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Turbo Kenevo Expert
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Mentioned in Specialized Turbo eMTB Lineup 2023
Manufacturer Price
$9,000| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 180 / 180mm |
| Fork | RockShox BoXXer Select |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | GX |
| Motor | Specialized 565W 90Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 700Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'7" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Specialized Turbo Kenevo is a downhill e-bike that excels in technical terrain and descents, offering a plush ride with its 180mm travel suspension and dual-crown fork. Its motor assist enhances climbing efficiency without the need for suspension adjustments, though its weight can be a drawback. The bike is praised for its balanced handling, sturdy build, and innovative features like easy battery swaps.
180mm travel suspension for plush ride
Motor assist enhances climbing efficiency
Balanced handling and sturdy build
Easy battery swap trailside
Dual-crown fork for downhill capability
Heavy weight
Battery theft risk with hex tool
Expensive starting price
Brakes may lack power for hard riding
After the Levo got more capable, it left the Kenevo too close in abilities so Specialized went back to the drawing board to make the bike even more capable.
BikerumorThe new Turbo Kenevo Expert breaks the ebike mould.
BikeRadarThis is an extremely sturdy and overbuilt setup, thanks to points of interest like this X bar frame design, the super wide 34.9mm seat post, and through axles in not just the wheels, but even the battery housing.
Electric Bike ReviewThe Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert is much more than just a downhill bike with a motor.
E-Mountainbike MagazineSpecialized has raised the bar with the latest Kenevo Expert.
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Mar 2022 · Guy Kesteven
Does fitting an e-road motor to an Enduro beast work? We test the Specialized Turbo Kenevo SL Expert on the steepest and sketchiest trails to find out
Excellent, easily adjustable geometry
Full DH suspension feel
Light weight
Smoothly useable power
Excellent displays and app
High cost
Limited seatpost adjustment
Weedy tires
Stem is too long
Battery is fixed in DIY terms
Dec 2021
The Specialized Turbo Kenevo SL is the bike that will force you to look inward and think about what you truly want: power or playfulness. Read more!
Agility
Weight
Geometry
Sleekness
Suspension Spec
FUN!
Bar/stem combo
Brake Spec
Lack of power (compared to full power)
Price
SL vs Full Powered Kenevo
May 2021 · Ian Collins
A few weeks ago I was invited to an incredible riding riding location to test a very interesting new bike. The new-to-me place was Port Angeles, home of the legendary “Underworld Cup” – a U.S. National race that happened each year around Sea Otter time and, due to its timing, attracted top World Cup talent. The bike is the all new Specialized Turbo Kenevo Super Light. Upon a quick glance it could almost pass for an Enduro – for good reason, as you can see. Building upon the Enduro’s new suspension framework, the wizards at Specialized managed to fit the
May 2021 · Jason_Schroeder
Want more laps? The Kenevo SL may just be your ticket.
Exceptionally balanced, descent orientated geometry.
Updated firmware smoothes out pedal assist / cut out.
Efficient transfer of power/efficency.
Agile and maneuverable descending
Active suspension platform keeps bike tracking straight.
Over-the-air firmware updates
Regardless of geometry adjustment, low bottom bracket/low hung weight increases pedal strikes.
200mm rear rotor poorly regulate heat / brake fade on long, demanding descents.
Specialized Roval Traverse wheels not keen on heavy use.
Oct 2020 · Alan Muldoon
Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert isn't just slapping on a 180mm-travel RockShox Boxxer fork and calling it a day though. It's a completely redesigned frame.
Progressive sizing and geometry
Needs a lighter shock tune
Mar 2020 · Tom Marvin
Specialized’s latest ebike could be its best yet
Jan 2020 · Christoph Bayer
A bottle cage and a dual crown fork – thanks to the motor, these aren't contradictory features on the Specialized Turbo Kenevo. We were very excited to see if it could beat the competition.
Unlimited downhill capabilities
Confidence-inspiring on the descents
Powerful motor
Shuttle mode
Brakes are too weak for the intended use
Boring on easier trails
Dec 2019 · Felix Stix, Robin Schmitt, Jonas Müssig
The Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert is the only bike on test with a dual crown fork. Can it still climb?
No limits on the descents
Confidence inspiring on steep terrain
Great motor integration
Useful app to tune the support levels
Large selection of frame sizes
11-speed drivetrain
Brakes not powerful enough for the bike’s hard-riding purpose
Boring on easy trails
| Frame | Specialized M5 Premium Aluminum, 27.5 Trail Geometry, integrated down tube battery, enclosed internal cable, Command Post routing, 148mm spacing, fully sealed cartridge bearings, 180mm of travel Color: Black / Black / Stickerkit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer Select RC, 27.5, DebonAir, 20x110mm Boost™, 35mm chassis, 180mm of travel Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Rockshox Super Deluxe Select Plus, 2 position lever, 230 x 62.5mm Travel: 180mm |
| Stem | Specialized Direct Mount DH Stem, two-piece, forged alloy, 45mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 7050 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 27mm rise, 800mm width |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Command Post IRcc, 16-position micro-height adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SRL lever, 34.9mm, S: 130mm, M/L/XL: 160mm of travel Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Specialized Sip grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX, long cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis forged M30, custom offset, Praxis 32T, Steel, 104BCD |
| Shifters | SRAM S700, single-click lever |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130, 11-speed, 11-42t |
| Chain | KMC e11T, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm, Rear: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm Type: SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval 27.5" Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, 32h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Specialized disc, alloy flange & disc mount, sealed cartridge bearings, 20x110mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 370, 6-bolt, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Butcher, BLCK DMND casing, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5 x 2.6", Rear: Butcher, BLCK DMND casing, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5 x 2.6" |
| Motor | Specialized Turbo Full Power System 2.2 Motor |
|---|---|
| Battery | Specialized M2-700, integrated battery w/rock guard, 700Wh |
| Remote | Specialized TCU, 10-LED State of charge, 3-LED Ride Mode display, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote |
| Display | Specialized TCU, 10-LED State of charge, 3-LED Ride Mode display, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote |
| Charger | Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug |
First added March 26
Last updated June 11
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