Total Weight:
55.4 lbs (25.12 kg)
Battery Weight:
6.6 lbs (2.99 kg)
Motor Weight:
7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
Frame Material:
Aluminum Alloy, Smooth Welds
Frame Sizes:
15.75 in (40 cm)17.72 in (45 cm)19.69 in (50.01 cm)21.65 in (54.99 cm)Geometry Measurements:
Medium 45 cm: 17.72" Seat Tube, 32" Stand Over Height, 44.3" Wheelbase
Frame Types:
High-Step
Frame Colors:
Satin Slate with Limon Accents, Gloss Satin Dream Black with Black and Rocket Red Accents
Frame Fork Details:
Rigid Aluminum Alloy, Post Disc Mount, 100 mm / 15 mm Thru Axle, Sealed Bearings Hub
Frame Rear Details:
142 mm / 12 mm Thru-Axle, Sealed Bearings Hub
Attachment Points:
Bottle Cage Bosses, Rear Rack Bosses, Fender Bosses
Gearing Details:
11
Speed 1x11, Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus SGS cage, Shimano SLX M7000 11-42T CassetteShifter Details:
Shimano SLX Triggers on Right
Cranks:
Custom Alloy, 48T, Narrow Wide Chainring, 104 mm Bolt Circle Diameter (BCD), Single Xsync Style 10- / 11-Speed
Pedals:
Custom Specialized Fitness, Nylon Platform with Grip Traction
Headset:
FSA 1-1/ 8" Upper and Lower, Cartridge Bearings
Stem:
Alloy, 7-Degree Rise, 31.8 mm Clamp, 60 mm (S) / 70 mm (M) / 80 mm (L) / 90 mm (XL)
Handlebar:
Specialized Alloy, 9-Degree Backsweep, 4-Degree Upsweep, 680 mm Width, 31.8 mm Clamp
Brake Details:
Tektro Zurich Hydraulic Disc with 180 mm Rotors, Tektro Zurich Levers with Tool-Free Adjustable Reach, Four-Piston Calipers, Integrated Read Switch on Both Levers for Rear Light Bright Mode
Grips:
Specialized Body Geometry XC Contour, Ergonomic, Black
Saddle:
Canopy Comp, Hollow Cr-Mo Rails
Seat Post:
Alloy, 2-Bolt Clamp, 12.5 mm Offset, Anti-Corrosion Hardware
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
30.9 mm
Rims:
6061 Aluminum Alloy, Double-Wall, 40 mm Width, 28 Hole, Reinforcement Eyelets, Reflective Stickers
Spokes:
XDB Stainless Steel, 15 Gauge, Black
Tire Brand:
Electrak 2.0 Armadillo, 28" x 2" (700 x 51c) (51-622)
Wheel Sizes:
28 in (71.12cm)Tire Details:
30 to 65 PSI, Armadillo Anti-Flat Technology, Gripton Compound
Tube Details:
Presta Valve
Accessories:
Custom Specialized Rack with Racktime Snap-it System and Integrated Rear Light (22 kg / 48.5 lb Max Load), Tubular Alloy Fenders (Extra-Long Flextender Multi-Plastic Lower Piece), Integrated Specialized Headlight with Aspheric Lens Technology (12 Volt, Two-LED, 600 Lumen, IP67 Rated, Aluminum Die-Cast Body, Stem Mount), Custom Specialized Side Mirror (Alloy and Glass), Rack-Integrated Specialized Backlight with Lightguide Technology (12 Volt, 8 SMD LED, Clear Window, IP67 Rated, Plastic Injected Housing, Aluminum Rack Attachment Studs, Inner Cable Routing in Left Stud), Plastic Chainring Guard, Transparent Slap Guard Sticker, 40 mm Spaced Standard Rear-Mount Kickstand, Electronic Horn (Mounted Below Bottom Bracket), Optional Replacement Battery Pack $800
Other:
Locking Removable Battery Pack with ABUS Locking Core, 1.9 lb 42 Volt 4 Amp Charger with Rosenberger Plug (Magnetic EnergyBus Standard), Optional 1.3 lb Portable 1.6 Amp Travel Charger, IP67 Water and Dust Protection Rating on Battery Pack, Battery Stops with 4% at Top and Bottom to Avoid Straining Cells, Internal Cable Routing, Shimano CN-HG601 Chain
Doug Ruby
7 years agoAny idea when they will actually do the formal introduction in the US? When will you get to ride one?
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHi Doug, yes I do! Specialized is holding an event on May 18th in California… so I’ll be there meeting with people and filming. It might take a day or two to process and post here but that’s the timeframe :D
ReplyRoadrash
7 years agoLooking forward to your report. I just picked up a Turbo S on closeout, however, it had a few issues and was returned. Spesh was out of the Turbo in my size, so i preordered the vado. I was told a delivery date in mid june. Looking forward to your review.
roadrash
7 years agoCourt, they now show a 6.0 model with a suspension fork. I think that you are a fan of the suspension fork, i had a 5.0 on order, do you think i would be better off with the 6.0 model. Looks like a better shifter and maybe different brake. I dont know if that is a good fork or not. Thanks for some advice.
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoInteresting, I’m heading to their HQ in a couple of days to learn more… will update when I can!
Replyroadrash
7 years agoThanks court and thanks for everything you do, i love this website. I went in and changed my order to the 6.0. They show early june for the 5.0 and mid july for the 6.0. I have enough money on the books for returning the turbo S, i really am having a hard time waiting, but you really seemed to dig the turbo X cause the front fork. If anything changes from your review, i can always go back, but i am relaying on your expert opinion.
Doug
7 years agoNews!!! I want news! Actually, my local Specialized dealer is going to have an “ebike” day with Specialized rep in attendance. Apparently he/she will be bring bikes (I hope Vado). If I get to ride one, I will let you know!
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoAwesome Doug! The 6.0 review is nearly done (should be by end of day) and I shot a couple of other fun videos to post soon as well :D
ReplyMark
7 years agoWhat happened to the regen mode from the older Turbo is the Eco mode adjustable and what is the Sport mode?
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHi Mark, the new Turbo Vado models use a Brose mid-drive that is not capable of capturing regenerated energy when braking or coasting. It’s a more efficient system overall if you shift appropriately, and I believe it’s lighter, but it doesn’t offer regen. This new drive system has a different display interface and different levels of assist as well, it’s a complete overhaul. I hope this helps! Check out the Vado 6.0 review for a closer look with more actual ride testing in the video.
ReplyMark
7 years agoThanks for the regen info. Is the Eco mode adjustable as in the old Turbo and what is the Sport mode?
Albano
7 years agoHi Court, I am planning to buy a speed bike to ride dailey to work. One way trip is 37km (23miles). Which bike do you prefer/advise the Stromer ST1x or the Specialized Vado 5.0.
ReplyWhich one has the biggest range?
Best regards
Court Rye
7 years agoHi Albano! I would probably choose the Turbo Vado for range. The Brose mid-drive motor is very efficient compared to a hub motor, because you can shift gears and empower it through mechanical advantage. It is also very quiet, much like Stromer, but leads in availability from dealers across the US. Stromer is carried by some independent electric bike shops, but I believe that you can order the Vado from any Specialized dealer (and there are quite a few). It may be easier to get service and warranty support from Specialized too. I hope this helps, I personally own a Specialized Stumpjumper and had a Turbo Levo in 2016/2017 which I enjoyed very much and never had an issue with :)
ReplyBrad
6 years agoHi Court, I’m looking a the Vado 5.0 and 6.0… and not knowing (right NOW) the need for a front fork suspension, can’t I save some money by buying the 5.0 – knowing that the Suntour suspension fork is less than 200 USD if I want to add one later?? Regards.
Replycourt
6 years agoHi Brad! That’s a reasonable strategy. I wasn’t able to look at the 5.0 and 6.0 back to back, so there may be some other minor differences that could add up to over $200, but your approach makes sense. Just double check the stats and maybe ask about the price of an aftermarket suspension fork plus installation. Whatever you decide on, I hope it works great and you enjoy the ride!
ReplyBrad
6 years agoSo I picked up the Vado 5.0 and I couldn’t be happier! I think you should actually ride it – to properly compare it to the 6.0… I found the 6.0 to feel a little “heavy” up front, and while doing some downhill turns at speed, I felt a little bit of loss of control (even on lock-out). The Vado 5.0 didn’t feel that way at all! My experience is that the Vado 5.0 feels lighter and more nimble overall… A great ebike!
Also the rear racks of the Vado’s are narrow – so it takes a special bag to properly fit (or clip into the rack)… otherwise you’ll have to velcro the bag to the rack. And, there are no pannier clips on the lower part of the rack/fender assembly.
Kyle Richardson
5 years agoThe rims are 30 mm wide.
ReplyCourt
5 years agoThanks Kyle! Perhaps that will be updated on my more recent Turbo Vado review… or do you own the 2017 version?
ReplyKyle
5 years agoI own the 2017 Vado.