Specialized Turbo Como SL 5.0 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 650b
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Groupset microSHIFT
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Suspension Rigid
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Motor Specialized 240W 35Nm mid-drive
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Battery Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh
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Drivetrain Belt Drive, IGH
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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 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
TRP Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc, metal-ceramic pads, flat-mount w/ 160mm CL-rotor
Cockpit
Handlebar
Specialized handlebar/stem combo, integrated cable routing
Grips
Body Geometry XC Contour
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Comfort Gel, 200mm w/ SWAT™ Mount
Seatpost
Specialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt-clamp, 5mm offset, 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
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| 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 is a Specialized E Turbo Como model. Specialized launched 55 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized E Turbo Como e-bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Como 3.0 650b – Low-Entry 2021 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 3250$. On the other hand, Specialized Turbo Como SL 5.0 2021, is the most expensive and costs 4800$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Commuter e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter e-bike is 2569$. However, even though the average price of a Commuter e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4800$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 86.84% higher than the price of the average Commuter e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Turbo Como SL 5.0 has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The wheels on Turbo Como SL 5.0 are the aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Turbo Como SL 5.0 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. 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 short, you can easily find one that suits you.
