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Messages - wlfarrell

#1
RadCity / Re: Soft rear brake on new RadCity 5+
April 12, 2022, 11:15:00 AM
In shop now, waiting for new caliper from Rad.  Original caliper had small leak in piston that engages the pads.  I never saw any fluid, but repair shop found it.  Rad has a replacement, downside is it may take 2 weeks or more to get it shipped. :-\
#2
I bought the Thule Easyfold XT for my new RadCity 5+.  Works well, easy to mount to hitch and easy to load bike(s).  Rated at 130 lbs for two bikes, so can accommodate two RadCity's with their batteries removed.  Also, the hitch bike connectors are very flexible for  variety of frames.  I didn't need the adapter.
#3
RadCity / Soft rear brake on new RadCity 5+
April 11, 2022, 08:28:20 AM
Anyone else having issues with the rear hydraulic brake on their RadCity 5+?  Mine has been soft since delivery, not really contributing to any stopping power except when standing still.  Have it in a shop now, after Rad agreed to pay to service it, but I'm afraid the real issue is the brake is undersized for the bike's weight, especially with me on it.  I am 6'1" and weigh about 200 lbs.  Never had a problem with rear brakes (mechanical) on my Rad Mission, or on my road bike (Canondale.)
#5
Anyone else having issues with the rear hydraulic brake on their RadCity 5+?  Mine has been soft since delivery, not really contributing to any stopping power except when standing still.  Have it in a shop now, after Rad agreed to pay to service it, but I'm afraid the real issue is the brake is undersized for the bike's weight, especially with me on it.  I am 6'1" and weigh about 200 lbs.  Never had a problem with rear brakes (mechanical) on my Rad Mission, or on my road bike (Canondale.)
#6
RadCity / USB Adapter
January 10, 2022, 04:42:13 AM
Anyone else been waiting for the USB adapter to be available from Rad?  Anyone know of any after market substitutes?
#7
RadCity / Re: Rear Basket
January 10, 2022, 04:38:44 AM
I bought the Topeake rear rack adapter (the metal one, found on Amazon) and then I can switch between my Topeake bag or the Topeake rear basket.  Works perfectly.
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