The Turbo Vado 4.0 delivers serious performance for riders who demand speed and dependability.
Built as a true commuter’s companion, this e-bike combines powerful acceleration with extended range, letting you tackle loaded cargo runs or quick gym trips with equal ease. Its robust engineering ensures reliable performance across varied terrain and conditions, while the responsive power delivery gives you the confidence to navigate urban environments or longer distances. Whether you’re optimizing your daily commute or seeking a versatile transportation solution, the Vado 4.0 bridges the gap between traditional cycling and motorized efficiency.
The Specialized Vado has everything you need for e-powered transport. It brings a balanced nature to the way it handles and superior levels of comfort. This is a true class leader of its type.
TURBO: The heart of the Vado is its Turbo technology, an advanced and integrated electric bike system that delivers an unequaled combination of power, natural feel, anti-theft functions, training tips, and a full-function bike computer.
POWERFUL: It’s you, just faster — it’s 4x You. The Turbo Full Power system senses the force you apply to the pedals and naturally quadruples it for an experience that makes getting up any hill or to any destination no sweat. Literally.
COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT: Body position and handling are optimized to deliver unsurpassed riding comfort, confidence, and control. Powerful hydraulic disc brakes reign in your speed, while larger tires provide maximum traction for turning and stopping.
SMOOTH: Stay comfortable in the saddle with an 80mm front suspension fork, higher volume tires, and a plush suspension seat post that smooths harsh bumps from points A to B.
SECURE: Vado has anti-theft lock built right into the bike. Prevent would-be bike thieves by disabling the motor with a press of a button so no one can turn on the motor without your phone connected to the Specialized app or your personalized pin. The Vado’s battery locks in the bike or can be easily taken with you. And if anyone tries to move your bike an alarm will sound. Beat it, thieves.
The speed limit at which the motor will stop supporting may vary significantly by region and is based on local requirements. It may also affect range: a higher speed limit may result in less range.
- Turbo Full Power 2.0 motor and 710Wh battery offer an unparalleled riding experience, providing a smooth, seamless, and shockingly quiet amplification of your efforts, up to 28 mph. The integrated controller responds to your pedal inputs resulting in intuitive amplification of your efforts with an incredibly natural feel.
- MasterMind and Specialized app – The MasterMind display reveals all relevant info about your ride and allows real-time tuning of support levels. MasterMind seamlessly integrates with the Specialized app for range optimization tools, advanced tuning, on-ride diagnostics, and more.
- Proven Smooth Efficiency – We designed a custom testing mechanism to analyze bumps at even the smallest frequency to increase comfort and vision. That precision, paired with a suspended seatpost, higher volume tires, and an 80 mm suspension fork, will flatten roads before your eyes.
- Turbo System Lock – Use the Specialized app to disable your bike’s motor and activate the motion sensor alarm. Once locked, the motor cannot be enabled again except by the owner.
- Fully Integrated Removable and Lockable Downtube Battery – Easy to charge, easy to secure.
- Equipped with DRYTECH Fenders, LED front and rear lights, and 27kg capacity rear HD Rack. The rear rack is compatible with child bike seats, and the bike is also rated to pull a thru-axle trailer.
- Long-Range – With a ride-anywhere range, go up to 90 miles (145 km) or 6.5 hours on a single charge (eco mode).
E-Bike System
Motor Specialized 2.0, 70Nm torque, custom tuned, 250W nominal
Battery Specialized U2-710, alloy casing, 710Wh
UI/Remote MasterMind TCD with handlebar remote, anti-theft, and Bluetooth
Charger Custom 42V4A with Rosenberger plug
Wiring Custom harness
Frameset & Suspension
Frame E5 Aluminum, mid-drive motor mount, integrated lockable battery
Fork SR Suntour MobieA32, 80mm travel, lockout
Seat Binder Alloy, bolt-type, 34.9mm
Brakes & Drivetrain
Brakes Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors
Shifting Shimano CUES 9-Speed with Optical Gear Display
Derailleur Shimano CUES 9-Speed
Cassette Shimano CUES 9-speed, 11-41t
Chain Shimano LG500
Crankset Custom alloy forged arms, 170mm
Chainring 48T with custom cover
Wheels & Tires
Rims Double-wall alloy, 30mm inner width (29″ Front / 27.5″ Rear)
Front Hub Shimano Center Lock, 15mm Thru-Axle
Rear Hub Shimano Freehub, Center Lock
Tires Pathfinder Sport Reflect, 650Bx2.3
Spokes DT Swiss Industry
Cockpit & Accessories
Handlebars Specialized alloy, 15-degree backsweep, 46mm rise
Stem Specialized Flowset, 20-degree rise
Saddle Bridge Sport, 155mm
Seatpost Suspension, 40mm travel, 34.9mm
Front Light Lezyne Ebike Mini 300+
Rear Light Spanninga Commuter Glow with Auto Brake
Rack Specialized MIK HD interface, 27kg max load
Fenders Specialized DRYTECH aluminum, 65mm
Extras Turbo System Lock, kickstand, and brass bell
Weights & Info
Product ID 277441
Total Weight 26.4kg (58 lb, 3.2 oz)
Weight Size Tested on size Medium







































Reviews
There are no reviews yet.