expired
Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail Electric Bike (Large, Copper Red)
$799
$2,199
63% off
+ Free Shippingat Best Buy
Missed This Deal? Get alerts when similar deals are posted.
+ Free Shippingat Best BuyDeal Details
Best Buy has Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail E-Bike (Large, Copper Red) on sale for $799. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.
Thanks to Community Member slickjews for sharing this deal.
Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Specs:
Thanks to Community Member slickjews for sharing this deal.
Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Specs:
- Product Weight: 78 lb
- Maximum Operating Range: 65 miles
- Maximum Speed: 28 mph
- Motor Power (Nominal): 750W
- Throttle Control Mechanism: Half twist, Pedal assist
Editor's Notes
Written by Nate650 | Staff- Please see the original post for additional details & give the wiki and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
- Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Best Buy has Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail E-Bike (Large, Copper Red) on sale for $799. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.
Thanks to Community Member slickjews for sharing this deal.
Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Specs:
Thanks to Community Member slickjews for sharing this deal.
Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Specs:
- Product Weight: 78 lb
- Maximum Operating Range: 65 miles
- Maximum Speed: 28 mph
- Motor Power (Nominal): 750W
- Throttle Control Mechanism: Half twist, Pedal assist
Editor's Notes
Written by Nate650 | Staff- Please see the original post for additional details & give the wiki and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
- Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
Community Voting
Deal
Score
+40
Good Deal
Bad Deal
Top Comments
then i think if you use bank of america card for 3% back on internet purchases on paypal it would take it down to roughly $620
Community Reviews
The Radster Trail Large stands out as a heavy but polished e bike with strong value at the sale price, especially when the PayPal offer drops it to around $640. It fits riders about 5 foot 7 to 6 foot 4 with a 27 to 35 inch inseam, and the large red frame is the version on sale. The bike is praised for solid components, smooth rides, and easy assembly with good video guidance. Main cautions are its weight, rear hub motor maintenance hassle, final sale status, and ongoing Rad support and battery safety concerns.
people planning to use PayPal "Pay in 4" to lower the effective price because multiple commenters said the 20% offer can be applied with PayPal (including at Best Buy) and that it brought the bike to around ~$640 (plus tax).
taller riders shopping for the Radster Trail Large because the fit guidance shared for the Large lists a height range of 5'7"-6'4" and an inseam range of 27"-35".
DIY-mechanics and tinkerers who are comfortable troubleshooting and fixing small issues because commenters said the bike is "easy to work on" with an openable cover for wiring and that parts can be sourced/replaced via Amazon/eBay.
buyers who want an e-bike they can potentially resell because one commenter said "It's a Rad" and that it can be sold on Facebook Marketplace for more than the deal price.
riders who don't have a way to handle a very heavy bike because commenters repeatedly noted the bike is "very, very, very heavy" and that you may need a strong bike rack and careful handling during delivery/transport.
buyers who want long-term brand support and easy parts availability because multiple commenters cautioned that Rad's future support is uncertain (including bankruptcy/going-out-of-business concerns) and that you could be stuck if parts/models aren't supported later.
buyers who need an easy return path because a commenter warned Best Buy's return policy for this bike is "Final Sale" and "Cannot be returned."
people who rely on rear-tube swaps without tools or support because commenters said rear-mounted motors make rear tube changes a "PITA" and recommend a bike stand to avoid damaging the rear derailleur.
California shoppers who need it to be legal for their local rules because one commenter warned it "will be illegal in California" under new laws if it's a Class 3 with a throttle.
Common Questions (6)
AI-generated summary based on comments from the community. Updated ago
Join The Conversation
Share your experience with the Slickdeals community
Share information with the community. Please follow our Community Guidelines and be kind!
100 Comments
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
This is BS on Rad Power's part. They are probably just really pissed Best Buy sold these at fire sale prices.
Granted this article is from last year, but clearly shows Rad Power partnering with Best Buy.
https://www.bicycleretailer.com/i...and-online [bicycleretailer.com]
By all appearances Best Buy is an authorized retailer, meaning they should be honoring their 2-year warranty.
They are not mad at Best Buy clearancing them out for them as Best Buy is helping them get rid of stock before closing up shop by selling the bike under special terms. It was noted that the bike gets no returns which everyone knew equates to no support. You knew risk was involved. You knew that going in why try to play victim?
The glass half full is strong with you my friend. A moment in life when you should be content, happy and maybe even thrilled and grateful you turn sour and whiny.
You could have paid $2,000 - $10,000 and still found there is no perfect or unlimited support.
I'll take it for what you paid for it with the problem if you like. Let me know I can get you contact details.
I'll take it for what you paid for it with the problem if you like. Let me know I can get you contact details.
Just disappointed that tech support was no help. He was telling me to look for a connector on the handlebar area that didn't even exist. There was no connector there. I had to find it myself in the downtube. I asked if I could adjust the brake switch and he said no, I'd have to replace the whole assembly. I said I'd call back if I wanted to buy the part. Easily found good info on YouTube and found the problem to be a missing $5 spring. This is now a TEKTRO problem and not a Rad Power Bike problem. I sent them an email for asking for a replacement spring. I may also go to the local bike shop or hardware store to find a spring.
I knew it said "all sales final & no returns", but I didn't know there wasn't going to be any warranty through Rad Power Bikes. I also knew the risk about the direction the company was headed. I was fine with that because I'm very mechanically inclined and can fix pretty much anything.
Yes, killer deal! I'm so excited to go on adventures with these bikes. I briefly took them around the neighborhood and they're so fun! My daughter has been experiencing many physical and mental issues over the years. She used to love riding her bike, but her physical issues have prevented her from riding. These e-bikes will help her get out in nature again!
UPDATE: I just got off the phone with Best Buy. There is a warranty, but not through Rad Power Bikes. There is a two year warranty through Best Buy. They said they will repair or replace the bike under this warranty. I'm just going to fix it myself because Best Buy is a 90 minute drive for me. Happy biking everyone!
Just disappointed that tech support was no help. He was telling me to look for a connector on the handlebar area that didn't even exist. There was no connector there. I had to find it myself in the downtube. I asked if I could adjust the brake switch and he said no, I'd have to replace the whole assembly. I said I'd call back if I wanted to buy the part. Easily found good info on YouTube and found the problem to be a missing $5 spring. This is now a TEKTRO problem and not a Rad Power Bike problem. I sent them an email for asking for a replacement spring. I may also go to the local bike shop or hardware store to find a spring.
I knew it said "all sales final & no returns", but I didn't know there wasn't going to be any warranty through Rad Power Bikes. I also knew the risk about the direction the company was headed. I was fine with that because I'm very mechanically inclined and can fix pretty much anything.
Yes, killer deal! I'm so excited to go on adventures with these bikes. I briefly took them around the neighborhood and they're so fun! My daughter has been experiencing many physical and mental issues over the years. She used to love riding her bike, but her physical issues have prevented her from riding. These e-bikes will help her get out in nature again!
UPDATE: I just got off the phone with Best Buy. There is a warranty, but not through Rad Power Bikes. There is a two year warranty through Best Buy. They said they will repair or replace the bike under this warranty. I'm just going to fix it myself because Best Buy is a 90 minute drive for me. Happy biking everyone!
Just saying we have to put things in perspective and it does sound like you have some..
If what BB told you is true that makes me even more envious of those getting in on the deal. I have no idea as to how they are going to do that with Rad going away but maybe they can be of some help
Very happy for you and your daughter. I to love biking as well as I have some age on me. I have been thrilled with my generic china bikes. Did thirty miles a couple weeks back and that is something that would have probably worn me out in my younger days.
If you did get one just look it over and I imagine you will find most components off the shelf and easily replaced. The big stuff like controller battery and hub motor are also somewhat user serviceable but sure not as easy. But If you do have future problems more stuff is popping up on Amazon by the day. Slew of aftermarket batteries, controllers, etc saying compatible with Rad Power.
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
Anyway, when I purchased, I recall that it showed 17,034 points for both transactions (I should have screen captured it). However, when I checked my PayPal point balance, it was capped at 25,000 for the total for the two transactions. The second transaction was capped 7900 points - net 25,000. Anyone know if the original deal was really capped at 25,000 points? I did get an email that said that they would honor my original rewards, but that the deal was now capped. Does anyone else have the same issue? I complained to PayPal, but really got nowhere.
took them for a ride around my neighborhood, no issues both smooth rides got up to 25mph. very happy with them for the price or 600-700 after paypal savings.
heavy as hell. i still need to buy a good bike rack that can hold them so we can take them with us this spring/summer.
Join The Conversation
Share your experience with the Slickdeals community
Share information with the community. Please follow our Community Guidelines and be kind!