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Turbo Tero 4.0
A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Mentioned in Specialized Turbo eMTB Lineup 2023
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A$7,300($5,122)| Weight | 50.3 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 110mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver TK |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | NX |
| Motor | Specialized 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 710Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide T Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Turbo Tero is a versatile cross-country e-bike designed for a variety of terrains, from urban commuting to light trails. It features smooth power delivery, intuitive handling, and a comfortable ride, supported by features like a dropper seatpost and customizable motor settings. However, some models may have compromises in suspension performance, gearing, and weight, affecting agility and efficiency.
Versatile for multiple terrains and uses
Smooth and intuitive handling
Comfortable ride with good power delivery
High-quality build and attention to detail
Customizable features via app and display
Heavy and not nimble on narrow trails
Suspension can feel crude or lack comfort
Gearing range may not match motor requirements
Motor noise and sluggish power delivery in some models
Expensive and has some design compromises
The ride feel is smooth, easy and intuitive, inspiring confidence.
BikeRadarWe see it more as a trekking bike that can handle moderate off-road terrain when necessary.
DowntownIt’s one of the best ebikes I’ve tested.
Electric Bike ReviewIt's very much a jack of all trades.The Gear Loop
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Aug 2023 · Warren Rossiter
Urban mountain machine with slick suspension
Superb ride comfort
Brilliant handling on a variety of terrain
Well priced
Very little
But may be too off road for some
Jun 2023 · Justin Taylor
Want one bike that will both get you to work in the city and let you hit the local singletrack on the weekend? When the Specialized Turbo Tero X 5.0 showed up at the office for review, we found ourselves asking: how are we going to handle this bike? At first glance, it’s an obvious
Extremely versatile: can be ridden as a Class 3 commuter, for bike packing adventures, AND on XC single track
Natural riding experience, thanks to the custom-tuned Specialized 2.0 motor
Very comfortable as a commuter, and comes set up with fenders + mounting options for a wide array of additional commuting/bike packing accessories
Handles well on cross country single track trails – better than we expected and we didn’t even take off the fenders
Great app performance with the Mission Control app and Mastermind TCD controller
Great range: we got 73.75 miles on ECO, averaging around 14.3 mph.
You can choose the power/components you want across the various Tero X models
As with the Turbo Vado, the magnetic charger is a little hard to seat when you go to charge the bike
The fenders rattled just a little bit on the XC trails – it would be nice to have a way to easily remove the fenders
Feb 2023 · Ron Frazelle
California's Specialized Bicycles has released a new All-terrain eBike in the Turbo Tero X with a big range and appetite for adventure.
Feb 2023 · Knut Nes
Great news! The new Specialized Tero X is not a bike full of the latest innovation costing €18.000! No, this is a much cheaper bike that only comes with an aluminium frame. Check out the video to hear me talk about the bike, or keep reading...
Jun 2022
We take top-end, all-terrain Specialized eBike for a spin
Feb 2022
Price: $5800.00 | Model Year: 2022 | A feature-complete hardtail cross country electric mountain bike outfitted with outstanding fenders, rear rack, and integrated lights available in four frame sizes and three trim levels (3.0, 4.0, 5.0). Capable as a commuting platform and light off-road machine thanks to knobby 29er tires and high-end hydraulic brakes.
A feature-complete hardtail cross country electric mountain bike outfitted with outstanding fenders, rear rack, and integrated lights available in four frame sizes and three trim levels (3.0, 4.0, 5.0). Capable as a commuting platform and light off-road machine thanks to knobby 29er tires and high-end hydraulic brakes.
Excellent weight distribution and electronics integration. Lightweight, smooth, responsive Brose motor (custom made with Specialized) offers up 70nm of torque and is highly tunable with Mission Control smartphone app. Internally routed cables stay out of the way and look great.
Outstanding battery pack shape and mounting design, there's no need for a separate cover that adds weight and complexity, removal feels safe despite exiting downwards from the downtube. Magnetic charging interface is convenient and durable, fast charger is compact and capable. TCD2 MasterMind color display can be dimmed, beeps and haptics can be disabled, you can even customize readouts or remove screens.
Above-average suspension fork with 110mm travel, compression, lockout, preload, and rebound adjustability. High-visibility reflective sticker and integrated lights (which can be turned off) keep you safe. USB-C charging port on display helps maintain portable electronics. Dropper seat post makes the bike approachable and Body Geometry touch points feel great (to me). Pointy kickstand, less immediate power from standstill, front fender that clips curbs and bike racks, high price, limited availability, no equipped models in North America are the drawbacks.
Nov 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Specialized’s new Turbo Tero 3.0 is practical for shopping and the school run but will handle gentle singletrack too
MasterMind functionality is genuinely genius
Full Mission Control tuneability
Quiet, smooth mid-power motor
Good value componentry
Decent battery range
Fast on- or off-bike charging
Lockable battery and motor
Cargo, trailer and fender fixtures
Confident steering feel
Quality fast all-rounder tires
Limited gear range
Undamped fork limits control off-road
Harsh frame
| Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated &lockable downtube battery, internal cable routing, lock and front rack mount Color: Black / Black |
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| Fork | Rockshox Recon Silver TK, 110mm travel, Motion-Control Travel: 110mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Stem | Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp, S: 720mm, M-XL: 750mm |
| Saddle | Rivo Sport, steel rails, 155mm |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper, 30.9mm, S: 100mm, M-XL: 120mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Specialized platform pedal |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips, Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
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| Crank | Custom alloy forged crankarms, Praxis, 36T, 104BCD |
| Shifters | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130, 11-speed, 11-42t |
| Chain | KMC e11S, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide T, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm, Rear: SRAM Guide T, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm Type: SRAM Guide T Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Stout XC 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cardridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized alloy rear hub disc, sealed cardridge bearings, 6-bolt, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.35", Rear: Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.35" |
| Motor | Specialized 2.0, 70Nm torque, custom tuned motor, 250W nominal |
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| Battery | Specialized U2-710, alloy casing, state of charge display, 710Wh |
| Remote | MasterMind TCD, w/handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft feature, Bluetooth® connectivity, customizable display pages |
| Display | MasterMind TCD, w/handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft feature, Bluetooth® connectivity, customizable display pages |
| Charger | Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V |
| Lock | Turbo System Lock |
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| Bell | Simple bell |
First added July 30
Last updated December 29
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