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2022 Specialized Turbo Levo - a Technical MASTERPIECE

by Rob Rides EMTB

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Published 23 Mar 2021

TESTED: The Gen 3 Specialized Turbo Levo is here. 160mm Fork, 150mm rear travel and customisable geometry in 6 frame sizes. S-Works carbon model with Specialized Brose 2.2 Motor with reworked belt for improved reliability and better water sealing. 700Wh internal removable battery. All new MasterMind integrated TCU display and an outstanding ride. This new electric mountain bike from Specialized is next level. DISCLAIMER: Specialized paid for me to produce this video. This has allowed me to work with The Bike Pilot to film, capture and produce the video and therefore is market as 'Paid Promotion'. In no way did Specialized have any control or influence over the video, narrative or final content. I believe that being open and honest is important. The first time they see it is the same time as you. As brands now have direct access to YOU, my loyal audience via my channel, you deserve to know all the good stuff and bad stuff about the products I'm testing. Prices: Expert: £8750 / $11000 (US) Pro: £10750 / $13000 (US) S-Works: £13000 / $15000 (US) All models come with Fox 38 and X2. Carbon frames and the Mastermind TCU. Expect availability to be low (like the entire bike industry) so if you are serious about buying get an order in at your local dealers asap!

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Comments - 718

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@RobRidesEMTB3 years ago What a bike! Adjustable geo, next level integration, low weight, big battery, powerful motor, BIG PRICE! What you think? 42
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@franciscosegura19603 years ago Your videos are high quality. Not only high but top quality. You know how to make them so interesting that I really wacht them more than once. Your commentaries, the image, the sound are woth many more than 71 thousand subscribers. My thumb up is and my whole satisfaction. Thanks for doing a really good job. From Spain ... 47
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@oliviermissal87393 years ago Very nice bike but i just bought a 900cc bmw motorcycle for 13000€ and they want that for a emtb, absolutely mental !! 30
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@josepheustaquio55443 years ago Loving the content Rob. You’re really killing the video production. Awesome work. 6
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@Currtail3 years ago Loving the new use of your portable lighting, It looks great! Keep up the good work. 2
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@sunsetseventytwo3 years ago Very informative Rob, great early review, beautiful bike if not a tad pricey!! As usual really professionally put together video with great composition and music, one of the best emtb channels out there 👍 1
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@ramen33143 years ago why do you have only 71k subscribers when you deserve at least 500k?
It just feel soooo premium 15
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@everclear763 years ago Hi Rob, once again a great review. Incredible how professional you and your team are producing the movies! Thx for the great reviews and 20 minutes of great pleasure!
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@justgo40333 years ago I rented a levo a few years ago , i loved it , the 7 kilometre climb to the top of the mountain wasn’t easy for a middle age out of shape guy but the motor definitely helped. I was passing fit 20 year olds , it almost felt like cheating lol . You definitely feel the weight on the way down and the jumps but i can see myself getting used to it . ... 1
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@billderas34203 years ago Excellent review Rob. You picked up on some great features of the new Levo. Will be watching for what improvements happen to the 2022 version of the SL. 1
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@stevenmorgan22023 years ago Amazing review, I want one!!! I'm still blown away between riding a 2019 and a 2021 turbo levo how well rounded and excellent these bikes are. Both generations are just as good.
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@bjrnarkvalen74753 years ago Great info Rob, and great that you mention the motor issues on previous models. I have a Turbo Levo S-works from 2020 and had 4 motor swaps. Im currently waiting on a 5th as the same issue that sounds as its coming from the belt / cogs. Im realy at a loss, but I hope Specialized will honor me with a version of their new 2021 motor that hopefully will last. ...
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@noahhubbell24749 months ago love the ride, love how it handles, love the qulaity and love my riding speed choices!!
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@MrMightyDwighty3 years ago Great review Rob, lovely bike, glad to see Specialized moving forward.
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@MacAudio743 years ago Aaaah amazing vid. Nice to recognize some of the trails, only started riding Swinley last week, I am really enjoying it.
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@mattchay843 years ago Fair play that was an excellently shot and put together video 👍 2
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@scottstone14442 years ago Great video, very informative! The use of the LED light bars was on point.
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@dougrodriguez49775 months ago I just purchased a 2023 comp carbon. Really like the motor and all the app functions. The shocks are ok but I can see upgrading them after a year or so of use. The a
Original alloy handlebar is brutally rigid, grips and handlebar will be the first upgrades. I’m a 59yo guy with 30+ years of mountain bike riding experience, the bike is transforming my riding style and teaching me new ways. I’m having fun.
My motor so far is extremely quiet. ...
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@glynnbuxton33493 years ago Really well presented, edited and produced. I thought it was so detailed yet still had a carefully chosen script to not overdo it so I was utterly convinced that honesty was evident. A bike this price must be at the top end of indulgence so I see how hard it must have been to hold back the gushing. Maybe the price tag had something to do with that, but maybe, ..just maybe it might be worth that? ... 1
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@stuartmoseley3 years ago You don’t need to buy a bike that costs 8k-13k to enjoy the sport of Mountain Biking. 52
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@boxster98173 years ago I like in my 21 levo that there's no display at all. Initially I thought maybe i'd miss it, but now I love it cause I concentrate on the views of nature than on numbers. Reduction of information is a true art nowadays, it brings so much more relaxation. ... 8
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@daveybmtb3 years ago This review is like a top gear episode, so much more interesting than some of the others out there, loved it! 7
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@earlteigrob92113 years ago I’ve got 4 2020 levo/kenevos and they have nailed the motor issues. Amazing bikes!!!
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@neekodevinchi3 years ago I'm so glad I brought my Status 160 so I can acclimate myself to the mullet style of riding.
Super hyped for the new Levo but MY DAYZ, THEY'RE EXPENSIVE!!!!!.
I'll have to give this some proper thought as to whether I buy one. And in the grand scheme of things, it's not like it has rendered the previous models obsolete.
Looking forward to your comparison video between the new model and the previous model rob.
Keep up the vids mate and keep on shredding 🤘 ...
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@captnhuffy3 years ago Sounds EXCELLENT. I'm sure these amazing ideas and improvements will find their way onto bikes in lower price ranges.. and the sooner the better!!1
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@ckmolenaar3 years ago It is really a masterpiece but those prices are insane 28
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@Ronburgundy753 years ago Those prices are ridiculous. You’d have to be off your meds to spend that much on an ebike, especially when you can get so much more, for so much less. 116
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@legyvanmaster3 years ago Great presentation, Rob! Can`t wait for new Kenevo presentation :) 3
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@mikec34053 years ago That display is awesome with all the functions and btw Bosch Kiox have pretty much the same options already for some 2-3 years out there. 4
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@scottjameseaton55033 years ago I personally think the best upgrade they could do would be to make them more reliable. 79
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@edj82533 years ago Yes it looks great, but at those prices who cares how good it is. Prices are just taking the p!$$. Ridiculous. 21
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@nikogrande97163 years ago Great video! In thanks for talking about the problems in the previous models.... I think that hast to be said
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@Builtforthewild3 years ago Another great video rob! I can see the amount of effort that has gone into filming this👌🏼 keep it up :) 5
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@chriscastor83283 years ago Rode a Levo SL rental last year and loved it. Just one day on that bike and I was 100% sold on e-biking. I appreciate that bike even more now that I'm lugging a 24kg monster around. That said, not sure I could ever buy one of these. "Settled" on a YT Decoy Shred. I'll take the extra 2 pounds and deal with the slightly smaller battery for a 50% discount in price. ...
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@simonpage2941last year I pick mine up on Thursday! Same colour too! Great review Rob....😎
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@19bootsy683 years ago A few years ago they said... E-mountain bikes would become lighter, batteries will have more watts and lastly E-mountain bikes would become cheaper 🤔. 15
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@Surfcentertarifa20143 years ago Superb video, can't wait for 2022! 1
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@Rooney_the_grey_bird3 years ago With the price increase, im happy to still have 2 years left on my 2019 levo.
I will be waiting for the warranty to run out, before I upgrade to another. I know there's a big selection to choose from nowadays, but I find specialized to have the best customer service, and that my friend's, is priceless with a emtb 💯😉 ...
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@biketothetop3 years ago I love my 2019 Levo Expert and I'm glad they are financing my motor warranty replacement with 2022 models proceeds so when my motor fails again the company won't be bankrupt! ...
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@pierresiepka52103 years ago Hello Rob ! Always a great video and i still have pleasure to watch this kind of video.
Regarding what you said on the bike, Specialized has done some huge and welcomed changes.
Prices seem to go wild, in my opinion. We'll see the euro conversion.
If i had to buy an ebike right now, i think i'd go for the SL version.
I'm really looking forward to seeing the same kind of evolution on the SL, and hoping for a quieter motor too ;) ... 1
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@jonowinter3 years ago Looks like a needed upgrade with some class leading features. Great vid mate. 👍🏻
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@madmountainman51973 years ago And some people were saying the Bullit was expensive....It's looking like a nice ride with some nifty little touches, but i'm glad i've put my deposit down on the Santa Cruz in XXL, as the S6 still doesn't come up to scratch for the taller riders. ...
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@MarkoPetejan3 years ago I made micro tune on my gen2 myself a year ago with cheap bluetooth multimedia remote and it is a nice thing to have and looks great
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@Viananen3 years ago That must be an amazing ebike, but I must say that this video is also quite awesome. Those sunset shots are epic! 7
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@adrianneale36003 years ago Awesome Video Again Rob, nearly like it as much as beat your screen time video, love the bike though I think people will have a easier time (gulp) with the price if you are able to update the TCU battery etc so when they spend this much on an amazing bike they arent having to change 2 years later to keep up with electronics/tech etc. Great lighting, Great Music, Great Presentation and camera work still smashing it Rob ! Just to add a few days after this comment Looks like Specialized are going to sell the screen for older Levo's and kenevo's, high five Specialized ! for making it backwards compatible ! Awesome !just to say have now been on one, and well best bike I have ever riden ! ...
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@bradtrent52983 years ago I love it when Rob says, ‘Kinematics’......I suggest we base a drinking game around when he says it!!! 😂 4
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@leedove72553 years ago They doubled the prices to cover the 4 year warranty costs. 😉 9
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@leecharlesworth79753 years ago Absolutely mega, think you were first out of the gate with that e Rob.
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@nickirlam48113 years ago They are a stunning bike! but they are just out pricing it for the market. 18
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@andrewhurrell073 years ago Great video Rob top quality as for the levos they're stunning bikes when I think of them and compare them to anything else it's like comparing the iPhone to android phones very expensive compared to others that do the same for a better price keep the videos coming great quality lately 👍 ...
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@briankoehn16473 years ago Holy Cow Rob! I love the Video, everything about it! You have put a lot of time and effort into learning how to engage with your audience and I am absolutely blown away with your quality and arrangement. I think the 20% increase in price across the board for Specialized is more supply chain related and I am hoping to see prices go down in the next year or two. All the manufacturers keep changing the game with new technology it's hard to look for a previous seasons model without feeling left out. I Still LOVE Specialized bikes and the Levo is firmly on that list ever since I test road one in 2018. Which year model should I be looking at since the 2021 is so obviously out of reach? And, at 5 foot 6 inches in height, should I go for a Small or a Medium? ...
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@smc_stefan2 years ago What can I say, I dropped a silly amount of money on a Levo Pro two weeks ago and I couldn't be a happier man. Just love it!
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@mikrr21753 years ago I watched your vid about 2019 levo. Thought, this guy is awesome and I like the bike. Went out and bought one.....
Bruv, I can't shell out $15000.... But you still an awesome presenter.
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@glenpattenden83823 years ago Fantastic video Rob and bike looks great 1
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@CrotZari3 years ago Looks sensational! But SO expensive! I would worry over being robbed with a bike like that. After being robbed at the store. :) Seriously, it´s a dreambike for sure. The combination of high price and the low stock in shops will mean that I´ll never see one in real life though. I am just lucky I have my trusty Haibike from 2019. Last year was insane in regard of how few bikes actually was sent to retailers here. I am not sure 2021 will be a better year. It is great to have your videos to watch, it allowes us to see that innovation and new bikes are still coming. Good work! ...
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@jimmyharris32383 years ago Brilliant review Rob best one I’ve seen 👌👌
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@kiteboardkid3 years ago great review Rob, keep up the good work mate! :-)
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@patrickhenderson4882 years ago had me entertained the whole time I was hooked well done
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@michaeljames85343 years ago Great video Rob. For an S-WORKS that colour scheme looks poor to me, as they usually pop and look expensive to even a layman. Meanwhile the upgrades and improvement made all appear to make sense and to a degree were expected. I recently waited a long 7 months for my 2021 Levo, due to covid and the extra demand. Specialized added a very cheeky second price increase 4 months in which got very little coverage, luckily my bike shop honoured the price when my deposit was taken. I was hoping you was going to touch on their plans for a full range, as I know initially brands launch their top end models first and it would have possibly reduced us all moaning about the price of the bikes, but they do have us over a price point barrel. I can see loads of Gen 2 owners, like me going mullet and asking if the TCU can be updated? Keep up the quality channel. ... 1
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@GuillermoGonzalez-zelglez2 years ago Great video thanks for the details on the specifications i want to buy one now lol well may be I own a gravel specialized Diverge but Now I want this bike thanks again
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@douglampkin13 years ago Great video Rob. I own a 2020 S-Works Turbo Levo and wanted to upgrade to the 2022 version. BUT looking at what they have done to the price is just crazy and makes me angry. No upgrade for me. 2
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@turbolevo87033 years ago If it is true that they are starting at 9k then that is simply too much and many people will look elsewhere.
They need a base model for £6k maximum. 32
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@Coolcmsc3 years ago Rob, thanks for this. Exciting indeed. The motor — I do hope the bearings are better and the ‘waterproofing’ works having had to return a 2020 Levo with the 2.1 and all the upgrades for a full refund after 14 months of horrible electrics (the ride was fun).
I’ve replaced with a Santa Cuz Bullit S build..... Same price as the Specialized entry level and the EP8 in real world riding is very similar to the Brose (yes, it won’t win silly races up fire roads, but on the 98% of hills that are ridden by the 98% of riders, the EP8 is a match for the Brose to within an easily forgettable whisper0.
Up hill, the Bullit is a whole generation better than the 2020 Levo and remember the Bullit is 170 front and rear.
Downhill and on Singletrack, thanks to modern frame and motor location design, the is way more of a bike than I can exploit — taking coaching for that — whereas the 2020 Levo wasn’t able to keep up with me....
It’ll be interesting to hear over next few months if the Gen 3 Levo will match a Bullit all round. As the same price for the as the new Gen 3, let’s see... I hear the 2022 Bullit prices are going up a bit and I don’t know about the specs. ... 2
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@mikebebb92683 years ago S-Works pretty unobtainable for the masses.
If I was gonna spend 13k on MTB’s, I’d buy a 6.5k eMTB & have 6.5k left over for an MTB. 28
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@tonyp_emtb32933 years ago Amazing trails, where was this filmed. Bike looks ok as well 3
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@chuckdavis5723 years ago $15,000 is insane. In 1997 I bought the most expensive bike you could buy. A Kestrel rubicon with Kooka cranks. Ringle stem/post/headset/stem/bars. Magura brakes, Judy DH, Ringle hubs, etc. Literally the best of everything. It cost $5,000 at the time. Inflation adjusted that's $8,350 today. The kestrel was made in USA. This Specialized is made in China. We're getting screwed ... 5
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@robhaskins30683 years ago Good presentation Rob. How is it that my 2018 carbon comp levo has been a Mullet with 150mm cranks and a super quiet reliable powerful smooth software updated motor for over 3 years now with a TCD glued on the top tube.
What did I and they know in 2018 before specialized went backwards, only to get back on track now.
I like the adjustable steering head and chainstay. All done before in 1970's on Can-Am motorcycles. E=Mtb² ...
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@NeilsEMTBWorld3 years ago Great video Rob 📸 Nice piece of kit!!
13k though 😮
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@14TacomaDR3 years ago Just 2 months my 2021 Turbo Levo and I need a new rear derailleur .The gears started grinding when I was shifting .Stopped to check it and one of the arms that support the jockey wheel was broken. Guy at the shop said the arm was worn like a rock had been logged in it. So no warranty.
Fortunately they have the part and I should have it back tomorrow. ...
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@angeljimenez21123 years ago Wish I could own one. Beautiful bike at the height of what an EMTB could be.
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@jimmykatsaounis34763 years ago Great bike but I’ll wait another season or 2 before I commit to another Levo I was in the repair shop more than I was riding.
Bought a Cube last year a Solid Beast maybe not as nimble but insanely reliable No repairs no issues so far, touch wood! ...
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@sadphil013 years ago water ingress on the motor was where the cranks are, no seals on them (watch performance line video where he strips the motor down & beefs up the clutch & adds seals).
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@seantaylormtb71703 years ago Hey Rob, great vid as always, and anyone that just thinks you are advertising a product doesn't either listen or watch your channel regularly. But this is a shame, Spesh in my view are heading the wrong way. I have a Levo (as have put before) gen 2 i guess, 2018 carbon, was £5k i have changed the geometry with longer ZEB fork, have Ohlins coil shock, crank Bros eBike wheelset etc. Zero issues with motor on my bike after a few BPW and other park trips and hundreds of miles. Over £10k for a bike that will be out of date in 12-24months is nuts, tbh i'm still pssd they don't offer a battery upgrade for my bike (??). Most of us governed buy price not just the best at any cost. If buying now I wouldn't buy a Spesh even though really they are still the benchmark. That bike for me just isn't worth the $$$$, after all ride is everything. ...
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@WFOSA673 years ago I just don’t know, my 2019 Levo comp has been frustratingly unreliable in the 2000 or so miles I’ve done. To give credit my LBS has been brilliant and it hasn’t cost me a penny but the thought of being a guinea pig again is majorly off putting and that’s before the massive price hike is brought into the consideration 😳😳 Great review Rob, many thanks😎 ... 3
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@marcusoutdoors49993 years ago Big question, if my motor breaks on my 2020 Levo, can they replace it with the new motor? Or to put it another way, can you replace a Gen2 motor with a Gen3 unit? Obviously I don't need to say how fantastic the video was, very nice riding and filming. Your production values are just getting better and better. ...
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@VadikRamm3 years ago I am super stoked for this one! Now the question that does not escape my mind: Will this Gen 3 Battery fit my Gen 2 Levo?
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@TheSwissMotard3 years ago I can't believe that we have to wait an entire year until this comes out.
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@59trevski3 years ago Amazing what they have done in all areas. What is it like at 25kh does it still feel like the breaks have come on or is it more natural.
Santacruz or Levo Rob?
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@MelkonTorosyan3 years ago Thanks for the review Rob! Great! I did see a bluetooth Icon on the Mastermind. Does this mean, that my chest strap will be connected directly an independent form the MC App? And what about Smart Control? Is the MC App needed? ...
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@steveharper40173 years ago Really expensive but what a stunning bike! Specialized have really hit the mark with this and the Kenevo SL. It's a shame they can't bring the price point down a little more.
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@TheBarnylondon3 years ago Im feeling sooo sad Rob , that was an advert . Mate you are known for honest reviews ... Its a very expensive Levo and really honestly they have changed ,,,,, not alot . I was expecting so much more .... thanks for the hard work obs ... cheers ... 2
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@jimji27742 years ago NIce review but you didn't even show the controller which I think is one of the features that sets Specialized apart. So ergonomic and unobtrusive got to love it. Its a small thing compared to power and handling but makes a difference when riding and just looking at the bike. ...
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@kburn3 years ago ordered from the one and only Chris Reilly, shame this colour is not available until the summer :-) Great review and like you say Rob, if they can sort out the water ingress then this really is a step forwards :-)
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@GlennRacing13 years ago Great review. Did I miss the info on the battery, if/how it’s removable ?
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@Hardcaslte3 years ago Having a built in power meter is a pretty huge advantage.
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@mikechurcher93203 years ago Fantastic bike and so was your video. I am very much a beginner and a tall guy, is your riding style with a low saddle height your preference or is that mtb technique. I don't think your leg is ever close to being extended...just wondering if my own style is incorrect. ...
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@SunSnowGravity3 years ago That's a beautiful bike but sorry, prices just got out of control! How can I justify it to my wife that I'd like to buy one?? 19
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@DavidSmith-wy5js3 years ago Great looking bike & excellent videography you should do this as a job. 2
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@76ram13 years ago Great review Rob, however, will they offer these new motor and housing in the earlier bikes when and not if they fail? One for Chris at Berkshire Cycles.
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@andrewgreenwood87273 years ago Rob, Do you find the 170 Axs dropper ok, I'm getting the S4 Turbo levo expert ! I'm 6"0 (183) & will eventually upgrade to the Axs dropper would be good if they had a 200 dropper to come in the near future!!! But is the 170 fine !!! Great vid of the gen 3 turbo levo & I'm probably going to upgrade to Axs shifting with the Axs upgrade kit ( GX ); ...
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@grundy19732 years ago Great vid Rob. I’ve since bought the cobalt blue comp alloy. Regarding the AXS dropper post, I’m 6ft 3 like you. Did you find it long enough. I’m tempted to buy one for my levo
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@thadbond79703 years ago Hey Rob - great review! Do you know if the TCU module will be retrofittable to the G2 Levos?
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@rubbadubclub3 years ago Hi Rob, Great video! What brakes does the s works come with? Cheers!
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@stevem40383 years ago Great video production values Rob! Do worry about the F1 ness of this offering for real world use though. Carbon framing and sophisticated electronics? Water, mud and extreme use will certainly test their ruggedness and reliability which to date has been questionable. Time will tell I guess. ...
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@hxcdynasty3 years ago I want one really bad but I’m gonna hang on to my 2020 meta power 29 essential for a while. I’m gonna wait for a big jump in tech.