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Specialized Electric Road Bike - $2,900 (Medford)
bicycle type:
road
frame size:
4'10" - 5'5"
wheel size:
27 in
bicycle frame material:
aluminum
suspension:
frame and fork (full suspension)
brake type:
disc (hydraulic)
electric assist:
pedal assist
condition:
like new
make / manufacturer:
Specialized
model name / number:
Creo
serial number:
WSBCO23021698P
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-- Specialized uses a very specific "shorthand" to describe their builds. Your Creo SL E5 Comp is essentially the high-performance aluminum version of their flagship electric road bike.
-- Model: Creo
-- It’s designed to feel and handle like a traditional high-end road bike, just with a "boost."
Here's what the letters mean in the SL E5 Com:
-- SL (Super Light)
-- SL models use a much smaller, lighter motor and battery system. The goal is a bike that you can actually lift easily and that feels "nimble" rather than heavy when you’re cornering or pedaling without the motor on.
-- E5 (Frame Material) - Aluminum alloy used for the frame.
-- Specialized uses "E5 Premium Aluminum" for their high-end alloy bikes.
-- Comp (Trim Level): Think of this like a car trim (e.g., "LX" vs. "Limited"). Specialized generally ranks their bikes like this:
Base/Sport: Entry-level components.
Comp: (My bike) The "sweet spot" for enthusiasts. It features solid, reliable mid-to-high-tier parts (like Shimano GRX or 105) that can handle serious riding without the extreme price of the racing tiers.
-- Expert / Pro / S-Works: The ultra-expensive, lightweight racing tiers.