Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0

The Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 is a fast, reliable, and secure e-bike designed to carry you – and whatever you need – anywhere, effortlessly. Whether commuting to work, heading to the gym, or running errands, it gets you there quickly and comfortably, with cutting-edge electric assist and premium components.

Key Features & Technologies

TURBO Technology – At the heart of the Vado lies Specialized’s advanced Turbo system, delivering powerful yet natural pedal assistance, integrated anti-theft features, a multifunction display, and a range of up to 150 km.

Powerful Assistance – It’s you, only faster. The Turbo Full Power system multiplies your pedaling input by up to four times, making steep climbs feel effortless. The Turbo Full Power 2.2 motor and 710 Wh battery deliver smooth, quiet assistance up to 25 km/h, responding instantly to your pedal input for an intuitive riding experience.

Comfort & Confidence – An optimized upright riding position and agile handling ensure maximum comfort and control. Wide-section tires provide outstanding grip through corners, while powerful Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable stopping power even at high speeds. An 80 mm travel RockShox Recon Silver RL suspension fork absorbs vibrations and bumps, further enhancing comfort.

Security First – Protect your investment with multiple anti-theft features. Using the Specialized App, you can disable the motor so it cannot be reactivated without your phone or personal PIN. A built-in motion sensor triggers an audible alarm if the bike is moved unexpectedly. The battery locks securely into the frame or can be removed to charge separately.

Smart Integration –

• MasterMind TCD: Displays ride metrics and allows on-the-fly tuning of assistance levels.

• Specialized App: Offers range optimization tools, fine-tuning options, system diagnostics, and more.

• Garmin Radar: Integrated rear radar detects vehicles up to 140 m away, providing visual and audio alerts on the MasterMind display for added safety.

Efficiency & Smoothness – Specialized’s precision engineering filters out vibrations even at low frequencies. Combined with a suspension seatpost, high-volume tires, and front suspension, the Vado 5.0 delivers a remarkably smooth ride over varied terrain.

Fully Equipped for Daily Use – Comes standard with DRYTECH aluminum fenders, bright LED front and rear lights (with brake light function), and a heavy-duty MIK HD rear rack (27 kg capacity), compatible with child seats and trailer attachments.

Technical Specifications

Electronics

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

• Battery: Specialized U2-710, 710 Wh, alloy casing, state-of-charge display

• Display/Remote: MasterMind TCD with handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft, Bluetooth® connectivity, customizable pages

• Charger: Custom 42V 4A with Rosenberger plug (100–240 V)

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

• Seat Collar: Specialized Alloy 34.9 mm, steel bolt

Brakes

• Front Brake: Shimano CUES 4-piston, BL-U8000, BR-U8020, SM-MA-F180P/P2

• Rear Brake: Shimano CUES 4-piston, BL-U8000, BR-U8020

Drivetrain

• Shifters: Shimano CUES SL-U8000-11IR, 11-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec II

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U8000, Shadow Plus Design, GS cage, 11-speed

• Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG400-11, 11–50T

• Chain: Shimano LG500

• Crankset: Custom forged alloy crank arms, 170 mm, 48T chainring

• Chainguard: Custom chain cover

Wheels & Tires

• Rims: 650b, double-wall alloy, 32h

• Front Hub: Specialized alloy, sealed bearings, 6-bolt, 15×110 mm thru-axle

• Rear Hub: Specialized alloy, sealed bearings, 6-bolt, 12×148 mm thru-axle, HD steel freehub

• Spokes: DT Swiss Industry

• Tires: Pathfinder Sport Reflect 650B×2.3 (front & rear)

• Tubes: Standard 40 mm SV, 650B×1.75–2.4

Cockpit

• Stem: Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20° rise, 31.8 mm clamp

• Handlebar: Specialized alloy, 15° backsweep, 46 mm rise, 31.8 mm

• Grips: ERGON GA30-S Custom, 134.8 mm length

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

• Seatpost: Cane Creek Thudbuster ST, 30.9 mm suspension seatpost

Accessories

• Pedals: Specialized Commuter, grip tape, reflectors

• Radar: Integrated Garmin Radar

• Front Light: Lezyne Power StVZO E500+, 500 lumens

• Rear Light: Spanninga Commuter Glow with brake light function

• Rack: Specialized MIK HD, pannier mounts, 27 kg max load

• Lock: Turbo System Lock via Specialized App

• Fenders: Specialized DRYTECH, 65 mm width, aluminum stays

• Kickstand: Specialized 40 mm mount

• Bell: Specialized brass bell

Weight

• Complete Bike: 25.9 kg (size MD, painted frame, may vary by size and components)

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to product information on the site at any time without notice, including information regarding equipment, specifications, models, colors, materials, and prices. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice.

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