Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH

The Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH is a premium, high-performance electric bike designed for speed, reliability, and everyday practicality. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to the gym, or running errands, it delivers a fast, smooth, and secure riding experience—getting you where you need to go with ease and style.

Key Features

Turbo Technology – At the heart of the Vado is Specialized’s advanced Turbo system: a fully integrated e-bike platform that delivers powerful, natural-feeling pedal assistance, anti-theft features, and a multifunctional display.

Powerful & Natural Ride – The Turbo Full Power 2.2 motor with 90 Nm of torque amplifies your pedaling effort up to four times, flattening hills and making acceleration effortless. Paired with the 710 Wh battery, it provides smooth, silent support up to 25 km/h, reacting instantly to your input for an intuitive and natural ride feel.

Comfort & Confidence – Engineered for an upright, balanced riding position and precise handling, the Vado offers unmatched comfort and control. Wide 650b tires maximize grip in corners, while powerful 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable stopping power at any speed. The 80 mm travel RockShox Recon Silver RL suspension fork absorbs bumps and vibrations, complemented by a Cane Creek Thudbuster suspension seatpost for a plush, stable ride.

IGH Automatic Shifting – Equipped with the enviolo AUTOMATiQ Internal Gear Hub, the Vado automatically shifts based on your preferred cadence and riding conditions. Simply set your desired pedaling rhythm and let the system handle the rest—quiet, smooth, and maintenance-friendly thanks to the Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt system.

MasterMind & Mission Control – The MasterMind TCD display shows ride data, allows real-time tuning of assist levels, and supports over-the-air updates for continuous performance improvements. Integrated seamlessly with the Mission Control app, you can fine-tune motor settings, optimize range, run diagnostics, and secure your bike remotely.

Turbo System Lock – With the Mission Control app, disable the motor and activate the motion sensor alarm. Once locked, only you can reactivate the bike with your smartphone or personal PIN.

Integrated Garmin Radar – A built-in Garmin rear-facing radar detects approaching vehicles up to 140 meters away, alerting you via visual and audible warnings on the MasterMind display for enhanced situational awareness.

Everyday Practicality – The fully integrated, lockable, and removable battery is easy to charge on or off the bike. The Vado comes fully equipped with DRYTECH fenders, a MIK HD rear rack rated to 27 kg (compatible with child seats and trailers), bright LEZYNE front (500 lumens) and Spanninga rear LED lights, a kickstand, a brass bell, and even an integrated handlebar mirror for extra safety.

Long Range – Up to 100 km or 4.5 hours of riding in Eco mode on a single charge, making it ideal for extended commutes or weekend adventures.

Technical Specifications

Electronics

• Motor: Specialized 2.2, 250W nominal, 90 Nm torque, custom tuned

• Battery: Specialized U2-710, 710 Wh, alloy casing, lockable, removable

• Display/Remote: MasterMind TCD with handlebar remote, Bluetooth®, anti-theft lock, customizable screens

• Charger: Custom 42V 4A with Rosenberger plug

• Integrated Radar: Garmin Varia rear-facing radar with alerts

Frame & Fork

• Frame: E5 Aluminum, fully integrated & lockable downtube battery, internal cable routing, sliding dropout

• Fork: RockShox Recon Silver RL, 80 mm travel, Motion-Control, fender mounts

• Seatpost: Cane Creek Thudbuster ST, 30.9 mm

• Saddle: Specialized Bridge Sport, steel rails, 155 mm

Drivetrain

• Rear Hub: enviolo Heavy Duty, AUTOMATiQ Pro shifting, 380% range

• Crankset: Custom alloy forged, 170 mm

• Belt Drive: Gates Carbon Drive CDX, 50T chainring, 22T sprocket

• Shifter: Automatic, cadence-based shifting

Brakes

• Front & Rear Brakes: Shimano CUES 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotors

Wheels & Tires

• Rims: 650b double-wall alloy, 32h

• Tires: Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3, puncture-resistant

• Hubs: Specialized alloy (front), enviolo IGH (rear)

• Spokes: DT Swiss Industry

Accessories

• DRYTECH aluminum fenders, 65 mm width

• Specialized MIK HD rear rack, 27 kg load capacity

• LEZYNE Power StVZO E500+ front light (500 lumens)

• Spanninga Commuter Glow rear light with brake function

• Specialized commuter pedals with grip tape & reflectors

• Integrated kickstand, brass bell, and handlebar mirror

Weight

• Complete Bike: 27.1 kg (size MD)

• Weights may vary by size and configuration

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Bike and frame weights refer to pre-production painted products at the time of printing. The weight of the finished product may vary.