Specialized Turbo Vado/Como/Tero/Tero X User Club

[Sierratim]

It looks to me that the outer tire diameter is the controlling dimension for tire fit with the Vado fenders. Tires rated in inches (28x2, etc) are generally interpreted to mean approx outer diameter x tire width. So a 28x1.75 tire may have approx the same outer diameter as a 28x2 tire, the 28x2 being wider. The Vado standard tires are 47-622 which are approx 28x1.75. As such, a 28x2 tire may fit. A lot depends on the tread design and how close the manufacturer holds the tire to a true 28 inch outer diameter. IMO it's iffy at best.

I personally would have more confidence that a 50-622 tire could be found that would fit as the applicable Euro standards are more specific as to what these figures actually mean (width x inner diameter). The tread design would need to be a similar low profile design as the spec does not address outer diameter. Seems like it's still a risk for a 3mm gain in width.

There's a good discussion of this at https://www.schwalbetires.com/tech_info/size_markings. . This site also offers a full listing of all common tire sizes with equivalents in inches and French sizes (700x45c, etc).

 

[Stefan Mikes]

The point with the Electrak 2.0 Armadillo is these are slick tyres and the grip is achieved with the Gripton component, making the tyres soft. Perhaps it is why these fit the Vado 2017 fender properly.

 

[Nxkharra]

The point with the Electrak 2.0 Armadillo is these are slick tyres and the grip is achieved with the Gripton component, making the tyres soft. Perhaps it is why these fit the Vado 2017 fender properly.

Same thread as Marathon E Plus??

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Same thread as Marathon E Plus??

Oh, no. Very different.

Specialized Electrak 2.0 Armadillo with Gripton component. My brethren thought the tyres were completely worn out when they saw them.

Schwalbe Marathon E Plus.

 

[Marcela]

Got a 12t end cog on the way, gonna change out the 11t.

Like those Electrak 2.0's.

Anybody come up with a better fork than the springer oem unit?

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Anybody come up with a better fork than the springer oem unit?

@DanInStPete has found an alternative. Besides, have you adjusted your existing fork, Marcela?

 

[TS25]

My triggers are 47 - 622. If it would work, I'd rather have 2.0" then 1.75.

My Vado came with Triggers 47-622.

Other user reports stated it's possible riding 52 - 622 but no more.

Conti double fighter III at 50 - 622 (29x2.0) are in use with positive feedback (better grip than the Triggers) so there's a set waiting in my 'spare parts department' to be mounted when my Triggers are down.

Another option could be Schwalbe Big Ben Plus 50 - 622 (28x2.0)

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Meanwhile, somewhere in Mazovia...

Post-Winter washing, lubing and replacing the inner tubes with Michelin Protek Max.

Specialized Electrak 2.0 Armadillo with Gripton component, when washed. The tyre is almost slick but the surface is soft and ensures fantastic road grip, even in the winter, even on wet surfaces and in wet dirt.

 

[Marcela]

@DanInStPete has found an alternative. Besides, have you adjusted your existing fork, Marcela?

Yeah, I've adjusted it. If it worked like my Thudbuster I'd be happy. Have an air shock on an Epic, didn't know how good I had it compared to a springer. Better than nothing though.

 

[Nxkharra]

Meanwhile, somewhere in Mazovia...

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Post-Winter washing, lubing and replacing the inner tubes with Michelin Protek Max.

@Stefan Mikes what kind of oil/lube do you use for derailleur? Same stuff that you use for chain or mineral oil or?

 

[Sierratim]

@Stefan Mikes what kind of oil/lube do you use for derailleur? Same stuff that you use for chain or mineral oil or?

Chain lube shouldn't be used anywhere other then the chain, unless you use something like Tri-flow. I don't use Tri-flow as a chain lube (attracts too much grit) but I like it for just about everything else, bearings excepted.

 

[Nxkharra]

Chain lube shouldn't be used anywhere other then the chain, unless you use something like Tri-flow. I don't use Tri-flow as a chain lube (attracts too much grit) but I like it for just about everything else, bearings excepted.

@Sierratim do you recommend to use tri-flow then for derailleur?

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Yeah, I've adjusted it. If it worked like my Thudbuster I'd be happy.

When the pest is over, think to order the Baramind BAM Trek suspension handlebars from France. The bars made my Vado rides plush and I do not have any front shock in my Vado...

@Stefan Mikes what kind of oil/lube do you use for derailleur? Same stuff that you use for chain or mineral oil or?

Finish Line 1-Step Synthetic Oil. After lubing, I'm trying to dry the oil up from the chain and any sprockets (with a rag), otherwise dirt and mud would accumulate soon.

 

[Nxkharra]

Thanks @Stefan Mikes
I ordered the same tool set... If good for Stefan then good for me.
I found the torque measures in the manual.
I will attempt to replace the tires myself.

I had few question on setting the tool up for the first time. I contacted the customer support. Great experience. They responded quickly and accurately. Very

 

[Stefan Mikes]

What torque did you use to fasten the thru-axles, @Nxkharra? No time to look for the manual!

 

[Nxkharra]

What torque did you use to fasten the thru-axles, @Nxkharra? No time to look for the manual!

15Nm per manual.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

15Nm per manual.

Thank you!

 

[Kam1936]

My Vado came with Triggers 47-622.

Other user reports stated it's possible riding 52 - 622 but no more.

Conti double fighter III at 50 - 622 (29x2.0) are in use with positive feedback (better grip than the Triggers) so there's a set waiting in my 'spare parts department' to be mounted when my Triggers are down.

Another option could be Schwalbe Big Ben Plus 50 - 622 (28x2.0)

@TS25 . These users that report using ☝, can you direct me to the link?

 

[TS25]

@TS25 . These users that report using ☝, can you direct me to the link?

Sorry no, they did not allow me to record our conversation when we met and talked (mind you, it was not in English and I didn't even ask them ;.) ).
There is a life outside Internet ;-)

 

[Nxkharra]

Got this as recommended. Hope I never have to use it but it’s in the bag now. The bag is getting heavier and heavier! Thank God it is an ebike.
thanks for recommendation.