2023 Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ
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Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ
Super-Light E-Bike · EQ · Future Shock 1.5
Meet the Vado SL — super-light e-bike designed to take on anything from daily commutes through urban landscapes to clocking faster workouts. Weighing 40% less than the full-power Vado, there's no other electric bike out there with ride quality, range, and power like this. The EQ "Equipment" build adds all the essentials for daily riding.
- SL 1.1 Motor: Peak 240W, 35Nm torque, 2x rider amplification (180%), up to 28 mph.
- 320Wh Battery: Up to 80 miles (130 km) range. Optional Range Extender adds up to 120 miles total.
- Future Shock 1.5: Suspension inside the headtube smooths rough roads and potholes.
- Carbon Fork: Lightweight and high-strength rigid carbon fork with Boost 12x110mm.
- SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed: Lightweight, precise shifting for the long haul — 11-50t cassette.
- City-Ready EQ: Turbo SL rack (15kg), DRYTECH fenders, LED lights — everything you need to commute.
Whether you're going fast or far or both, the Vado SL EQ provides the confidence to do it all at a fraction of the weight.
SL 1.1 Motor
Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240W / 35Nm. 2x rider amplification (180%) up to 28 mph. The heart of the Vado SL — natural feel, incredible lightness.
320Wh + Range Extender Option
Fully integrated 320Wh downtube battery. Up to 80 miles (130 km) or 6 hours in eco mode. Optional Range Extender bumps that to 120 miles (200 km) / 9 hours.
Future Shock 1.5
Suspension design placed inside the headtube reduces impacts from rough roads and terrain — potholes be gone.
Carbon Rigid Fork
Lightweight and high-strength rigid carbon fork with Boost 12x110mm thru-axle and flat-mount disc.
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
Lightweight, precise SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain — 11-50t cassette, wide range for any terrain.
EQ — Fully Equipped
Turbo SL Rack (15kg/Racktime-compatible), DRYTECH fenders, LED lights, kickstand. Everything for daily commuting.
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 170 | 172.5 | 172.5 | 175 |
| Handlebar Width | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
| Stem Length | 60 | 75 | 75 | 90 |
| Saddle Width | 155 | 155 | 155 | 155 |
| Seatpost Length | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| Head Tube Length | 130 | 161.5 | 194.5 | 230 |
| Head Tube Angle | 70° | 70.5° | 71° | 71.5° |
| Trail | 78 | 75 | 71 | 68 |
| Chain Stay Length | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Stack | 542 | 574 | 607 | 643 |
| Bike Stand Over Height | 791 | 811 | 836 | 861 |
| BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Top Tube Length (horizontal) | 558 | 589 | 613 | 632 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| BB Height | 291 | 291 | 291 | 291 |
| Wheelbase | 1062 | 1091 | 1110 | 1126 |
| Reach | 397 | 419 | 433 | 442 |
| Front Center | 626 | 655 | 675 | 690 |
| Seat Tube Length | 415 | 446.5 | 494.5 | 535 |
| Fork Length (full) | 390 | 390 | 390 | 390 |
E-Bike
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor, 240W peak, 35Nm torque, 2x rider amplification (180%), up to 28 mph
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh. Optional Range Extender compatible.
Charger
Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug
UI/Remote
Specialized MasterMind TCU, percentage of remaining charge, 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, over-the-air updates, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/ Handlebar remote
Frameset
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Seat Binder
Integrated w/ frame
Suspension
Fork
Rigid carbon fork, Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, Future Shock 1.5
Brakes
Front Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Rear Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Drivetrain
Chainrings
SRAM X-SYNC 44T, 110BCD
Crankset
Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM GX, trigger, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t
Wheels & Tires
Rims
DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm depth
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Front Tire
Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm
Rear Tire
Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm
Front Hub
Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x110mm, Center Lock™, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized alloy rear hub disc, Center Lock™, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm, 28h
Inner Tubes
700x32-50mm, 40mm Presta valve
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount
Handlebars
Specialized alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Seatpost
Specialized alloy, single bolt, 21mm offset, 27.2mm
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow Cr-mo rails, 155mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry
Accessories
Headlight
Lezyne Ebike Power STVZO E115, 310 Lumens, 12V
Taillight
Lezyne Ebike Rear Fender STVZO, 11 Lumens, 12V
Fenders
Specialized DRYTECH, Aluminum
Rack
Turbo SL Rack, Closed Platform, direct fender mount, Racktime-compatible, 15kg max load
Bell
Bell
Kickstand
Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Weight
Weight
16.5kg (36 lb, 6 oz)
Weight Size
MD
Shipping Policy
Components:
All component items (wheels, drivetrains, suspension, brakes, etc.) ship within 1–4 business days of purchase.
Bicycles:
Complete bikes typically ship within 2–3 weeks due to build, tuning, and inspection times. You will receive tracking information as soon as your order is ready to ship.
Riding Gear & Apparel:
Riding gear and apparel orders (helmets, jerseys, gloves, etc.) ship within 1–3 business days.
Returns & Exchanges:
If you received the wrong size or wish to exchange an item, it must be returned in original condition—unused, uninstalled, and with all packaging intact.
For full details, please see our Refund Policy before initiating a return.
