguthary1]

I installed this on my 2020 RadRover 5 and couldn't be happier. I have a 14 mile commute with a 600 foot elevation change and have done it with full cruise control (you need to review that feature) with only one notch off the battery. Great upgrade even with the undersized stock motor. Honestly I wouldn't buy a RadRover without planning on this upgrade.

[@iambigd]

Where did you get it? Thanks

[@gguthary1]

@@iambigd boltonebikes.com

[@WHITELIONNYC]

1) great review 2) I like that extra segment from installation. Those issues are VERY important. 3) When you showed the controller I was thinking to myself, that doesn't look waterproof, how can I make it almost waterproof but also way to keep it cool? 4) RESPECT for not promoting the companies and not providing links. This is perhaps first review I have watched that I truly feel it's an uncompromised objective review. 4) I STRONGLY suggest getting a graphic designer to make you: logo (one 2D, one 3D) with transparent background in .png format; same but animated short clips to use as as intro and outro. OR if you don't want to spend money on that you can find FREE generic templates online where you can choose all sorts of styles and change text to your channel name. THIS will GREATLY INCREASE the value of your BRAND and production quality of your videos. Best of luck!!! 🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

I bought a Rover back in 2019. Last year added the Bolton controller update (in 2022 now "Area 13 e-bikes"). The kit includes the controller and the necessary display. A month later I upgraded the BATTERY. Bottom Line First: Controller upgrade - Worth it, totally! Battery upgrade: Worth it: totally! With the controller and battery upgrades my bike is a speed demon. Its "top end" is about 30 mph, acceleration is not about 30% faster. As in this video, listening to the acceleration pitch one can HEAR the difference in power and acceleration; IOW it even sounds faster. Bonus Tip: Area 13 on its website tells you which Rad bikes the controller upgrade will function. AFAIK (and remember) it works on many different year Rad Power bikes, and a number different model Rad bikes. Check his list. Anyway, I agree with everything CC says. Some Tips: - Yes, those cables are a hassle to deal with. Tip regarding the cable connectors: Like CC did, turn your handlebar anti-clockwise (as if making a left turn). This gives the cables slightly more play, which you need to pull the cable couplers/connectors that are inside the down tube. - On mounting the controller to the bike: I placed a piece of soft foam between the seat tube and the back of the controller, to prevent metal against metal. To fasten the controller I used two thick zip ties (which Bolton actually recommends). Area 13 also provides on its website "recommended settings" you make on the new display (included in the box). Bonus Tip: Area 13 (at that time "Bolton e-bikes") has KZbin how-to install videos for the Rad Rover controller upgrade, and separately for his battery upgrade. In the controller upgrade video he provides the settings there too. end

[@bianson]

Bought a similar kit from another company and I fully agree the performance upgrade has been incredible and worth every dollar! I accepted the fact that I was going to see diminished battery life and yes...that was the case/ My commute is mostly flat and about 20.5 KM round trip. Typically I get home with either 2 bars of 4 or even a single bar, depending on throttle usage. I plug in it to charge every night so it hasn't been an issue. I am wanting a little more range now so have purchased the 52 Volt 17.5AH and will install this weekend.

[@iambigd]

Did you upgrade the battery only or the controller and dash as well?

[@CitizenCycle925]

yes, that 35amp controller has been worth every penny!! i am adding 52v 17.5 battery as well!!!

[@iambigd]

@@CitizenCycle925 where are you buying this stuff? I want to do this to mine.

[@hokanut]

RadPower Upgrade kit 35a controller and new color LCD8H. Plug and play for 2016-2018 Radrover bikes. 2019 will also work, but it does not have a tail light output. A future version will be available late 2019 that does have this feature. Taken from Bolton web site. $200 Looks pretty cool.

[@bradkilgour2123]

One of the better videos on this item, thanks for taking the time to put it together.

[@fritzie1968]

Thanks for your honest evaluation of this. I like the side by side comparison video clips. Very helpful information. Well done.

[@packdesk]

Add a solid metal plate behind the Control Unit with matching mounting holes to the "U" bolt requirements to preclude bending the Control Unit.

[@robertshinazy3055]

Thanks bud. Good info. I enjoy watching your KZbin videos good info. Still doing my research on purchasing my first e-bike but yours the rad Rover 5 looks pretty good to me 👍

[@EbikeEscape]

Super helpful, definitely sharing it with others on the forum!

[@Jlomb436]

Dude, fellow motorcycle rider and recently bought a Rad Power bike and I'm constantly feeling for turn signals on it! Bought the kit and waiting for it to arrive. Thanks so much for the super helpful review and data man.

[@Zomby_Woof]

For mounting brackets, I'd look to suppliers of high end wifi gear, or security camera. Both make extensive use of pole mounts and have a variety of brackets. Generally speaking I would never drill into a frame tube unless I had no choice. Maybe the Rad frames are heavy enough to withstand drilling holes, but I wouldn't do it. I'm kind of surprised that the Rad frames don't already have braze-ons for exactly that purpose. You can get a frame shop to add braze-ons for $50-60 per pair. But if you don't want to go that route, just check the type of sources I mentioned. Or just Google "pole mount bracket."

[@bigbusa1]

Thanks a lot for a completely unbiased review. We'd love to hear about the range ...stock versus the upgrade please.

[@paulgriech5799]

Great review man I just bought a roadrunner I live in central Pennsylvania so I’m a little nervous about the hills in my area. I bookmarked this controller just in case I need the added boost.

[@rjs6215]

Awesome vid bud 😎! Been scouring the internet for the information in your vid. Couldn’t believe the controllers been around over a year and not one practical KZbin review until your video!!! If you didn’t do it I was going to when I get mine. Bolton should swing you something for this vid because it sold me on the upgrade. I am climbing some gnarly hills in Northern Arizona with my Rover and think this will help immensely. Anway, a buddy and I been trouble shooting mounting options and he said Bolton’s demonstration vid was asking to snap drill bits which is what happened to you, and like you said, I’m not buying the damn nutsert tool because this will be it’s only use. I thought of the self tappers but my friend thinks we just drill a hole through the entire tube and put a bolt through the hole thing... any way great vid!!!! Thanks again 👍💪

[@CitizenCycle925]

Check out Amazon, there are waterproof controller mounting boxes with mounting brackets available. Wish I would have used one of those.

[@rjs6215]

Well it’s in and almost identical to the way you installed it. Only difference was I pulled the back tire and that was a pain in the butt itself. You are right, this upgrade is not for someone who just wants to slap it on the machine and be done with it. Definitely takes some monkeying around and a fair amount of trouble shooting. Your vid def. helped it to go smoother for me. Thanks for that 👍

[@Summitperry]

You can make a nut setter. Search on KZbin. All you need is the blind nut a bolt and nut.

[@JimmyB463DP]

That’s a dramatic increase in performance! But I am real interested in battery range. Hope you do some follow up videos to answer some of your “unknowns” in the future. Also, I was worried when you said you used sheet metal screws, they tend to wallow out from vibrations. But using the Velcro was a smart move, if nothing more than vibration dampening. 👍🏻 You got a sub from me!

[@CitizenCycle925]

Thanks!

[@yupsure]

Nice review, I have it for my 2017 Rad Rover. But you forgot to mention the cruise control 🤣🤣👍

[@williamsaloka9043]

Good vid., lots of good info. Presented very well!! Love my RadRover and think I'll go for this kit.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gunther1955]

I convinced my wife that I needed the Radrover to rehab my new artificial knee 3 years ago. I just put the 35 amp controller upgrade on my 2017 that now has well over thousand miles on it. I mostly use it for 18 mi round trip grocery hauler. My bike feels rite spritely now vs this works fine. Its like the difference between a standard 4 cylinder Subaru and the sleeper 3.6R 6 cylinder-more stuff happens when you twist the throttle. I'm just about ready for my 1st new set of brake pads but now have a legit reason to drop the $ for plug and play hydraulic brakes and new tires. I live in a bunch of hills in Maine and regularly do 30+ mi on original battery. Just got a second battery cuz the bars aren't open now where I could charge up the battery while grabbing bbq or pizza or tacos or burgers or lobster or you get the idea..... No more battery anxiety-especially with 35 amps. I'm not babying it and figure if the motor burns up I'll pick up the drop in Bolton 1kw motor and move along. Its great there is someone like Kyle designing plug and play upgrades for an already capable bike you can get at a reasonable buy in and upgrade as you like. I'd definitely buy a Rad again- actually did just get step thru Radrover for my rather petite (at least in Maine) wife and she loves it. I like my 2017 fine but 2020 has fenders I pd $160 (they are retro stylish tho) for and a usable front and rear lite. It appears to be even better built and have a bit better finish as well when they are side by side. Bolton also has bikes equipped the way I want my next new bike including the upgrades at good prices- especially when u look at the quality components he uses.

[@expomm]

I own a 2018 RadRover for commute and sometimes touring, I am considering to upgrade to a mid drive 1000W, not sure if this is possible keeping g the battery and wiring, hope to see this upgrade in the future. Thanks for the video!

[@badandylaoc]

Thanks for the comprehensive vid! Ordered mine for the radwagon.

[@pariah206]

Do you have kids by any chance? Would you do a video of acceleration with this mod with an almost 300lb load?

[@Ematuresco]

how is the controller for the Radwagon, does it help with hills ?

[@armytribe8471]

Is it still serving you well? Do you have a better idea of the impact it has on range. Thanks! Great review btw

[@tormenter338]

I hope you used locktight on the threads of your self threaders. And next time let us know if the controller, or motor gets hot when your using lots of power.. Thanks for the update! I'm hoping it fits my new Rad5..

[@57twilli]

Great install job! Not sure I have the skills or patience. Dramatic difference no doubt. I only have 25 miles on mine but I did buy the same mirrors you recommended and damn the look nice. Added the factory fenders. subscribed....so I will be following to see what you think after some use. thanks for the great videos.

[@CitizenCycle925]

I did post a couple videos since the install. So far so good. Thanks for the sub. 👍 Also I learned later you can buy controller mounting boxes on Amazon that would have made it much easier.

[@DanielLopes-jt8yl]

Thanks for doing all this man it really let’s us know what we get for the money. Looking to hear on the longevity and yeah range is a factor for me. Good looking out much Karma, again thanks!

[@jonw4595]

i think you did a great job. a decent improvement for sure. wonder if there's a kit that will let you hit 40mph, that would be slick.

[@CitizenCycle925]

i just swapped in an aftermarket Bafang 750w motor and i am switching to a 52v battery shortly, we'll see what that gets me.

[@jonw4595]

@@CitizenCycle925 looking forward to that review. good job again.

[@neilrogersrogers6313]

I'm waiting on a new controller for my Cyrusher which is similar to a Radrover. You can buy waterproof boxes for the controller on Amazon. They come with all the fixtures to attach to the bike.

[@CitizenCycle925]

I did not know that.I'm going to check that out. Thanks!

[@kevinmooney7763]

What is it listed under on Amazon?

[@tivowillieb]

Awesome man, thanks! I would love to see the difference in range. Do let us know when you find out!

[@CitizenCycle925]

hoping to do range test very soon

[@kcjazz62]

You CAN keep your accumulated mileage (but requires some technical expertise & additional equipment/software). If you get another display (exact model), you can transfer ALL of the data & settings from the old one to the new one via the menus. It’s basically a master/slave setup. And, there are other functions that you didn’t bring up... like the cruise function (that I saw someone else mention), the motor temp function (for higher end motors), and some other deeply technical settings that most will never do. I can tell you that after the upgrade, I burned through a brand new set of tires in about half the miles of the old controller. If you install the new controller & leave the settings at factory default, you will like only get 100 miles out of new tires (if you’re lucky). Factory default settings is like a motorcycle! You will do wheelies & maybe leave a little scratch mark on the pavement! Enjoy everyone! Sir ~Jazz~

[@caiuscosades362]

If I get the controller and the upgraded battery but use the stock motor will I have to use different settings than you?

[@SantaCruzLocal]

Does this upgrade actually give the rad rover more power , for hauling gear ? In not interested in increasing speed , just power to haul camping gear up grades to camp site . Thank you

[@invaderzim5211]

That's an awesome upgrade. I have a different ebike but its already using the Bafang 750 hub motor. But like yours did, it stops accelerating at 26 mph. I was thinking of getting a new controller. Did the controller work with your original screen or did you have to get a new screen? I don't want to do crazy speed but 30-32 as an option would be a nice option.

[@CitizenCycle925]

i had to get a new screen, wouldn't work with the stock one. the new screen (LCD8H) is much better anyway.

[@PhotoStrider]

Thanks for the great video, super good information....Bolton bikes is a class act 👍😀

[@thedeckerbrothers8995]

Great Video, thanks for sharing. I've got a 2018 Mini and I've heard the the results are even better with the smaller 20' tires. More Torque!! After seeing your video i would assume its going to take come clever engineering solutions to find a way to mount that huge controller on the mini frame.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Actually, I found out later that there are waterproof controller mounting boxes and brackets on Amazon. Wish I would have done that.

[@Trooper-kn7zi]

@@CitizenCycle925 The mini has a metal box built in on the bottom by the crank. Supposedly this works on a mini, but like Decker said, will have to see. I just got my kit for mine, will see what happens!

[@1TexasGamer]

Great video, I purchased a BINTELLI M1 FAT TIRE ELECTRIC BICYCLE. It seems like the frame is the same as your bike. I wonder if the kit will work on mine.

[@michaellondon5027]

I used your video and bought all the supplies to replicate mounting a 35a controller on a Radrover. It worked perfectly, UNTIL I went to raise my seat a week later. It would not move. Turns out the screw from the top mount controller flange went through BOTH the stem post AND the seat post. This locked the seat post in place! To solve the problem, I removed the screw and the seat post came free. The velcro and zip ties hold it pretty tight, so will probably just go with those. The only way I can imagine screwing the top mount to the stem post is if you hacksaw your seat post much shorter. Am I missing something? I also found it impossible to get the screw past the wires at the bottom of the controller. Even if I got it in the hole, with all those stiff wires in the way, how in the world could you get a wrench in their to turn the hex head of the screw? I am not complaining, as without you video I probably would not have been brae enough to try this upgrade - and I love the extra torque. Upgrading battery and motor are next on the plate. Any hints from things learned since making your video? THANKS, Micahel

[@CitizenCycle925]

funny you should mention the seat post issue. Took me a week or two but i also noticed that my seat was immobilized due to that screw. i dont really adjust my seat height often so i ended up just leaving it locked in place (at least no one can steal my seat hahaha) i think you are right, only way to leave that screw in place would be to hack off the seat post. the velcro an zip ties are probably adequate to hold it though. for the bottom bolt, i did manage to get a small socket wrench on it and turn it. i had the rear tire fully deflated for room to work. they do sell controller mounting boxes on amazon that might be another option for mounting it. best of luck with the upgrades!!!!

[@moses7778]

Any update on the longevity of this? Bike hasn’t set ablaze yet from the extra power? Any additional wear and tear that wasn’t anticipated? Awesome video, thank you!

[@CitizenCycle925]

I have done a couple videos post upgrade, no issues yet.

[@kinguvclubz1]

Thank you for this honest review. My wires just burned out on my 2018 right after my warranty expired. My friend got it for the 2017 model so guess I’ll invest for mines now.

[@davidmeinertdecrepidude]

I really wish someone would do this for Moscow+/Magnum Peak

[@daveboehne]

watched your video and got the upgrade! Thank you! Question: I put mine on a radrunner and the torque increased no doubt but top speed is still limited to 20mpg is there a hack to get it above?

[@jab0321]

Any issue with running this on your Radrunner? I'm thinking about getting this for my Radrunner. How is the PAS and does it seem to decrease the distance you are able to ride?

[@brandonerdman1086]

Did you find the answer? There is a pin on the main connection that you can cover with electrical tape to bypass the 20mph limiter

[@daveboehne]

@@brandonerdman1086 I heard the tape trick takes away the odometer function so I never tried it. Fun to know how many miles I have on the bike... The upgrade is more zippy off the line and has more torque for sure but my top end speed is the same and climbing hill capabilities are the same as well.

[@gregoryburkhead7813]

Can u use it for a radmini?.. cool video . Did u use the same battery and just changed the controller?

[@CitizenCycle925]

Only changed the controller, all plug and play. I think it works on some of mini's check the Bolton ebikes website.

[@JamesBondJB007]

👍🧡🚴‍♂️💨 Thanks for doing the video. It's not always easy as it looks

[@rwtrman]

Was this kit installed with the stock hub motor on the RadRover? I think any reduced range is due to having power at your beck and call. When I moved from a KLR 650 motorcycle to a Ninja 650 I could not help but accelerate faster, it's a rush and fun.

[@CitizenCycle925]

yes, i installed the controller with the stock hub motor, but later down the road i ended up changing the motor to an aftermarket one.

[@exor1238]

Where can i buy the upgraded controller + Display i do not see the link for it

[@chrisromero763]

Awesome upgrade, off side question. What type of phone case/ mount do you have for your Rad Rover ? Thanks in advance for the info👍

[@CitizenCycle925]

here you go! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWDCSIZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@bikemed74]

Does this decrease battery life? What size do you have the wheels set at? Okay, you just answered the first question. Thanks for the video.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Have the wheels set to 29 inches

[@svmoh]

Question: Is there a possibility in programming to limit the output power using PAS 5 to the common 750W, but using the throttle will give you max. power?

[@shawnsangha]

Hey bro. Upgraded my brother's RadRover with Bolton's kit. Worked well for a few months but now it shuts down when batt gets to 85-90%. Any advice would be massively appreciated. (They have not responded to calls or emails unfortunately)

[@michelfilion5482]

Thanks for sharing. I see this more as a down the road upgrade when the motor and the battery have lost a bit of their original power. It also probably voids any warranty that comes with a new Rover.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Yes I had my Rover for 2 years now. This thing must certainly void the warranty

[@WHITELIONNYC]

@@CitizenCycle925 only if you tell them. Make sure you keep all the stock components stored safely in a little storage container somewhere. Figured this out when I had trouble with my Dell XPS laptop. 🙂🙃🙂🙃🙂🙃🙂🙃

[@alicvel]

Hello!!! A beginner's question. I'm going to buy a Radrover but I can't decide between Radrover 5 and Step Thru. Please help!!! Which is more versatile? I would like to have a bike that performs well in the city and in the mountains. Is Step thru really much more comfortable than 5 ??

[@WHITELIONNYC]

Did you keep it at 750W or did you use the MAX of 1680W? - that will make huge difference for me. I actually want to buy it for the upgraded LCD display and also to REDUCE the WATTS to INCREASE the RANGE if that's possible. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@thebullseye2000]

Bolt it on the back rack if it has a flat metal platform I did.

[@End867]

Great reviews looking forward to seeing more

[@rickyn1135]

Bolton or someone with a 3-D printer to make brackets. I might have someone in mind t I suggest this too.

[@dennisthreadgill4495]

The new ones come with longer bolts to use the stock straps. What di you use for your P1 setting?

[@dennisthreadgill4495]

New = delivered May 6, 2020

[@SF-mx5xp]

Did you chage any settings or you went by what the recommended is on the Bolton website?

[@CitizenCycle925]

i followed recommended settings except for C5 which i set to 10 for max power.

[@cccheeks8819]

I own a 2020 RR5 with 150 miles on it. ONE Question, I know they were working on this, but the initial KIT didn't have a connection for the rear brake light, so you lost that functionality. Is YOUR kit the one that DOES HAVE the Brake Light Connection on the controller? Thanks!

[@CitizenCycle925]

I have a 2018 radrover my bike did not have a brake light. My kit did not have a brake light connection either. The new kits DO have a brake light plug though.

[@johnhoward7298]

Could You just weld a piece of plate onto the down tube , then bolt the controller to the plate ?

[@dustin1544]

Great video! Thanks for making it!

[@patrickw8302]

Fantastic !

[@francoespadaify]

great review thank you!

[@LexyTheEbikeQueen]

Oh You Are So Handsome With Or Without A Hat On I Love You IAM Your Biggest Fan ❤️

[@tonylively579]

Thanks for the video, Great info to share.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Thanks Tony, glad it was helpful.

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

You can buy nut cert kit at harbor freight

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

Nut cert harbor freight and half piece pvc for mount

[@paulastuart8796]

How about longer cable length so it could be mounted underneath the rear rack?

[@jonrossjan]

Paula Stuart that won’t work if you have the fenders like I have. Mine just arrived today for my 2019 Rover. Installation took 15 minutes. Long bolts with nuts were included. I used the old brackets. The torque makes my Rover a beast. Haven’t fully tested it as I did a basic test. I haven’t even gone through all the settings yet. It has a max top speed of 72kph (40 mph). I doubt I’ll be going that fast.

[@jayhernandez6812]

Where can you buy another seat in the back for another person for this rad rover 5 ?

[@raidersfan8251]

Is this upgrade plug and play for the radrover 5?

[@graycatgrayhat3404]

I didn't know Macaulay Culkin was in to ebikes.

[@braianmendoza60]

would strong velcro and zip ties do the job?

[@CitizenCycle925]

Yes that's how I have it attached now. Works just fine very secure

[@whatchuwant77]

I would have drilled a hole right through the tube and insert a longer bolt with a nut on the controller side.

[@dadathome274]

May I ask what cell phone mount you use, what seat you have, and what mirrors ?

[@CitizenCycle925]

phone: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWDCSIZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 seat: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MF8TO1P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Mirrors: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QDM5FH6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@RomanAntonian]

How did you get almost 30 mph speed? I bought the same kit and I have the same battery and motor!

[@CitizenCycle925]

The Road was flat leading into a decline. On perfectly level ground probably still only hit 24 ish mph

[@RomanAntonian]

CitizenCycle I have maximum on flat road 21.5 mph. And I have a RadRunner. Maybe it’s not actual 750w motor on my bike.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Check your settings in the display to make sure you have max speed turned up all the way

[@RomanAntonian]

CitizenCycle It’s set up at 72 km. And my throttle doesn’t work when the pedal assist in 0 mode.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Make sure P4 is set to 0 so the throttle works when not pedaling, and C5 is set to 10 to give full power.

[@monkeyhaters9258]

Does it where the battery down faster??

[@CitizenCycle925]

Honestly I haven't seen much decrease in range. Just because the power is there doesn't mean you have to use it.

[@-C.T.-]

SOOOOOO...$1500 bike and then a $200 control (plus time/labor to install.) Seems to me the easier method to follow would be to purchase something from say Juiced or M2S, etc and just get the extra speed and power right out of the box. ???

[@alderendon941]

My hyper scorpion is on the way I'm waiting for it!! 1000 Watts hub motor, not bad. I hope have it before f'$%k coronavirus hits me.🤪😬✌

[@franklott3427]

How many miles can get on a charge without assistance?

[@hokanut]

Depends on rider weight, terrain, wind....15-20ish.

[@WHITELIONNYC]

Is it possible to do a TORQUE TEST? 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@petebatfish1373]

Dude you look and sound like a younger long-haired version of Steve Buscemii for sure. Dead ringer doppelganger

[@CitizenCycle925]

hahaha

[@etmccally]

What brand is your seat?

[@CitizenCycle925]

bikeroo www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MF8TO1P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@jayhernandez6812]

What is the top speed for this radrover 5?

[@CitizenCycle925]

After my controller upgrade, top speed was still around 24mph on level ground. after battery upgrade to 52v and motor swap it will go 34mph on level ground

[@royduvall6411]

I put the 35 amp controller on but it will not power up has anyone had this problem with this controller?

[@CitizenCycle925]

Mine powered right up. Of course my first thought is triple check all of the connections, and make sure battery is keyed to the ON position. If that didn't work, I would switch out the menu buttons maybe you got a bad button. You could try plugging something in to the USB port on the display to see if it's getting power. That's all I can think of I suppose it could be a dud controller. Maybe someone else will have some better suggestions for you.

[@royduvall6411]

Thanks 4 the help! I checked the connections 3 times , thanks 4 the display power up checked that I even put the stock back on & it powers it up . Blessings 😁✌️

[@busterworley8418]

Might work doesn’t cost much fora tap

[@petebatfish1373]

HOW MUCH YOU WEIGH? HOW TALL?

[@CitizenCycle925]

6ft 1in. 170 lbs

[@petebatfish1373]

@@CitizenCycle925 I WEIGHT 230 SO I DEF. NEED THE UPGRADE FOR MY RAD RUNNER 1

[@EpicBearr]

im sure this mostlikely will burn out the motor faster specially since its closer to a 500w then 750w

[@CitizenCycle925]

Still working so far, I will keep everyone updated, thanks for the sub 😁

[@larry3051]

3d print out a bracket

[@timothyfrench9579]

Muffler clamps will mount that puppy.

[@frankstocker5475]

That's 1hr per hole you sure know how to do things.

[@ScotiaDroning]

Regardless of improvements. The bike is no longer street legal as an e-bike. It increases the amps...when multiplied by the volts you exceed 750 watts. They are designed to run at 15 amps x 48 volts = 750 watts. In Canada it's even worse...10 amps x 48 volts = 500 watts.

[@petebatfish1373]

im really worries about wwhetherits legal or not as i rub on one of those 250w stickers Bolton sells yep thanks for the public service announcement

[@petebatfish1373]

I read somewhere you tore the tag off your mattress back in 1986 too so .. jus saying

[@petebatfish1373]

one last .. cant resist THESE RAD BIKES ARE ALREADY OVER RATED. THEY ARE ACTUALLY 500W MOTORS WITH A 750 PEAK.

[@mikesmiley336]

Why would they push out a product that is ready for the market. Bad 👎👎

[@brentpolk2431]

RR screwed the pooch with this one...

[@IMBruceECLECTIC]

Still too slow....

[@IDDIAMADU]

Look like you are we n jail

[@jockyboy9606]

Great video.. I like my range so i am not putting my upgrade kit on whichi got last april 2019

[@ppdongstocking]

Jesus, your video is helpful but the whining??? Is your target crowd whiny millennial hipsters tired of working at a bank lol. On a side note, your installation looks fine

[@LexyTheEbikeQueen]

Oh You Are So Handsome With Or Without A Hat On I Love You IAM Your Biggest Fan ❤️