Vado SL 4.0

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Vado SL 4.0

Vado SL 4.0

$2,449.99 Regular price $3,499.99

- Hybrid Active BIKES -

Specialized Vado SL 4.0 Hybrid Active Bike

Overview

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

About the Vado SL 4.0

The Build Specs

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
Fork Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible
Brakes
Rear Brake Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Front Brake Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Drivetrain
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
Wheels & Tires
Rims 700C disc, 22mm rim depth, 21mm internal width
Spokes DT Swiss Industry
Front Tire Specialized Pathfinder Sport, 700x38c
Rear 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 700x32-50mm, 40mm Presta valve
Cockpit
Saddle Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm
Seat Binder Integrated w/ frame
Grips Specialized Body Geometry
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
Accessories
Headlight Lezyne Ebike Hecto STVZO E65, 210Lumens, 12V
Bell Bell
Pedals Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Taillight Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V
Weight
Weight 15.5kg (34 lb, 2.7 oz)
Weight Size MD

The Geometry

MeasurementSMLXL
Head-Tube Lengthmm130161.5194.5230
Head-Tube Angledegrees7070.57171.5
Trailmm78757168
Chain-Stay Lengthmm445445445445
Seat-Tube Angledegrees73.573.573.573.5
Stackmm542574607643
Bike Stand-Over Heightmm791811836861
B-B Dropmm70707070
Top-Tube Length (horizontal)mm558589613632
Fork Rake/Offsetmm50505050
B-B Heightmm291291291291
Wheelbasemm1062109111101126
Reachmm397419433442
Front-Centermm626655675690
Seat-Tube Lengthmm415446.5494.5535
Fork Length (full)mm390390390390

Staff Picks

Choosen Specifically for the Vado SL 4.0

Everything here is specifically chosen to work seamlessly with the Vado SL 4.0. From on bike upgrades to riding gear and home essentials, these picks help you get the absolute most out of every ride from day one.