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Denago Cargo 1 vs Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Max

Two cargo & family e-bikes at $1,999–$2,299, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The RadRunner Max assists 8 mph faster.
  • The RadRunner Max carries 120 lb more total load.
  • The Cargo 1 costs $300 less.
  • The Cargo 1 is 8 lb lighter.
  • The Cargo 1 is rigid; the RadRunner Max is hardtail (front only).
  • The Cargo 1 ships as class 3; the RadRunner Max ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

Cargo 1RadRunner Max
Headline
Price$1,999$2,299
CategoryCargo & familyCargo & family
Price per Wh$2.97 per Wh$3.42 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Motor power750 W750 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeRad
SensorTorqueTorque
Battery & range
Battery672 Wh672 Wh
Voltage48V
Capacity14 Ah14 Ah
CellsLG
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi60 mi
Range as stated60 miles, 70 with the second battery60+ miles
Est. real range34 mi27 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight74 lb82 lb
Max load300 lb420 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed20 mph28 mph
Build
Gears7-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires20 x 3.020 x 3.5
DisplayLCDRad colour display
Frame6061 aluminumAluminium
SizesOne size, fits 4'9" to 6'5"One size, fits 4'11" to 6'2"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL Safety Certified In accordance with UL2849 and UL2271" — note "in accordance with" is not the same claim as certified"UL Certified to UL 2849 and UL 2271" on individual product pages, with the lineup-wide claim hedged as "All Rad ebikes are either UL Certified or tested by ACT to comply with UL 2849"
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty termsTwo year limited warranty; battery 300 recharge cycles or 2 years, whichever comes first (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from denago.com on 09/21/2026 and www.radpowerbikes.com on 09/20/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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