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2018 Men's Turbo Vado 5.0

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It's what's inside that counts, and the same rings true with the Turbo Vado 5.0.…

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It's what's inside that counts, and the same rings true with the Turbo Vado 5.0. Each component, from the motor to the battery, works in perfect harmony to provide you with a fully integrated, pedal-assist-system that's the perfect accomplice to your hectic schedule. And with its modern aesthetic and feel, this Vado has truly raised the bar for e-bike design. It's you, only faster.

Beginning with the integrated Specialized 1.3 motor, the Vado proves itself as the ultimate city bike. It features a silently operating design with our Custom Rx Street tune that takes the output and makes it the most usable for the 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. Perfect.

For the Vado 5.0, we developed a custom 604 Wh 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.

We also developed a custom 2.2-inch smart computer that lets you view your battery level and toggle various ride metrics such as speed, distance, and time. You can also peruse these screens via the custom handlebar remote without ever removing your hands from the bars.

To top off all of these innovative features, we chose a high-end spec, so you'll find Shimano XT/SLX 11-speed components, Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes, racks, and fenders. It's ready to take your riding to the next level.

  • The Vado features a lightweight alloy frame that’s been designed with our Fitness/Transportation Geometry.
  • The Vado features a lightweight alloy frame that’s been designed with our Fitness/Transportation Geometry.
  • The Vado’s Specialized 1.2 S motor is fully integrated with the frame and is custom-tuned for city riding. This means that it intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling—so the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible.
  • The Vado’s Specialized 1.2 S motor is fully integrated with the frame and is custom-tuned for city riding. This means that it intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling—so the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible.
  • Custom Specialized U1-604 battery is fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It communicates with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range.
  • Custom Specialized U1-604 battery is fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It communicates with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range.

Technical Specifications

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FRAMESET

FRAME

Turbo aluminum frame with bottom bracket motor mount, fitness/transportation geometry, fully integrated & lockable down tube battery, internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, smooth welds

FORK

Turbo rigid full aluminum disc fork, 12x100mm thru-axle

SEAT BINDER

Alloy, 34.9mm

WHEELS

RIMS

700C disc rim, 28h, double wall

FRONT HUB

Alloy front hub disc, sealed bearings, 12mm thru-axle (axle not included), 32H

REAR HUB

Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h

SPOKES

Stainless, black

FRONT TIRE

Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51mm

REAR TIRE

Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51mm

INNER TUBES

700C, 40mm Presta valve

DRIVETRAIN

REAR DERAILLEUR

Shimano XT, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 11-speed

SHIFT LEVERS

Shimano SLX, 11-speed

CASSETTE

Shimano SLX, 11-speed, 11-42t

CHAIN

Shimano Ultegra

CRANKSET

Custom alloy crankarms

COCKPIT

STEM

Alloy w/ display/light mount, 31.8mm clamp

HANDLEBARS

Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 680mm width, 31.8mm

GRIPS

Body Geometry XC Contour

SADDLE

Specialized Canopy Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails

SEATPOST

Specialized, alloy, single-bolt, 21mm offset, 30.9mm

BRAKES

REAR BRAKE

TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm

FRONT BRAKE

TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm

E-BIKE

MOTOR

Specialized 1.2 S, Custom Rx Street Tuned Motor, 350W Nominal

UI/REMOTE

Custom 2.2" TFT display, USB plug, stem mount w/ custom handlebar remote

BATTERY

Specialized U1-604, On/Off button, state of charge display, 604Wh

CHARGER

Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug

WIRING HARNESS

Custom Specialized wiring harness

ACCESSORIES

PEDALS

Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors

HEADLIGHT

Supernova V521s, upside-down mount to stem, 205lm

TAILLIGHT

Supernova E3, alloy housing, 3-LED, 250-degree visibility, fender mount

KICKSTAND

Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount

FENDERS

Specialized DRYTECH fenders, 52mm width, aluminum fenderstays

BELL

Integrated horn

* 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 Length170170175mm175mm
Handlebar Width680mm680mm680mm680mm
Stem Length60mm70mm80mm90mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm155mm
Seatpost Length300mm350mm400mm400mm
Fork Rake44mm44mm44mm44mm
Standover Height762mm800mm833mm875mm
Stack619mm619mm629mm652mm
Reach396mm406mm428mm441mm
Head Tube Length135mm135mm145mm170mm
Head Tube Angle70°70°70°70°
BB Drop-70mm-70mm-70mm-70mm
Trail86mm86mm86mm86mm
Front Center647mm657mm682mm704mm
Chainstay Length478mm478mm478mm478mm
Wheelbase1116mm1126mm1152mm1173mm
Seat Tube Length, BB Center to Top Vertical400mm450mm500mm550mm
Geometry

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Rider Reviews

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Near perfect, and hoping for more.

I ride e-bikes because I have to due to a long term illness. My TV 5.0 is the best urban e-bike line on the market. Why? Ride any e-bike over the exact same route and then you will understand. The TV system is perfectly integrated into the drive train, and at any level of assist, the motor is activated based on your cadence. Unlike the Bosch system, this bike has a normal chain ring up front so it feels natural when you spin. I would dare say the ride is unparalleled in this category. Frame, components, and design are also a cut above. Now for the cons, Specialized has yet to deliver the tuning control software, and this significantly impacting my enjoyment and confidence in the bike and brand. Also, on rare occasions, the motor will cut out at the inconvenient time - like on a Hill. Keep the sensor magnet clean - it's mounted in the the rear disk and the brake dust accumulates on the magnet. Overall, I prefer my TV over my Bosch driven bikes, but Specialized needs to deliver the software...


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