
Specialized Vado Sl 4.0 Eq Features
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 4.0 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.
At a Glance
- 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.
- Turbo SL mounted rear rack, Racktime-compatible for your favorite bags and panniers, and DRYTECH fenders to keep the spray away.
- Premium lightweight E5 Aluminum frame.
- Clean internal cable routing, fender/rack mounts, and reflective graphics.
- Premium hydraulic disc brakes for maximum stopping power.
- Bright, integrated front and rear lighting to see and be seen.
Component Specifications
| 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 |
| Charger | Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug |
| Seat Binder | Integrated w/ frame |
| Fork | Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible |
| Shift Levers | Shimano Deore, RapidFire Plus, 10-speed w/ Optical Gear Display |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore, 10spd, 11-42t |
| Chain | KMC e10S, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Crankset | Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset |
| Chain Rings | Praxis, 44T, 104BCD |
| Rims | 700C disc, 22mm rim depth, 21mm internal width |
| 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 Tire | Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm |
| Rear Tire | Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm |
| Inner Tubes | Standard 40mm PV 700x32-50 |
| Front Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
| Rear Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
| Stem | Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
| Handlebars | Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized, alloy, dual-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm |
Specialized Vado Sl 4.0 Eq
| Bike/Frame Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 595 mm | 626 mm | 660 mm | 696 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 401 mm | 415 mm | 424 mm |
| Chain-Stay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1091 mm | 1110 mm | 1126 mm |
| Top-Tube Length (horizontal) | 554 mm | 587 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm |
| Bike Stand-Over Height | 770 mm | 790 mm | 815 mm | 840 mm |
| Seat-Tube Length | 415 mm | 446.5 mm | 494.5 mm | 535 mm |
| Seat-Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Head-Tube Length | 185 mm | 217 mm | 250 mm | 285 mm |
| Head-Tube Angle | 70° | 70.5° | 71° | 71.5° |
| B-B Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| B-B Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 67 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Fork Length (full) | 390 mm | 390 mm | 390 mm | 390 mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Front-Center | 626 mm | 655 mm | 675 mm | 690 mm |