Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0
Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0










The Full Scoop on the Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0
There's no other e-bike out there with the Vado SL's ride quality, range, and power, at a weight that's light enough to carry. The Turbo Vado SL 4.0 is designed for workouts, riding the road less-traveled, and last-minute adventures. Just get on and go. Extra-bright, built-in lights in front and back mean you'll see and be seen. Plus, Pathfinder tires roll fast on gravel or pavement with plenty of grip. Equipped with a fully integrated and secure Specialized 320 Wh downtube battery w/optional Range Extender compatibility for up to 120 miles of range. Featuring a Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240 W / 35 Nm, 2x-you rider amplification (180% assistance), assistance up to 28 mph.
*Components subject to manufacturer changes
Motor | Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor |
Battery | Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh |
Display / 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 |
Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds |
Fork | Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible |
Rear Shock | Not applicable |
Front Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
Shift Levers | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
Chain | KMC e11S, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
Cassette | SUNRACE, CSMS7, 11-42t, 11-speed |
Crankset | Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset |
Chain Ring | Praxis, 44T, 104BCD |
Chain Guard | Custom chaincover |
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 |
Front Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c |
Rear Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c |
Handlebar | Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 46mm rise, 31.8mm |
Stem | Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
Headset | Spec not provided |
Grips | Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on |
Saddle | Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm |
Seatpost | Specialized, alloy, dual-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm |
Pedals | Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors |
Front Light | Lezyne Ebike Hecto E65, 210 Lumen, 12V |
Rear Light | Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V |
Kickstand | Spec not provided |
Rear Carrier | Not applicable |
Fenders | Not applicable |
Bell | Not applicable |
Lock | Not applicable |
Mirror | Not applicable |

The Full Scoop on the Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0
Description
There's no other e-bike out there with the Vado SL's ride quality, range, and power, at a weight that's light enough to carry. The Turbo Vado SL 4.0 is designed for workouts, riding the road less-traveled, and last-minute adventures. Just get on and go. Extra-bright, built-in lights in front and back mean you'll see and be seen. Plus, Pathfinder tires roll fast on gravel or pavement with plenty of grip. Equipped with a fully integrated and secure Specialized 320 Wh downtube battery w/optional Range Extender compatibility for up to 120 miles of range. Featuring a Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, peak 240 W / 35 Nm, 2x-you rider amplification (180% assistance), assistance up to 28 mph.
*Components subject to manufacturer changes
Motor System
Motor | Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor |
Battery | Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh |
Display / 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 |
Components
Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds |
Fork | Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible |
Rear Shock | Not applicable |
Front Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Brake | Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
Shift Levers | SRAM NX, 11-speed |
Chain | KMC e11S, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
Cassette | SUNRACE, CSMS7, 11-42t, 11-speed |
Crankset | Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset |
Chain Ring | Praxis, 44T, 104BCD |
Chain Guard | Custom chaincover |
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 |
Front Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c |
Rear Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c |
Handlebar | Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 46mm rise, 31.8mm |
Stem | Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount |
Headset | Spec not provided |
Grips | Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on |
Saddle | Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm |
Seatpost | Specialized, alloy, dual-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm |
Extras
Pedals | Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors |
Front Light | Lezyne Ebike Hecto E65, 210 Lumen, 12V |
Rear Light | Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V |
Kickstand | Spec not provided |
Rear Carrier | Not applicable |
Fenders | Not applicable |
Bell | Not applicable |
Lock | Not applicable |
Mirror | Not applicable |
Geometry
