Turbo Como

The Turbo Como is Specialized's argument that an e-bike doesn't have to look like an e-bike — and doesn't have to demand the rider lean forward. Launched in 2016 alongside the Turbo Vado (its sportier flat-bar sibling), the Como was the first Specialized e-bike built explicitly around a relaxed, upright, step-through-friendly riding position. It's the bike Specialized sells to riders who want to keep cycling into their 60s and 70s, to parents using e-bikes for school runs, to commuters who arrive at the office not sweating. Current generation Como models run Specialized's own Turbo Full Power 2.0 motor (90Nm, 565Wh or 710Wh batteries) made in partnership with Brose, with a low-step frame, swept-back handlebars, integrated lighting, fenders, rack, and either Shimano derailleur drivetrains or — on the IGH builds — an internally geared Enviolo continuously variable hub paired with a Gates Carbon Drive belt. There is no chain to clean, no gears to misshift, and the throttle of an effortless commute.