Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through

Meet the Vado SL. This super-light e-bike was designed to take on anything from daily commutes through urban landscapes to clocking even faster workouts. Need to carry your bike? No sweat. Weighing 40% less than the full-power Vado, there’s no other electric bike out there with ride quality, range, and power like this. All you need to do is get on and go.

The Vado SL comes equipped with everything you need to start riding right away. First, the extra-bright, built-in lights give you higher visibility in low-light areas. Next, the MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU) makes it easy to view ride info on the go. The Pathfinder tires roll fast on or off the pavement with plenty of grip, and the Vado SL's featherweight status also makes it perfect for city commuting and offers far more than ride quality — it means you can hang it on a wall or car rack. And it makes public transportation a breeze.

So whether you're going fast or far or both, the Vado SL provides the confidence to do it all at a fraction of the weight.

LIGHT WEIGHT: You’ll be blown away by how easy it is to lift your bike on to a rack, carry it up stairs, or ride nimbly around town, thanks to the category-leading light-weight of the Turbo SL technology, optimised frame materials, design, and specification.

COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT: Body position and handling are optimized to deliver unsurpassed riding comfort, confidence, and control. Powerful hydraulic disc brakes reign in your speed, while larger tires provide maximum traction for turning and stopping.

TURBO SL: The heart of the Vado is its Turbo SL technology, the advanced and integrated electric bike system that delivers an unequaled combination of light-weight, natural feel, anti-theft functions, training tips, a full-function bike computer, ride anywhere range, and more.

The speed limit at which the motor will stop supporting may vary significantly by region and is based on local requirements. It may also affect range: a higher speed limit may result in less range.

Long-Range - Fully integrated Specialized 320Wh downtube battery w/optional Range Extender compatibility for up to 80 miles (130 km) or 6 hours (eco mode) or up to 120 miles (200 km) or 9 hours w/ range extender (eco mode).

Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240W / 35Nm, 2x you rider amplification (180% assistance), assist up to 28mph depending on your country.

Premium lightweight E5 Aluminum frame.

Clean internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, and reflective graphics.

Step-through frame for easier on/off and managing commuter traffic.

Premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power.

Bright, integrated front and rear lighting to see and be seen.

11-speed Sram NX shifting for reliable performance for the long haul.

Durable, lightweight alloy wheels paired with fast-rolling, high-grip, Specialized Pathfinder 38c tires, featuring proprietary Gripton rubber compound, are as good on gravel as they are on pavement.

SPECIALIZED TURBO VADO SL 4.0 STEP-THROUGH SPECIFICATIONS

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm

Frame

E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds

Chainrings

Praxis, 44T, 104BCD

Chain

KMC e11S, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™

Crankset

Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset

Rear Derailleur

SRAM NX, 11-speed

Shift Levers

SRAM NX, 11-speed

Cassette

SUNRACE, CSMS7, 11-42t, 11-speed

Rims

700C disc, 22mm rim depth, 21mm internal width

Spokes

DT Swiss Industry

Rear Tire

Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c

Front Tire

Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c

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

Standard 40mm PV 700x32-50

Grips

Body Geometry Women's Contour

Saddle

Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm

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, dual-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm

Wiring Harness

Custom Specialized wiring harness w/ chargeport

Charger

Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug

Motor

Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor

Battery

Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh

UI/Remote

Specialized TCU, 10-LED State of charge, 3-LED Ride Mode display, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote

Headlight

Lezyne Ebike Hecto STVZO E65, 210Lumens, 12V

Bell

Simple bell

Pedals

Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors

Taillight

Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V

Fork

Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible

Rear Brake

Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm

Front Brake

Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm

Weight

15.5kg (34 lb, 2.7 oz)

Weight Size

MD

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice. // eslint-disable-line react/no-danger