Turbo Vado SL (All Models) Tuning Solutions

Daddy made replacement axle and end cap assemblies so now you can have the PLANET3 even on this goddamn garbage hub! Please watch the video below for an explanation of what needs to be done before you proceed with the regular installation of the PLANET3! Rest of the installation is IDENTICAL to the installation for the Creo SL PLANET3 so that's where the link leads. This is not a mistake.

PLANET3 is a planetary gear set which reduces the rotation speed of the magnet used by the wheel speed sensor three times. For every three full rotations of the rear wheel, the magnet completes just one full rotation - effectively making the bike think it's doing 1/3 the speed it is actually doing, thus increasing the pedal assist speed limit by a factor of 3. For the Specialized models sold on EU/UK market this translates into a speed limit increase from 25 to 75 km/h (15.5 to 47 mph), while the US and Canada models limit is raised from 20 to 60 mph. If it is not obvious from the previous description of how the device works, the speed display will show 1/3 of the "real" speed the bike is moving at. Another byproduct is that the millage will be 1/3 of the "real" millage from the moment you install the device. This inaccurate display of speed/distance never used to be an issue because most Specialized e-bikes came without a screen (except road going versions), but the addition of MasterMind TCU which displays speed makes this warning a necessity: IF you feel that you REALLY NEED to be able to see your speed AND you don't feel like multiplying by 3 to get the real value - PLANET3 might not be for you. Most users never give this a second thought and realize that getting rid of the speed limit takes priority.. but, to each their own.