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Bosch Smart System (BES3)Which replacement battery fits a Specialized Turbo Vado (Bosch smart-system trims)?
The replacement battery that fits a Specialized Turbo Vado (Bosch smart-system trims), the charger it uses, and what not to buy.
Fits with the Bosch PowerTube 625 (smart system). A Specialized Turbo Vado (Bosch smart-system trims) runs the Bosch Smart System (BES3), so the replacement battery is the Bosch PowerTube 625 (smart system) (625 Wh, 36 V, BES3).
| Bike | Specialized Turbo Vado (Bosch smart-system trims) |
|---|---|
| Drive system | Bosch Smart System (BES3) |
| Battery that fits | Bosch PowerTube 625 (smart system) (625 Wh, 36 V, BES3) |
| Charge port | Bosch smart-system round charge port |
| Charger | Bosch Standard Charger 4A (smart system) |
Bosch-powered Turbo Vado trims use the smart system, so the fit is a smart-system PowerTube such as the 625 Wh.
Do not confuse the Bosch Vado with the Brose-based Turbo Levo, which uses a Specialized M2/M3 pack and a Rosenberger port instead.
Sources: Urban Arrow Service Center, Differences between Bosch eBike System 2 (BES2) and Smart System (BES3) · Qiolor, Bosch e-bike motor compatibility explained · Bosch eBike Systems, PowerTube and CompactTube batteries