Beeline: The Turbo Vado 1.0 is the first model within the exceptional Turbo Vado range, offering a smooth powerful motor for a quiet ride with the power coming on seamlessly. Like all electric bikes, the speed is capped at 25 kph (approx. 15.5mph). This means that the bike does the hard part for you, assisting with acceleration from traffic lights, uphill and generally when the going is tough!
One of the great features of the Vado range is the battery, which is good for 700 full recharges. To clarify, this means if it is charged for a ¼ of a full charge, this would still leave 699 & ¾! One of the re-occurring questions is of run times, but this varies according to the amount the battery is drained, but all the anecdotal evidence and reports we have received from customers is good, lasting for 6-8 hours without being fully drained. Furthermore, through the custom computer on the bars you can monitor battery usage.
This Vado 1.0 uses a 400wh battery, which is integrated into the frame for great ride characteristics and handling, using a key to easily remove and fit the battery, not to mention it looks a lot nicer than a slapped on battery!
The motor is made by Brose (who make motors and electric parts for 50% of the automotive market) and can be run in three modes: Eco, Sport and Turbo – providing 20%, 50% and 100% support respectively, and these can be adjusted with a simple toggle of a button on the bars.
The Vado 1.0 comes equipped with suspension forks for absorption of bumps and vibrations from road or track, aided by wide 47mm tyres for a stable ride. The drivetrain is Shimano 8 speed Acera on a single 40T chainring front and Tektro hydraulic discs provides powerful braking.
This is a great bike for commuting on, or simply taking out on leisure rides, assisting with the tough stuff and delivering riding pleasure.
Specialized: What's the one thing that comes to mind when you think about riding a Turbo? We'll help you if you haven't ridden one yet: A smile! It's the one thing that you can't help but have on your face when you're riding a Turbo, and the Vado 1.0 is no exception.
Beginning with the integrated Specialized 1.2E motor, the Vado proves itself as the ultimate city bike. It features a silently operating design with our Custom Rx Street tune that takes the output and makes it the most usable for the urban environment. Think of it this way: The more power you put out, the more power the motor puts out, and this makes accelerations from a standstill both quick and efficient. The belt driven motor is also smooth, silent, and free of annoying vibrations. Perfect.
For the Vado 1.0, we developed a custom Specialized U1-400 battery that seamlessly integrates into the frame, is lockable, and is easily removable for simplified charging. In other words, with a top speed of 28mph, there's plenty of juice to take you to and from work, make a trip to the grocery store, or to even head over to that new café on the other side of town.
We also developed a custom 2.2-inch smart computer that lets you view your battery level and toggle various ride metrics such as speed, distance, and time. You can also peruse these screens via the custom handlebar remote without ever removing your hands from the bars.
To top off all of these innovative features, we chose a wallet-friendly build for the Turbo Vado 1.0, so it features a range of Shimano 8-speed components and powerful hydraulic disc brakes that stop on a dime.
The Vado features a lightweight alloy frame that’s been designed with our Fitness/Transportation Geometry.
The Vado’s Specialized 1.2E motor is fully integrated with the frame, and it's also been custom-tuned for city riding. It intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling, so the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible.
We made the custom 400 Wh battery to be fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It communicates with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range.
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The Vado features a lightweight alloy frame thats been designed with our fitness/transportation geometry.
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The Vado's Specialized 1.2e motor is fully integrated with the frame, and it's also been custom-tuned for city riding. It intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling, so the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible.
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We made the custom 400 wh battery to be fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It communicates with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range.