2021 Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ

Archived: 2021 Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ · Electric-assist · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated downtube battery, internal cable routing, front rack mounts, Smooth Welds · Fork: Rigid carbon fork, Boost™ 12x110mm thru-axle, flat mount disc · Carbon Fiber

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Shifters: Shimano SLX, Rapidfire Plus, 12-speed, w/o OGD · Rear derailleur: Shimano XT, Shadow Plus, SGS Cage, 12-speed · Crankset: Praxis, Forged alloy M30, custom offset; chainrings: 40T · Cassette: Shimano SLX, Hyperglide+, 12-speed, 10-45t · Chain: Shimano SLX, 12-speed, w/Quick Link

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: (F) Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm / (R) Tektro HD-R510, hydraulic disc, 160mm

• Squeeze each lever firmly. It should feel consistent and return cleanly. Check levers, hoses and calipers for fluid, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and examine rotors for wear or bending.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Rims: DT Swiss R500 disc, 22mm internal width, 23mm internal depth · Hubs: (F) Specialized alloy front hub disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x110mm, Center Lock™, 24h / (R) Specialized alloy rear hub disc, Center Lock™, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm, 28h · Front tire: Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm · Rear tire: Nimbus II Sport Reflect, 700x38mm

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Handlebar: Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm · Stem: Specialized Stealth Stem, alloy, 14 deg, 31.8mm, integrated TCD mount · Seatpost: Specialized, alloy, single bolt, 21mm offset, 27.2mm · Saddle: Bridge Sport, hollow cr-mo rails, 155mm · Pedals: Specialized Commuter w/ grip tape & reflectors

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

Archived: Motor: Specialized SL 1.1, custom lightweight motor · Battery: Specialized SL1-320, fully integrated, 320Wh · Display: Specialized TCU, 10-LED State of charge, 3-LED Ride Mode display, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote · Charger: Custom charger, 48V System w/ SL system charger plug

• Inspect the battery case, mount, lock and electrical contacts for cracks, impact, corrosion, swelling, overheating marks or looseness. Confirm the battery charges normally.
• Confirm the correct charger, battery keys and removable system parts are included. Check charger cables and connectors for damage or improvised repairs.
• Power the system on from cold, check the display for warnings, and test every assist mode. Assistance should engage and stop predictably without intermittent cutouts or abnormal motor noise.
• Ask for available battery-health, cycle-count, diagnostic and firmware records. Confirm that replacement batteries and system support remain available before agreeing on value.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.