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All-new for 2022, Specialized's MasterMind TCU (Top Tube Display) and a 12-speed drivetrain.
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 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.
Fully integrated and secure Specialized 320Wh downtube battery with optional Range Extender compatibility for up to 190 kilometres of range - Supplementary image 📸
Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240W/35Nm, 2x you rider amplification (180% assistance), assist up to 45km/h.
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!
Over-the-air updates when paired with the Mission Control App, allowing your bike to improve over time.
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 favourite 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 tyres with BlackBelt puncture protection and reflective accents to increase visibility.
Specifications:
Frame |
E5 aluminium, 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 |
Stem |
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
Handlebars |
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm |
Grips |
Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on |
Front Brake |
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Brake |
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Derailleur |
Sram GX Eagle, 12-speed |
Shift Levers |
Sram GX Eagle, 12-speed |
Cassette |
Sram NX Eagle PG-1230, 12-speed, 11-50t |
Chain |
Sram NX Eagle, 12-speed |
Crankset |
Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset |
Chainrings |
Sram X-Sync 44t, 110BCD |
Rims |
DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm internal depth |
Front Hub |
Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x110mm, CenterLock, 24-hole |
Rear Hub |
Specialized alloy rear hub disc, CenterLock, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm, 28-hole |
Spokes |
DT Swiss Industry |
Front Tyre |
Nimbus II Sport Reflect, Blackbelt puncture protection, 700 x 38mm |
Rear Tyre |
Nimbus II Sport Reflect, Blackbelt puncture protection, 700 x 38mm |
Inner Tubes |
Standard 40mm, Presta Valve, 700 x 32-50 |
Saddle |
Bridge Sport, hollow chrome-moly rails, 155mm |
Seat Post |
Specialized, alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm |
Seat Post Collar |
Clamp integrated with frame |
Motor |
Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor |
UI/Remote |
Specialized MasterMind TCU, percentage of remaining charge, 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, over-the-air updates, ANT+/Bluetooth, with handlebar remote |
Battery |
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh |
Charger |
Custom charger, 48V System with SL system charger plug |
Wiring Harness |
Custom Specialized wiring harness with charge-port |
Headlight |
Lezyne e-bike Power STVZO E115, 310 lumens, 12V |
Taillight |
Lezyne e-bike Rear Fender STVZO, 11 lumens, 12V |
Kickstand |
Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount |
Rack |
Turbo SL Rack, Closed Platform, direct fender mount, Racktime-compatible, 15kg capacity |
Fenders |
Specialized DryTech, aluminium |
Bell |
Simple bell |
Pedals |
Specialized Commuter with grip tape & reflectors |
Geometry & Sizing:
S |
M |
L |
XL |
|
B-B Drop |
70 |
70 |
70 |
70 |
B-B Height |
291 |
291 |
291 |
291 |
Bike Stand-Over Height |
791 |
811 |
836 |
861 |
Chain-Stay Length |
445 |
445 |
445 |
445 |
Crank Length |
170 |
172.5 |
172.5 |
175 |
Fork Length (full) |
390 |
390 |
390 |
390 |
Fork Rake/Offset |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
Front-Center |
626 |
655 |
675 |
690 |
Handlebar Width |
680 |
680 |
680 |
680 |
Head-Tube Angle |
70° |
70.5° |
71° |
71.5° |
Head-Tube Length |
130 |
161.5 |
194.5 |
230 |
Reach |
397 |
419 |
433 |
442 |
Saddle Width |
155 |
155 |
155 |
155 |
Seat-Tube Angle |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
Seat-Tube Length |
415 |
446.5 |
494.5 |
535 |
Seatpost Length |
350 |
350 |
350 |
350 |
Stack |
542 |
574 |
607 |
643 |
Stem Length |
60 |
75 |
75 |
90 |
Top-Tube Length (horizontal) |
558 |
589 |
613 |
632 |
Trail |
78 |
75 |
71 |
68 |
Wheelbase |
1062 |
1091 |
1110 |
1126 |
*Barring angle values marked by their degree symbol (°), all chart measurements above are listed in millimetres (mm).
Detailed below are the 2022 Vado SL 5.0 EQ Step-Through's sizes, with their respective rider's height ranges to which they suit:
Small - 158cm to 165cm (5'2" to 5'5")
Medium - 165cm to 178cm (5'5" to 5'10")
Large - 178cm to 185cm (5'10" to 6'1")
Extra Large - 185cm to 193cm (6'1" to 6'4")
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