Specialized Turbo Tero | Class 3 Unlock |
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- Specialized have opened up a class 3 upgrade for the Turbo Tero hardtail eBike. This is a welcome addition as I was considering the VADO at my time of purchase because I wanted the 28mph speed. The Tero can now go 28mph, which makes Tero the perfect all-rounder for me!
As an update, I just picked up the Tero 3.0 and it is class 3 from the factory. No upgrades needed on the new ones. Had mine for about 3 days and love this bike.
Interesting, I just picked up a Tero 3.0 and it has a class 1 sticker on it. Honestly I'm ok with that, have zero interest in going over 20 mph.
That is interesting because he is saying his was class 2 before the upgrade. I would check with your lbs... Going over 20 mph will be something you will want soon. 😊. I ordered mine and they shipped to the shop and the shop assembled for me. Has a class 3 sticker on it. I also called the shop before picking mine up and they said yes, the Tero is a class 3 bike. Good luck and happy biking
For those that have class 3 version, does the motor have enough power to go 28 up a gentle slope? Most of my commute is uphill and I want to go 28mph without getting too sweaty.
@@ridemtns13 so I rarely use turbo on my bike. I'm normally in either Eco or Trail. In trail mode I can get going really fast but 28 is something you will do either on flat ground or going downhill. I find being in trail would be adequate for your commute. Just depends how far you have to go because Terrell will eat up the battery a bit more than eco. Trail should keep the sweat off you though. But this is strictly a pedal bike as I'm sure you know. Also...rider weight will also play at actor. So for your reference, I weigh between 155-165lbs
Great job! Really informative and helpful. Thank you!
Stoked you got some value from it!
I like that you showed riding on the road and on the trails. I didn’t know about the Tero before I ordered the Vado 5.0 SL EQ. I couldn’t find any UA-cam videos of Vado 5.0 SL on trails. So I was concerned how Vado 5. 0 SL would perform. But your video on the Tero shows it could handle both very well. I’m re-considering the Tero instead. Wasn’t sure if your Tero is a 3.0 or 5.0. I would have to sacrifice the lighter weight of the Vado for the stability of the Tero. I do like how the Vado has kickstand. I guess you can add the kickstand to Tero. Maybe by now the Tero EQ will be avail. Your video shows and talks about what I was looking for in a bike, getting around town and weekend trips on the trails. Thank you😊
No problem, I'm glad I could help talk you through my process and my thoughts! I love the Tero. Let me know what you end up with
Great - I am going to purchase a Turbo Tero 4 but was concerned about the class 1 - I will ask the dealer if he can upgrade to class 3
Love this video Trent - Love Cali too my brother lives in Palm Springs and this video reminded of my trips out there
Heck yeah! & let me know if your dealer does so! It's an awesome bike either way, class 1 just means you get more battery life and more time to enjoy the scenery!
People who say that you don’t get the proper workout with an electric assist bike obviously does not own one 🤷♂️ You can actually get more of a workout that a regular bike can’t 🙂
I'm more willing to ride!
@@TrentSiggard Yes. That’s the MOST important point. We ride more 🙂
THanks for making this!
Just order my Turbo Tero 5 today partial based on your video.
Great bike and enjoyed your video. Do you know that that bike with the motor which can use its power for speeds above 15.5 mph would, in the UK, need a licence, road tax, number plates fitted and the rider, by law, would have to wear a motorcycle helmet. Now, does that suck, or what!?
I'm not seeing where the class 3 unlock on specialized website - is it available at any dealership? How did you find out about the unlock? Thanks!
Talk to your local bike shop! It is quite confusing from Specialized.
Would have bought the Tero if this was avaliable when I was looking. Glad they finally did this. Thanks for the review
No problem!
Me too!!, I got the turbo vado and changed tires and fork to compensate lol
36T front chainring, to get to 28 mph you need to exceed a cadence of 100 revelutions/min. I've gotten up to about 25 mph, and the bike starts feeling squirrely do to the tires and I wouldn't recommend it. I'd say if you want to go that fast get a Turbo Vado. The Tero is more of a light MTB, gravel trails, do anything bike and 20 mph is a good limit.
Tero should stay Class 1, allowing it to ride single track trails.
Ordered this. Local bike shop was recommending aventon hopefully it’s worth the extra $.
I prefer this over Aventon. Perhaps their margins were more favorable to the later.
Just bought my Tero 3. Everything said it would be class 1. It does in fact act like a class 3 though. My motor provides power even when I'm at 30mph going downhill. Nice surprise for sure.
Fantastic! I dont understasnd how or why, but it's a nice bonus! (Especially because I was torn between a VADOSL and the Vado. Glad I went with the Tero.
JUST SUBSCRIBED BRO!!!!
Welcome aboard!
Trent, can you tell me more about the top speed unlock? My bike shop where I just got my Tero 5 says it voids the warranty.
Do you think this makes a good commuter? I was looking at the Vado, but I also like the off road capabilities of the tero.
100%! I got this to replace a dual suspension mountain bike that I wasn’t using to its full potential. So I was looking for a commuter with 29” wheels I could use on trails. Tero is the PERFECT middle ground bike for this.
@@TrentSiggard Thanks for the reply. I'd really like the 5.0, but the price of the 3.0 is more attractive lol.
I have the Turbo Vado SL and love it, I ride a lot of trails and gravel on it , if I was to get rid of this i would definitely check out the tero
I was debating between the Tero and the Turbo Vado SL as well. My riding style would fit either or pretty well.
@@TrentSiggard it's a blast I did 2 days of riding this weekend
Thanks for the review! Do you beive this could be a good bike for bike packing and very long rides (+100km)?
I have plans to do a 2 night bikepacking trip with it with 10k+ ft of climbing. I’ll be making a video about it in the spring
Sooooo do you think Turbo Tero can do like 20-40km asphalt trips whith those tires and its comfy?
These tires have been great. They make minimal noise, compared to a traditional MTB knobby. You can actually hear the motor wine over the sound of the tires in the video.
Is that the Tero 5? And what did you have to do to make it class 3? Also do you still like tires? Sorry I keep thinking of questions.
I made the video to answer questions! I am riding the Tero 5.0. Your dealer can update the firmware that will open the bike up to 28mph. I'm still running Rene Herse tires, love them, perfect for mixed road/dirt riding
@@TrentSiggard Awesome I have the 5 as well. I'm gonna try the tires and I'm also gonna get the whole fender setup.
Is this upgrade someone could just do on their own or does it have to be done in a shop?
Unfortunately a shop has to flash the firmware; unfortunately only a bike shop with diagnostic tools can do that.
so how did you unlock it to class 3?
Bike shop uploaded new firmware from specialized
how is pedaling this bike without assist? and how is your range?
Can you please link to the specific model you’re referring to? Too many models out there
I have the 5.0!
How can I mod this to go very fast
hello Trent, since you've ridden the ride1up lmt'd and own a turbo tero, would you say the tero is worth $700 more???
Without a doubt, get the Tero
thanks Trent@@TrentSiggard
Could anyone tell me what type of cargo bag is hanging from the handlebars?
That is called a “slap bag”
If I got a new one would it automatically have the class the on there?
no clue, as your local bike shop
Hey there, i am planing to get the Tero 5.0 but i think i have to order it, there is none close to me. All my reseach until now suggest, that i should go for Size L and not XL.... i am 186cm, can u affirm that i am right because i cant test it. I will get it anyway so as i have to order it, it would be nice if someone "personally" could give me a Feedback on his preferred size..... Thanks in advance !
P.s: I fell in love with this bike
Go for it! I'm in-between a Large and XL, I went for the large. IT has a dropper post and I don't think you can go wrong either way!
Thx alot, i found a store not far a way and the Tero in Large is on the way....yeah... :)@@TrentSiggard
Class 3 from factory or hack?
Class 2 from factory, new firmware updated it to class three (done by specialized dealer)
What kind of mount do u use for ur phone?
Peak design!
@@TrentSiggard thank you I’m picking up my Tero 3 today
Happy I got the info I wanted in first 3 minutes. Tuned out when you became a Karen about a parked car. Will not subscribe but thanks.
only comment I can relate to! Thank you!