Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,000$
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 Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Specialized 250W 72Nm mid-drive -
Battery Specialized U1-500, On/Off button, state of charge display, 500Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
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, steel steerer, 15mm thru-axle, 44mm offset, 50mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 10-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, RapidFire Plus, 10-speed w/ Optical Gear Display
Cassette
Shimano Deore, 10spd, 11-42t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 40T
Chain
KMC X10eT, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™
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, pinned, 32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47c, Rear: Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, 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
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 8mm offset, micro-adjust, 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized 1.2, custom Rx Street-tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized U1-500, On/Off button, state of charge display, 500Wh
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 4.0 Step-Through belongs to the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. 78 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3250$. Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through 2021 on the other hand costs 5839$, 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.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through price was 4000$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 61.29% more expensive than the price of the average Hybrid e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through comes factory-installed with the SunTour NCX fork. This has a travel range of 50mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
The Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through 2021 e-bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.