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There are mechanical watts/cadence and torque/cadence charts at the bottom of the SL 1.1 motor feature overview page. There is an equivalent SL1.2 page. https://support.specialized.com/kb/sp_en-us/content/ECV3-8425/Specialized-SL-11-Motor-Feature-Overview

The Vado SL 2 has a Mastermind H3 which is their latest version with new features. Not only do you have micro tune, you now get dynamic micro tune. https://support.specialized.com/kb/sp_en-us/content/ECV3-6142/03-Turbo-Vado-SL-2-Turbo-SL-System

FYI for anyone else - If you order online and have it delivered to your LBS, they get paid a good portion of the commission as if they had it in stock or ordered it. My favorite shop was more than happy to have my Creo 2 show up unannounced for them to assemble. You don't get any discount from...

Turbo Trail Remote 2 works with the (Creo / Creo 2 flatbar) / Vado SL 1.1 and Levo/Kenevo SL models that use the frame mounted TCU / Mastermind TCU. The Trail Remote 3 is used with the Mastermind H3 on the Vado SL 2 and some of the other new models. Originally they just called it "Trail Remote"...

I just posted this in the zombie thread. My Turbo S was purchased in November 2014. It's been dormant for about five years but I've recently added an Abus cafe lock and started using it again as an local errand and shopping bike. I don't trust it to go much beyond about 5 miles from home.

My Turbo S was purchased in November 2014. It's been dormant for about five years but I've recently added an Abus cafe lock and started using it again as an local errand and shopping bike.

The SL 1.1 and 1.2 motors have the same bolt patterns. The only difference is there is a nylon spacer required for one of the bolts on the SL 1.1 motor that is not required for the SL 1.2. The motors are easy to remove with careful workmanship and the proper tools. Most of the bolts are torx...

It looks like a marketing prototype photo error. I'm a little surprised they are willing to accommodate you at the price point of an E5 but you should recognize they are going above and beyond to take care of you. My 2024 Creo 2 E5 came with a Future Shock 3.1 as it was specified. This is the...

It's frustrating when you use your bicycle for commuting and the shop mindset is in recreation mode. If they thought you had a big race or grand fondo you were signed up for, they could understand. I used my first Specialized ebike for an 18 mile commute but unfortunately the Turbo S was much...

I alternate between a Creo 1 with original TCU and a Creo 2 with Mastermind TCU. The battery percent is nice but I would not upgrade for that. I very rarely use the app except to set battery mode or check charge cycles. The MM display is too far down to be much safe use while riding, other...

Alternatively you can start at the Specialized Support Site article: Specialized-MasterMind-TCU-Feature-Overview and follow the link to a second page MasterMind Display Metrics & Symbols

A Creo 2 Comp has an eTap wireless derailleur so it's a little easier in that you don't have any shifter cables. You will still need to swap the brake levers. The SRAM brakes used on the Creo use DOT 5..1 fluid which is not compatible with mineral oil. You can save about a half pound by...

There is a post today in the Creo FB page of someone converting a Creo 1 to flat bars although it was a bit of a mullet between Shimano brakes and a SRAM derailierur. It really depends on which model of Creo 2 you are starting from. if you are looking to convert a 2 Comp Carbon with eTap it...

I've seen it more often in the FB Creo group and there are even some current posts in that group. I assume the Creo 2 is a little more upright than the Diverge. I have not ridden a Diverge but it seemed like the Creo 1 was a close match. I have a Creo 1 Expert L and a Creo 2 E5 56. Nominally...

A consideration you guys frequently overlook, is the sheer number of Creo's in the market and the availability of support and spare parts from local bike shops. The alternatives are interesting and may be excellent solutions but it's kind of like cars where you don't want to be the only one in...