Meet the Vado SL — a super-light e-bike 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.
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Light Weight: You'll be blown away by how easy it is to lift your bike onto a rack, carry it up stairs, or ride nimbly around town — category-leading light-weight thanks to Turbo SL technology and optimized frame materials.
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Comfortable and Confident: Body position and handling 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.
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Turbo SL: 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, and ride anywhere range.
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Ready to Ride: Extra-bright built-in lights, the MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU), and fast-rolling Pathfinder tires — everything you need to start riding right away.
The Vado SL provides the confidence to go fast or far — or both — at a fraction of the weight. Whether you're commuting through the city or heading out for a longer adventure, the Vado SL is built to perform. The speed limit at which the motor stops supporting may vary by region and affects range accordingly.
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).
Powerful Motor
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 Aluminum Frame
Premium lightweight E5 Aluminum frame.
Clean Internal Cable Routing
Clean internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, and reflective graphics.
Step-Through Design
Step-through frame for easier on/off and managing commuter traffic.
Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power.
Integrated Lighting
Bright, integrated front and rear lighting to see and be seen.
Reliable Drivetrain
11-speed Sram NX shifting for reliable performance for the long haul.
Fast-Rolling Tires
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.
E-Bike
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
Frameset
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm
Suspension
Fork
Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front-rack-compatible
Brakes
Front Brake
Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Rear Brake
Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Drivetrain
Chainrings
Praxis, 44T, 110BCD
Crankset
Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset
Shift Levers
Sram NX, 11-speed, multi-shift
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11-speed
Cassette
SUNRACE, CSMS7, 11-42t, 11-speed
Wheels & Tires
Rims
700C disc, 22mm rim depth, 21mm internal width
Rear Tire
Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c
Front Tire
Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c
Front Hub
Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, Center Lock™, 12x110mm, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized alloy rear hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, Center Lock™, 12x148mm, 28h
Inner Tubes
Standard 40mm PV 700x32-50
Cockpit
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry
Saddle
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm
Tape
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, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm
Accessories
Headlight
Lezyne Ebike Hecto STVZO E65, 210Lumens, 12V
Taillight
Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V
Bell
Specialized commuter bell
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors