Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through EQ 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset NX, Praxis
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Suspension Rigid
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Motor Specialized 240W 35Nm mid-drive
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Battery Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, fender and front rack mounts, Smooth Welds
Suspension Fork
Rigid full aluminum disc, Boost™ 12x110mm, front- rack-compatible
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM NX, 11-speed, multi-shift
Cassette
SUNRACE, CSMS7, 11-42t, 11-speed
Crank
Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset, Praxis, 44T, 110BCD
Chain
KMC X11eT, 11-speed
Pedals
Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, Center Lock™, 12x110mm, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized alloy rear hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, Center Lock™, 12x148mm, 28h
Rims
700C disc, 22mm rim depth, 21mm internal width
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Front: Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm, Rear: Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-R290, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Body Geometry Women's Contour
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized, alloy, dual-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor
Battery
Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh
Charger
Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm |
| Front Center | 626 mm | 655 mm | 675 mm | 690 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 67 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 547 mm | 579 mm | 612 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 402 mm | 424 mm | 438 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 592 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 431.5 mm | 469.5 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 161.5 mm | 194.5 mm | 230 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1067 mm | 1096 mm | 1115 mm | 1131 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 621 mm | 636 mm | 660 mm | 693 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through EQ is part of the Specialized E Turbo Vado model. 78 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized E Turbo Vado e-bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 2021 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 3250$. On the other hand, Specialized Turbo Vado 6.0 Step-Through 2021, is the most expensive and costs 5839$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike that is reliable is 2480$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This e-bike was released in 2021 and its price was 3750$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid e-bike cost we notice that the price is 51.21% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through EQ components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the e-bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The wheels on Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through EQ are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Turbo Vado SL 4.0 Step-Through EQ comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
