We are not aware of anyone selling new old stock FreeRadicals or new Leap kits in the US. We recommend searching secondhand online sites for someone selling one.

It might be possible to find a bike shop or online retailer selling a Leap kit but we have no way of knowing who might have them in stock. For a few years, Leaps were available in the US through a distributor so various bike shops might have had them in stock. The best way to find out is by searching the “Shop” tab on a web browser for “Xtracycle FreeRadical” or “Xtracycle Leap”.

Craigslist, eBay, Facebook marketplace, and online cargo bike groups are great places to look for used Xtracycle conversion kits. You will want to search for “Xtracycle FreeRadical” or “Xtracycle Leap”. Sometimes folks misspell Xtracycle as “Extracycle” so that might be a search term to try as well. Don’t limit yourself to just your city when looking. Many sellers can arrange shipment. Major metropolitan areas with a large cycling community tend to be good places to look for used FreeRadical or Leap kits. For example, the Bay Area, New York City, Chicago, and Minneapolis would be good cities to search for a used FreeRad or Leap kit if the sellers are willing to ship. Even if the seller does not mention shipping in their listing, you can still ask and recommend they connect with a local bike shop to see if you can pay the bike shop a fee to help with shipping.

One bit of warning when buying a used kit: FreeRad and Leap kits come with various small parts needed for installation. When purchasing used, do your best to ensure most if not all small parts are included and any missing parts can be replaced with something generic or something a local frame builder can help manufacture. To see a list of parts needed for installation, please refer to the assembly guides:

FreeRadical Assembly Guide (small parts can be seen on page 2)
Leap Assembly Guide (small parts can be seen on page 2)

Because the FreeRadical and Leap can fit various bikes, we do not recommend any one bike. Please refer to the FreeRadical and Leap compatibility guides to see what criteria must be met for a good conversion. FreeRadical Compatibility Guide – Leap Compatibility Guide

Compatability guides can be found here: FreeRadical – Leap

Assembly manuals can be found here: FreeRadical – Leap

Any customer questions we are able to answer are logged here on this page under the FreeRadical FAqs and Leap FAQs. Can questions that have no answer on this page, we will do the best we can to help. While we can answer many questions, some are beyond our knowledge base. Being that the FreeRad and Leap are retired, our support staff isn’t well versed in all the small nuances of a DIY. If we aren’t able to help, we suggest reaching out to folks on the web to see if the collective of FreeRad and Leap users can help you with your question or issue. Good places to check are Reddit, the Cargo Bike Republic Facebook page, and the Motherload Facebook page.

The Leap will work on most adult bikes. Please download the compatibility guide for more details.

• 20″ (406mm BSD), commonly found on some folding bikes and minivelos.
• 24″ (507mm BSD), commonly found on some folding bikes and small mountain bikes.
• 26″ (559 mmBSD), commonly found on mountain bikes, cruisers, some city/comfort bikes, and some touring bikes.
• 26+/26×3.0 (559mm BSD), found on newer “plus” tire mountain bikes like the Surly Instigator 2.0
• 650b (584mm BSD), commonly found on some touring and city bikes.
• 27.5″ (584mm BSD), commonly found on some newer mountain bikes.
• 650b+/27.5×3.0 (584mm BSD), commonly found on newer “plus” tire mountain bikes.
• 700c (622mm BSD), commonly found on road bikes, hybrid bikes, cyclocross bikes, some city and comfort bikes, and touring bikes.
• 29″ (622mm BSD), commonly found on some mountain bikes and cruisers made after 2000.
• 29+ (622mm BSD) commonly found on newer “plus” tire mountain bikes.

Yes, the Leap works with many older and some newer accessories. Please refer to the chart above for more details.

Yes, the Leap works with many older and some newer accessories. Please refer to the chart above for more details.

The new Xtracycle FreeLoader Too bags will fit the Leap but you may need some velcro extensions to reach the frame at the bottom of the bag. Other bags that are now retired but would also work are the X3 bags, X2 bags or original FreeLoaders.

One issue that you might experience if you are using a FreeRadical or Leap kit with a wheel size larger than 20″ is that the bags might bump into the rear wheel or disc brake rotor when full or when a passenger is on board and their feet press the bags towards the wheel. This is caused by the space between the FlightDeck and FreeRad / Leap frame being wider than that of the EdgeRunner (which uses a 20″ wheel) and tension is reduced on the bags because of this. If you are experiencing wheel bag bump on your FreeRad or Leap kit, check to make sure the lower straps attaching the bags to your frame are nice and tight. If these straps are as tight as can be but you are still experiencing this issue, you can use a lash strap to create a barrier. 

This is a super simple fix that can be resolved with an Xtracycle CinchStrap, a lash strap you might have handy or a lash strap from the camping section of your nearest outdoor supply store. You have the option of putting on a horizontal lash strap (green strap), a vertical lash strap (blue strap) or one of each. 

• If installing the horizontal lash strap on a bike with a tire that DOES NOT exceed past the rear most V-rack (like in this illustration), you can lash one strap around both V-racks as long as the strap is long enough. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.
• If installing the horizontal lash strap on a bike with a tire that DOES exceed past the rear most V-rack, you cannot lash the strap around both V-racks but will need to lash a strap around each individual V-rack. This will require two straps, one per V-rack. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.
• When installing the vertical strap, you can install it on both V-racks with one strap. This can be accomplished by threading the strap underneath the chainstay near the rear drop-out on both sides and making sure it goes over the top of the Flight Deck. If using a MagicCarpet, have the strap go under the MagicCarpet for rider comfort. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.

Please note: The Xtracycle SideCare is a retired product that is no longer being produced or sold.

It does but modifications need to be made. The Leap comes with a tailpiece that curves out toward the end of the bike. This allows the kit to accommodate fat tires. Our other bikes and kits have a tail piece that is flat and goes straight across the back of the bike. To modify the SideCar to fit, you will need to: remove the quill bolts and wedges, saw the quill down the fit inside the Leap tailpiece, drill a hole on the SideCar quill that aligns with the welded boss on the Leap frame, then secure the SideCar onto the frame with a bolt through the welded boss that will also go through the SideCar quill. If you do not have these tools available for such a modification, try reaching out to your bike shop to see if they are able to make the modification themselves. 

Leap frame = 5 lbs.
V-racks = 2.25 lbs.
FlightDeck = 2 lbs.
RackLocks = .5 lbs.
cable housing and bolts = 1.25 lbs.
WheelSkirts = .9 lbs.
(Weight does not without the wheel, derailleur, disc brake caliper and disc brake rotor)

Cyclefab makes a tow hitch that we have seen other riders recommend. It is $175 and can be found here.

The assembly manual is here. The anatomy chart is here.

The new Xtracycle FreeLoader Too bags are a great fit for the Leap. Other bags that are now retired but would also work are the X3 bags, X2 bags or original FreeLoaders.

One issue that you might experience if you are using a FreeRadical or Leap kit with a wheel size larger than 20″ is that the bags might bump into the rear wheel or disc brake rotor when full or when a passenger is on board and their feet press the bags towards the wheel. This is caused by the space between the FlightDeck and FreeRad / Leap frame being wider than that of the EdgeRunner (which uses a 20″ wheel) and tension is reduced on the bags because of this. If you are experiencing wheel bag bump on your FreeRad or Leap kit, check to make sure the lower straps attaching the bags to your frame are nice and tight. If these straps are as tight as can be but you are still experiencing this issue, you can use a lash strap to create a barrier. 

This is a super simple fix that can be resolved with an Xtracycle CinchStrap, a lash strap you might have handy or a lash strap from the camping section of your nearest outdoor supply store. You have the option of putting on a horizontal lash strap (green strap), a vertical lash strap (blue strap) or one of each. 

• If installing the horizontal lash strap on a bike with a tire that DOES NOT exceed past the rear most V-rack (like in this illustration), you can lash one strap around both V-racks as long as the strap is long enough. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.
• If installing the horizontal lash strap on a bike with a tire that DOES exceed past the rear most V-rack, you cannot lash the strap around both V-racks but will need to lash a strap around each individual V-rack. This will require two straps, one per V-rack. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.
• When installing the vertical strap, you can install it on both V-racks with one strap. This can be accomplished by threading the strap underneath the chainstay near the rear drop-out on both sides and making sure it goes over the top of the Flight Deck. If using a MagicCarpet, have the strap go under the MagicCarpet for rider comfort. Be sure to cut off any excess strapping and seal it (with polyester straps, this can be done by slightly melting the end with a match or lighter) or make sure the excess strapping is tucked away and will not get tangled in the rear wheel.

If you have an LT1 or LT2 Hooptie, you sure can! If you have a wooden SnapDeck you will need to replace that deck with an LT1 version 2 plastic FlightDeck and Superhooks. The wooden SnapDeck literally snaps onto the V-racks and while this is not an issue when children are simply riding on top of the deck, this becomes unsafe when you bolt a Hooptie, SnackBars or a Yepp seat to the deck. This is because a simple push on the Hooptie, SnackBars or seat can cause the SnapDeck to become unsnapped from the FreeRad frame. This is solved by replacing the SnapDeck with a plastic FlightDeck attached with Superhooks. Not sure what deck you have? Check out the Deck ID Guide. To install a Hooptie, you will need an LT2 Hooptie and Hooptie retro fit kit. To install SnackBars, you will the SnackBars (with brackets) and a Hooptie retro fit kit. When installing a Hooptie or SnackBars, always make sure your V-racks are locked to your FreeRad frame with RackLocks. If you have an LT1 Hooptie (retired – it used spring pins to adjust the rails) you will still need to have a plastic deck and Superhooks, but you will not need a Hooptie retro fit kit. For more details on installing a Hooptie on a FreeRadical kit, please refer to the article on this subject “What do I need to install a Hooptie on my bike?”

When installing a Yepp seat, you need to make sure you have a plastic FlightDeck secured with 8 Superhooks. Yepp seats cannot be installed on a wooden SnapDeck. The wooden SnapDeck literally snaps onto the V-racks and while this is not an issue when children are simply riding on top of the deck, this becomes unsafe when you bolt a Hooptie or Yepp seat to the deck. This is because a simple push on the Hooptie or seat can cause the SnapDeck to become unsnapped from the FreeRad frame. This is solved by replacing the SnapDeck with a plastic FlightDeck attached with Superhooks. Not sure what deck you have? Check out the Deck ID Guide. For both the LT1 version 1 and 2 FlightDeck, you will need to make sure your deck is secured to the V-racks with 8 Superhooks. If you have the LT1 version 1 FlightDeck, you will need a Yepp Maxi Easy Fit Adapter (not sold by Xtracycle) This bolts onto the LT1 version 1 FlightDeck and the seat attaches to the adapter. To install a Yepp seat on an LT1 version 2 FlightDeck, you will not need a special adapter. Holes can be cut in the Flight Deck and the seat installs in these holes the same way they would an Easy Fit Adapter. Instructions on installing a Yepp seat on an LT1 version 2 FlightDeck can be found here. Cutting holes in the deck is not an option on the LT1 version 1 FlightDeck because of its increased thickness. When installing a Yepp seat, always make sure your V-racks are locked to your FreeRad frame with RackLocks. 

Most FreeRadical were designed for 26″ and 700c wheel size bicycles. 26″ wheels are recommended! 26″ wheels give you most tire size flexibility with the FreeRadical and are inherently stronger than the larger 700c standard. When running 26″ wheels you can fit a tire up to 2.35″ wide. The FreeRadical is not compatible with fat tires or with 29″ MTB tires. 700c wheels will work, but will limit you to 35mm tires (in rare cases up to 38mm), and you will need a 700c Brake Adapter (which is no longer in production) to use v-­brakes (linear-­pull brakes). Disc brakes will not require that adapter.

Please note that there are a handful of FreeRads out in the world that work with 700c wheels ONLY. 

Back in Xtracycle’s FreeRadical days, we made an adapter that allowed you to install 700C tires on the FreeRad, using the rim brake mounts for what would otherwise be 26″ tires. It looks like this:

This adapter is no longer in production and pretty tricky to find. Your best bet if you are really on the hunt for an original FreeRad 700C brake adapter is: eBay (they pop up from time to time), Craigslist (AdHuntr is 3rd party site and a great way to search in cities outside your own) or a Google search to see if any 3rd party sites have them (which is pretty rare). If you are one of the lucky few able to get your hands on a 700C brake adapter, the installation guide can be found here.

Another option would be something like the Motolite made by Paul Component Engineering. It will do the same thing a 700C brake adapter did and retails for $146-$156.