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I ride a lot (10,000 miles annually). Most rides are 40 - 52 miles. I have found that when the battery charge reaches about 40% and mileage is about the same, I am getting about the most out of the battery at the speeds I like to ride (average about 17/18). Obviously terrain, speed, wind and...

Hi Ricky! On this bike (Vado 6) I've got approx 28,000 miles. I ride in Eco most of the time but only after reaching "cruising speed" in Sport or Turbo. My speed is usually in the 17-19 mph range other than steep hills (mountains) or strong headwinds. Riding Turbo all the time will certainly...

Hi there! I live in Denver and also have cabin in Grand Lake (Rocky Mtn Natl Park west entrance). Been riding Vado 6 for several years averaging almost 10,000 miles each year! And most of it climbing from Grand Lake (el 8400) to the top of RMNP and over 4000 feet elevation change in 24 miles...

The Vado model has been around now for several years. Does anyone know of rear-rack bag that will fit on the Vado rack?

Great to hear! Probably the one thing you need to occasionally check and clean is the speed sensor magnet located on rear disc. Specialized published a tech bulletin in August recommending this be cleaned periodically. Too much grime on this sensor will cause power to pedals to be inconsistent.

Hi there! Bud in Denver here. I've been riding Vado 6 for some time and immediately trimmed about 3 inches from each side. Much better. btw where are you located?

Hi there! Bud here in Denver. I have recently learned there is a Tech Bulletin dated August 2018 that states for all Vado models it is necessary to inspect and clean the speed sensor magnet located on the rear brake rotor. Over time it will collect metallic debris from the brake and may not...

Hey John! I feel your pain. Haven't tuned into EBR lately but did today and saw yours. I, too, bought Vado 5 July of this year. Currently have 5k on it but not without many assist issues. Unlike your problems I haven't had any broken spokes but have had (and continue to have) assist...

Bummer! Sounds like something for your Specialized shop... probably been there already. Any chance it started for you? I'm certain all Vado 5.0 owners are curious for the outcome... Thanks Bud in Denver

Hi Jim! Got my Vado 5.0 July 13 and have currently over 2700 miles --- not completely trouble-free. I live in Denver and Bike Source on Colorado is my choice for Specialized. I had experienced similar issues to what you detailed and (in a nutshell) for me it was how the battery seats in it's...

Speaking of Vado just got mine today. Trying to set Sport and Eco modes to levels I want (not necessarily what Specialized has preset). Owner's manual very vague on how to adjust these settings. Anyone know how to do this? Thanks Bud So the real question is can I manipulate Eco and...

Speaking of Vado just got mine today. Trying to set Sport and Eco modes to levels I want (not necessarily what Specialized has preset). Owner's manual very vague on how to adjust these settings. Anyone know how to do this? Thanks Bud

Hey Douglas! Bud here in frozen Denver wishin I was on my Turbo X. Anyway, I know you've mentioned battery issues (and I've had some as well and that's another story) but please explain how my new 691 wh battery will differ from the stock one (thinking 429 wh?) . More power? Longer distance...

Hey Ciyrus! Like your bike! How many miles? Any problems?

Hey Douglas! I've been following you for a while and you sound like a knowledgeable guy. Aug 1 I bought a new 2015 Turbo X and have absolutely loved the bike. That said, I've logged over 3k thru Oct mostly in the mountains but with several issues: a) had to replace toggle control unit; b)...