Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ
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Product Info
Details + Specs
Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ
Power for the ride ahead
The Turbo Vado SL 5. 0 EQ pairs the light weight and natural ride feel of Specialized's Turbo SL platform with a fully equipped, commute-ready build. At around 40% lighter than a full-power Vado, it's easy to carry up stairs, lift onto a rack, or hang on a wall, while the SL 1.
Best for: Fast commuting, fitness riding and practical everyday electric transport.
At a glance
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, 240W peak power, 35Nm…
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh (optional Range Extender…
Frame
E5 Aluminum, Fitness/Transportation Geometry, bottom bracket motor…
Suspension
Carbon fork with Future Shock 1.5, Boost 12x110mm thru-axle, flat-mount…
Drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Weight
Approx. 16.68 kg (as tested)
Key highlights
240W peak power and 35Nm torque with 2x rider amplification for a natural, bike-like pedal-assist feel.
the fully integrated Specialized SL1-320 battery gives ride times of up to 6 hours in Eco mode, extendable with the optional Range Extender.
smooths out potholes and rough road surfaces at the head tube without sapping pedalling efficiency.
the EQ build adds a Turbo SL mounted, Racktime-compatible rear rack, DRYTECH fenders, and integrated front and rear lighting as standard.
Complete specification
Full build details
Components are grouped by bike system so the complete build is easy to scan.
E-bike system
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, 240W peak power, 35Nm torque
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh (optional Range Extender compatible)
Equipment
Turbo SL mounted rear rack (Racktime-compatible), DRYTECH fenders, integrated front and rear lights
Frameset
Frame
E5 Aluminum, Fitness/Transportation Geometry, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery
Suspension
Fork
Carbon fork with Future Shock 1.5, Boost 12x110mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Brakes
Brakes (Front/Rear)
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotors
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t
Crankset
Praxis, forged alloy M30, custom offset
Wheels and tyres
Wheels
DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width
Tyres
Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38c, BlackBelt flat protection, reflective sidewalls
Cockpit and contact points
Handlebars
Alloy Mini Rise, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14-degree, 31.8mm
Seatpost
Specialized alloy, single-bolt, 27.2mm
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow Cr-Mo rails
Weight and sizing
Weight
Approx. 16.68 kg (as tested)
Weight is based on a production painted bike in the stated reference size. Actual weight can vary with colour, size and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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