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Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ
There's no other e-bike out there with ride quality, range, and power like this, at a weight that's light enough to carry. The Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ is best for your daily commute, quick errands, and getting around town. Extra-bright, built-in lights in front and back mean you'll see and be seen. DRYTECH fenders keep water and road spray away, and a standard rear rack is always ready for your bags and panniers. This is your go-to for local transportation.
- The MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU) is your information hub with customizable display fields to experience precisely the ride you want.
- Over-the-air updates when paired with the Mission Control App, allowing your bike to improve over time.
- Fully integrated and secure Specialized 320Wh downtube battery with optional Range Extender compatibility for up to 120 miles of range.
- Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240W/35Nm, 2x you rider amplification (180% assistance), assist up to 28mph.
- Lightweight and high-strength premium carbon fork with Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle.
- Future Shock 1.5 reduces impacts from rough roads and terrain, potholes be gone!
- Safety features including premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power, and extra-bright front and rear lighting to see and be seen.
- Turbo SL mounted rear rack, Racktime-compatible for your favorite bags and panniers, and DRYTECH fenders to keep the spray away.
- SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain for lightweight, precise performance for the long haul.
- DT Swiss R500 disc wheels paired with fast-rolling, high-grip, Nimbus II Sport Reflect 700 tires with BlackBelt flat protection and reflective accents to increase visibility.
Technical Specifications
| Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds |
| Fork | Rigid carbon fork, Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle, flat mount disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm internal depth |
| Hubs | Front: Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x110mm, Center Lock™, 24h |
| Rear: Specialized alloy rear hub disc, Center Lock™, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm, 28h | |
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Tires | Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm |
| Crankset | Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset |
| Chainrings | SRAM X-SYNC 44t, 110BCD |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette/Freewheel | SRAM NX Eagle PG-1230, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
| Handlebars | Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Tape/Grips | Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on |
| Stem | Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
| Seatpost | Specialized, alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm |
| Saddle | Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm |
| Pedals | Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors |
| Accessories & Extras | Headlight Lezyne Ebike Power STVZO E115, 310Lumens, 12V |
| Taillight Lezyne Ebike Rear Fender STVZO, 11Lumens, 12V | |
| Kickstand Specialized kickstand, 40mm mountRackTurbo SL Rack, Closed Platform, direct fender mount, Racktime-compatible, 15kg | |
| Fenders Specialized DryTech, Aluminum | |
| Bell Simple bell | |
| Motor | Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor |
| Battery | Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh |
| Controller/Display | Specialized MasterMind TCU, percentage of remaining charge, 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, over-the-air updates, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote |
| Charger | Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug |
* Subject to change without notice.
