Specialized Turbo Como 5.0 IGH 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Travel Front 80mm
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Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Gates CDX
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Specialized 250W 90Nm mid-drive
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Battery Specialized U2-710, alloy casing, state of charge display, 710Wh
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Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated &lockable downtube battery, internal cable routing, lock and front rack mount, sliding dropout
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Silver RL, 80mm travel, Motion-Control, fender-mounts
Drivetrain
Cassette
Gates Carbon Drive CDX 22t sprocket, silver
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, Gates Carbon Drive CDX 50T 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 cardridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear Hub
enviolo Heavy Duty, 380% range, 6-bolt, 10x135mm, 32h
Rims
650b disc, double-wall alloy, pinned, 32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3, Rear: Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm, Rear: SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized integrated stem
Handlebar
Specialized Como handlebar/stem combo
Grips
ERGON GP10
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Comfort Gel, 200mm w/ SWAT™ Mount
Seatpost
Spring suspension, alloy, 40mm travel, 30.9mm, 2-bolt clamp, 34.9mm sleeve
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 2.2, 90Nm torque, custom tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized U2-710, alloy casing, state of charge display, 710Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 275 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 735 mm | 762 mm | 781 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 103 mm | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 649 mm | 670 mm | 681 mm |
| Reach | 440 mm | 464 mm | 485 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 629 mm | 665 mm | 694 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.8 ° | 73.3 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67.5 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 469 mm | 469 mm | 469 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1193 mm | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Standover Height | 354 mm | 354 mm | 354 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 5.0 IGH is a Specialized E Turbo Como model. Specialized released 55 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized E Turbo Como e-bikes models from 2023, by clicking 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
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
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$. However, you could also get a good Commuter e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Specialized Turbo Como 5.0 IGH price was 5750$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Turbo Como 5.0 IGH price is 123.82% more expensive than the average cost of a Commuter e-bike.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
Commuter e-bikes weigh an average of 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Turbo Como 5.0 IGH weighs 28.3 kg (62.39 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 12.3% heavier than the average weight of Commuter e-bikes.
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
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 80mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Turbo Como 5.0 IGH model has aluminum wheels. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Turbo Como 5.0 IGH comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Turbo Como 5.0 IGH comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
