Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,350$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NCX
-
Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Specialized 250W 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 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
Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry Women's XC Contour
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 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
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.563 mm | 1.557 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.478 mm |
| Front Center | 647 mm | 658 mm | 683 mm | 704 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 619 mm | 629 mm | 629 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 404 mm | 428 mm | 441 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 450 mm | 485 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 145 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1127 mm | 1152 mm | 1173 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -70 mm | -70 mm | -70 mm | -70 mm |
| Standover Height | 715 mm | 720 mm | 727 mm | 744 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 |
About this model
Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through completes the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. Specialized launched 78 e-bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2020 has a starting price of 2700$. Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4684$.
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 Hybrid e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike that is reliable is 2480$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4350$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike to this one, you will see that Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through price is 75.4% higher.
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
Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through 2020 e-bike is equipped with the SunTour NCX fork, and has 50mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through has an aluminum fork, 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 5.0 Step-Through e-bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.