No and I haven't even checked their retail prices because I know they will be more than many other bikes on the market with more power and bigger batteries. $4000 is crazy price for this bike.
as much love as I have for Specialized they are asking too much for too little on this bike. SRAM 11 speed and Hydraulic brakes? on a $4000 bike - SRAM? Seriously? Jesus why not just throw a shimano tourney on it and drop the price by a grand?
I have had a 5.0 Vado IGH on order since the preorders dropped. I was planning on an e-bike this year and was going to drive 2 hours to a Bosch dealer because I didn't get exactly what I wanted out of the last gen Specialized bikes. This changed all that and my LBS that's only 7 miles away is mainly a Specialized dealer, so this makes my life a lot easier to have close support and a solid platform.
@@Onimaru924 I missed those preorders and am bummed about it. I’d like to order a red 5.0 Vado step-thru with the belt drive and automatic transmission. So yeah, I’d pay more for a Vado than one of the cheaper ebikes. I’d rather own a quality mid-drive ebike, and one where I’m confident bike shops will work on it and the company that made the ebike won’t go out business, ending support for the ebike.
If the price gap wasn't so huge, this would be much more attractive. No denying a great amount of thought and effort went into the T Vado, but a One-Up or Aventon for less than $2K would more than do the trick, if not beat this bike in all-around, daily performance. That hell hill you test on has NOTHING on the hills in San Diego or San Francisco, both of which I've spent many years in commuting and errand running. The Vado would do OK, but I'd defer to a 750w that's a bit less sophisticated to get the job done. I could use that extra $2K for...a whole bunch of things and never regret not buying the T Vado!
I had a Trek E-bike for 3 years before getting this 4.0. I also had traditional bikes for years before from road to Hybrids. This 4.0 is hands down the best bike I have ever had. The power is so smooth and powerful. Love the mission control syncing with my iPhone. The ride is unbelievable between the front suspension and suspension seat. Tires are rated for 50 psi but can be aired down to 25 for an even smoother ride off-road. Being in my 70's, 20-28 I found very attainable with even power throughout the speed range. At speed it is very stable ride. Just can't say enough about this bike. I use it for exercise and photography and the MIK rack fortunately allowed me to keep my previous bags I use to carry my camera equipment and will allow me to add bags in the future.
I have a 2020 Turbo Vado 3.0 that I bought in Nov. 2020. I've put over 6,200 miles on it and it performs very well in our hilly neighborhood for this 76 year old.
@@johnnywallace8123 I'm over 10,900 miles now. I had to replace the battery recently, but otherwise the bike is working great. Hope you got what you wanted.
I have Tantalus mountain near my house. Used to climb it on trek 1500 road bike. Won Tantalus time trails in my age group several. Also did 3 cycle to sun on Maui. Sea level to 10,000 feet. Blew out my knee trying to push big climbing gears at 59 trying to match my early 40's times up Tantalus. Ended my cycling didn't try again until 72 spinning a low gear up the mountain. My knee hurt just a small amount on the steeper grades esp. as I got stronger my cardio always strong slow heart beat & large lung capacity. Have lost some of that in older age. Looked into e bikes most are very heavy & handle poorly. I did research ended up with Specialized Vado SL 4.0. Climbing Tantalus use sport mode in steep sections rest of time in eco mode turn it off for mountain downhill. My knee doesn't hurt & I'm getting in good shape turn 73 next month. I love this bike. Makes me want to ride every day.
I live in the UK in West Wales - a place well known for its hills! I bought the 4.0 2 years ago - after a trial - that left me with a permanent smile! I have never been a keen cyclist, but as a 70yr old wanted something different to enjoy the Covid Lockdown and fresh air! It is quite simply a fine piece of Engineering and quality build. I regularly complete 25 miles on half battery! Love it!
One of the best reviews of the Vado 4 on the internet. I have owned 2 Vado 4's and they are great e-bikes, and this review is spot on. My only issue is that in ECO mode with the default setting at 35/35 is roughly 112% of the motor/battery support, I can get roughly 90 miles in that setting on a full charge. In Sport mode, 75/75 setting, close to 50 miles. This is my favorite e-bike hands down. The current sale on the 4.0 makes it a steal.
Having ridden bikes every day for the past 35 yrs I can honesty say this Vado 4.0 is the best bike by far I have ever owned! Its an absolute pleasure to ride!
This bike is fast! Even at the highest speeds, it feels stable and safe. This bike also smooths out the bumps very well. I'm having one built as we speak.
One of the best ebike reviews I have ever seen. I own the Turbo Vado SL 4.0 and couldn't be happier. However, at age 62,I am have some knee issues and more newton meters torque would be welcome for all the hills in Charlottesville.
Bro, I am getting so stoked just watching this. I can tell you love it. I just test rode one of these earlier this evening, and oh man it was a delight. I was smiling the entire time.
Great review! Very thorough, detailed and informative for us that consider going into this market. The only thing I wish you would include, is metric conversions on your numbers. Even if it's just an overlay on the screen, it really helps for us that don't use anything else. Hope this is something you would consider 😊 Again, thank you for the video! It really helps when choosing what I want from a bike!
I was able to snag a Turbo Vado 5.0, and I just love it. 90% of my time I ride in Eco mode, but found myself falling back on Turbo when I attempt a ride that is a bit beyond the level that I've conditioned myself for, and that extra boost gets me back to my car with no issues. The Mission Control app and web interface are also fun and useful for analyzing your rides, and viewing accurate maps of the path taken.
I have a 2020 Vado 4.0 and its superb. I'm glad they updated it this year. I like the new geometry and things like the tapered head tube. They finally got rid of the RackTime rack too. Its the only thing I really dislike with the previous generation.
What a clean and handsome ebike. Specilaized did a great job revising the already stellar Vado lineup for 2022. New display, locking features and over-the-air software updates are huge improvements.
Really good detailed review thank you. Today by chance, I tried out a Specialized Turbo Vado 4 on a super hilly city in New Zealand. Same model as this one but with no fenders. Initially I rode along with the motor off noticing how lovely the shifting and ride was. At 90 kg I then raged easily up a notorious local hill which two 85 nm ebikes had struggled to get me up the week prior. I now have a size XL on order and can happily recommend this bike. I look forward to going anywhere in the city now fearless of its hills.
I just ordered the 4.0 step through today. (on sale for $2,800!!) After only riding road bikes with skinny tires this will be a change but at 71 with standing balance issues due to neuropathy in my feet and left leg I am hoping this will keep me riding longer in life. Who knows, maybe I can keep up in group rides now. Thanks for the great review. This is my 2nd watching.
@@hamond22 The ride is great. The front shock system is really nice. I missed a sidewalk ramp on a last second turn and hit about 3-4" of curb. It went over that like nothing was there. On a rigid frame bike it might have thrown me. It rides like a regular bike. On my last ride the power assist was off for 44% of the ride. ( Eco level 43%, Sport 5%, Turbo 4%) Since it weighs 3X of what my road bike did I do use the assist to help on inclines or keep up. There is a last long, moderate incline before the end of our ride around the lake which usually has me dropping gears quite a bit and wiped at the top. I decided to test the Turbo mode and ended up climbing it at 22-23 mph! I never riede that fast except going down hills! So I am certain it will be a big help on steeper hills to. Enjoy your new Turbo Vado. It was a mental change for me but I am liking it now.
At $100 a pop to now fill up my SUV, $4k for a fine machine like this is starting to make sense.. Also have owned a Specialized Sequoia Elite for years. Extremely sweet machine, I trust them.
The 3.0 belt version is the only ebike that checks all the boxes for me but as a full-time bike commuter I'm just so hesitant to drop ~$4k on a bike because of theft. The ride1up 700 cannot isn't nearly as nice and you're taking a chance on quality control & customer support but it still checks the important commuter boxes and costs ~$1.5k. Not only can I replace the thing and still spend less than a Vado but I can ride around with a lot less theft anxiety. If only people left bikes alone...
Idk if you're still looking but they're on sale for $2500 now. And the Turbo Vado 4.0 model that doesn't have fenders is the least noticeable eBike I've ever seen, it doesn't look much different from a Sirrus.
The rider1up 700 weighs 62 lbs. The Turbo Vado weighs 35 lbs. To some buyers, the weight is a part of the buying decision. This is coming from someone who currently owns a 60 lb e-bike and is looking at the Vado specifically for this reason.
@@ronaldmacdonald7226Hmm - pretty sure my Vado is around 60-lbs. Are you perhaps thinking about the Turbo Vado SL (super light)? That is a different beast altogether.
I'm interested in the Vado SL. I live in an apartment and want to ride my bike in the city but also take it on a train and out to the suburbs or country. I need something that I can load up on a train or carry up and down stairs if I get somewhere and there's no elevator or escalator that's working. Or load on a bike rack on a car. I feel like the SL may be the best choice, even if it doesn't have much power. Hopefully, my legs will have power.
Great review! I just picked one up 2 weeks ago, but darned snowstorms haven't even let me get the first ride in yet, so doing it vicariously through reviews for now. fit and finish do seem really incredible, and looking forward to the function as this will be my regular commuter come spring.
THANK-YOU! I have this bike already, exact model and year. I love watching reviews on it! Please review the Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 (2022) as well! I wanna know how the 90nm torque motor on the 5.0 compares to the 70 nm torque motor on the 4.0, especially on the hill test!
Great review. I've ridden my original 2014 Turbo S for the last 8 years and it still rides like new. Specialized makes great bikes and are worth the money. Time to upgrade, just placed an online order for the Vado 5.0 with the automatic internal gear hub.
@@jwdkhan13 I've gone through hell with my current Specialized 2022 Turbo Vado 4.0, my bike failed within 2 weeks of ownership. The computer died, and now the motor is dying. I've had this Bike for only 5 months!! Bike shop was awful too, full of jerks.
Great review! I just test rode one at my local shop and thought it rode just as you have reported. Thinking about making the plunge but the dealer is expecting the new shipment in any day now, should I wait for the 2023 model?
Great review I just purchased a Turbo Tero, very similar to Vado. Your spot on about Specialized products. My question is where is that trail, it's beautiful,
@@ElectricBikeReport I've ridden that trail in Washington UT many times. You chose a good spot to put that thru the paces. Now, I just need it to ride up to Veyo to get a good piece of pie.
I bought a Vado 4.0. I rode from San Francisco to the north bay 51 miles with 9% left riding in sport and turbo up the hills. So in eco I am sure I could have got 60 plus miles. This is a great bike. But don’t try to charge your cell phone with the usbc outlet because it only supports 1 amp. Come on specialized upgrade charging port to 2.5 amps.
I just purchased the Gazelle C380 + which has a belt drive and a CVT (continuous variable transmission) You may want to test one. Gazelle is a Dutch company in business for 129 years. Bosch mid drive with 85 nm.
Great review. It’s so annoying that these big bike companies don’t put throttles on their e-bikes. It shouldn’t be relied on, it’s just nice to have it when you want it.
I feel like this is an honest review. I just wish you'd include a few practical considerations like how much the bike weighs, how difficult or easy it is to carry it up and down stairs or load it on a bike rack, and remove wheels/change tires.
I loved your in-depth review especially the hill portion. We live in Maine near the White Mts with lots of paved and gravel roads and easily get 2 to 3 k vertical every ride. We are trying to decide between the Cannondale Tesdro Neo series and Vado. Where is your video taken as it looks like a beautiful area and path? Any other bike you recommend? Thank you!
I've watched this review several times and am very tempted to just pull the trigger on the Vado. One question I have is that after looking at many other e-bike reviews, how do you feel about a drive belt vs a drive chain and why do you think Specialized has stuck with a chain instead of a belt. Thanks in advance.
Regarding city bikes, they either can”t get enough belts due to supply chain, or they are behind the times, or they view ebike chains and cassettes as a cash cow to their bike shop owners because they constantly need to be replaced.
Love all your bike reviews. One thing that I had always wondered about and that is how much do you weigh? Near the end you do a hill test and I'm always curious how much total weight is actually being loaded. Thank you.
I have two e-bikes A Velotric and a Fuji e traverse Both aren’t stock anymore I’ve beefed them up lol…especially the Fuji since I had it longer. I absolutely love both of my e-bikes…I don’t have a want nor need for another ebike…and I look at reviews and I’m just like I understand but…I also understand the upgrade isn’t necessary…but maybe my frames will break but I have a cargo e-bike and something like this…don’t know why would want this ebike lol But it’s a good bike I understand that but when you have two e-bikes that meet your needs…grocery hauling etc…I also noticed the faster you go the more breaking you do…since cars have no clue that bicycles are fast most cars think bicycles are slow lol so you’ll just end up hitting someone or something lol
I love Specialized bicycles and I have owned four of them over the past so many years. I get it when you say the engineering is outstanding. I never was a bike snob and was happy with my Schwinn and Takara and Fuji - until I rode my first Specialized Diverge. I had a hardrock and while I liked it - I didn't think it was any better than my Schwinn - the Diverge tho was my first mid-level Specialized. It fit like a glove and I never got tired of riding it. As fantastic as their bikes are (I own a Carbon Diverge in addition to the Aluminum one - and a StumpJumper Alloy) let's be honest. They are too expensive. Their customer service is not anything to really mention considering the price of their bikes. Yes, they are great bikes and have a solid reputation of quality on the mid to high level bikes. Their entry level bikes are not any better than their competition and are a lot more expensive. I have yet to experience an e-bike by specialized - I have two e-blkes already and I seriously don't need another bike - especially a class 3 without a throttle and smaller battery for $4000+ Too much for too little.
Interesting review. This and the Cube Kathmandu 625 Pro were on my shortlist and I went wit the Cube as I think you get more for your money. I can’t find a review of the Cube in your list of videos. I would be interested in your take on it vs this bike.
At 16:15 seems like a lot of noise ? Is that the motor? The more you push it the louder it gets? How noisy is the bike on flat surface using mainly just man power ? My 1995 specialized rockhopper is still running for me (although it’s on its way out as I don’t want to invest money into it ) is still quiet as a mouse .
I'm considering buying this. Its competition in my mind right now is the Riese & Müller Charger 4. Given how taken you are with the Specialized, can you say which one gets the nod in your mind?
There are many factors that influence range, including rider weight, speed, weather, terrain/topography, etc. No two riders will be identical, especially on a bike with a torque sensor. Was the bike used? Batteries can experience reduced ability to hold charge over time (and after many charge cycles), so this could be a factor.
After only a few hundred dry miles from new I discovered pit marks on the chrome stanchions of my Vado 4.0 2022. Specialized told me to ask my dealer to put in a warranty claim to SR Suntour but they say rust is not covered under warranty. I am not impressed that a brand new £4000 bike can suffer rust despite never actually getting wet (UK weather is poor but I've never had this happen before) and that it is not covered by warranty. BEWARE !
Very nice looking bike and I get what the reviewer says about an ebike that behaves more like a traditional bike. And Specialized has the experience to know how to design a good bike. They've made many classics on the traditional side. For decades. When I bought my e-Bike in 2019, I, unfortunately, didn't test ride Specialized and wound up with a more expensive, but also nice, Riese and Muller roadster. It rides great, but IMO, it's not pretty. The Como is one of the rare ebikes that looks good. And it's cheaper than the R&M, which was $5700 last time I checked. And over-the-air updates would be a great thing. The Bosch system from 2019 requires a trip to the bike shop and a fee to get updates done which is total BS. Another advantage of choosing an big US company over an EU company is support if you live in the US. Try finding a Riese and Muller dealer in most states. Not happening. Even some of the parts they use are not easily obtained in the US. And yes, last time I test rode a lot of bikes, in 2019, lots of the class 3 bikes, including those with Brose motors, had trouble sustaining speeds at >= 25mph. The R&M can do it and it also gets great range out of the 500WH battery. Nice to see the Como has water bottle cages. Another reviewer always complains about the lack of them and I didn't realize the importance of them until I moved to a desert climate. If / when I ever get another ebike, Specialized will be on my list. And R&M probably won't be - too expensive, not pretty, poor US support unless you live near a dealer.
With such a hefty sticker price, I'm curious why someone would choose this over, say, a Ride1up Prodigy. I have neither, but I'm on the market, thinking of ditching my Qualibike entry level e-bike since the motor conked out on me.
A company named Brose… Sorry, but Brose is on of the most famous middrive companies on this planet. Known for building the quitest units in the industry. And these units are really made in Germany, not like Bosch, where you get made in Hungary. Maybe they should’ve gone for the 90Nm Brose TF instead of the 70Nm Brose T. In this price range, Cube and others give you the top unit.
Brose isn't well-known in USA and Specialized brands the motor as its own, so I'm sure no sleight was intended. US ebikes at retail are mostly Bosch and Shimano.
Brose has the highest failure rate of all known bigger brands. Bosch has the lowest failure rate of all. Brose is maybe building them in germany but the parts are not made in germany. I drive Bosch since 2017 without any problems and my next ebike will be Bosch powered too. Btw you are wrong. The batteries of Bosch get built in hungary. Their mid drives are built in Taiwan.
I have a Haibike 2018 Urban5s. It has 63newton meters of power. I'm in my mid 60s and I find no problem getting up to 28mph on flat surfaces. My bike has an older design motor made by Bosch. Bosch now has an 85newton meter motors available. So if you want a class 3 e-bike, forget what was mentioned in the video. The reason why I bring this up, in the video makes issue that other e-bike makers tend to market in Europe, they don't make an effort to produce a true class 3 e-bike. That is false, Specialized markets to Europe, Canada and Europe as well. Both Canada and Europe don't allow class 3 e-bikes. That all being said, the Specialized Vado is a great urban choice. The bike is built for comfort and like a tank. Front and rear light and a well designed rack for panniers included. Final note, In past years all of the Vado models were produced with 90newton meters of power. Buying a bike with a few miles and a couple years old, may save you some serious cash.
Can anyone help. I just bought this bike this week. Love it. But the hub is super LOUD when coasting. Anyway to make it quieter? Thanks for any replies
Its the shram cassette some bikers love that and its supposed to be a good thing. I just got mine a couple of days ago and I love it. The only thing good about the noise in the cassette is it let's people know your coming.
Does it have PA capability? Can I conserve use of the battery by shutting off the motor & just pedaling or will it be too heavy to just pedal from 0% climb to 4% climb? What is the widest knobby tire it can handle for gravel or single/double track?
Hopefully they fixed the issue. I sold my 2018 Vado. The buyer told me a year later that the motor fell out! Sucks I didn't have the receipt to help him out.
Can you please let me know the effort needed to use this bike without the motor assist? I just purchased the 5.0, and I am wondering if I can use it without the assist and how it fairs. I know its 55lbs so it will be much different to the 20lb bikes I am used to.
Compared to other e-bikes, it does quite well. It's for sure different compared to traditional bicycles, but it rolls pretty well even with the weight so you could do some riding without motor if you want.
I appreciate the battery range test in the different modes but without the data on the actual cyclist's power input through the pedals, your range and average speed will vary. Doesn't the bike have a meter that measures the riders input and average input? You should have included that data. If you can average 240 watts and I can only average 100 watts, won't the range be different?
I just purchased a 5.0 turbo vado. I find the range estimator from the mastermind computer to be very inaccurate. I am really disappointed with this issue at this price point. What did you find in your review?
The EBR website is in sore need of a "Filter By Features" matrix, so I can delve into things like "Max Cargo Weight" and "Has Throttle?" and "Hub Spacing" and "Motor Type".
I haven't heard or seen any reviews on the panniers that these can fit from Specialized. Are they worth it or should I be better off on other options? Needs are water/picnic stuff/groceries. Maybe my laptop if I bike to work and ditch the backpack.
I added the panniers also. The fit and finish of them is great, and they attach very firmly to the frame, so you know they aren't going anywhere. they are not expandable, so you can't fit a big haul of groceries in them , but laptop, a minor bag or 2 of groceries and incidentals for along day trip definitely they are worth it. + they really look great and 'complete' the bike.
Sam said they were among the better panniers he's ever used. You'll have your heels clip them occasionally while riding, but we can say the same thing for a lot of others too. Overall we liked them a lot.
Having a COMO 5.0 and Juiced Ripcurrent, the 750 watt motor vs the 250 motor does not make a lot of difference in hill climbing. The power is the important measure, which is NM and both my bikes come in at around 80 NM. Everything he said is correct. It is a very refined bike. I rarely use the throttle on my Juiced. The Juiced will go up to speed faster on level ground. The Como/Vados give a very natural feel, almost like biking a non-motorized bike.
They put a sticker with 250W on it. Even our European motors deliver so much more power. Units like the Bosch Performance Gen4 85Nm peak out at close to 700W.
The bike is not UL approved so I will not buy one. Specialized has until the middle of August in NYC to sell all their current e-bikes before the shops are fined $1000 for each SKU in the store. Seems they should have been spending money on UL certification instead of making new models.
Nice E-bike. But outside of personal tastes in looks, pride of ownership, a sense of superior status, etc., I don't really understand why someone would purchase a $4,000 Specialized TV 4.0 E-Bike when a $1,600 Espin Nesta equals or betters it in all practical performance metrics in your standard tests formats. I'd take the $2,400 saved and get insurance, spare tubes, tires, batteries, charger, and other needed accessories such as a helmet, mirrors, horn, locks, alarm, LoJack, etc., and still have a good deal of money left over for other needs and wants. Or buy a 2nd Nesta as a back up or a similar priced E-Bike for other niche uses. To each their own, but the performance metrics and prices are what they are, and such data is the real value of well done reviews such as those found at EBR, -- thanks for the great reviews gang !!! LJP
Because the Espin Nesta is a completely different type of ebike. The Nesta is a toy-like folding ebike with a rear-mounted hub motor with a cadence sensor. It better be substantially cheaper than a Specialized ebike if they want to sell any.
I'm searching for a 26" wheel folding ebike that goes 28-30 in top speed and that i can fit on the metro bus because them 20" 4.0 fat tires will not it won't fit . And i want something that gives me the most range on a full charged battery ?
Nothing fits that description that comes to mind. The Montague M1 is about as close as I can think, but I'm not sure if that'll be close enough to what you're searching for. it is limited to class 1 speeds of 20 mph. Battery life should be decent since it's a 250W motor.
When i watch these reviews, i am distracted by Sams "hand gestures and constant movements" Dont get me wrong, you do a great job, but please, less hands buddy. No, i would not take the Vado, the current version of the RAD City would be a much better buy, any day.
I have both , and they are completly different bikes . Lets say when you ride a rad city , it feels like you're driving a toyota , and when I ride my vado 3.0 it feels like I am riding a lexus with everything feeling very upscale even the ride.
My friend put this bike together for his son and before I knew it he was done ruclips.net/user/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L When the son came to put it together he was surprised to see it was already done. All he had to do was take the bike to get air and be on his way. My friend did not have any major problems putting this bike together; small issue was putting one of the brakes on straight; however when the son got home he was able to fix it. The bike rides well gears move correctly; good bike for the price. Wrote review after the son took the bike. Sorry.
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No and I haven't even checked their retail prices because I know they will be more than many other bikes on the market with more power and bigger batteries. $4000 is crazy price for this bike.
as much love as I have for Specialized they are asking too much for too little on this bike. SRAM 11 speed and Hydraulic brakes? on a $4000 bike - SRAM? Seriously? Jesus why not just throw a shimano tourney on it and drop the price by a grand?
I have had a 5.0 Vado IGH on order since the preorders dropped. I was planning on an e-bike this year and was going to drive 2 hours to a Bosch dealer because I didn't get exactly what I wanted out of the last gen Specialized bikes. This changed all that and my LBS that's only 7 miles away is mainly a Specialized dealer, so this makes my life a lot easier to have close support and a solid platform.
@@Onimaru924 I missed those preorders and am bummed about it. I’d like to order a red 5.0 Vado step-thru with the belt drive and automatic transmission. So yeah, I’d pay more for a Vado than one of the cheaper ebikes. I’d rather own a quality mid-drive ebike, and one where I’m confident bike shops will work on it and the company that made the ebike won’t go out business, ending support for the ebike.
If the price gap wasn't so huge, this would be much more attractive. No denying a great amount of thought and effort went into the T Vado, but a One-Up or Aventon for less than $2K would more than do the trick, if not beat this bike in all-around, daily performance. That hell hill you test on has NOTHING on the hills in San Diego or San Francisco, both of which I've spent many years in commuting and errand running. The Vado would do OK, but I'd defer to a 750w that's a bit less sophisticated to get the job done. I could use that extra $2K for...a whole bunch of things and never regret not buying the T Vado!
I had a Trek E-bike for 3 years before getting this 4.0. I also had traditional bikes for years before from road to Hybrids. This 4.0 is hands down the best bike I have ever had. The power is so smooth and powerful. Love the mission control syncing with my iPhone. The ride is unbelievable between the front suspension and suspension seat. Tires are rated for 50 psi but can be aired down to 25 for an even smoother ride off-road. Being in my 70's, 20-28 I found very attainable with even power throughout the speed range. At speed it is very stable ride. Just can't say enough about this bike. I use it for exercise and photography and the MIK rack fortunately allowed me to keep my previous bags I use to carry my camera equipment and will allow me to add bags in the future.
I have a 2020 Turbo Vado 3.0 that I bought in Nov. 2020. I've put over 6,200 miles on it and it performs very well in our hilly neighborhood for this 76 year old.
That is the information that I wanted, thanks for the comment.
@@johnnywallace8123 I'm over 10,900 miles now. I had to replace the battery recently, but otherwise the bike is working great. Hope you got what you wanted.
I have Tantalus mountain near my house. Used to climb it on trek 1500 road bike. Won
Tantalus time trails in my age group several.
Also did 3 cycle to sun on Maui. Sea level to 10,000 feet. Blew out my knee trying to push
big climbing gears at 59 trying to match my early 40's times up Tantalus. Ended my cycling didn't try again until 72 spinning a low gear up the mountain. My knee hurt just
a small amount on the steeper grades esp. as I got stronger my cardio always strong slow heart beat & large lung capacity. Have lost some of that in older age. Looked into e bikes most are very heavy & handle poorly.
I did research ended up with Specialized Vado SL 4.0. Climbing Tantalus use sport mode in steep sections rest of time in eco mode turn it off for mountain downhill.
My knee doesn't hurt & I'm getting in good shape turn 73 next month. I love this bike. Makes me want to ride every day.
I love your enthusiasm.
I live in the UK in West Wales - a place well known for its hills! I bought the 4.0 2 years ago - after a trial - that left me with a permanent smile! I have never been a keen cyclist, but as a 70yr old wanted something different to enjoy the Covid Lockdown and fresh air! It is quite simply a fine piece of Engineering and quality build. I regularly complete 25 miles on half battery! Love it!
I’m a 70 old fart from Manchester. I’m getting a turbo 3 . All the way from neck of the woods. Bicycle chain shops
Nice information as I am looking to buy this bicycle. I am going to be riding about 40 miles a day on relatively flat roads.
One of the best reviews of the Vado 4 on the internet. I have owned 2 Vado 4's and they are great e-bikes, and this review is spot on. My only issue is that in ECO mode with the default setting at 35/35 is roughly 112% of the motor/battery support, I can get roughly 90 miles in that setting on a full charge. In Sport mode, 75/75 setting, close to 50 miles. This is my favorite e-bike hands down. The current sale on the 4.0 makes it a steal.
Thanks for the comment, I need about 40 miles to use it as a commuter bike and you answered my question.
Having ridden bikes every day for the past 35 yrs I can honesty say this Vado 4.0 is the best bike by far I have ever owned! Its an absolute pleasure to ride!
Me too, I'm out on it making videos all the time 😊
This bike is fast! Even at the highest speeds, it feels stable and safe. This bike also smooths out the bumps very well. I'm having one built as we speak.
One of the best ebike reviews I have ever seen. I own the Turbo Vado SL 4.0 and couldn't be happier. However, at age 62,I am have some knee issues and more newton meters torque would be welcome for all the hills in Charlottesville.
Thanks Paul :)
Bro, I am getting so stoked just watching this. I can tell you love it. I just test rode one of these earlier this evening, and oh man it was a delight. I was smiling the entire time.
Great review! Very thorough, detailed and informative for us that consider going into this market. The only thing I wish you would include, is metric conversions on your numbers. Even if it's just an overlay on the screen, it really helps for us that don't use anything else. Hope this is something you would consider 😊 Again, thank you for the video! It really helps when choosing what I want from a bike!
I was able to snag a Turbo Vado 5.0, and I just love it. 90% of my time I ride in Eco mode, but found myself falling back on Turbo when I attempt a ride that is a bit beyond the level that I've conditioned myself for, and that extra boost gets me back to my car with no issues. The Mission Control app and web interface are also fun and useful for analyzing your rides, and viewing accurate maps of the path taken.
I have a 2020 Vado 4.0 and its superb. I'm glad they updated it this year. I like the new geometry and things like the tapered head tube. They finally got rid of the RackTime rack too. Its the only thing I really dislike with the previous generation.
What a clean and handsome ebike. Specilaized did a great job revising the already stellar Vado lineup for 2022. New display, locking features and over-the-air software updates are huge improvements.
Agreed - its a looker!
Really good detailed review thank you. Today by chance, I tried out a Specialized Turbo Vado 4 on a super hilly city in New Zealand. Same model as this one but with no fenders. Initially I rode along with the motor off noticing how lovely the shifting and ride was. At 90 kg I then raged easily up a notorious local hill which two 85 nm ebikes had struggled to get me up the week prior. I now have a size XL on order and can happily recommend this bike. I look forward to going anywhere in the city now fearless of its hills.
Thank you for watching!
I just ordered the 4.0 step through today. (on sale for $2,800!!) After only riding road bikes with skinny tires this will be a change but at 71 with standing balance issues due to neuropathy in my feet and left leg I am hoping this will keep me riding longer in life. Who knows, maybe I can keep up in group rides now. Thanks for the great review. This is my 2nd watching.
I bought too. How’s the ride? How’s the hill pulling capacity?
@@hamond22 The ride is great. The front shock system is really nice. I missed a sidewalk ramp on a last second turn and hit about 3-4" of curb. It went over that like nothing was there. On a rigid frame bike it might have thrown me.
It rides like a regular bike. On my last ride the power assist was off for 44% of the ride. ( Eco level 43%, Sport 5%, Turbo 4%) Since it weighs 3X of what my road bike did I do use the assist to help on inclines or keep up.
There is a last long, moderate incline before the end of our ride around the lake which usually has me dropping gears quite a bit and wiped at the top. I decided to test the Turbo mode and ended up climbing it at 22-23 mph! I never riede that fast except going down hills! So I am certain it will be a big help on steeper hills to. Enjoy your new Turbo Vado. It was a mental change for me but I am liking it now.
At $100 a pop to now fill up my SUV, $4k for a fine machine like this is starting to make sense.. Also have owned a Specialized Sequoia Elite for years. Extremely sweet machine, I trust them.
The 3.0 belt version is the only ebike that checks all the boxes for me but as a full-time bike commuter I'm just so hesitant to drop ~$4k on a bike because of theft. The ride1up 700 cannot isn't nearly as nice and you're taking a chance on quality control & customer support but it still checks the important commuter boxes and costs ~$1.5k. Not only can I replace the thing and still spend less than a Vado but I can ride around with a lot less theft anxiety. If only people left bikes alone...
Idk if you're still looking but they're on sale for $2500 now. And the Turbo Vado 4.0 model that doesn't have fenders is the least noticeable eBike I've ever seen, it doesn't look much different from a Sirrus.
The rider1up 700 weighs 62 lbs. The Turbo Vado weighs 35 lbs. To some buyers, the weight is a part of the buying decision. This is coming from someone who currently owns a 60 lb e-bike and is looking at the Vado specifically for this reason.
@@ronaldmacdonald7226Hmm - pretty sure my Vado is around 60-lbs. Are you perhaps thinking about the Turbo Vado SL (super light)? That is a different beast altogether.
I say it again. Very great job at every review you guys do. Probably the best reviewers on RUclips and anywhere else. !! Very good job. Keep going
I second that!
Just got my Turbo Vado 4.0 and it's just AWESOME! What a machine. As Sam says: What a total delight!
I love my turbo Vado 4.0 I just did a video of me putting on some Specialized Sawtooth gravel tires that are awesome too
Im loving my Turbo Vado SL , out on it all the time, trails and gravel are no problem
I'm interested in the Vado SL. I live in an apartment and want to ride my bike in the city but also take it on a train and out to the suburbs or country. I need something that I can load up on a train or carry up and down stairs if I get somewhere and there's no elevator or escalator that's working. Or load on a bike rack on a car. I feel like the SL may be the best choice, even if it doesn't have much power. Hopefully, my legs will have power.
Great review! I just picked one up 2 weeks ago, but darned snowstorms haven't even let me get the first ride in yet, so doing it vicariously through reviews for now. fit and finish do seem really incredible, and looking forward to the function as this will be my regular commuter come spring.
I took my first ride today, and can attest your review is spot-on!
Thanks, Craig! Glad you were finally able to get out for a ride on it!
@@craigthomas8198still happy with it? I just ordered one today
@@v0llm1lch sorry for late reply. yes hit 5,000 miles and love it.
@@craigthomas8198 thanks for replying :) that's awesome! I also love it
THANK-YOU! I have this bike already, exact model and year. I love watching reviews on it! Please review the Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 (2022) as well! I wanna know how the 90nm torque motor on the 5.0 compares to the 70 nm torque motor on the 4.0, especially on the hill test!
We'd love to see that! Nothing in the works yet, but hopefully Specialized let's us have a crack at the Vado 5.0 soon.
@@ElectricBikeReport I hope so!!!!!
Ditto from me. I'm more interested in the 5.0 and would like to see an in depth review of that also.
Great review. I've ridden my original 2014 Turbo S for the last 8 years and it still rides like new. Specialized makes great bikes and are worth the money. Time to upgrade, just placed an online order for the Vado 5.0 with the automatic internal gear hub.
@@jwdkhan13 I've gone through hell with my current Specialized 2022 Turbo Vado 4.0, my bike failed within 2 weeks of ownership. The computer died, and now the motor is dying. I've had this Bike for only 5 months!! Bike shop was awful too, full of jerks.
Great video! very informative! How is the vado compared to the giant explore E+ 1? Have you tested it?
Great review! I just test rode one at my local shop and thought it rode just as you have reported. Thinking about making the plunge but the dealer is expecting the new shipment in any day now, should I wait for the 2023 model?
Awesome review. You are bang on. I bought this bike and I'm loving it.
Glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for watching!
Great review I just purchased a Turbo Tero, very similar to Vado. Your spot on about Specialized products. My question is where is that trail, it's beautiful,
Washington, UT. Thanks for watching!
@@ElectricBikeReport I've ridden that trail in Washington UT many times. You chose a good spot to put that thru the paces. Now, I just need it to ride up to Veyo to get a good piece of pie.
I bought a Vado 4.0. I rode from San Francisco to the north bay 51 miles with 9% left riding in sport and turbo up the hills. So in eco I am sure I could have got 60 plus miles. This is a great bike. But don’t try to charge your cell phone with the usbc outlet because it only supports 1 amp. Come on specialized upgrade charging port to 2.5 amps.
How has the batter been holding up? Do you ever wish for an extended battery?
I plan to buy a Vado 4.0 or 5.0, but I’m waiting for the belt drive and automatic transmission option to become available. Thanks for the review.
Thanks for watching!
I just purchased the Gazelle C380 + which has a belt drive and a CVT (continuous variable transmission)
You may want to test one. Gazelle is a Dutch company in business for 129 years.
Bosch mid drive with 85 nm.
Classy review of a very classy bike.
Thank you!
Great review. It’s so annoying that these big bike companies don’t put throttles on their e-bikes. It shouldn’t be relied on, it’s just nice to have it when you want it.
I feel like this is an honest review. I just wish you'd include a few practical considerations like how much the bike weighs, how difficult or easy it is to carry it up and down stairs or load it on a bike rack, and remove wheels/change tires.
picking up my red one next saturday. getting pedal/toe clip combo installed.
I’ve just ordered mine!
I loved your in-depth review especially the hill portion. We live in Maine near the White Mts with lots of paved and gravel roads and easily get 2 to 3 k vertical every ride. We are trying to decide between the Cannondale Tesdro Neo series and Vado. Where is your video taken as it looks like a beautiful area and path? Any other bike you recommend? Thank you!
I've watched this review several times and am very tempted to just pull the trigger on the Vado. One question I have is that after looking at many other e-bike reviews, how do you feel about a drive belt vs a drive chain and why do you think Specialized has stuck with a chain instead of a belt. Thanks in advance.
Regarding city bikes, they either can”t get enough belts due to supply chain, or they are behind the times, or they view ebike chains and cassettes as a cash cow to their bike shop owners because they constantly need to be replaced.
Love all your bike reviews. One thing that I had always wondered about and that is how much do you weigh? Near the end you do a hill test and I'm always curious how much total weight is actually being loaded. Thank you.
Sam is around 170 lbs.
Thanks for the review. Very helpful. What does a 2022 Turbo Vado ST weigh?
We have a handful of 2022 Vado 4.0s in stock and they come in at 58.88 lbs for a medium step through.
Would someone be able to say from where the video would come from? The place is looking really enjoyable to be in.
I have two e-bikes
A Velotric and a Fuji e traverse
Both aren’t stock anymore I’ve beefed them up lol…especially the Fuji since I had it longer.
I absolutely love both of my e-bikes…I don’t have a want nor need for another ebike…and I look at reviews and I’m just like I understand but…I also understand the upgrade isn’t necessary…but maybe my frames will break but I have a cargo e-bike and something like this…don’t know why would want this ebike lol
But it’s a good bike I understand that but when you have two e-bikes that meet your needs…grocery hauling etc…I also noticed the faster you go the more breaking you do…since cars have no clue that bicycles are fast most cars think bicycles are slow lol so you’ll just end up hitting someone or something lol
I love Specialized bicycles and I have owned four of them over the past so many years. I get it when you say the engineering is outstanding. I never was a bike snob and was happy with my Schwinn and Takara and Fuji - until I rode my first Specialized Diverge. I had a hardrock and while I liked it - I didn't think it was any better than my Schwinn - the Diverge tho was my first mid-level Specialized. It fit like a glove and I never got tired of riding it. As fantastic as their bikes are (I own a Carbon Diverge in addition to the Aluminum one - and a StumpJumper Alloy) let's be honest. They are too expensive. Their customer service is not anything to really mention considering the price of their bikes. Yes, they are great bikes and have a solid reputation of quality on the mid to high level bikes. Their entry level bikes are not any better than their competition and are a lot more expensive. I have yet to experience an e-bike by specialized - I have two e-blkes already and I seriously don't need another bike - especially a class 3 without a throttle and smaller battery for $4000+ Too much for too little.
Where was this review filmed? It looks like a great bike trail.
St. George, UT. We have a lot of awesome trails if you ever visit!
@@ElectricBikeReport Thank you!
@@ElectricBikeReport I thought it was St. George. Talk about a place that has changed a lot in a couple of decades!
I was thinking of buying the belt drive version. Is that a good idea? Also, how would it hold up during winter months?
Interesting review. This and the Cube Kathmandu 625 Pro were on my shortlist and I went wit the Cube as I think you get more for your money. I can’t find a review of the Cube in your list of videos. I would be interested in your take on it vs this bike.
Hope you bought the Cube =)
At 16:15 seems like a lot of noise ? Is that the motor? The more you push it the louder it gets? How noisy is the bike on flat surface using mainly just man power ? My 1995 specialized rockhopper is still running for me (although it’s on its way out as I don’t want to invest money into it ) is still quiet as a mouse .
I'm considering buying this. Its competition in my mind right now is the Riese & Müller Charger 4. Given how taken you are with the Specialized, can you say which one gets the nod in your mind?
Thanks so much! Just bought a 2021 Vado 4.0 and am not getting the milage range they promised me. What can I do?
There are many factors that influence range, including rider weight, speed, weather, terrain/topography, etc. No two riders will be identical, especially on a bike with a torque sensor. Was the bike used? Batteries can experience reduced ability to hold charge over time (and after many charge cycles), so this could be a factor.
After only a few hundred dry miles from new I discovered pit marks on the chrome stanchions of my Vado 4.0 2022. Specialized told me to ask my dealer to put in a warranty claim to SR Suntour but they say rust is not covered under warranty. I am not impressed that a brand new £4000 bike can suffer rust despite never actually getting wet (UK weather is poor but I've never had this happen before) and that it is not covered by warranty. BEWARE !
Very nice looking bike and I get what the reviewer says about an ebike that behaves more like a traditional bike. And Specialized has the experience to know how to design a good bike. They've made many classics on the traditional side. For decades. When I bought my e-Bike in 2019, I, unfortunately, didn't test ride Specialized and wound up with a more expensive, but also nice, Riese and Muller roadster. It rides great, but IMO, it's not pretty. The Como is one of the rare ebikes that looks good. And it's cheaper than the R&M, which was $5700 last time I checked. And over-the-air updates would be a great thing. The Bosch system from 2019 requires a trip to the bike shop and a fee to get updates done which is total BS. Another advantage of choosing an big US company over an EU company is support if you live in the US. Try finding a Riese and Muller dealer in most states. Not happening. Even some of the parts they use are not easily obtained in the US. And yes, last time I test rode a lot of bikes, in 2019, lots of the class 3 bikes, including those with Brose motors, had trouble sustaining speeds at >= 25mph. The R&M can do it and it also gets great range out of the 500WH battery. Nice to see the Como has water bottle cages. Another reviewer always complains about the lack of them and I didn't realize the importance of them until I moved to a desert climate. If / when I ever get another ebike, Specialized will be on my list. And R&M probably won't be - too expensive, not pretty, poor US support unless you live near a dealer.
I live in rainy, rainy SE Alaska. Any thoughts about how the damp, cool climate might effect the operation and life of this bike? Thanks.
With such a hefty sticker price, I'm curious why someone would choose this over, say, a Ride1up Prodigy. I have neither, but I'm on the market, thinking of ditching my Qualibike entry level e-bike since the motor conked out on me.
A company named Brose… Sorry, but Brose is on of the most famous middrive companies on this planet. Known for building the quitest units in the industry. And these units are really made in Germany, not like Bosch, where you get made in Hungary. Maybe they should’ve gone for the 90Nm Brose TF instead of the 70Nm Brose T. In this price range, Cube and others give you the top unit.
Brose isn't well-known in USA and Specialized brands the motor as its own, so I'm sure no sleight was intended. US ebikes at retail are mostly Bosch and Shimano.
Brose has the highest failure rate of all known bigger brands. Bosch has the lowest failure rate of all. Brose is maybe building them in germany but the parts are not made in germany. I drive Bosch since 2017 without any problems and my next ebike will be Bosch powered too. Btw you are wrong. The batteries of Bosch get built in hungary. Their mid drives are built in Taiwan.
I just purchased a Gazelle C380 +.
Specialized are great bikes. We own two Specialized Rolls.
I have a Strava subscription connected to my Wahoo. I haven’t heard anyone discuss connectivity.
The informative presentation is much appreciated.
Glad you liked it!
Great review!
Where is that fantastic bike path you are testing the bikes?
Washington, UT
@@ElectricBikeReport a little closer?
I have a Haibike 2018 Urban5s. It has 63newton meters of power. I'm in my mid 60s and I find no problem getting up to 28mph on flat surfaces. My bike has an older design motor made by Bosch. Bosch now has an 85newton meter motors available. So if you want a class 3 e-bike, forget what was mentioned in the video. The reason why I bring this up, in the video makes issue that other e-bike makers tend to market in Europe, they don't make an effort to produce a true class 3 e-bike. That is false, Specialized markets to Europe, Canada and Europe as well. Both Canada and Europe don't allow class 3 e-bikes.
That all being said, the Specialized Vado is a great urban choice. The bike is built for comfort and like a tank. Front and rear light and a well designed rack for panniers included.
Final note, In past years all of the Vado models were produced with 90newton meters of power. Buying a bike with a few miles and a couple years old, may save you some serious cash.
Topgun Ebike #1 🥇
Does the same quality apply to the Vado 4.0 2021 bike? What’s the biggest advantage of having the turbo?
What PSI would you recommend running on that bike?
When are you doing the 5.0 igh?
From San Antonio, Well Done!!
We just bought two Aventon Pace 500 bikes based off of your reviews :). We like them, but wonder if we should have considered the Specialized.
Both are great bikes :)
Can anyone help. I just bought this bike this week. Love it. But the hub is super LOUD when coasting. Anyway to make it quieter? Thanks for any replies
We have two of these - a previous generation and this version - and yep, the hub is loud on both when coasting. No idea why.
Its the shram cassette some bikers love that and its supposed to be a good thing. I just got mine a couple of days ago and I love it. The only thing good about the noise in the cassette is it let's people know your coming.
Does it have PA capability? Can I conserve use of the battery by shutting off the motor & just pedaling or will it be too heavy to just pedal from 0% climb to 4% climb? What is the widest knobby tire it can handle for gravel or single/double track?
I test drove it, pedaling without motor is absolutely doable.
What saddlebags are these?
What if you don't have internet connection. You would have to take it to the store anyway?
Any thoughts on the brose motor failures the specialized bikes are known for? That’s the only thing keeping me from getting this. Thanks
Hopefully they fixed the issue. I sold my 2018 Vado. The buyer told me a year later that the motor fell out! Sucks I didn't have the receipt to help him out.
Can you please let me know the effort needed to use this bike without the motor assist? I just purchased the 5.0, and I am wondering if I can use it without the assist and how it fairs. I know its 55lbs so it will be much different to the 20lb bikes I am used to.
Compared to other e-bikes, it does quite well. It's for sure different compared to traditional bicycles, but it rolls pretty well even with the weight so you could do some riding without motor if you want.
Weight is the most important point besides tires when driving an ebike without assistance. Imo.
What bags is that? Thank you!
I appreciate the battery range test in the different modes but without the data on the actual cyclist's power input through the pedals, your range and average speed will vary. Doesn't the bike have a meter that measures the riders input and average input? You should have included that data. If you can average 240 watts and I can only average 100 watts, won't the range be different?
I have it in Black and I love it ❤
Has somebody a qwic mdb e bike? And what are your experience whit this bike?
I just purchased a 5.0 turbo vado. I find the range estimator from the mastermind computer to be very inaccurate. I am really disappointed with this issue at this price point. What did you find in your review?
Yall gotta try the Serial 1 Rush CTY Speed if you like this one
Can this bike handle light trail use?
I prefer the lighter, less powerful SL but yah. :)
great review
The EBR website is in sore need of a "Filter By Features" matrix, so I can delve into things like "Max Cargo Weight" and "Has Throttle?" and "Hub Spacing" and "Motor Type".
What is the weight and torque?
I thought you were drying car mats, then I did a double take and realized those are saddlebags.
The bicycle is the most significant socially levelling invention ever.
Selling them at £4k is NOT socially levelling. lol
Billy Bragg - Not happy about this! Just image a coal miner going to work on a 4k e bike in the 70’s!
I haven't heard or seen any reviews on the panniers that these can fit from Specialized. Are they worth it or should I be better off on other options? Needs are water/picnic stuff/groceries. Maybe my laptop if I bike to work and ditch the backpack.
I added the panniers also. The fit and finish of them is great, and they attach very firmly to the frame, so you know they aren't going anywhere. they are not expandable, so you can't fit a big haul of groceries in them , but laptop, a minor bag or 2 of groceries and incidentals for along day trip definitely they are worth it. + they really look great and 'complete' the bike.
Sam said they were among the better panniers he's ever used. You'll have your heels clip them occasionally while riding, but we can say the same thing for a lot of others too. Overall we liked them a lot.
Neat bike, but the range appears quite low to me. I've gone almost twice of that on a Giant ebike with a Yamaha motor.
Since when is 250W motor a full power motor here in USA?
Having a COMO 5.0 and Juiced Ripcurrent, the 750 watt motor vs the 250 motor does not make a lot of difference in hill climbing. The power is the important measure, which is NM and both my bikes come in at around 80 NM. Everything he said is correct. It is a very refined bike. I rarely use the throttle on my Juiced. The Juiced will go up to speed faster on level ground. The Como/Vados give a very natural feel, almost like biking a non-motorized bike.
Torque is much more important on a mid drive than wattage. 250w is also just the nominal wattage, not the peak.
They put a sticker with 250W on it. Even our European motors deliver so much more power. Units like the Bosch Performance Gen4 85Nm peak out at close to 700W.
@@Benjamin_Jehne which bikes have the Bosch Gen 4 motor besides R & M?
@@dotjohnson231 If you named R&M, some cheaper but comparable bike would be the Cube Kathmandu. They’re a joy to ride.
Can you review the Canyon Pathlite ON 5 SUV? I’d love to know what you guys think. Thanks.
Looks like a cool bike! With a Bosch drive system, I'd expect good things. We'll look into it!
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I would love to see a comparison between this bike and the Ride1up Prodigy.
The bike is not UL approved so I will not buy one. Specialized has until the middle of August in NYC to sell all their current e-bikes before the shops are fined $1000 for each SKU in the store. Seems they should have been spending money on UL certification instead of making new models.
All the specialized ebikes are UL listed
Nice E-bike. But outside of personal tastes in looks, pride of ownership, a sense of superior status, etc., I don't really understand why someone would purchase a $4,000 Specialized TV 4.0 E-Bike when a $1,600 Espin Nesta equals or betters it in all practical performance metrics in your standard tests formats. I'd take the $2,400 saved and get insurance, spare tubes, tires, batteries, charger, and other needed accessories such as a helmet, mirrors, horn, locks, alarm, LoJack, etc., and still have a good deal of money left over for other needs and wants. Or buy a 2nd Nesta as a back up or a similar priced E-Bike for other niche uses. To each their own, but the performance metrics and prices are what they are, and such data is the real value of well done reviews such as those found at EBR, -- thanks for the great reviews gang !!! LJP
Thanks for your input, Louis! And thanks for watching!
Because the Espin Nesta is a completely different type of ebike. The Nesta is a toy-like folding ebike with a rear-mounted hub motor with a cadence sensor. It better be substantially cheaper than a Specialized ebike if they want to sell any.
NOTE: You're using the word "adopting" where you mean "adapting". Common error.
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Where is this bike path you’re on?
Washington, UT.
I'm searching for a 26" wheel folding ebike that goes 28-30 in top speed and that i can fit on the metro bus because them 20" 4.0 fat tires will not it won't fit . And i want something that gives me the most range on a full charged battery ?
holy grail
Nothing fits that description that comes to mind. The Montague M1 is about as close as I can think, but I'm not sure if that'll be close enough to what you're searching for. it is limited to class 1 speeds of 20 mph. Battery life should be decent since it's a 250W motor.
250 watt motor?! That’s some weak sauce. What happened to the standard 750 watt motor?!
There isn't really a standard.
250 Watts NOMINAL, I have this exact bike. The motor peaks much higher than 250 watts. I’ve seen it push close to 700 watts before.
This looks similar to my Giant Quick E e bicycle.
Is it me or is it loud?
When i watch these reviews, i am distracted by Sams "hand gestures and constant movements" Dont get me wrong, you do a great job, but please, less hands buddy. No, i would not take the Vado, the current version of the RAD City would be a much better buy, any day.
I have both , and they are completly different bikes . Lets say when you ride a rad city , it feels like you're driving a toyota , and when I ride my vado 3.0 it feels like I am riding a lexus with everything feeling very upscale even the ride.
There is a reason the price tag is high. The advanced mid drive motor alone is a big improvement.
Sure if you can't afford the Specialized. Go with whatever suits your wallet.
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My friend put this bike together for his son and before I knew it he was done ruclips.net/user/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L When the son came to put it together he was surprised to see it was already done. All he had to do was take the bike to get air and be on his way. My friend did not have any major problems putting this bike together; small issue was putting one of the brakes on straight; however when the son got home he was able to fix it. The bike rides well gears move correctly; good bike for the price. Wrote review after the son took the bike. Sorry.