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    Replaced cassette after 1300 miles Vado 4.0

    Thanks. I have been doing a bit more research and every thing here makes sense. Although my chain is in fine shape. I think I will check out the larger front sprocket.
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    Replaced cassette after 1300 miles Vado 4.0

    My chain had been slipping after about 1000 miles, by 1300 it was too annoying to ride. No adjustments could fix it. The shop said that the to small sprockets were worn down too much and replaced the cassette. Good news, it works great. Except for hills, I am seldom out of those 2 speeds. Is...
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    Took my Como 5 in for firmware update - cost me $3750

    You need to get the longer supports.
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    They said they saw errors in my motor, but it was swapping out the display that fixed it.
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    Work Stand for Vado

    The Park 10.2 is plenty stable for my Vado 4.0 LTD. As others stated the weight of the bike is more of an issue for me, not the stand.
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    They have now replaced the display and it has finally updated.
  7. Mando Dave

    Abus Cafe Lock Advice for Vado

    Abus makes an adapter. We tried real hard and could not get it to work on the back, only the front
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    Well....they replaced the motor and it still won't update. Next it a new display coming next week. sigh. At least it is ridable.
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    Here is the latest - There was a lot of weird stuff going on during diagnostics and they are going to replace my bike's motor. We will see how that goes.
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    Update: Not resolved yet. I contacted Specialized and they got back to me very quickly. (I have been impressed with their Customer Service). They resounded "I have not heard of this issue. That is certainly strange. I just ran some diagnostics on your bike and it looks like the system is...
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    LBS is unable to update firmware on Vado 4.0 (solved)

    My LBS is unable to update the firmware on my Vodo 4.0 Ltd. They tried at least 10 times, used different cables. Has any one else experienced this and what was the solution. Thanks
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    Can I put a frame lock on the front wheel (fork) instead?

    It works for what it is meant to do.
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    Can I put a frame lock on the front wheel (fork) instead?

    I was able with no problem get a cafe lock on my Vado 4.0 - everything lined up, but I do not see how it would work on my GF's Como 4.0. There is not enough room between the post and the fender, The "top" of the lock is just too wide to fit. This brings me back to the question -Why not on the...
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    Took my Como 5 in for firmware update - cost me $3750

    Sue's Como seems to go slightly further than my Vado consistently.
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    Took my Como 5 in for firmware update - cost me $3750

    Ours with the taillight on the fender is an 8/25/20 date
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