Specialized Vado SL 5.0 EQ Step Through 2022 - Electric Hybrid Bike

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.
- Integrated Turbo Connect Display to view key ride data quickly and safely.
- Fully integrated and secure Specialized 320Wh downtube battery w/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.
- Step-through frame for easier on/off and managing commuter traffic.
- Premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power.
- 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.
- 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle shifter and derailleur for lightweight, precise performance for the long haul.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds |
| Fork | Future Shock 1.5, Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, carbon fork |
| Stem | Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
| Bars | Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Front Brake | Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
| Rear Brake | Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
| Brake Lever | SRAM SL GX Eagle Trigger |
| Rear Mech | SRAM RD GX Eagle Lunar |
| Shifters | SRAM SL GX Eagle Trigger Lunar |
| Speed | 12 |
| Rims | DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm internal depth |
| 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 |
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Tyre | Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm |
| Rear Tyre | Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm |
| Seat Post | Specialized, alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm |
| Saddle | Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm |
| Chainset | Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset, SRAM C-ring X-Sync 11S 44T |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Pedals | Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors |
| Battery Size (WH) | Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh |
| Motor | Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor |
| User Interface | Specialized TCU2, TFT-screen, fully custom setup, ANT+/Bluetooth® |
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Specialized Vado SL 2021 Size Chart
|
Size |
Height (CM) |
Height (inches) |
|
S |
158 - 165 |
5’1”- 5’5” |
|
M |
165 – 178 |
5”5”- 5’10” |
|
L |
178 – 185 |
5’10”- 6’1” |
|
XL |
185 – 193 |
6’1”- 6’4” |
Specialized Vado SL 2021 Geometry
|
|
S |
M |
L |
XL |
|
Crank length |
170mm |
172.5mm |
172.5mm |
175mm |
|
Stem length |
60mm |
75mm |
75mm |
90mm |
|
Seatpost length |
350mm |
350mm |
350mm |
350mm |
|
Saddle width |
155mm |
155mm |
155mm |
155mm |
|
Handlebar width |
680mm |
680mm |
680mm |
680mm |
|
Reach |
378mm |
401mm |
415mm |
424mm |
|
Stack |
595mm |
626mm |
660mm |
696mm |
|
Wheelbase |
1062mm |
1091mm |
1110mm |
1126mm |
|
Bike stand-over height |
770mm |
790mm |
815mm |
840mm |
|
Head-tube length |
185mm |
217mm |
250mm |
285mm |
|
Front-center |
626mm |
655mm |
675mm |
690mm |
|
Fork rake/offset |
50mm |
50mm |
50mm |
50mm |
|
Head-tube angle |
70° |
70.5° |
71° |
71.5° |
|
Trail |
71mm |
67mm |
64mm |
61mm |
|
Chain-stay length |
445mm |
445mm |
445mm |
445mm |
|
B-b height |
270mm |
270mm |
270mm |
270mm |
|
Seat-tube angle |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
|
Fork length (full) |
390mm |
390mm |
390mm |
390mm |
|
B-b drop |
70mm |
70mm |
70mm |
70mm |
|
Seat-tube length |
415mm |
446.5mm |
494.5mm |
535mm |
|
Top-tube length (horizontal) |
554mm |
587mm |
610mm |
630mm |
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