Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club)

[Stefan Mikes]

There is some useful information, which I got too late from my buddies, so I have overpaid. Let us talk only 12s Shimano Wireless Non-Ebike Upgrade Kits, which contain everything necessary for the upgrade:

• Derailleur
• Shifter (R for clamp, IR for I-Spec)
• The derailleur battery
• Charging bracket and USB-C cable
• And even a chain Quick Link.

Clamp shifter, all prices in Germany, shipment not included:

• 9250 (XTR), €690
• 8250 (Deore XT), €550
• 6250 (Deore), €442.

The -60 version is for Shimano and Bosch e-bike motors. It requires an extra cable, and its setup is not that straightforward (more expensive, too).

To compare:

• SRAM GX Eagle AXS Upgrade Kit for regular derailleur hanger, SRAM drivetrain: €400
• Wheeltop EDS OX2.0, complete kit, any drivetrain: €400.

I really regret my Wheeltop broke, its idea being far better than the Shimano or SRAM systems.