Essential EBike Accessories For Safety and Maintenance On My Rad Rover EBike!

[@TexCynRVLife]

Because I watched a previous video of yours, I bought the gloves while I anxiously awaited for the arrival of my ebike! The bike arrived, I already had my gear! Yay! Long story short & some ouchies, I hit a big rut on a gravel road. Went down with the bike. Was so glad I had a helmet & gloves on! I got pretty bruised up, am still styling the bruises. 🩹 But the helmet & gloves saved the event! My left hand is still sore, but my skin was saved. My left brow bone took a hit as did my head, but again, that helmet really saved me. I truly appreciate your vids! 👍👍

[@RussIsRight]

Sorry you got hurt, but glad that the helmet and gloves made it a bit less damaging. Heal up and ride safely.

[@TexCynRVLife]

@@RussIsRight Thank you. 🤗

[@gwhitcutt]

An excellent rundown, Russ. Not everything is a "must have", of course, but the folks that spend a good deal of time riding - particularly on long rides away from home - they can save themselves a lot of grief when inconvenient things like flat tires happen.

[@SolarizeYourLife]

If you do ride at night, you should also use rear (red or amber) blinkers on the side of bike, too...

[@eisvogel8099]

One of the best videos on the topic of accessoires for e-bikes! Thanks so much and I subscribed

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks!

[@jdgoesham5381]

I suggest Tannus wheel liners and don't forget one size smaller tubes when you install since the liners take up room inside the tire...Just buy the full set. It's like 120-130 for the 2 liner/tube setup and well worth it. Research yourself. If you want cheaper go with Slime or there's another I used that works well I just can't remember. Not fixaflat btw. Don't use that. Another thing I suggest is at least one GPS tracker. I hid 2 in my bike(they make accessories that are made to hide them like bells or reflectors). An Airtag and a Samsung Smart tag+ to hedge my bets. The Airtag only works if you one have an Apple device and ppl around your stolen bike need to have devices that run Apple Find my Device. I got one of each for under 100 and one I hid inside the bike and the other I have a bell that hides an Airtag. Another thing if you have a bike that's worth a lot I suggest insurance. It's typically 60-80 a year for good coverage. Mine through Oyster is 65 a year. But most big companies have ebike insurance now. IIRC for the same coverage was 75 from Geico. One thing I did since I have a security system already was add a small telephoto sec cam that points where I keep my bike. It's secure but if someone knows I'm not around and has time to get into my garage and a angle grinder they can steal it. I get a push notification and a link to the live feed of a very good angle of anyone coming up to my garage(you can only get to it from one direction because I have 2 nosy dogs that love to alert and chase ppl away that can get outside from the dog door anytime. It's another cheap addition. IIRC it was 35 to add to my setup. But you can use it stand alone if needed..All that are things you can slowly add to secure your expensive ebike. Mine was 3k plus I have close to 1k into it in upgrades. And like I'm sure many of you all who dropped even half that amount worry that someone can pick that up and walk off with it if they had the will and watched you enough and got a minute and some guts. Out of all that stuff the GPS tags then insurance are the best bang for your buck after normal things like good lock and what Russ mentions. A second backup cheap headlight is a good call if you ride at night a lot. I've had one die before and had to use my phone to ride home in the Vermont woods for 5 miles years back. I learned from that experience and you should too. 10 bucks for a cheap backup is worth it.

[@andrewmcalindon4800]

Really useful content Russ! Thanks and hoping my e-bike helps my knee as well.

[@shanebird3772]

Awesome list! Bought the mini air compressor and that thing is RAD! Helpful for car trips too.

[@Walkslowlylooking]

I agree totally. The little hand-powered pumps are OK for regular road bike tires, but those 26" x 4" tires take a LOT of hand pumping. So much better to have the rechargeable electric pump.

[@jeremymitchell995]

Great video and love your honesty.

[@beginning-reloading]

Hey Russ, recently came across your channel doing research on the Rad Rover 6+. I had an older model previously but sold it. I'm retired now and wanted to get back into riding again. As luck would have it, Rad is selling the 6+ for super cheap right now, I couldn't pass it up. So starting to get my amazon list together for accessories. Used all your links, so hope that helps when the time comes to buy. The only time I ever fell over was when I added a tall bag to the back rack. I couldn't swing my leg over it. Fell trying to get on and again when trying to get off. Took the bag off right away 🤣I found it helpful to stand on a concrete pad outside my garage to decrease the height a bit and then rolling on the throttle as I slung my leg over. Same thing when dismounting, I would swing my right leg back over while keeping my left foot on the pedal and then slowly coming to a stop. Great videos! 👍

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks. Be sure to click the link just before you order. Past clicking of the links will not help me out. Just an FYI. 😊

[@beginning-reloading]

@@RussIsRight Will do Russ. I usually clean all my cookies and browser data each time I log off. I'll come back and click here just before ordering to make sure. 👍

[@heinerschwutke8070]

Thank you for sharing all those tips and recommendations

[@alexinness]

Thank you, Russ, one of the most useful Videos I've watched. Helped me with stuff for my new Keplar.

[@RussIsRight]

😊

[@Thedoug369]

Instead of packing an extra innertube, get a product called Flat Out. You put in your tires and it you get a puncture it seals it immediately. Its awesome stuff, I run it in all my bikes and never had a flat ever since. Pepper spray? I carry a .40cal pistol for protection! Lol

[@mrgold3591]

I work commute on my Radrover and single track trail ride. I had several flats from road debris or wood spikes on limbs that put a up to a dime size hole in the tire and tube. Having a spare inner tube saved me from having to push the bike 5-10 miles or calling the spouse.

[@Morehills840]

Thank you for sharing, I got a lot of good ideas from that video.

[@RussIsRight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ChrisBFerguson]

You and I are thinking similar. I got rid of my quick release clamp for my seat post as well. I have mirrors and spare tubes as well. In fact, I think I have the same electric pump as you as well and same water bottle as well. Same type of alarm too.

[@RussIsRight]

Great! Better safe than sorry!

[@rickyn1135]

Bike alrm. Yes. We bought them for our work vehicles after our Catalytic converter was stolen and broken into. I also bought the loud Horn alrm. Great key fob with the horn alarm.

[@RussIsRight]

Alarms are important!

[@rickyn1135]

@@RussIsRight And just in case it gets borrowed without asking,get an Apple Air tag. $30 -+ $10 for air tag holders on Amazon. Very accurate. They have Similar for android devices too BTW. Best $30 Birthday gift.

[@davesanders9203]

The first "mod" I did to to my new E-bike was to replace the "quick release" seat clamp with a bolt on style. "They" steal your seat "for the fun of it" Stupid druggies! I'm still adding to my E-bike with stuff from my old bikes. AND lots more accessories. LOL!

[@RussIsRight]

Ha! I did the same thing on my first ebike!

[@johndisera5260]

Good job with your presentation and common sense purchases. You’ve got me thinking on what I still need to purchase for my Rad Rover 6 that’s sitting still crated in my garage. Keep your thoughts coming, and thank you for sharing! Sincerely…..jd

[@SukeshPhour]

The best video that I was looking for. Thanks a lot Russ you are the best.🎉

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks!

[@antonymcewan9987]

Nice! Bike $1700 Accessories priceless!

[@paulsscooter]

Great video, THANK YOU

[@robertteague6342]

One thing I carry with me that you did not mention is an air horn. It will scare off animals and will also get people’s attention possibly scare off potential robbers.

[@wadeviland8528]

Smith&Wesson

[@angierobbins3308]

Lol

[@bobk18]

Always be prepared. Pepper spray for the coyotes in the river valley for sure and bear spray for when I’m in the National Parks. I really like the Blackburn multi tools. They’re not cheap but good quality and pretty much have everything you need for the road.

[@coryhobbs5386]

I upgraded to armored foam lined tubes tannis brand foam is great !

[@johntamulonis4626]

Great list! Thanks for sharing.

[@littlethislittlethat456]

Thanks for this video. John from MI

[@yodaflyz]

I might look into mini air pumps. The foot pump my dad gave me works great but it also takes up most of the space in my panner bag. once I get the battery cord & all my tools in the bag there is barely any space left.

[@kb0to1mb]

Hi Russ - New DAV Vet 69 yrs old guy here - Great Video - AM at a Loss what to get as a DAVet - due to having a 9fusion back 2 years ago. and I have Bad NEUROPATHY in my legs and feet - so Driving a car will end up being no More. YUK! SO, I am trying to figure out what to buy - will have to make MODS like you did. SEAT!! Shocks!! PEDALS!! to start with. Just not sure what will happen physically riding and will it make for bad news for my back??? what a deal aye. I watched your 2500-mile video. DID you do a loop or it's a long way back again ride? Wow. Going to Subscribe to ur videos. See what I learn as to us Seniors. I live in Sierra Vista AZ and there loads of trails and Canyon dirt roads here. SO, I need power to go up some a factor. 4600 to 6000 on some - I bird watch so need to get out and need a bike I can put my gear on like you do. POWER!! Anyway - enuf said. I need to learn what I can for doing this as a Senior DAV guy. See what happens.

[@RussIsRight]

Look at the Magicycle Cruiser, Cruiser Pro or their Oscelot Pro. Discounts are in the description of the videos.

[@kb0to1mb]

@@RussIsRight THX Russ - watched all the videos - I like the Ocelot Pro w/extra battery - good deal I figure. Will look into the accessories you bought and recommended as well. Great Channel for us Old Guys. Keep up the good videos for us. 73s

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks!

[@daveweir6407]

Hey Russ. Good list. Do you pull a trailer to carry all that stuff? (Just kidding). My wife and I just got our ebikes. My top two criteria were price and weight. From the weight perspective I carry the tool kit that came with the bike. It has a multi tool that has hex wrenches and screw drivers plus a multi wrench. I think these two cover all the fasteners on the bike. To stop snatch and grab thieves, I have a bike lock made from thin stainless steel braiding. This thing coils up like a slinky and stretches to 3 ft. I also carry wire ties and the smallest Swiss Army knife made. The knife easily cuts the wire ties, but can be used for many other things. I need to get a small first aid kit. I don't carry any tire repair stuff thinking that we are never too far from civilization and I can use my cell to get out of trouble. I also need to find a properly sized container to strap these on the bike. I am guessing the entire package would be less than two pounds.

[@RussIsRight]

Cables are easily cut with bolt cutters unfortunately. But, better locking options add a lot of weight.

[@jamesgretsch4894]

I have that water bottle. I agree the insulation does nothing. Expect to drink warm water unless it's near freezing outside during your ride.

[@chidoboy818]

Enjoy Ross videos. Seems like a nice guy. Very helpful. Thanks.

[@ebikeengineer]

Agreed, I have a similar bottle and the mylar blanket that is built in helps minimally. What I prefer is my stainless double walled bottle, it keeps the drinks cold.

[@yumpinyiminy963]

Hi, E-Bikes showed up when I was surfing KZbin. Something I thought about when I was a teenager. I got 2 years on you. I am also doing PT after a 3 month stint in the hospital. I have issues with my left ankle / foot for 4 years now. I think this is a great idea to have some fun, exercise and get out of the house. For me just a dream. My foot will not make a full pedaling cycle. For all the stuff you put on that bike, you should have bought a Honda "Gold Wing". 😎😎Don't forget the goggles. 🐶

[@RMack-hv1kt]

Great video Russ R Mack

[@tommymontana1140]

Great video! Thanks 😊

[@paulsiwko-bajon8585]

Great videos and reviews! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences. Subscribed.

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks! I hope you will enjoy the videos! Ebike videos are on Monday, Thursday and Saturdays. Food reviews are on Tuesdays and Fridays and Knee Replacement videos are on Wednesday.

[@paulsiwko-bajon8585]

Sounds like a great schedule! I’ll be checking those eBike videos for sure. Waiting for mine to arrive in 4 weeks. Cheers!

[@TMANN498]

Excellent video, thank you!!

[@RussIsRight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bennyvessey1086]

Magicycle mirrors are a perfect solution

[@gabegillman2260]

you stayed so calm when that tractor almost hit you.... how did you set up your mike and everything oiut at that park

[@SanGoukhai]

All in All, worth the $

[@michaelb4512]

Sorry if i had this before but do you have a go to gps for directions for a ebike?Thankyou!

[@RussIsRight]

I just use Apple Maps.

[@michaelb4512]

I got android but thanks!

[@RussIsRight]

Try Google Maps but be sure to click on the bicycle option.

[@hexhead5732]

With all those tools your a mobile bike shop if My Ebike ever break down I hope you're around my area good Choice of tool 👍

[@RussIsRight]

Hahahaha! Yeah, I am a rolling bike shop it seems! :)

[@randylahey7343]

It’s funny, I was thinking the exact same thing. I bought my first ebike about a month ago.

[@vicklet6253]

You can go crazy having to order all these accessories. I can see you need some of these stuff.

[@RussIsRight]

It's a lot of stuff to get!

[@stewy4158]

We're the same I carry all The same things 👍👍ppl ask me why,so I tell them you would be surprised at how many people I've helped on the trails from fixing tubes to putting bandage on cuts when they wipe out lol

[@williammccaslin8527]

I just found your vid an channel, subbed you for more info. Thx

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks!

[@Rip1Outdoors]

few pennies headed your way my friend. I bought the Bikaroo saddle

[@RussIsRight]

Thanks!

[@rickyn1135]

To be fair,a lot of this stuff one needs on a regular bike and vehicle. Just think of All the monies we are saving on Car registration,smog,insurance,and license fees plus gas?!? I think someone calculated a month on a Rad cost $1. In Electricity. That’s a huge savings.

[@RussIsRight]

Nice!

[@edinelsonramirez5656]

"polar" just means it has double wall construction = less volume of liquid * many modern peddles can also use a hex wrench, no need for a special tool.

[@richkraft8709]

What brand are your riding gloves

[@RussIsRight]

Moreok. Got it on Amazon: amzn.to/3IPIL0Y

[@richkraft8709]

@@RussIsRight thanks

[@lisat9707]

I like everything you bought. EXCEPT. I would never skimp on a good helmet. MIPS or equivalent at minimum.

[@RussIsRight]

Here are two helmet reviews I just recently did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4irdKmpfNOUjpY and this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWnWg314lpWnmZo

[@johnlowry5311]

At the end you said your bike helped heal your knee. I was going to buy a Wired freedom bike today. I woke up this morning with my knee in a lot of pain. So I was thinking of holding off. If I may ask what was wrong with your knee

[@RussIsRight]

I had a total knee replacement. I use the bike to keep my knees moving. It was 2 years before I was able to ride a bike after the knee replacement. I was one of the worst in getting my knee back to functional. To date, I still have a weak knee and leg, but at least I can ride a bike. Can’t say too much about my ability to walk any amount of distance without my knees and hips hurting though.

[@mrgold3591]

I was having knee pain and even moved from our 2-story home to a 1 level because of the stairs. Purchased a Radrover back in 2016 just for low impact exercise. The more I rode the less knee pain I was having. Decided to work commute with the Radrover and put around 50-75 miles per week (occasional detours afterwork to ride different paved or the dirt trails on the way home). Knee pain was 100% gone and my conditioning greatly improved. Got lazy during the lockdown and only rode 5-10 miles at a time every few months. The knee pain started to come back. I now ride more often and that keeps the pain down (and conditioning up).

[@normanmerrill1241]

Thanks…helpful…no horn upgrade?

[@RussIsRight]

No

[@joealbano2694]

Great video. Just found your site a few days ago and I am delighted. I purchased my RadCity StepThru 3 in the spring and enjoy it very much. In one of your videos, you mentioned the thumb throttle adaptor you had made at your local library. Unfortunately, I can not find the link to the 3D printer file. Could you point me to the correct video as I don't see this item listed with your accessories? I am looking forward to viewing all your past videos and any future ones as they are made.

[@RussIsRight]

Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYGzc6qefLVghNU

[@ralphwilkinson1304]

Love all the videos!! I have purchased several items through your links here on this video and all are great items. Have several more to get yet. I noticed your mirrors in some videos were low and close to the handlebars and then I noticed on a video recently the mirrors appeared to have an extension raising them to a higher viewing position. I need to move my mirrors higher as well because all I see is my arm unless I lean over. I cannot find any extensions that would work with the clamp system of these mirrors. Can you tell me how you were able to raise your mirrors and the product you used? Any info would be zGREAT!!

[@RussIsRight]

That is how the Magicycle mirrors are! Many mention them but that is just the way they are made.

[@russellgraymiller636]

Can you recommend a top tube adapter for a Himiway Zebra step through?

[@RussIsRight]

Not sure what you are asking.

[@russellgraymiller636]

@@RussIsRight I mean a top tube adapter for the step through zebra to help with mounting on a bike rack. So the padded hooks of the rack have something to clamp down on. This is a bike rack for the car that has wheel seats and a post that holds the hold down hooks

[@RussIsRight]

The only one that I have seen comes from Hollywood Racks. I am not sure if it fits on other brands of racks though but I would imagine it would.

[@Trillville43]

You should've looked around on the brake calipers my xoom branded ones were $49.99 for front and back.

[@timnish420]

How did you attach the water bottle holder to the front rack? Zip ties?

[@RussIsRight]

Yes, zip ties. 👍

[@brentginastravelingadventures]

Nice video. So helpful! To what pressure do you keep your 4" tires inflated?

[@RussIsRight]

20 psi

[@wilddove57]

What kind of bell do you have? I’ve watched you ring it when passing someone and your hands don’t move???

[@RussIsRight]

O the Rad Rover 5, it has Tektro mechanical brake levers. There is a bell right by the left side of the brake lever. All I need to do is use my left index finger to ring it.

[@DavidBlatz-j1e]

Can’t find the list please help!

[@RussIsRight]

russisright.blogspot.com

[@wedgetarian]

My experience was VERY different… the fuse was NOT where this video indicated. I ended up cutting all of the blue and black wrap, and the fuse was not visible anywhere. If anyone has any suggestions for where I might find the fuse, I would be so very grateful. 👊

[@cherylnewell9912]

Darn we just bought two

[@RussIsRight]

🙁

[@TrumpWinsChristmas]

Great videos, would like to do what you do, but my video editing skills are subpar😮to nill,if you know a simple video editing software from Apple that an elderly caveman can operate. Please let me know. Thank you Russ, Grandpa’s Ebike.

[@RussIsRight]

Apple only makes two video editing programs, Apple iMovie and Apple Final Cut Pro X.

[@TrumpWinsChristmas]

@@RussIsRight Thanks.

[@bonniefourakre3900]

YOU SAID there was a list of your Accessories but I do not see could you post thanks

[@RussIsRight]

It is in the description of the video

[@RussIsRight]

Here it is again: eBike Accessories: Amazon Affiliate Links: Bern Bike Helmet - Brentwood 2.0 Helmet with MIPS - amzn.to/348M6GJ Zacro Bike Helmet: amzn.to/2Rc2UG5 Veeape Tire Inflator - Portable Air Compressor: amzn.to/3fXq0dG Extension for Handle Bar: amzn.to/3uzFYPM Phone Mount: amzn.to/3dKKUKx Bluetooth Speaker: amzn.to/3rZV6nM Left Side Mirror: amzn.to/3mrxCa1 Polar Insulated Water Bottle: amzn.to/3emGATv Bottle Cage: amzn.to/3ejwjHE Topeak CageMount Bicycle Water Bottle Cage Handlebar/Seatpost Mount: amzn.to/3nzJIhQ Kryptonite Chain and Lock: amzn.to/2Qeq2mN Fixed Seat Post Clamp: amzn.to/3d72klB Bikeroo Saddle (I got the Indoor Elastomer version): amzn.to/2SZvGv1 Inner Tube Slime: amzn.to/3uGS8WQ Portable Tire Pump: amzn.to/3tcaa2Q Rear Rack Pannier Bag: amzn.to/3usEGWV Bike Alarm with Remote: amzn.to/3opebiO Safety Vest: amzn.to/3uW9PlU Thin Cycling Gloves: amzn.to/3u1IU76 Finish Line - Dry Bike Lubricant (for Bike Chain): amzn.to/3pFVrfX Unit Pack Power Battery: 52 Volts, 20 Amps: amzn.to/3zyRIUT Anderson to XT-90 Cable: amzn.to/3fdWT5d XT-90 plugs (set of 5): amzn.to/3BE9Fn0 Bolton EBikes - Rad Cable: boltonebikes.com/collections/... Pepper Spray: amzn.to/2Y6iPtb Chest Strap Harness Mount for GoPro and Point & Shoot Cameras: amzn.to/3jHwCPe (10) Brake Cables (wire only... no cable housings): amzn.to/2XLMZ4K 4mm Park Tools Hex Wrench: amzn.to/3zGoW4p 5mm Park Tools Hex Wrench: amzn.to/3kFZGHm Entity Front and Rear Light Combo: www.bikesonline.com/entity-hl...

[@Misunderstoodboygenius]

Geese!

[@RussIsRight]

Yup!

[@Misunderstoodboygenius]

@@RussIsRight oh, and great ideas! I’ve already bought like 5 of those or equivalent in the last couple weeks. Rode my ebike for the first time on my 12 mile commute. 28° when I started!

[@halomoon8408]

2k bike and ended up spending another 2k more damn

[@Bc-th7wp]

pay same item twice ordered motor/wheel for hyperscopion. 550.00. package was left on public sidewalk without even a knock @ door. it was stolen. Juice offered a 30% discount on replacment. other large companys refund/replace (amazon/e bay). customer service is good @ juiced. But company is greedy. if item is ordered thru them I suggest you sit outside all day for delivery or YOU will be paying again.

[@skoffco]

You could’ve bought a motorcycle for what you have tied up in this E bike lol.

[@RussIsRight]

But you can't ride a motorcycle through the forest preserves and other areas. The ebike is best for that (even though some folks won't think you should be there... even though the law says you can!)

[@timothystys9938]

Sounds like your bike ended up being $3000

[@RussIsRight]

It wasn't cheap, that's for sure!

[@csicrawlspace]

Wow. “necessary”?