Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,308$
E-bike
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 XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Specialized 250W 72Nm mid-drive -
Battery Specialized U1-600, On/Off button, state of charge display, 600Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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
E5 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, alloy steerer, 15mm thru-axle, 44mm offset, 50mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 11-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-speed, 11-42t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 40T
Chain
Shimano HG601, 11spd
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized front hub disc, sealed bearings, 15x100mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h
Rims
Double-wall alloy, 27mm internal width, 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51c, Rear: Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51c
Brakes
Brakes
Front: TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm, Rear: TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 680mm width, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry XC Contour
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.2 S, custom Rx Street-tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized U1-600, On/Off button, state of charge display, 600Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V
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 |
Model Overview
Turbo Vado 6.0 is part of 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 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 3250$. Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 5840$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5840$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid e-bike price, we see that the price is 135.48% more expensive.
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
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour NCX model. The travel on this model is 50mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the e-bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Turbo Vado 6.0 e-bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 e-bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.