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The 2025 Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Max is a Class 1–3 electric cargo utility bike designed for riders who need high payload capacity, extended range, and advanced safety features in a compact, step-through-friendly frame. It targets commuters and utility cyclists who want to carry heavy loads — up to 420 lbs. total payload — while benefiting from features like hydraulic disc brakes, rear radar detection, integrated turn signals, and a torque-sensing pedal assist system. The bike is compatible with an optional Range Extender that can push range beyond 125 miles, and its UL-tested Safe Shield battery reflects Rad Power Bikes' emphasis on electrical safety standards. As the top-tier model in Rad's RadRunner lineup, the RadRunner Max sits above the standard RadRunner and RadRunner Plus in terms of technology and capability.
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