The value and utility of urban and recreational e-bikes can now be appreciated not only non-cyclists, but also those who regularly ride a human-powered bicycle. The quality has gone up with improvements in drive systems, battery technology, and integrated features / accessories. Those developments have also resulted in light overall weight, making an e-bike easier to move or carry, as well as allowing the rider to save battery when desired and pedal without added power. Specialized has long been invested in high quality urban bikes, and with the Turbo Vado SL series, the current urban e-bike experience is more fun, practical, and efficient, making a car-less daily life more feasible. The EQ models are conveniently packaged with integrated or semi-integrated Lights, Fenders, and Rack.

Specialized has invested significantly in their Turbo (e-bike) line-up, with models for just about every use case, battery recycling program, and excellent technical support through their dealer network. The company believes there's no other e-bike out there with ride quality, range, and power like this, at nearly 40% lighter than the average e-bike, it’s built to go with you at a weight that's light enough to carry. The Turbo Vado SL 5.0 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 aluminum 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 or just an easy fun ride with the family.

The Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ bicycle for 2022 features the Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor, with peak 240W/35Nm, and 2x You rider amplification (180% assistance), with assist speed up to 28mph. The battery is fully integrated into the frame design and is charged through an easy to see and access plug-in port via a custom wiring harness. You can expect about 80 miles per full charge, and an optional Range Extender can deliver up to 120 miles of range if needed. The MasterMind Turbo Control Unit (TCU) is your information hub, with a customizable display field set-up that allows you to experience precisely the ride you want. It will show you a percentage of remaining charge, offers 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, over-the-air updates, ANT+/Bluetooth communication protocols, and a handlebar remote.... Read More