Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork Suntour NCX
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Groupset Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Specialized 250W 72Nm mid-drive -
Battery Specialized U1-460, On/Off button, state of charge display, 460Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Turbo Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, Fitness/Transportation Geometry, fully integrated & lockable down tube battery, internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NCX E25, steel steerer, 15mm thru-axle, 44mm offset, 50mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, Shadow Design, SGS cage, 9-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio, 9-speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 9-speed, 11-36t
Crank
Custom alloy-forged crankarms, 40T w/ chainguard, 104 BCD
Chain
Shimano E6070, 9-speed
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized front hub disc, sealed bearings, 15mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h
Rims
700C disc, double-wall alloy, pinned
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47mm
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-T285, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy w/ light mount, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry Contour
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Canopy Sport, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 8mm offset, micro-adjust, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.2, Custom Rx Street-tuned motor, 250W Nominal
Battery
Specialized U1-460, On/Off button, state of charge display, 460Wh
Charger
Custom Specialized 42V2A Charger w/ Rosenberger plug, AC power cord included
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.563 mm | 1.525 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.478 mm |
| Front Center | 647 mm | 657 mm | 682 mm | 704 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 619 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 406 mm | 428 mm | 441 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1126 mm | 1152 mm | 1173 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 800 mm | 833 mm | 875 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Men’s Turbo Vado 2.0 completes the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. Specialized released 78 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2022 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3610$. Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 6689$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Men’s Turbo Vado 2.0 2022 e-bike is equipped with the Suntour NCX fork, and has 50mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
The wheels on Men’s Turbo Vado 2.0 are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Men’s Turbo Vado 2.0 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Specialized Men’s Turbo Vado 2.0 e-bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.