Turbo Creo
Origin
Specialized sought to create an e-road bike that didn't feel like riding a tank when the motor cut out at 25km/h. The SL 1.1 motor was developed to be lightweight and frictionless. With the Creo 2, they acknowledged that e-road riders prefer gravel and comfort, shifting the geometry and tire clearance towards mixed-surface riding. Gen 1 (2019-2023): Launch of SL 1.1 motor, setting benchmark for lightweight e-road. Gen 2 (2023-present): Turbo Creo 2 launch: SL 1.2 motor (more torque, quieter), shift towards gravel capability, Future Shock 3.0.
Specifications
- Frame
- Specialized FACT 11r carbon fiber (S-Works/Expert/Comp Carbon); Premium E5 Aluminum on the entry Comp E5 trim
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- Shimano GRX 810 2x11 (Comp E5/Comp Carbon) to SRAM Red eTap AXS / Force AXS XPLR
- Brakes
- hydraulic disc - SRAM, Shimano
- Wheels
- 700c Roval Terra C, DT Swiss
The verdict
- Rides like a true analog road bike — natural, frictionless power delivery with no pedal drag above the 25 km/h cutoff
- Exceptionally light for an e-bike (~12-13.7 kg) with low, centered weight distribution and stable, nimble handling
- Future Shock 2.0 headset micro-suspension adds Roubaix-grade comfort without a heavy suspension fork
- Stealthy design that looks like a regular bike; strong Specialized dealer network and warranty
- Flexible range via the bottle-cage 160 Wh range extender (up to ~195 km claimed)
- Main 320 Wh battery is fully integrated and NOT user-removable — you must bring the whole bike to an outlet, and accessing it needs shop service
- Very expensive — superbike pricing, especially S-Works (~£10,999 / ~$19,000)
- Noticeable motor noise compared with quieter competitor systems
- Lower torque (35 Nm) and 240 W output struggle on steep climbs versus full-power e-bikes
- No handlebar assist remote on early builds — changing mode means reaching to the top-tube TCU; awkward charge-port placement near the crank
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