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    Turbo Vado 4.0

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    2020 Turbo Vado 4.0

    It's a busy world out there, and the sad thing is, it's getting faster all of the time. That's why we recommend faster bikes for busy lives, like the Turbo Vado 4.0. It takes our award-winning and exclusive technology and tailors it to a package that's designed for getting you around your day-to-day life quicker than ever before. It's you, only faster.

    Beginning with the integrated Specialized 1.2 motor, the Turbo Vado proves itself as the ultimate city bike. The 1.2 motor features a silent operating design with our Custom Rx Street Tune that takes the output and makes it the most usable for an urban environment. Think of it this way: The more power you put out, the more power the motor puts out, and this makes accelerations from a standstill both quick and efficient. The belt driven motor is also smooth, silent, and free of annoying vibrations. And the max speed? 28mph.

    For the Vado 4.0, we developed a custom Specialized U1-500 battery that seamlessly integrates into the frame, is lockable, and easily removable for simplified charging. In other words, there's plenty of juice to take you to and from work, a trip to the grocery store, or even to that new café on the other side of the city. If you wish to see exactly how far you can go on a charge, have a look at our Turbo Range Calculator for more exact estimates.

    The new wired Turbo Connect Display (TCD-w) is the best way to view data on your Turbo. It not only displays important ride metrics (speed, cadence, rider power, distance, battery level, time, etc.), it also allows you to connect the latest version of the Mission Control App for an enhanced Turbo experience. With our free app for iOS and Android phones, you easily customize motor parameters, control your range, record/upload rides, and perform basic system diagnosis.

    To top off all of the innovative features, we chose a worry-free spec that features Shimano 10-speed components, hydraulic disc brakes, front/rear lights, and fender & rack mounts.

    Technical Specifications

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    WHEELS

    Rear Hub

    Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h

    Front Hub

    Specialized front hub disc, sealed bearings, 15x100mm thru-axle, 32h

    Front Tire

    Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47c

    Rear Tire

    Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47c

    Spokes

    DT Swiss Industry

    Rims

    700C disc, double-wall alloy, pinned, 32h

    FRAMESET

    Frame

    E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, Fitness/Transportation Geometry, fully integrated & lockable down tube battery, internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, Smooth Welds

    Fork

    SR Suntour NCX E25, steel steerer, 15mm thru-axle, 44mm offset, 50mm of travel

    Seat Binder

    Alloy, bolt-type, 34.9mm

    ACCESSORIES

    Taillight

    Herrmans H-Trace Mini e-Bike, 220-degree visibility, fender-mount

    Bell

    Simple bell

    Headlight

    Herrmans H-Black MR8 e-Bike, stainless bracket for suspension fork

    Rack

    Turbo Rack, Closed Platform, direct fender mount, Racktime-compatible

    Pedals

    Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors

    Fenders

    DRYTECH fenders, 52mm width, stainless steel fenderstays

    Kickstand

    Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount

    BRAKES

    Front Brake

    Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm

    Rear Brake

    Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm

    COCKPIT

    Stem

    Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp

    SeatPost

    Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 8mm offset, micro-adjust, 30.9mm

    Saddle

    Specialized Canopy Sport, steel rails, 155mm

    Handlebars

    Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm

    Tape

    Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on

    E-BIKE

    Motor

    Specialized 1.2, custom Rx Street-tuned motor, 250W nominal

    Charger

    Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V

    Wiring Harness

    Custom Specialized harness

    UI/Remote

    Specialized TCD-W w/ handlebar remote & built-in anti-theft feature, Bluetooth® connectivity, 5 available display pages

    Battery

    Specialized U1-500, On/Off button, state of charge display, 500Wh

    DRIVETRAIN

    Rear Derailleur

    Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 10-speed

    Chain

    KMC X10eT, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™

    Cassette

    Shimano HG500, 10-speed, 11-42t

    Shift Levers

    Shimano Deore, RapidFire Plus, 10-speed w/ Optical Gear Display

    Crankset

    Custom alloy forged crankarms

    WHEELS & TIRES

    Inner Tubes

    Standard 40mm PV 700x32-50

    * Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

    Geometry

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    Crank Length170mm170mm175mm175mm
    Seatpost Length300mm350mm400mm400mm
    Handlebar Width680mm680mm680mm680mm
    Stem Length60mm75mm75mm90mm
    Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm155mm
    Stack619mm619mm629mm652mm
    Reach396mm406mm428mm441mm
    Seat Tube Length, BB Center to Top Vertical400mm450mm500mm550mm
    BB Drop-70mm-70mm-70mm-70mm
    Chainstay Length478mm478mm478mm478mm
    Head Tube Angle70°70°70°70°
    Fork Rake44mm44mm44mm44mm
    Trail86mm86mm86mm86mm
    Front Center647mm657mm682mm704mm
    Wheelbase1116mm1126mm1152mm1173mm
    Standover Height762mm800mm833mm875mm
    Head Tube Length135mm135mm145mm170mm
    Geometry

    Rider Reviews

    • 4.9
    • 8 Reviews

    I would buy this bike again but....

    Both my wife and I bought the Vado 4.0. Excellent product and very happy with it except the front fender fell off both of them and got damaged. We understand we are getting new fenders, but they either have to fix the front fender mounting system of the rider should remove the front fender completely. Having a front fender come off at speed would not be good. We will likely be replacing both with the new 33lb Vado SL because of the weight difference.


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    Bob

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    Now I can keep up with my wife

    After several years of arriving last and quietly accepting her hopeful looks of better performance, I found the Vado 4.0. Hills no longer make me sweat before I get there, flat runs I pass her with a gleeful look over my shoulder. You saved my marriage. Unfortunately she is making me buy her one.


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    Tony

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    Love my Turbo Vado 4.0

    Over 400 miles so far, no problems. I estimate my range at 60 miles. I ride in mostly flat areas with a few hills. Heavy to pedal with no assist, but I pedal in first level all the time except going uphill or into a big headwind. Recommended.


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    Gregm

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    Like it a lot but.....

    This is my fitness bike and I love it. I get a great workout without the soul crushing slowness of the hills in my area. Can keep up in group rides no longer the no rider left behind. When I got the bike the headlamp was loose on the front fender and kept vibrating. Headlight vibrated off during my 3rd ride going 10 mph causing the fender to get ripped off the bike and the headlight almost getting caught in the spokes. Took it to the shop and they replace the fender and reinstalled the light but it is still loose. Waiting for a solution.


    Name:
    Dean

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    Awesome Bike!

    I just retired at age 64 and I wanted a bike that would be fun to ride and have the power to go against the wind with little effort.. I live on the southwest side of Chicago near Beverly. The neighborhood has steep inclines on a few streets and I can go up the streets with ease. The Vado is a excellent bike. The build is superb, the brakes are excellent, shifting is smooth, and the electric assist is out of this world. I feel like a kid again when I ride this bike. I researched e bikes and I am so glad I choose the Vado. One more note, I am very happy with the service and sales at Kozy bike shop on 219 Erie . They are very friendly and exemplary. I am one happy customer!


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    Bob G.

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    The very best E-Bike on the market .

    I have the Turbo Vado 2 and the Turbo Vado 3 . I like to keep 2 so I can still ride when one is being serviced. I have 3000 miles on one and 2000 on the other and both have served me well. I have also ridden Trek dual sport and there is no comparison. The Turbo Vado is more powerful. I will always own one as long as I can ride. I only wish there were a trade-in program so I can always up grade. Right now my Vado 3 is 3 years old and Vado 2 is 2 years old.


    Name:
    Ginny

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    occasional problems with other bikes...and not this one

    I originally bought a turbo x on deep discount....it had repeated warranty issues and was given this one as a warranty replacement. It has served like a champ for roundly 1k miles so far with no issues arising that were not expected (i live in nola and the roads have potholes literally the size of a car) this thing is fantastic


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    John

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