Specialized Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 2022
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 72Nm mid-drive
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Battery Specialized U1-500, On/Off button, state of charge display, 500Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
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
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-speed, 11-42t
Crank
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 40T w/ chainguard, 104 BCD
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, 28h
Rims
700C disc, double-wall alloy, pinned
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47mm, Rear: Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x47mm
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Shimano BR-MT500, hydraulic disc, 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-MT500, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, alloy, 20-degree w/ display/light mount, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry Contour, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Aldia, Hollow CR-MO Rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized, alloy, single-bolt, 21mm offset, 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| 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
Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 completes the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. There are 78 e-bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized E Turbo Vado e-bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2022 has a starting price of 3610$. Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6689$.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Specialized Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 price was 3892$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 price is 56.94% higher 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.
Overview of components
Fork
This e-bike has the Suntour NCX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 50mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 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 size
As for the wheels, Specialized Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 2022, has a 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Women’s Turbo Vado 4.0 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
