The Turbo Vado SL 2 5.0 EQ hits the sweet spot in the Vado SL 2 lineup — same featherlight SL 1.2 motor and 520Wh battery as the 6.0, with a Shimano CUES 11-speed mechanical drivetrain instead of the carbon 2x. Future Shock 3.1, integrated lighting and display, fenders, and a Turbo SL rack — everything you need for fitness commutes and fast errand-running. At 20.11kg, it's the SL lifestyle with real utility.
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SL 1.2 Motor: 320W — lightweight, natural-feeling assist, whisper quiet.
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520Wh SL2-520 Battery: Fully integrated, up to 5 hours eco range.
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Future Shock 3.1: 20mm smooth travel, ergo-friendly integrated stem.
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Shimano CUES 11-speed: RD-U8000 rear derailleur, SL-U8000 shift levers, 11-50t.
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Integrated Lighting: Lezyne EBike Power STVZO E500+ headlight, Spanninga taillight.
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Turbo SL Rack + Fenders: MIK HD compatible, 27kg, integrated alloy fenders.
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Apple Find My + Turbo System Lock: Mastermind H3 with built-in security.
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20.11kg (44 lb): ~1.76kg heavier than the 6.0 EQ Carbon.
The 5.0 EQ is the do-everything Vado SL — lighter than a full-power bike, more utility than a pure fitness machine. Future Shock + 700x47c tires + integrated everything.
SL 1.2 Motor
320W, natural-feeling assist, whisper quiet. Up to 5 hours range. The SL system is the most efficient e-bike platform Specialized makes.
520Wh SL2-520 Battery
Fully integrated, 520Wh. Range-extender compatible for longer rides.
Future Shock 3.1
20mm smooth travel at the handlebars. Integrated into the stem — clean, compact, ergo-friendly.
Shimano CUES 11-speed
RD-U8000 rear derailleur, SL-U8000 shift levers, Linkglide CS-LG700 cassette 11-50t. Durable, wide-range, easy to service.
Integrated Lighting
Lezyne EBike Power STVZO E500+ headlight (integrated mount), Spanninga Commuter Glow taillight w/ auto brake.
Turbo SL Rack + Fenders
Turbo SL Rack: MIK HD compatible, 27kg capacity. Integrated alloy fenders, sandblast anodized black.
E-Bike
Motor
Specialized SL 1.2 System, 320W
Battery
Specialized SL2-520, fully integrated, 520Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug
UI/Remote
Mastermind H3, 2.1" display, ANT+/Bluetooth, built-in system lock, Apple Find My, customizable display pages, w/ handlebar remote
Frameset
Frame
2024 Vado SL alloy frame
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy 34.9mm, Steel Bolt
Suspension
Fork
2024 Vado SL alloy fork
Brakes
Front Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Rear Brake
Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-U8000 CUES, 11-speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-U8000 CUES, 11-speed, GS
Cassette
Shimano Linkglide CS-LG700, 11-speed, 11-50t
Crankset
SRAM S699 Alloy. S: 165mm, M-L: 170mm, XL: 175mm. Praxis 44T, 104BCD
Chain Guard
Specialized Custom Chainguard
Wheels & Tires
Wheels
700c double-wall alloy, 27mm inner width. DT Swiss J-Bend spokes. Alloy 6-bolt hubs, 12x100mm / 142mm thru-axle.
Front Tire
Specialized Hemisphere flat protection, reflective sidewalls, wirebead, 700x47c
Rear Tire
Specialized Hemisphere flat protection, reflective sidewalls, wirebead, 700x47c
Inner Tubes
Standard 40mm SV, 29x1.75-2.4
Cockpit
Handlebars
Specialized alloy, 9° backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm clamp, 680mm width
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 31.8mm, integrated display and light mount. S/M: 60mm 17°, L/XL: 75mm 15.5°
Seatpost
Specialized Alloy, single bolt, 30.9mm. S-M: 350mm, L-XL: 400mm
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow Cr-mo rails, 155mm
Grips
Ergon GA30-S Custom, 134.8mm
Safety & Security
Turbo System Lock
Built-in to Mastermind H3. Motor disable + alarm via app.
Apple Find My
Integrated Apple Find My — locate your bike anywhere.
Headlight
Lezyne EBike Power STVZO E500+, integrated mount
Taillight
Spanninga STVZO Commuter Glow with auto brake function
Bell
Specialized brass bell
Accessories
Fenders
Specialized custom alloy fender, sandblast anodized black, 700c, integrated alloy stay
Rack
Turbo SL Rack, MIK HD compatible, 27kg max load
Kickstand
Specialized kickstand, 40mm mount
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Weight
Weight
20.11kg (44 lb, 5.4 oz)