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Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon LTD

Forward 50 Collection

5

6 Reviews

An unprecedented combo of power, speed, and light weight for a fast, fun, safe ride.

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Calling it an ‘E-Bike’ is an Insult

The All-New Turbo Vado SL 2

Calling it an ‘E-Bike’ is an Insult

The All-New Turbo Vado SL 2

Nothing delivers more power, speed, and range at such lightweight than Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon. It’s a premium, performance machine carefully engineered to make fitness fun, and your commute electric. With a carbon frame inspired by the best bike racers in the world, Future Shock for an ultra-smooth ride, an ergonomic position for telepathic handling, and a super light electric motor with supernatural power, the bike you’ve been dreaming about is here.

At a Glance

Use

Fast Commuting, Fitness, and Exploration

Forward 50 LTD

Limited to 250 numbered bikes only at select retailers

E-Bike System

Specialized SL 1.2 / 320 watts / Up to 5 Hours Range

Weight

Ultralight Carbon E-Bike: 14.9kg / 33.0lbs

Suspension

Future Shock 3.2

Personalization and Security

Fitness Metrics, Apple Find My, Turbo System Lock, Lights

All You Need to Know About Vado SL 2

It’s You, Only Faster

The whisper quiet Specialized SL 1.2 motor gets you up to a top speed of 28 mph in a blink with blow-your-hair-back acceleration, and delivers 320 watts of Supernatural power that feels like an extension of you. A 520Wh battery will sustain your ride for up to 5 hours. That’s a 20 minute commute, both ways, for a week straight without having to recharge.

Super Natural Power Delivery
Super Natural Power Delivery

The Specialized SL 1.2 System delivers power naturally for a seamless amplification of rider effort.

Unmatched Efficiency
Unmatched Efficiency

Gram for gram, no other system gives you as much power or range as the Specialized SL 1.2 system.

Leave Range Anxiety at Home
Leave Range Anxiety at Home

With an optional 160Wh Range Extender battery, your ride time can extended up to 6+ hours.

Premium Service Notifications
Premium Service Notifications

We’ll let you know when your Vado needs love with a worldwide retail network of premium service locations ready to serve.

It’s You, Only Fitter

Unlock your performance with Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon’s unmatched capability. Personal fitness metrics and ride customization - all available right in the Specialized App - meet the versatility to ride a staggeringly fast lightweight commuter, or a nimble urban cargo bike and family carrier.

Personalization & Customization
Personalization & Customization

Heart rate, power, and real time cadence coaching all available right in the Specialized App and with the Mastermind H3 Head unit.

Nothing is Lighter
Nothing is Lighter

Thanks to a race inspired carbon frame and premium builds, Vado SL 2 Carbon is as light as 14.9kg / 33.0lbs.

Unmatched Versatility
Unmatched Versatility

The lightest MIK HD compatible e-bike ever with multiple mounting points for racks, panniers, child seats, and trailer compatibility.

It’s You, Only More Confident

Vado SL 2 Carbon delivers confidence on any road - and every stop along the way. Future Shock 3.2 is proven to deliver a smoother ride, while the bike’s ergonomics are designed to deliver easy, nimble handling that feels safe and comfortable. When it’s time to step away from your bike, Apple Find My Integration and Turbo System Lock Anti-theft let you do it with the same confidence you get in the saddle.

Future Shock 3.2
Future Shock 3.2

A smoother ride with control to stay fast, safe, and confident thanks to 20mm of ultra-light, patented suspension.

Ergonomics for Nimble, Confident Control
Ergonomics for Nimble, Confident Control

Inspired by the best riders in the world and 50 years of know-how, Vado SL 2 Carbon’s fit, geometry, and tires create confidence on any road.

Apple Find My and Turbo System Lock
Apple Find My and Turbo System Lock

Ride with features you need, integrated into your Vado SL 2 and available right on your phone.

Vado SL 2 LTD Carbon: Forward 50

We took everything we’ve learned engineering the highest performing bikes in the world and created the Vado SL 2 Carbon LTD. It’s stunning graphic represents 50 years of innovation. With only 250 ever made, available only at select retailers, these limited editions will disappear faster than you’ll accelerate from a stop sign.

Specialized Science Club

Thank God some kids stayed in science club, because while you were cutting school, they were learning how to manipulate the laws of physics. Some of those kids grew up to be members of Specialized Science Club and helped make the Vado SL 2 an unprecedented combination of power, speed, and light weight.

"We wanted something more fun and confidence inspiring than anything we had done so far. With that vision, we immediately knew the bike had to set a new standard for performance and design. Now that it’s here, I can't wait to overtake all the Porsches stuck in Zürich traffic and see their reactions when my bike looks better than their car."

Eric Schuda, Active Category Leader

Technical Specifications

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E-Bike

Motor

Specialized 1.2 SL System

Battery

Specialized SL2-520, Fully Integrated, 520Wh

UI/Remote

Mastermind H3, W/Handlebar Remote, Ant+/Bluetooth®, Built-In System Lock Feature, Integrated Apple Find My, Coloured Customizable Display Pages, 2.1"

Charger

Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug

Wiring Harness

Custom Specialized wiring harness w/ chargeport

Frameset

Frame

2024 Vado SL

Seat Binder

Specialized integrated

Suspension

Fork

Specialized Vado SL2 Carbon, Tubus front rack mounts up to 14kg

Brakes

Front Brake

SRAM Level Silver Stealth

Rear Brake

SRAM Level Silver Stealth

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM AXS POD Controller

Rear Derailleur

SRAM FORCE XPLR AXS D2 MAX 44T

Cassette

SRAM XG 1251 D1 XPLR 10-44

Chain

SRAM CN Force 12-speed

Crankset

SRAM FC S996 Carbon, S-165mm / M-L-170mm / XL-175mm

Chainrings

SRAM 107BCD 44T Narrow Wide

Wheels & Tires

Front Wheel

Roval Terra Carbon CL, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 24h, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 350 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Competition Race spokes

Front Tire

Specialized Hemisphere flat protection, Reflective side walls, Wirebead, All terrain tire, 700x47c

Rear Tire

Specialized Hemisphere flat protection, Reflective side walls, Wirebead, All terrain tire, 700x47c

Rear Wheel

Roval Terra CL, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 24holes, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 350 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Competition Race spokes

Inner Tubes

Turbo Tube W/Talc 60mm 29X1.75-2.4

Cockpit

Stem

Specialized Stealth Stem, Alloy, 31.8mm, Integrated Display And Light Mount, Size S/M : 60mm 17 Deg, L/XL : 75mm 15.5 Deg

Handlebars

Specialized Carbon Handlebar, 10 Rise, 8 B-SWP, 6 U-SWP, 720mm, 31.8mm

Grips

ERGON, GA30-S Custom, 134.8mm Length

Saddle

Specialized Power Pro Mirror, Forward 50 limited edition, Nylon recycle base, Hollow-ti pink rail,155mm

SeatPost

Roval Carbon Fiber, 30.9 mm, Offset 21mm

Accessories

Pedals

Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors

Headlight

Lezyne, Ebike Fusion Stvzo E500+, 500 Lumen, 50Cm Wire, With Reflector

Taillight

Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED Technology, 12V

Bell

Specialized brass bell

Product Details

Product ID

273892

Compliance Certification

As applicable, certified to UL 2849 (e-system) and/or UL 2271 (battery) by UL Solutions and/or SGS. For information on lithium-ion battery standards and regulations in New York City, visit: www.nyc.gov/fdny/batteries

Weight

Weight

14.98 kg (33 lb, 0.4 oz)

Weight Size

MD

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

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SMLXL
Crank Length165mm170mm170mm175mm
Handlebar Width720mm720mm720mm720mm
Stem Length60mm60mm75mm75mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm155mm
Seatpost Length350mm350mm400mm400mm
Stack600mm628mm660mm698mm
Reach375mm405mm430mm450mm
Head-Tube Length155.55mm185.55mm220.55mm260.55mm
Head-Tube Angle69°69°69°69°
B-B Height291mm291mm291mm291mm
B-B Drop70mm70mm70mm70mm
Trail85mm85mm85mm85mm
Fork Length (full)430mm430mm430mm430mm
Fork Rake/Offset50mm50mm50mm50mm
Front-Center635.7mm676.3mm713.6mm747.8mm
Chain-Stay Length465mm465mm465mm465mm
Wheelbase1092mm1132mm1170mm1204mm
Top-Tube Length (horizontal)547mm585mm619mm650mm
Bike Stand-Over Height755mm781mm824mm869mm
Seat-Tube Length410mm440mm490mm540mm
Seat-Tube Angle74°74°74°74°
Geometry

Rider Reviews

5

6 Reviews

 

WOW!!!

The Vado SL 1. 2 LTD is the Ferrari of cross bikes. It is beautiful, highest quality parts, precision finish, light, quiet, comfortable and a joy to ride. It feels like a non-ebike and can be ridden without the power, if necessary, with minimal effort. I had the Vado 4. 0, which is an extremely comfortable and great commuting or touring bike, but it is 24 lbs heavier and did not quite meet my road bike and group riding needs. The Vado SL 1. 2 is a great alternative for those that desire to move from a drop bar road bike to a flat bar bike because of age, physical issues or just wanting a fun change. You can still ride with your cycling group, as well. It has great power with 50nm of torque and helps to flatten-out the hills. You will not be disappointed with this innovative bike from Specialized. It is a home run hit!!


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Mike

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This bike is amazing!!!

The Specialized Vado SL 2 Forward 50 Edition is the most amazing hybrid bicycle I have ever ridden. It is fast and smooth! The components are excellent. It is everything carbon, including the beautiful carbon wheels. The saddle is super comfortable. Finally, a bike I didn’t have to do mods to, to make it what I want. The geometry is perfect. I feel like this bike was made for me. I am 62 years old and have had a left knee joint replacement and when I get on this bike, I feel like I’m in my 30’s again. It feels natural like an analog bike, and you can ride it with the motor off and it just feels like a regular bike. Well, done, Specialized!!!


Name:
Aleta

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Love the bike

The bike is exactly what I wanted. It is such a smooth riding and comfortable bike. The components are all top of the line, and although it is a pricey bike, it is money well spent- and enjoyed. I have owned the Creo since 2020 and now I have a bike I may even enjoy a little bit more,


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marcia

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Vado 50. Special 250 units

I have your 1st creol and love it. This Vado knocks it out of the park. Thank you!!!!!!


Name:
Bill

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Vado 2

Tenho a vado 4.0 a melhor urbana, que conheci, só achava muito rígida devido ao quadro alumínio, agora com esta em carbono, eu quero uma,


Name:
Jacques C.

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Essai

Magnifique! Hâte de peut être pouvoir l’essayer!


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Pascal

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