Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a serious facelift. | Image: Rad Power Bikes

Rad Power Bikes may be going through some turmoil in its upper ranks, but the e-bike company’s product team is still working hard to churn out new bikes. Today, Rad Power revealed its refreshed RadRunner lineup, with a slew of cool new features, including a new Class 3 model.

RadRunner is the company’s bestselling utility bike, with a sturdy frame and fat tires designed for heavy cargo loads and even a child’s seat. Now the lineup is getting some updated features, including enhanced weather protection, rear-facing radar detection, and a new digital key to added security.

But perhaps the most significant update is the introduction of the RadRunner Max, which is the reimagined RadRunner 3 and the lineup’s first Class 3 e-bike. That means it’s pedal-assist only, no throttle, with a maximum speed of 28 mph. It’s not Rad Power Bikes’ first Class 3 model, as the RadWagon 5, Radster Trail, and Radster Road were all engineered to easily toggle between Class 2 and 3.

Class 3 e-bikes are increasingly popular in the US, as the faster-than-normal speeds allow them to keep up with car traffic. But the line between bike and moped is getting blurrier, prompting some states to crack down on some of the heaviest and fastest bikes that are out there.

Rad Power says the RadRunner Max will utilize torque sensors to ensure power is doled out “instantly and intuitively.” And a new “Feather Pedal” feature mimics the smooth acceleration of a car. A new digital key will unlock the bike when the rider approaches it, much in the same way a digital key with ultrawide band technology would work with a car. The bike will include an eight-speed gear shifter and a new “RADar” sensor that notifies riders right in the display when a vehicle is approaching. And the RadRunner Max works with Apple’s Find My app, so riders can use their iPhone to locate a missing bike if needed. The battery supplies enough power for up to 65 miles of riding.

Those features will be missing from the entry-level RadRunner and RadRunner Plus, although there’s still plenty to like. All three bikes sport a 750W motor, hydraulic disc brakes, cadence sensors, and the company’s new fire-resistant SafeShield batteries. The base model RadRunner is single speed, while the Plus features a seven-speed gear shifter. And Rad Power says it’s bumping up the total payload capacity to 320 pounds, and extending the range to 55 miles on a single charge (depending on the power setting).

Rad Power is also launching the Range Extender for those who need a little more mileage out of their e-bike. The company has been promising a range extender since 2023, when the RadRunner lineup received its last refresh. And now the technology is finally ready for customers. It will be compatible with the RadRunner Plus, RadRunner Max, and RadRunner 3 Plus from the previous generation. With the extender, the RadRunner Plus can travel 125 miles on a single charge, while the RadRunner Max can get up to 150 miles.

The base model RadRunner will go on sale for $1,499, while the RadRunner Plus will sell for $1,799. Both bikes will be available starting today, April 30th. The RadRunner Max is available for preorder at $2,299, and will start shipping in early May. The Range Extender can be had for an extra $249, and is also available for preorder with shipments in early May. (The previous generation RadRunner are all on sale on Rad Power Bikes’ website for reduced prices.)

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