Battery mount
The battery mount, or tray, holds the battery on the frame and carries its power connection. Replace it only with the maker's part, with the battery removed.
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The battery mount, often called the battery tray, is where the battery locks onto the frame. Rad Power Bikes describes it as replaceable and notes that it carries the battery's connector cable to the bike (Rad battery tray guide).
The mount carries the battery's power connection. Swap it only for the maker's part with the battery removed, and plug it in at its connector. If the contacts look burnt, melted or corroded, stop riding and have a pro check both the battery and the mount. See find a shop.
What it's used for
Rad says to replace the tray only when its support team tells you to (Rad battery tray guide), so diagnose first. A cracked mount, a battery that won't lock in, or damaged contacts are the usual reasons. Start with E-bike won't turn on and Motor cuts out, and a tech can run the no power diagnosis.
What to look for
- Your model and battery type. Rad's guide applies to its external batteries, and its semi-integrated batteries have separate instructions (Rad). Ride1Up sells a battery mount as a Roadster v2 part (Ride1Up Roadster parts).
- What the job involves. Rad's guide uses a 4 mm Allen wrench and zip ties. It has you remove the battery and press the power button to discharge leftover power, photograph the cable route, pull the connector straight apart, swap the tray on its bolts, tighten them evenly without overtightening, and secure the cable away from moving parts (Rad).
- Recycling. Rad says to recycle the old tray according to local rules (Rad).
Where to buy
- Your bike maker's parts store or support team, such as Ride1Up or Rad Power Bikes support.
- A local shop, through find a shop.
Guides that use it
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