Specialized Turbo Como 5.0 700C – Low-Entry 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 50mm
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Fork SunTour NCX
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Groupset XT, SLX
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Specialized 250W mid-drive
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Battery Specialized U1-600, On/Off button, state of charge display, 600Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
E5 Aluminum, low-entry frame, bottom bracket motor mount, Ground Control 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 w/ Optical Gear Display
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-speed, 11-42t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 48T, custom alloy
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
700c disc, double-wall alloy, sleeved, 32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Nimbus II Armadillo Reflect, 60 TPI, 700c x 50c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 30-degree backsweep, 26mm rise, 680mm width, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry Women's Contour
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Comfort Gel, 200mm w/ SWAT™ Mount
Seatpost
Specialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 0mm setback, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.3, custom Rx Trail-tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized U1-600, On/Off button, state of charge display, 600Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | LG |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 2.09 mm | 2.01 mm |
| Front Center | 627 mm | 667 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 682 mm | 710 mm |
| Reach | 326 mm | 354 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 617 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 210 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 482 mm | 482 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099 mm | 1139 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 531 mm | 523 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Turbo Como 5.0 700C – Low-Entry completes the Specialized E Turbo Como model. There are 55 e-bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized E Turbo Como e-bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Como 3.0 650b – Low-Entry 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3250$. Specialized Turbo Como SL 5.0 2021 on the other hand costs 4800$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Commuter e-bike you should know that the average price is 2569$. However, you could also get a good Commuter e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 4671$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Turbo Como 5.0 700C – Low-Entry price is 81.82% more expensive than the average cost of a 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
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. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this e-bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The Turbo Como 5.0 700C – Low-Entry 2021 e-bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Turbo Como 5.0 700C – Low-Entry has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
