2026 Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through
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Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through
Urban E-Bike · Full Power 2.2 · 710Wh · Step-Through · Garmin
The Turbo Vado 5.0 Step-Through is the full-power urban e-bike with easy-access step-through geometry — same performance as the Vado 5.0 but with a lower standover for those who want it. Turbo Full Power 2.2 motor (90Nm, 710Wh), Garmin Radar, DRYTECH fenders, MIK HD rack, and the full suite of commuter accessories. Fast, confident, practical.
- Turbo Full Power 2.2: 90Nm, 710Wh, up to 20mph — 4x your pedal effort.
- Step-Through Frame: Low standover, easy on/off for city riding.
- RockShox Recon Silver RL: 80mm travel, Motion-Control.
- Shimano CUES 11-Speed: RD-U8000, BL-U8000 4-piston brakes, 11-50t cassette.
- Garmin Radar: Integrated, detects traffic 140m behind, MasterMind TCD alerts.
- DRYTECH Fenders + MIK HD Rack: 65mm fenders, 27kg rack, child seat + trailer ready.
- Cane Creek Thudbuster: Suspended seatpost smooths rough roads.
- 26.05kg (57 lb): Full-power urban machine.
The Vado 5.0 Step-Through is the practical full-power urban e-bike — loads of power, massive range, easy access.
Turbo Full Power 2.2 Motor
90Nm torque, 250W nominal, custom tuned motor. 4x pedal amplification — smooth, quiet, seamless.
710Wh Battery
Fully integrated, lockable downtube battery with state of charge display. UL listed.
Step-Through E5 Aluminum Frame
Mid-drive motor, internal cable routing, wheel lock mount, front rack compatible. Low standover for easy access.
RockShox Recon Silver RL 80mm
80mm travel, Motion-Control damping. Flattens rough city streets and bike paths.
Shimano CUES 11-Speed
RD-U8000 rear derailleur, SL-U8000 Rapidfire shifters, 11-50t cassette, Shimano LG chain. BL-U8000 4-piston hydraulic brakes.
Garmin Radar + MasterMind TCD
Integrated Garmin Radar sensor, MasterMind TCD display shows approaching vehicles. Visual, audible, haptic alerts.
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 170 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Handlebar Width | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
| Stem Length | 60 | 60 | 75 | 75 |
| Saddle Width | 155 | 155 | 155 | 155 |
| Seatpost Length | 375 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Stack | 625 | 639 | 652 | 676 |
| Reach | 423 | 444 | 464 | 481 |
| Head-Tube Length | 135 | 150 | 165 | 190 |
| Head-Tube Angle | 68° | 68° | 68° | 68° |
| BB Height | 285 | 285 | 285 | 285 |
| BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Trail | 96 | 96 | 96 | 96 |
| Fork Length (full) | 480 | 480 | 480 | 480 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Front Center | 699 | 724 | 750 | 777 |
| Chain-Stay Length | 470 | 470 | 470 | 470 |
| Wheelbase | 1160 | 1186 | 1212 | 1239 |
| Top Tube Length | 585 | 615 | 645 | 675 |
| Bike Stand-Over Height | 618 | 617 | 617 | 626 |
| Seat-Tube Length | 400 | 450 | 460 | 500 |
| Seat-Tube Angle (Virtual) | 75.5° | 75° | 74.5° | 74° |
E-Bike
Motor
Specialized 2.2, 90Nm torque, custom tuned motor, 250W nominal
Battery
Specialized integrated battery, 710Wh, state of charge display, UL listed
Charger
Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V
UI/Remote
MasterMind TCD, handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft, Bluetooth, customizable display pages
Frameset
Frame
E5 Aluminum step-through, mid-drive motor, fully integrated and lockable downtube battery, internal cable routing, wheel lock mount, front rack compatible
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy, 34.9mm, steel bolt
Suspension
Fork
RockShox Recon Silver RL, 80mm travel, Motion-Control
Seatpost
Cane Creek Thudbuster St, suspended, 30.9mm
Brakes
Front Brake
Shimano CUES BL-U8000, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
Shimano CUES BL-U8000, 4-piston, hydraulic disc
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-U8000-11IR Rapidfire, I-Spec II
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-U8000 CUES, 11-speed, Shadow Plus
Cassette
Shimano CUES CS-LG400-11, 11-speed, 11-50t
Chain
Shimano LG
Crankset
Custom alloy forged crankarms, 170mm
Chainrings
48T
Chaincase
Custom chaincover
Wheels & Tires
Front Wheel
29", 30mm inner width, 32h, Specialized alloy hub, sealed cartridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle
Rear Wheel
27.5", 30mm inner width, 32h, Specialized alloy hub, sealed cartridge bearings, 6-bolt, 12x148mm thru-axle, HG steel
Front Tire
Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650b x 2.3"
Rear Tire
Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650b x 2.3"
Inner Tubes
Standard 40mm Schrader valve, 650Bx1.75-2.4
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20° rise, 31.8mm clamp. S/M: 60mm; L/XL: 75mm
Handlebars
Specialized alloy, 15° backsweep, 46mm rise, 31.8mm, 680mm width
Saddle
Bridge Sport, steel rails, 155mm
Grips
ERGON GA30-S Custom, 134.8mm length
Accessories
Fenders
Specialized DRYTECH fenders, 65mm width, extra strong aluminum fenderstay
Headlight
Lezyne Power StVZO E500+, 500 lumen
Taillight
Spanninga Commuter Glow, auto brake function
Radar
Integrated Garmin Radar, MasterMind TCD display
Rack
Specialized MIK HD interface rack, built-in pannier mounts, 27kg max load, child seat compatible
Kickstand
Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape and reflectors
Bell
Specialized brass bell
Bike Lock
Turbo System Lock
Weight
Weight
26.05kg (57 lb, 6.9 oz)
Weight Size
MD
Shipping Policy
Components:
All component items (wheels, drivetrains, suspension, brakes, etc.) ship within 1–4 business days of purchase.
Bicycles:
Complete bikes typically ship within 2–3 weeks due to build, tuning, and inspection times. You will receive tracking information as soon as your order is ready to ship.
Riding Gear & Apparel:
Riding gear and apparel orders (helmets, jerseys, gloves, etc.) ship within 1–3 business days.
Returns & Exchanges:
If you received the wrong size or wish to exchange an item, it must be returned in original condition—unused, uninstalled, and with all packaging intact.
For full details, please see our Refund Policy before initiating a return.
