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2021 Specialized

S-Works Turbo Levo

A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$15,000
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 150 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 38
ShockFox Float X2 Factory
Wheels29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetXX1 Eagle AXS, Eagle AXS
MotorSpecialized 565W 90Nm mid-drive
BatterySpecialized 700Wh
BrakesMagura MT7 Pro Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
S-Works Turbo Levo
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

S-Works Turbo Levo

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
S2

5'2" – 5'8"

S3

5'5" – 5'11"

S4

5'7" – 6'3"

S5

5'10" – 6'4"

S6

6'2" – 6'8"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'0", size S5, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Specialized Turbo Levo stands out as a top-tier enduro e-MTB, praised for its powerful motor, excellent suspension, and innovative design. It offers a smooth, natural riding experience with adjustable geometry and a high-capacity battery, making it versatile for various trails. However, its high price and weight are noted drawbacks.

Pros
  • Powerful, quiet motor with smooth power delivery

  • Excellent suspension performance for comfort and control

  • High-capacity battery for extended ride times

  • Adjustable geometry for versatile riding

  • Innovative design with clean integration of e-bike components

Cons
  • High price tag

  • Heavy compared to non-e-MTBs

  • Some models may lack premium components for the price

Key Quotes
The new Levo is the king of the e-mountain bikes.
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Specialized has redefined the shape of the modern electric mountain bike – sleek, progressive and fully-integrated.
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The Turbo Levo is the benchmark all other e-MTBs are judged against.
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Loam Wolf
Specialized Turbo Levo Expert –, 2022 eMTB Shootout

May 2022

We loved the Specialized Levo last year, so we were excited to get the 2022 Specialized Turbo Levo Expert. Read our review to see if it lived up to the hype!

Highs
  • Suspension Tune

  • Geometry and adjustability

  • Well rounded

  • Plows and Plays

Lows
  • Motor reliability?

  • Price tag

  • Charge port door

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Beta
One Year on the Specialized Turbo Levo Gen 3

Mar 2022 · Ryan Palmer

It's been through the gauntlet and come out unscathed—mostly.

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BikeRadar
Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo review

Jun 2021 · Alex Evans

Mega-money S-Works Turbo Levo has the performance to justify the price

Highs
  • Impeccable handling 99 per cent of the time

  • Amazing spec

  • Impressive suspension that proved to be both poppy and supple

  • Easy to adjust geometry with a wide range of settings

  • Great battery life and power delivery

Lows
  • Trail casing tyres reduce out-the-box capability

  • Damping tune might not suit ligher riders

  • Mind-blowing price tag

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo SL in review - Doping for your legs, just for your legs!

Jun 2021 · Peter Walker

ENDURO reviewing yet another eMTB?! There's actually a very good reason: the sub 17 kg Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo SL offers a very natural ride and top handling. Moreover, it allows you to enjoy long rides without getting exhausted! Fancy a shuttle session without taking the car?

Highs
  • Intuitive handling

  • Motor delivers a very natural ride feel

  • Successful integration of the motor-battery system

  • Modular battery concept with range extender

Lows
  • Lack of smoothness at high speed and little support from the suspension

  • Puncture-prone rear tire

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MBR
Specialized Turbo Levo SL Expert C electric mountain bike review - MBR

May 2021 · Alan Muldoon

The Specialized Turbo Levo SL Expert C gets its own Fact m11 carbon frame that builds into an impressive 18.57kg (40.94lb) complete bike.

Highs
  • Superb suspension and impressive range.

Lows
  • All sizes could be longer.

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E-Mountainbike Magazine
Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo on review – Best in Test for the fourth year running?

Apr 2021 · Felix Stix

The Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo has the big E-MOUNTAINBIKE group test for three years in a row. We had the exclusive opportunity to test the newest generation of Levo over several months and compare it with 24 of the hottest eMTBs of 2021. Is the S-Works Turbo Levo the best eMTB of 2021?

Highs
  • High-speed riding performance

  • Completely silent downhill

  • Attention to detail

  • MasterMind display offers plenty of connectivity and customisation options

Lows
  • Complex setup with numerous geometry options

  • Cockpit ergonomics with Shiftmix clamps

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp

Apr 2021 · Joshua Hutchens

Specialized follows up on the success of their Gen 3 Levo with small updates to the frame and suspension, and huge updates to the motor and software. A...

Highs
  • Impressive motor integration

  • Excellent software

  • Adjustable geometry

  • SWAT Storage

Lows
  • Hefty

  • Fox Rhythm 36 fork

  • Price

  • Tire spec

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Bikerumor
Review: 2021 Specialized Turbo Levo - big rides, actual weight & tech details

Mar 2021 · Tyler Benedict

First ride review, actual weight & complete tech overview of the new 3rd generation Specialized Turbo Levo...with video, slow motion & more!

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

FACT 11m full carbon, 29" front wheel, 27.5" rear wheel, full internal cable routing, 148mm spacing, fully sealed cartridge bearings, 150mm of travel, geo adjust head tube, geo adjust horst pivot

ColorsBlue Ghost Gravity Fade / Black / Light Silver; Metallic White Silver / Chrome / Dream Silver

Fork

FOX FLOAT 38 Factory 29, Grip2 damper, 44mm offset, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, 110x15mm, 1.5" tapered steerer, 160mm travel, Kashima

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX FLOAT X2 Factory, LSC, LSR, 2-position lever, 55x210mm, Kashima

Travel150mm

Stem

Deity, 35.0mm

Handlebar

Roval Traverse SL Carbon, riser bar, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 780mm, 35.0mm

Saddle

Bridge, 155/143mm, Hollow Ti-rails

Seatpost

RockShox Reverb AXS, 30.9, 1X remote, (S1:100mm, S2: 125mm, S3: 150mm, S4-S6: 170mm)

TypeDropper

Grips

Deity, Knuckleduster, Black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS

Crank

Praxis Carbon/Custom Offset/ISIS Spindle Interface, 160mm, SRAM X-Sync Eagle, 104 BCD, 34T, steel

Shifters

SRAM Eagle AXS Rocker Paddle

Cassette

SRAM XG-1299, 12-Speed, 10-52t

Chain

SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed

Brakes

Front: Magura MT7, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm rotor, Rear: Magura MT7, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm rotor

TypeMagura MT7 Pro Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Traverse SL 29, Rear: Traverse SL 27.5

Tires

Front: Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.6", Rear: Eliminator, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.6"

Electric Components
Motor

Specialized Turbo Full Power System 2.2 Motor

Battery

Specialized M3-700, Integrated battery, 700Wh

Remote

Specialized MasterMind TCU, percentage of remaining charge, 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote

Display

Specialized MasterMind TCU, percentage of remaining charge, 120 possible display configurations, MicroTune assist adjustment, ANT+/Bluetooth®, w/Handlebar remote

Charger

Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V

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