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I got the 5.0 in July because the 6.0 was not available yet. I wish Specialized had an upgrade program. I’d trade in my 5.0 for a 6.0 and then add Body Float seat suspension.

I experienced the same issue. It’s due to the battery not sitting in the cradle tightly enough. I took mine in to my LBS and they installed a rubber piece (issued by Specialized) to hold the battery in place. Problem went away after this.

Do you guys notice that colder weather shortens your range? I usually still have 60% juice left after a 20-mile commute. The past couple of weeks, I get home with 45-50% left. I live in San Francisco Bay Area so the weather is not too cold (e.g., around 45-60 degrees). I wanted to see if others...

yes, i notice that too ...

Hi Bud - I got my Vado 5.0 in July and just broke 1000 miles. Does Specialized recommend chain, cassette and chain ring replacement every 2K miles? I havent had flat tire yet. How many have you had in 2700 miles? :) Hope none.

Yes. The new battery solved my problem. The colder weather, however, shortens my range. Normally, I still have 60% left (after a 20-mile commute). Now, I get 45-50%

Turns out I got a defective battery. Specialized is shiping a new battery to my LBS. I'm picking it up tomorrow. Can't wait to ride it again.

Thanks Vadomark. Also, I often got this error message (see attached) showing that battery % is not available even though there's plenty of juice left in the battery. When I get this screen, the pedal-assist function doesn't work. Did you encounter this too?

Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 - How to restart or reset? Bike won't turn on or charge Hello all - I'm new to the forum. I charged my bike to 100% a couple of weeks ago before going on an international trip. I just returned today. Bike won't turn on. Pressed the power button and nothing happened...