Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon

A remarkable fusion of power, speed, and lightness for a ride that’s fast, fun, and secure. Calling it an “e-bike” just doesn’t do it justice.

The all-new Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon redefines urban and fitness riding by combining the precision of a performance road bike with cutting-edge electric assist technology. Designed for those who want to move quickly through the city, stay fit, or simply enjoy every ride, this ultra-light e-bike delivers unmatched performance thanks to its carbon frame, sleek ergonomic design, and advanced motor system. Whether you're commuting, training, or exploring, the Vado SL 2 Carbon provides a natural pedaling experience and smart tech integration that makes every ride exceptional.

Highlights

• Ideal for: fast commuting, fitness rides, and urban exploration

• Specialized SL 1.2 motor: compact and lightweight, with smooth, natural pedal assistance

• Extended range: integrated 520 Wh battery offers up to 5 hours of support

• Full carbon frame and fork: race-inspired design for incredible stiffness and minimal weight

• Future Shock 3.2 suspension: absorbs bumps for added comfort and control

• Ultralight: weighs only 15.9 kg – one of the lightest in its category

• Smart integration: customizable MasterMind display, Turbo System Lock, Apple Find My integration, Bluetooth®/ANT+ connectivity

E-Bike System

• Motor: Specialized SL 1.2 system

• Battery: SL2-520, fully integrated (520 Wh)

• Display/Remote: MasterMind H3 with handlebar remote, 2.1" color display, customizable pages, Bluetooth®/Ant+, system lock, Apple Find My integration

• Charger: Custom 48V system charger with SL plug

• Wiring: Custom Specialized internal wiring with charge port

Frame & Suspension

• Frame: 2024 Turbo Vado SL, FACT carbon

• Fork: Specialized Vado SL2 Carbon with Tubus front rack mounts (supports up to 14 kg)

• Suspension: Future Shock 3.2 system

• Seat collar: Specialized integrated

Drivetrain

• Shifters: Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100-IR, 12-speed

• Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed

• Cassette: Shimano SLX CS-M7100, 10-51t

• Chain: Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed

• Crankset: SRAM FC S996 Carbon (S: 165mm / M-L: 170mm / XL: 175mm)

• Chainring: Praxis, 44T Narrow-Wide, 104mm BCD, CL 49.8mm

Brakes

• Front brake: TRP HD-R803 hydraulic disc

• Rear brake: TRP HD-R803 hydraulic disc

Wheels & Tires

• Wheels: DT SWISS G540 Disc, 700c x 24mm (front and rear)

• Tires: Specialized Hemisphere 700x47c, all-terrain tread, flat protection, reflective sidewalls, wire bead

• Tubes: Specialized Turbo Tube

Cockpit

• Handlebar: Specialized alloy, 680mm, 15mm rise, 9° backsweep, 5° upsweep

• Stem: Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, integrated light and display mount (S/M: 60mm, 17° – L/XL: 75mm, 15.5°)

• Grips: ERGON GA30-S Custom, 134.8mm

• Seatpost: Carbon fiber, 30.9 mm diameter, 21mm offset

• Saddle: Specialized Bridge Sport, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 155mm width

Accessories

• Pedals: Specialized Commuter with grip tape and reflectors

• Front light: Lezyne Ebike Fusion StVZO E500+, 500 lumens, 50 cm wire, with integrated reflector

• Rear light: Specialized integrated saddle mount, LED 12V

• Bell: Specialized brass bell

Weight & Certifications

• Weight: 15.98 kg (35 lb, 3.7 oz) – size MD

• Compliance: Certified to UL 2849 (e-system) and/or UL 2271 (battery) by UL Solutions and/or SGS

• Note: Listed weights are based on production-painted frames as pictured. Actual weight will vary depending on frame size, color, and component variation.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to product information on the site at any time without notice, including information regarding equipment, specifications, models, colors, materials, and prices. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice.

Bike and frame weights refer to pre-production painted products at the time of printing. The weight of the finished product may vary.