Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through 2022
2022 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,308$
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 72Nm 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
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-speed, 11-42t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 40T
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
Double-wall alloy, 27mm internal width, 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51c, Rear: Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 700x51c
Brakes
Brakes
Front: TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm, Rear: TRP Zurich, hydraulic 4-piston disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 680mm width, 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 1.2 S, 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, 100-240V
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 6.0 Step-Through belongs to the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. There are 78 e-bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2022 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 3610$. On the other hand, Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH 2022, is the most expensive and costs 6689$.
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
If you want an acceptable Hybrid e-bike you should know that the average price is 2480$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Specialized released this model in 2022, its price was 5840$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike to this one, you will see that Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through price is 135.48% more expensive.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this e-bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through components
Fork
The Suntour NCX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 50mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this e-bike is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the e-bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through are the 700c aluminum type. 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. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary 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.