{"id":46806,"date":"2023-02-28T18:00:46","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T17:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=717855"},"modified":"2023-02-28T18:36:14","modified_gmt":"2023-02-28T17:36:14","slug":"electric-specialized-turbo-tero-x-harnesses-mountain-bike-tech-for-cargo-laden-exploration","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/electric-specialized-turbo-tero-x-harnesses-mountain-bike-tech-for-cargo-laden-exploration\/","title":{"rendered":"Electric Specialized Turbo Tero X harnesses mountain bike tech for cargo-laden exploration"},"content":{"rendered":"

Full suspension meets 90Nm electric motor, 12-speed SRAM Eagle drivetrain and 20kg-capacity rear rack <\/p>

By Jack Evans\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 28 February 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Specialized has launched the Turbo Tero X, an electric bike designed for transporting heavy loads over rough surfaces in comfort.<\/p>\n

The new full-suspension \u201cSUV in ebike form\u201d has the range and carrying capacity for a weekend camping trip or a full grocery shop with children in tow, according to the brand.<\/p>\n

The Turbo Tero X will sit alongside the existing hardtail Specialized Turbo Tero<\/a> in the brand\u2019s electric mountain bike <\/a>range.<\/p>\n

Besides rear suspension, the Turbo Tero X gains a further 20mm of front travel versus the Turbo Tero, plus more features of the best commuter bikes<\/a> as standard.<\/p>\n

The entry-level Turbo Tero X 4.0 costs \u00a34,000 \/ $4,500 \/ \u20ac4,350 \/ AU$7,200. The mid-tier Turbo Tero X 5.0 costs \u00a35,000 \/ $5,500 \/ \u20ac5,200 \/ AU$8,900, while the top-spec Turbo Tero X 6.0 costs \u00a36,000 \/ $6,500 \/ \u20ac6,200 \/ AU$10,900.<\/p>\n

Electric cargo and mountain bike mash-up<\/h2>\n
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Strap on skiis. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Carry your climbing gear. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Shred to the shoreline with your fishing tackle. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

The whole Turbo Tero X range is equipped with a kickstand, <\/span>mudguards<\/span><\/a>, integrated <\/span>front and rear bike lights<\/span><\/a> and a 20kg-capacity rear rack.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Furthermore, the Turbo Tero X can accommodate the Specialized Front Rack and Adventure Plate. These can carry an additional 10kg in total.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In order to fit a rear trailer, Specialized says the rider can swap the standard thru-axle for a trailer-compatible 148x12mm thru-axle. The tow limit of 60kg is enough to carry children, according to the brand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Specialized says the Turbo Tero X keeps you comfortable, dry and fresh. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The Specialized faceplate comes away to attach a front rack. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Yours and the motor\u2019s power output are displayed too. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The Turbo System records rides, which can be synced to third-party apps. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The bike\u2019s size and power require chunky disc brake rotors to stop it. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The front light on the Turbo Tero X 6 pumps out 1,000 lumens.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The Rockshox fork gives 130mm of front travel. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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A lever on the left-hand shifter controls the dropper seatpost. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The rear light illuminates when you brake. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Specialized says the combination of 130mm of front and 120mm of rear travel enables the rider to remain seated over potholes, bumps and rocks, without causing excessive movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The handlebar-actuated <\/span>dropper post<\/span><\/a> is included to make the bike easier to dismount \u2013 for example, at traffic lights when <\/span>riding to work<\/span><\/a> \u2013 according to the US brand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>mullet setup<\/span><\/a> pairs a 29in front wheel with a 27.5in rear wheel. Specialized says this is to lower the rider\u2019s centre of gravity, which should increase ride stability and control.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The exception is on the smallest frame size, where both wheels are 27.5in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Specialized Turbo Tero X motor, battery and e-system<\/h2>\n
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The Turbo Tero X has a relaxed, upright riding position.<\/span><\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The Specialized Turbo Tero X is powered by a proprietary 250W electric bike motor<\/a>. The Turbo Tero X 5.0 and Turbo Tero X 6.0 each have a 710Wh battery, while the Turbo Tero X 4.0 drops down to 530Wh capacity.<\/p>\n

Specialized estimates the range is up to 130km in Eco mode at 25km\/h or up to 110km at 32km\/h, depending on the type of battery and motor.<\/p>\n

The bikes use Specialized\u2019s Turbo System display. It has Eco, Trail and Turbo modes, while the \u2018Microshift\u2019 option enables the rider to adjust assistance level in 10 per cent increments.<\/p>\n

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The lockable and removable battery is from Specialized\u2019s own electric bike system.<\/span><\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The removable battery is housed in the down tube. It can be charged on and off the bike and locked with a supplied key.<\/p>\n

The bottom bracket mount can carry a bike lock<\/a>, although this isn\u2019t supplied with the bike.<\/p>\n

For additional security, the \u2018Turbo System Lock\u2019 disables the electric bike motor and activates a motion sensor. This triggers an alarm if someone moves the bike without unlocking it via the Mission Control app on your smartphone.<\/p>\n

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Unusually for a mountain bike, bolt-on steel mudguards are included on all three models.<\/span><\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The rider can also connect a heart rate monitor<\/a> via Bluetooth or ANT+ to the Turbo System. Using the Smart Control option, the rider can tailor the level of motor assist to maintain a specific heart-rate range.<\/p>\n

Software updates to the Turbo Tero X come through the Mission Control app over Bluetooth.<\/p>\n

Specialized Turbo Tero X range and spec<\/h2>\n
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Each of the three builds has a claimed weight of about 26kg.<\/span><\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The bikes are built around the same Specialized E5-level aluminium frame.<\/p>\n

The more expensive models are equipped with higher-spec 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle drivetrains<\/a>, RockShox suspension forks<\/a> and more powerful motors and batteries.<\/p>\n

Specialized Turbo Tero X 4.0<\/h3>\n
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The Turbo Tero X 4 starts the range.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Fork<\/strong>: RockShox Recon Silver RL, lockout, 130mm, mudguard mounts<\/p>\n

Shock<\/strong>: RockShox Deluxe Select R, 45x190mm<\/p>\n

Motor<\/strong>: Specialized 2.0E, 50Nm torque, 250W<\/p>\n

Battery<\/strong>: Specialized U2-530, 530Wh<\/p>\n

Drivetain<\/strong>: SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed<\/p>\n

Front brake<\/strong>: SRAM G2 RE, E-MTB specific brake, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic, 200mm rotor<\/p>\n

Rear brake<\/strong>: Praxis forged M30<\/p>\n

Wheels<\/strong>: Roval Traverse 27.5, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready<\/p>\n

Tyres<\/strong>: Ground Control Grid T7, 2Bliss Ready<\/p>\n

Lights<\/strong>: Lezyne ebike Classic STV50 E500, 500 Lumen, 12V<\/p>\n

Handlebar<\/strong>: Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp<\/p>\n

Stem<\/strong>: Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm<\/p>\n

Seatpost<\/strong>: TranzX dropper, 34.9mm<\/p>\n

Weight<\/strong>: 26.7kg<\/p>\n

Specialized Turbo Tero X 5.0<\/h3>\n
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The mid-range Turbo Tero X 5 gets a larger battery and more powerful motor.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Fork<\/strong>: RockShox 35 Silver TK, lockout, 130mm, mudguard mounts<\/p>\n

Shock<\/strong>: RockShox Deluxe Select R, 45x190mm<\/p>\n

Motor<\/strong>: Specialized 2.0, 70Nm torque, 250W<\/p>\n

Battery<\/strong>: Specialized U2-710, 710Wh<\/p>\n

Drivetain<\/strong>: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed<\/p>\n

Front brake<\/strong>: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 220mm<\/p>\n

Rear brake<\/strong>: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm<\/p>\n

Wheels<\/strong>: Roval Traverse 27.5, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready<\/p>\n

Tyres<\/strong>: Ground Control Grid T7, 2Bliss Ready<\/p>\n

Front light<\/strong>: Lezyne ebike super STVZO E600, 600 Lumen, 12V<\/p>\n

Rear light<\/strong>: Lezyne ebike fender rear STVZO, 12V<\/p>\n

Handlebar<\/strong>: Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp<\/p>\n

Stem<\/strong>: Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm<\/p>\n

Seatpost<\/strong>: TranzX dropper, 34.9mm<\/p>\n

Weight<\/strong>: 27.2kg<\/p>\n

Specialized Turbo Tero X 6.0<\/h3>\n
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The Turbo Tero X 6 is fitted with a 90Nm motor and SRAM X01 Eagle drivetrain.<\/span><\/figcaption> Chris Teagles \/ Specialized <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Fork<\/strong>: RockShox Lyric Select+, 130mm<\/p>\n

Shock<\/strong>: RockShox Deluxe Select+ 45x190mm<\/p>\n

Motor<\/strong>: Specialized Full Power 2.2, 250W \/ 90Nm<\/p>\n

Battery<\/strong>: 710Wh<\/p>\n

Drivetrain<\/strong>: SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed<\/p>\n

Front brake<\/strong>: SRAM Code RSC, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm<\/p>\n

Rear brake<\/strong>: SRAM Code RSC, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm<\/p>\n

Wheels<\/strong>: Roval Traverse 27.5, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready<\/p>\n

Tyres<\/strong>: Ground Control Grid T7, 2Bliss Ready<\/p>\n

Front lights<\/strong>: Lezyne ebike Super HB STVZO E1000, 1,000 lumen, 12V<\/p>\n

Rear light<\/strong>: Lezyne ebike fender brake alert STVZO, 12V<\/p>\n

Handlebar<\/strong>: Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp<\/p>\n

Stem<\/strong>: Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm<\/p>\n

Seatpost<\/strong>: X-Fusion Manic, handlebar remote, 34.9mm<\/p>\n

Weight<\/strong>: 26.4kg<\/p>\n

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