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 is best for workouts, riding beyond the beaten path, and last-minute adventures. All you need to do is get on and go. Extra-bright, built-in lights in front and back mean you'll see and be seen. The MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU) makes it easy to view ride info. Plus, Pathfinder tires roll fast on or off the pavement with plenty of grip.
- The MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU) is your information hub with customizable display fields to experience precisely the ride you want.
- Over-the-air updates when paired with the Mission Control App, allowing your bike to improve over time.
- 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, potholes be gone!
- Premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power.
- Extra-bright front and rear lighting to see and be seen.
- SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain for lightweight, precise performance for the long haul.
- Float over the rough stuff with DT Swiss R500 disc wheels paired with fast-rolling, high-grip, Specialized Pathfinder 38c tires, featuring proprietary GRIPTON® rubber compound.
Technical Specifications
COCKPIT
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on
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
E-BIKE
Wiring Harness
Custom Specialized wiring harness w/ chargeport
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
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh
WHEELS
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Rims
DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm internal depth
Inner Tubes
Standard 40mm PV 700x32-50
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
FRAMESET
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, front rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Seat Binder
Integrated w/ frame
Fork
Future shock 1.5w/Smooth Boot, Rigid carbon fork, Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle, flat mount disc
ACCESSORIES
Headlight
Lezyne Ebike Power STVZO E115, 310Lumens, 12V
Bell
Simple bell
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Taillight
Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V
DRIVETRAIN
Crankset
Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset
Shift Levers
SRAM GX, trigger, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Chainrings
SRAM X-SYNC 44t, 110BCD
WHEELS & TIRES
Rear Tire
Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c
Front Tire
Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c
BRAKES
Rear Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Front Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm
* Specifications are subject to change without notice