Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,350$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NCX
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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
Turbo 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 Ultegra
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized front hub disc, sealed bearings, 15mm thru-axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h
Rims
700C disc, double-wall alloy, sleeved
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT T8000, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry XC Contour
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Canopy Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized, alloy, single-bolt, 21mm offset, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.3, custom Rx Street-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 | 1.525 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.478 mm |
| Front Center | 647 mm | 657 mm | 682 mm | 704 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 619 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 406 mm | 428 mm | 441 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1126 mm | 1152 mm | 1173 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -70 mm | -70 mm | -70 mm | -70 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 800 mm | 833 mm | 875 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 |
Model Overview
Turbo Vado 5.0 is part of the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. 78 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2700$. Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ 2020 on the other hand costs 4684$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 4350$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Turbo Vado 5.0 price is 75.4% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid 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.
Turbo Vado 5.0 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour NCX model. The travel on this model is 50mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this e-bike has an aluminum one, 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 e-bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Turbo Vado 5.0 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.