General Maintenance
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Semi-Integrated Battery Lock Core Replacement
The battery lock core for bikes with semi-integrated batteries can be replaced if you are instructed to do ...
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Semi-Integrated Battery Mount Replacement
The battery mount for bikes with semi-integrated batteries can be replaced if you are instructed to do so b...
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Rad UI Display and Rad UI Remote Replacement Guide
Follow this guide to replace the Rad UI Display or Rad UI Remote on your bike in the unlikely event either...
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Troubleshoot a Bike that Won’t Turn On (bikes with semi-integrated battery)
In the unlikely event that your bike will not turn on, this guide will help you troubleshoot the issue so t...
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Semi-Integrated Battery Q&A
The information in this article applies to the semi-integrated battery that comes with some ebikes (e.g., t...
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Hydraulic Brake Replacement Guide
Follow this guide to replace the hydraulic brake components on your bike in the unlikely event one or more ...
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How to Remove a Stripped or Stuck Bolt
This article outlines some tips and tricks to remove a bolt that is stuck (with an undamaged head) or strip...
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Bottom Bracket Cleaning Guide
The bottom bracket is the part of the frame located directly between the left and right cranks. The bottom ...
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Battery Tray Replacement Guide
The battery tray is where the battery locks onto the frame. The battery tray delivers power from the batter...
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PAS Sensor Replacement Guide
The PAS sensor can be replaced if instructed to do so by Rad Power Bikes Product Support. Watch the video a...
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How to Seat a Tire Bead
The tire bead is the edge of the tire that makes contact with the rim (shown below). The tire bead should a...
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Pedal Assist System (PAS) Troubleshooting Guide
All ebikes by Rad Power Bikes are equipped with a pedal assist system (PAS) that puts the power of the moto...
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Crank Replacement Guide
In the unlikely event the cranks on your bike are damaged or non-functioning, they can be replaced using th...
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Handlebar Twist Test Guide
This article will show you (or your bike mechanic) how to test for adequate stem clamp tightness with a han...
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Pedal Assist (PAS) Sensor Magnet Ring Replacement Guide
When the Pedal Assist Level is set to greater than 0 and a rider is pedaling, a magnet ring near the bottom...
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Troubleshoot a Bike that Won't Turn On (bikes with external battery)
In the unlikely event that your bike won't turn on, this guide will help troubleshoot the issue so you can ...
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Brake Rotor Replacement Guide
The brake rotor is a metal disc affixed to each wheel hub that runs in between the brake pads in the brake ...
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PAS Sensor and Mounting Bracket Replacement Guide
The pedal assist (PAS) sensor is designed to be replaced in the unlikely event it is damaged or determined ...
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Basic Bike & Chain Cleaning Guide
As with all bikes, ebikes require regular cleaning to keep the drivetrain working well and to extend the li...
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Loose Brakes Adjustment Guide
You can find an updated version of this article by clicking here. Ride Rad!
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Shifter Replacement Guide
The shifter can be replaced in the unlikely event it is damaged or determined to be non-functional by Rad P...
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Brake Lever Replacement Guide
Follow this guide to replace a brake lever on your bike in the unlikely event it becomes damaged or determi...
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Throttle Replacement Guide
The throttle, when engaged by being twisted toward the rider, uses power assistance from the motor to prope...
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Changing a Flat
We have worked hard to provide Rad riders with high quality puncture resistant tires. Any bike tire, includ...
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Error 21 Troubleshooting Guide
An Error 21 on the LCD display often indicates a problem with the power going from the battery to the contr...
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Error 22 Troubleshooting Guide
An Error 22 on the LCD display often indicates a throttle issue. On an LED display, Pedal Assist Level "1" ...
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Error 23 Troubleshooting Guide
An Error 23 on the LCD display often indicates a problem with the motor phase wires. On an LED display, Ped...
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Error 24 Troubleshooting Guide
An Error 24 code on an LCD display often indicates a motor hall fault. On an LED display, Pedal Assist Leve...
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Error 25 Troubleshooting Guide
An Error 25 code on an LCD display often indicates a brake switch fault. On an LED display, the Pedal Assis...
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Front Wheel Removal Guide
All of our models have a front wheel that is easy to remove - without any tools! This helps make maintenanc...