Specialized Turbo Como SL 5.0 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,250$
Weight | 20.1 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Groupset microSHIFT, Gates CDX -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Specialized 240W 35Nm mid-drive -
Battery Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Suspension Fork
Turbo Como SL one-piece-design aluminum fork, 12x110mm thru-axle
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Microshift SL-SCN08, 8-speed Alfine compatible
Cassette
Gates Carbon Drive CDX 22t sprocket, silver
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, Gates Carbon Drive CDX 46T chainring, black
Chain
Gates Carbon Drive CDX 122t belt, black
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x110mm, Center Lock™, 24h
Rear Hub
Shimano Alfine, 8-speed internal gear hub, SG-S7001-8, 32H, Black
Rims
650b disc, double-wall alloy, pinned, 32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Nimbus 2 Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3, Rear: Nimbus 2 Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3
Brakes
Brakes
Front: TRP Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc, metal-ceramic pads, flat-mount w/ 160mm CL-rotor, Rear: TRP Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc, metal-ceramic pads, flat-mount w/ 160mm CL-rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized integrated stem
Handlebar
Specialized handlebar/stem combo, integrated cable routing
Grips
Body Geometry XC Contour
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Body Geometry Comfort Gel
Seatpost
Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 5mm offset, micro-adjust, 34.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.61 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Front Center | 680 mm | 713 mm | 742 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 638 mm | 694 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 423 mm | 430 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 631 mm | 663 mm | 691 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 390 mm | 420 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 190 mm | 210 mm | 270 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 481 mm | 481 mm | 481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1151 mm | 1184 mm | 1213 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 572 mm | 572 mm | 597 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Turbo Como SL 5.0 belongs to the Specialized E Turbo Como model. 55 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized E Turbo Como e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Turbo Como 3.0 650B 2023 has a starting price of 3057$. Specialized Turbo Como 5.0 IGH 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 5750$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2569$. However, even though the average price of a Commuter e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4250$. Comparing the average cost of a Commuter e-bike to this one, you will see that Turbo Como SL 5.0 price is 65.43% higher.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Commuter e-bike, we get 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 20.1 kg (44.31 lbs), the Turbo Como SL 5.0 model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 25.37% lighter than the average Commuter e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Turbo Como SL 5.0 model has aluminum wheels. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Turbo Como SL 5.0 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.