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Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail vs Troxus Explorer Plus iQ

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,999–$2,099, 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 Explorer Plus iQ claims 25 more miles of range.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ carries 240 Wh more battery.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ carries 80 lb more total load.
  • The Radster Trail makes 14 Nm more torque.
  • The Radster Trail is 6.3 lb lighter.
  • The Radster Trail costs $100 less.
  • The Radster Trail uses a torque sensor; the Explorer Plus iQ uses a torque + cadence sensor.

Every spec, side by side

Radster TrailExplorer Plus iQ
Headline
Price$1,999$2,099
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$2.19 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque100 Nm86 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeRadBafang
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh960 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah20 Ah
CellsSamsung 50GB or LG M50LTSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)65 mi90 mi
Range as stated25-65 milesUp to 90 miles per charge
Est. real range29 mi38 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight77.5 lb83.8 lb
Max load320 lb400 lb
Rack capacity100 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano, KMC chain
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm203 mm
Rear rotor180 mm203 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel80 mm90 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires26 x 4.0
DisplayRad colour displayColour, Bluetooth, turn signals, remote
FrameAluminium6061-T6 aluminum
SizesRegular, LargeSmall 16.5", Medium 18", Large 20"
Step-through optionNoYes
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 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""UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty2 yr5 yr
Warranty termsTwo year limited warranty; battery 300 recharge cycles or 2 years, whichever comes first (brand policy)

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

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