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Turbo Kenevo Expert
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill e-bike with ultra high-end 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 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle |
| Motor | Specialized 565W 90Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 700Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'7" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'4"
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Jun 2024 · Alex Evans
Long-travel suspension and gutsy geometry combine with a light weight and low-power motor
Monster truck suspension
Descent focused geometry
Quiet riding
Confidence inspiring
Lacks torque and power
Battery life could be better
Slack seat angle and long top tube
Trail casing tyres
Hard to setup
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
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 Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Satin Doppio / Sand; Satin Olive Green / Oak Green |
|---|---|
| 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, 230 x 62.5mm Travel: 180mm |
| Stem | Descendant 35mm Direct Mount Stem, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Specialized Trail, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 30mm rise, 800mm, 35mm clamp |
| Saddle | Bridge, 155/143mm, Hollow Ti-rails |
| Seatpost | OneUp, Dropper Post-V2, MMX lever, 34.9 (S2: 120mm, S3: 150mm, S4: 180mm, S5: 210mm) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Deity, Knuckleduster, Black |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis forged M30, custom offset, 160mm, SRAM X-Sync Eagle, 104BCD, 32T, steel |
| Shifters | SRAM XO1 Eagle trigger, 12-speed, single click |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Code RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 220mm, Rear: SRAM Code RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 220mm Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval 27.5" Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, 32h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 20x110mm, 28h |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 370, 6-bolt, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Butcher Grid Gravity 2Bliss Ready T9, 27.5 x 2.6", Rear: Butcher Grid Gravity 2Bliss Ready T9, 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 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 |
First added March 28
Last updated January 31
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