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  1. Ron in MO

    Known Issues & Problems with Specialized Products + Help, Solutions & Fixes

    An update on what I thought was a software issue with my controller. My control systems started rebooting continuously again back on October 26 and I had to put my bike back in the shop again. This time the dealer went deeper into diagnosing the issue with Specialized, who approved a warranty...
  2. Ron in MO

    Known Issues & Problems with Specialized Products + Help, Solutions & Fixes

    Thanks for the information! I have two batteries and the LBS only updated the one on my bike when I took it in. I'll be curious to see if it starts acting up again when I use my spare battery?
  3. Ron in MO

    Known Issues & Problems with Specialized Products + Help, Solutions & Fixes

    Possibly, but other than when in the middle of Kansas, I normally have excellent signal strength on my iPhone. I probably should have asked more questions at the LBS. I'm not sure if my controller needs both software and firmware updates. I'm just happy to have it back and working properly. It's...
  4. Ron in MO

    Known Issues & Problems with Specialized Products + Help, Solutions & Fixes

    I just encountered a strange problem with my 2022 Turbo Vado 5.0. while on my cycling vacation in Kansas a few weeks ago. The controller would start recycling while I was riding and after it booted up again, it would not let me change pas levels or try to change display screens. In fact, hitting...
  5. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Yes. If you can find one.
  6. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Thanks, Stefan!
  7. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Well, I finally received a correct Specialized 710Wh battery for my Vado. 🎉 The customer service at Sierra Bicycle Supply was great to work with! After finding out the correct part number it only took a couple weeks to have it in my hands and they honored the original $1099 price I paid for...
  8. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    I hope so, otherwise our bikes are getting like electric cars where replacement batteries cost a third the price or more of the vehicle's original cost. 😳
  9. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Good to know. Thanks
  10. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Thanks for all the input on my original battery question. I do ride with a 80-90 cadence and use my gears to keep me there. Just like a normal bike, so I feel that I'm doing my best to help the engine to conserve energy. That said, I've been able to get close to 70 miles out of my battery on...
  11. Ron in MO

    New E-Bike Owner from Missouri

    Indianajo, I enjoyed hearing about your riding experiences and hope your health stays good now. I'll be riding a lot on the Katy Trail and many other bikeways around the St Louis area. In fact my brother and I are heading to the west side of Missouri later this month to ride the Rock Island Spur...
  12. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Not a problem. Everyone learns more about our bikes this way.
  13. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Thanks. This will help when I go to my dealership tomorrow. Funny though that no one advertises this battery as available for purchase direct to the consumer.
  14. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    I'm hoping to get about 60 miles per battery. Riding 26 miles this morning, I used almost 40% of the fully charged battery. Guess I'll be checking with my dealership tomorrow to see if they can order the battery. I was hoping to find an internet business that would sell the Specialized batteries...
  15. Ron in MO

    My new Vado 5.0 IGH is home

    Very nice, Tony! I just got my Vado 5.0 last week and already have fallen in love with it.
  16. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    Yes, it's a very good battery to come stock on my bike. It's just that my brother and I will be taking long rides (over a hundred miles, over several days) that require camping and we don't always have electric to charge the main battery, so it's important to have a second if we want to continue...
  17. Ron in MO

    New E-Bike Owner from Missouri

    Hi everyone! I just stopped riding motorcycles and decided to get back into cycling again to help me stay healthy as I move into my seventies. Got a great deal on a Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 and have made a few changes to make it fit me better. I've been on a few short rides getting use to all...
  18. Ron in MO

    Turbo Vado 710Wh Battery ?

    I'm sure this question has come up before, but does anyone know where I can get a second 710Wh battery for my 2022 Turbo Vado 5.0? I've seen discussions about the inflated price, but I can't find anyone stating where you can buy one. Even Specialized doesn't show them one their website. Help...
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