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Turbo Levo
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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Mentioned in Specialized Turbo eMTB Lineup 2023
Manufacturer Price
$5,499| Weight | 53.4 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 |
| Shock | Marzocchi Bomber |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX Eagle, NX Eagle |
| Motor | Specialized 565W 90Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 700Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 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 a highly capable enduro e-bike praised for its powerful and smooth motor system, excellent suspension performance, and versatile geometry adjustments. It offers a balanced ride that excels in both climbing and descending, with intuitive handling and advanced tech features. However, it is noted for its high cost, weight, and some motor power limitations on non-S-Works models.
Powerful and smooth motor system with high torque and peak power
Excellent suspension performance and tuning
Versatile geometry adjustments for customizable handling
Advanced tech features and user-friendly interface
Well-balanced ride quality for climbing and descending
High price point across models
Heavy weight, especially when motor is not assisting
Full motor power often restricted to S-Works versions
Some reliability issues with components like shocks
Motor can be noisy at high torque levels
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.
BetaThis seriously capable bike feels incredible on the downs, but just as capable on the ups, too.
BikeRadarThe Levo offers some of the best handling and suspension we’ve experienced on an e-MTB.
Flow Mountain BikeThe new Turbo Levo is noticeably more powerful than the gen 3.
MBRThe result is an extremely refined and well-integrated electric mountain bike package with enhanced versatility through quick and easy geometry adjustments.
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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
May 2026
This now-discounted, longish-travel, fire-breathing eMTB does many things well
Powerful and refined Brose 3.1 motor with 120 N·m torque and 840 Wh battery
Excellent climbing grip and controllable power delivery
Exceptional cornering ability with MX setup and short chainstays
Out-of-the-box geometry adjustability (head angle, BB height, chainstay length)
In-frame SWAT storage and stem multi-tool
Easily removable battery with range extender option
Smart charger with fast charging (80% in 60 min) and Eco/Standard/Fast modes
App-based tuning with Micro Tune and Dynamic Micro Tune
High-end components including Fox Factory suspension, SRAM XX drivetrain, DT Swiss wheels
Very high price, even after discounts
Pitching forward on steep, rough descents and in deep holes
Feels unbalanced for some testers; tippy up front
Shorter travel (150mm rear) limits capability in very steep, rough terrain
Apple Find My feature difficult to set up
3D-printed saddle holes can trap mud and spray water
Occasional drivetrain clunks
App auto-start requires 'always' location permission
Sep 2025 · Jeremy Benson
Specialized races to the top of the mountain and the top of the price leaderboard with its new $20,000 S-Works Turbo Levo 4 LTD.
Jul 2025
With its latest generation e-MTB, Specialized has the likes of Amflow and Bosch set well within its sights as the S-Works Turbo Levo 4 boasts big power and serious integration. With that, it provides an approachable and easy to get on with ride that’ll please a serious range of riders, new and experienced. However, you’ll have to pay for the privilege, the GENIE tech may be an acquired taste, and it’s not quite as light as I would expect for the rather serious outlay.
Jun 2025 · Griffin Hales
The more economical options in the Levo line still deliver serious power, a massive battery, and Specialized’s second-to-none frame design for all-mountain riding. Specialized’s Turbo Levo Gen 4 is the kind of sequel that doesn’t just continue a legacy, it reasserts it. The previous model was already a fan favorite, renowned for its balanced geometry,
Elite motor performance. The Specialized 3.1 mid-drive motor delivers 666W peak power and 101Nm of torque. It has punchy yet refined output with buttery smooth engagement across cadences.
Adjustable geometry. Riders can dial in their preferred ride feel with flip chips at the shock and seat stays, plus a 3-position adjustable head tube angle.
Quiet, natural ride feel. Despite its power, the motor remains impressively quiet and intuitive, helping the bike feel nimble and planted even on techy terrain.
Big battery, long range. The 840Wh battery provided one of our longest range results to date in max assist, with flexibility to add a 280Wh range extender or downsize to a 600Wh battery to save weight.
App & display integration. The MasterMind display is clean and informative, while the Specialized app unlocks deep customization, ride tracking, auto-lock security features, and Apple Find My integration.
SWAT storage & smart design touches. Hidden storage in the downtube means you can ditch the pack for shorter rides, and a tool hides inside the stem cap for convenient battery access.
Great suspension with GENIE tech. Fox 36 Rhythm fork and Float X shock with Specialized’s GENIE system offer plush support and better bottom-out resistance.
Mullet wheel setup feels agile. The 29” front / 27.5” rear setup, paired with shorter chainstays, keeps the handling snappy and fun despite the bike’s heft.
Bottle cage fitment is tight. The built-in storage and frame shape may limit you to smaller water bottles.
Stem tool can stick. The SWAT tool hidden in the stem needed some grease to function smoothly out of the box.
Apr 2025 · Benedikt Schmidt
111 Nm torque, 720 watts peak output, and a hefty €14,499 price tag – the all-new 2025 Specialized Turbo Levo 2025 has finally landed. And of course, we’ve put it through its paces for you.
Apr 2025 · Robin Weaver
The new Turbo Levo 4 ups its power and torque figures, as well as its on-trail prowess
Incredibly well balanced suspension
Geometry adjustment that makes a difference
Smooth power delivery
Power delivered across wide cadence window
Quiet
Astonishingly pricey
Only s works model gets top torque and power stats
Apr 2025 · Benedikt Schmidt, Robin Schmitt
111 Nm torque, 720 watts peak output, and a hefty €14,499 price tag – the all-new 2025 Specialized Turbo Levo 2025 has finally landed. And of course, we’ve put it through its paces for you.
Fun and well-balanced mix of agility and stability
Excellent suspension performance
High-end components
Powerful motor with outstanding modulation
Fast charging
Clever features and everyday usability
Sinfully expensive
Full motor power only available with the S-Works model
Beefy downtube
Fast charger too big to carry in a backpack
| Frame | Specialized M5 premium alloy, BB height adjust, S-Sizing, internal cable routing, 150mm travel, 148mm spacing Colors: Black / Light Silver / Black; Dark Moss Green / Dune White |
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| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1, 29", S2-S6: 160mm, S1: 150mm, sweep adjust compression Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Marzocchi Bomber inline, S2-6: 210x55mm, S1: 210x52.5, low speed rebound adjust Travel: 150mm |
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | 6061 mtn bars, 35mm diameter, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degrees up sweep, 800mm width. S1/S2: 30mm rise, S3-S6: 40mm rise |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails |
| Seatpost | TranzX dropper, 34.9mm, S1: 100mm, S2: 125mm, S3: 150mm. S4-S5: 170mm, S6- 200mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
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| Crank | Praxis forged M30, custom offset, 160mm, SRAM X-Sync Eagle, 104 BCD, 32T, steel |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle, single-click lever |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM DB8, 220mm rotor, Rear: SRAM DB8, 200mm rotor Type: SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Specialized 29, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Alloy Rear Hub Disc, Sealed Cardridge Bearings, 6-Bolt, 12X148mm Thru-Axle, 32H, Hd Steel Fhb |
| Tires | Front: Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3", Rear: Eliminator, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9/T7 compound, 27.5x2.3" |
| 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 August 17
Last updated December 6
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