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Turbo Levo Expert
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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Mentioned in Specialized Turbo eMTB Lineup 2023
Manufacturer Price
$10,000| Weight | 50.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Eagle AXS, GX Eagle Transmission |
| Motor | Specialized 565W 90Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 700Wh |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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View Comparison4'11" – 5'3"
5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'7" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'8"
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Summary
The Specialized Turbo Levo is praised for its balanced and versatile handling, making it suitable for a wide range of riders and conditions. It features a smooth, powerful motor with excellent battery life and highly adjustable geometry that enhances its adaptability. However, some reviews note issues with suspension durability and the bike's high cost.
Balanced and versatile handling
Smooth and powerful motor with excellent battery life
Highly adjustable geometry
Excellent suspension performance when functioning properly
Well-integrated technology and user interface
High cost
Suspension durability issues, particularly with Fox Float X2 shocks
Heavy weight when motor is not assisting
Some components may lack durability or performance in extreme conditions
The Levo makes me feel like a kid again. All my worries disappear and life is carefree, my hair blowing in the wind as I rocketship around on my fancy new toy.
BetaThe Turbo Levo’s balanced and damped feel, exceptionally capable suspension and highly adjustable geometry make it suitable for a wide range of riders.
BikeRadarSpecialized raised the bar to unimaginable heights, which some manufacturers are still struggling to reach.
E-Mountainbike MagazineThe Levo offers some of the best handling and suspension we’ve experienced on an e-MTB.
Flow Mountain BikeSpecialized has taken the previous Turbo Levo platform and improved it on all fronts.
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Mar 2024
The Specialized Turbo Levo, a flow trail rider's dream, effortlessly navigates lips, roots, and rocks with its lightweight design, albeit with a reduced battery range compared to competitors, making it ideal for those seeking a playful ride with motor assistance.
Extremely light
Fun and poppy suspension kinematics
Available range extender
360 Wh battery range may not be enough for some riders
Less supple in chunky terrain than the travel numbers would suggest
Sep 2024 · Joshua Hutchens
Specialized follows up on the success of their first Levo SL with a bike that looks more like the Stumpjumper than an e-bike. A slim 320Wh battery powers...
Lightweight
Trail bike feel
Optional range extender
Excellent motor integration
Pricey
Limited range
Aug 2024 · Ron Koch
Simply put, they took all the positives of the Stumpjumper platform and added a motor to make this an extremely versatile all-mountain machine.
Aug 2024 · Natalie Martins
A powerful eMTB that empowers young, confident riders to tackle longer and more challenging trails, the Turbo Levo SL Kids is trailworthy steed for advanced riders.
Extended ride time with less fatigue
Tackles elevation gains of 500 ft. +
Customizable pedal assist levels via Specialized App
Convenient handlebar remote for assist level changes
Top speed can be limited to 10 mph at dealer
Mastermind computer unit displays battery, speed, mileage
Walk assist feature
Local bike shop support at Specialized dealers
Slack 66° head tube angle for stable descents
Powerful Specialized 1.2 SL motor (320W, 50Nm)
Integrated 320Wh battery provides 3-5 hours ride time
SRAM NX 11-speed drivetrain with good climbing range
SRAM Level T hydraulic disc brakes with good stopping power
Rubberized chainstay protector
Dropper post standard (80mm)
Aggressive geometry with low handlebars can be uncomfortable for beginners
Motor only engages when pedaling, no throttle
Dropper post not usable for shorter kids (inseam < 24")
Non-removable battery requires charging on bike
Heavy weight (36.8 lb) for a kids' bike
Heavier than woom UP 5 (34.8 lb)
Weight makes bike less nimble, especially on technical terrain
Pedal strikes due to long 155mm crank arms and low clearance
Dropper post has limited travel (effective travel about 1.75")
Battery not compatible with Turbo Levo range extender
Stock grips showed wear after 200+ miles
Learning curve for shifting with motor assist
Jan 2024 · Julian Schwede
How did the Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo SL fare against the competition in our big 2024 trail bike group test?
Excellent balance between agility and composure
Makes you feel at ease right from the start like no other bike in this test
Very good motor integration
Brake lines rattles against the handlebars
Expensive
Jun 2023 · Jordan Villella
The new Specialized Turbo Levo SL Kids gives a whole new avenue for your lil shredder to have fun on the trails.
May 2023 · Alex Evans
Specialized’s mid-range carbon fibre Turbo Levo looks to retain the magic of the S-Works version at a lower price
Neutral balanced handling
Amazing in the turns with plenty of grip
Great suspension dampers
Frame s potential exceeds fork performance limited by travel
Value for money
May 2023 · Mike Kazimer
The Levo SL now has more power, more torque, and a wide range of geometry possibilities.
| 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 Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Gloss / Satin Obsidian / Gloss Taupe; Satin Harvest Gold / Obsidian |
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| Fork | Fox 38 Performance Elite, Grip 2 damper, 29", 160mm travel, 44mm offset Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | S2-S6: Fox Float X2 Performance Elite series, 210x55mm, S1: Fox Float DPS Performance Elite series, 210x52.5mm Travel: 150mm |
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | Specialized Trail, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 30mm rise, 780mm, 35mm clamp |
| Saddle | Bridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 155/143mm |
| Seatpost | OneUp, Dropper Post-V2, MMX lever, 34.9 (S1:120mm, S2/S3:150mm, S4: 180mm, S5/S6: 210mm) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Deity Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Derailleur |
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| Crank | Praxis Forged/Custom Offset/ISIS Spindle Interface, 160mm |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS POD Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Cassette, 12spd, 10-52t |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Flattop Chain |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Traverse 29, Rear: Traverse 27.5 |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Roval Traverse, sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Tires | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.6" |
| Motor | Specialized 2.2 Custom Rx Trail Tuned Motor |
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| 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 |
First added January 2
Last updated June 8