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Hi Borelij, I don't have the weight-savings details available, but the performance is superb! Yes, it's the 1.5 Future Shock. The 2.0 Future Shock isn't compatible. The price for everything (fork+shock+Enve carbon bar+labor) was approximately $600.00 US. The LBS was absolutely terrific to...

Hi everyone, I've completed several upgrades since my post above. Here's a list of what I've added with some LBS help. *Enve carbon riser bar. *Carbon fork (same part from 5.0 model). *Future Shock (same part from 5.0 model). *Redshift suspension seatpost. *Sella Italia Diva Gel Ti Superflow...

I would absolutely buy this! I would also love to see it offered with carbon rims, bar, seat post, etc. Basically, if a component is available in carbon, I’m on board! Santa Cruz uses a bar designed for internally routed cables. The result is an extremely clean look. VadoSL is in desperate...

So happy for you! BTW: If anyone is looking for this same model, Hoback Sports in Jackson Hole, Wyoming has several in stock.

Hi everyone, Here's a picture of my bike's recent adventure. 🙃 Grand Teton National Park Jackson Hole, Wyoming

@kahn: Thank you! I love it! The carbon fork/Future Shock combination is more to my liking. I also don't need a range extender, as I'm a light rider and have repeatedly returned from my riding with a surprisingly robust amount of battery life remaining. At this point, I'm not planning to...

Hi Vado SL friends, I'm new to this thread and am still making my way through all your wonderful posts! In the meantime, I thought I'd post my brand new 2022 Vado SL 4.0 EQ step-through model, which I just took delivery of. I originally wanted to purchase the 5.0 EQ model for the many...

Thank you all for your input. After receiving your thoughts, I reached out to Specialized. My contacts confirmed the following regarding the 2022 Vado SL 5.0 EQ: 1) because of its lightweight, it does not require a "boost" sized hub as MTBs do; 2) while the weight savings isn't terribly...

Thank you your response. The question is not why. Rather, the question is whether anyone has done precisely what I asked. I am familiar with how the 5.0 is spec'd. I am also familiar with many aftermarket products that one might use on a Vado SL. But again, my question was specifically...

Thinking about ordering the Vado SL 5.0 EQ step-thru this season. I am debating about the purchase somewhat, as I tried the 4.0 non-EQ and wasn't overly impressed. That said, I was wondering if anyone has upgraded their stock wheels to Rivol or other carbon wheels. The weight savings isn't...

I ordered mine yesterday--on Earth Day!! 🌏 Court should be thrilled, as he's been reporting on this bike and its lack of a step-thru frame since at least 2020! https://electricbikereview.com/specialized/turbo-vado-sl-4-0-

Thanks, Terb. You must have saved loads doing it that way! Good on you!

Hey Terb, Did you start with the R-build and then swap out parts from there? I have the S-build in a Size Small and would be pleased to lower my bike's weight by 10 lbs. or so. Could you please provide a complete list of the original items you replaced and with what you replaced them with...

Are any front or rear suspension upgrade options available? I've already added a suspension seat post. Thank you.

Court: In your initial post you mention a set screw that can be used to more permanently fix the mount to the display. I'd like to more securely attach mine in that way. Do you know what size screw will work for this job? Thanks!