2024 Specialized
Turbo Kenevo Comp
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
€5,500($6,043)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 180 / 180mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float DHX Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, Praxis |
| Motor | Specialized mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 500Wh |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'7" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'4"
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Nov 2022 · Alan Muldoon
The Specialized S-Works Turbo Kenevo SL works its magic in many different ways, but at the root of them all is its superb blend of stability and agility.
Can hang with the best enduro bikes on the descents and leave them for dead on the climbs. Unobtrusive motor accentuates the positives. Six unique geometry settings
Battery can’t be removed easily. Limited seat post insertion. It’s a decent deposit on a house.
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
Mar 2022 · Jonas Müssig
The Specialized S-Works Kenevo SL enters our 2022 eMTB group as a capable yet superlight eMTB. The smaller motor and battery bring several advantages to the trail – and some disadvantages too! How did the Kenevo fare against the competition in our 2022 eMTB group test?
System integration
Extremely composed at high speed
Modular battery concept
'S' sizing concept doesn't really work
The spec doesn't do justice to the intended application
Jan 2022 · Robin Weaver
The Kenevo SL might be very, very expensive, but it manages to bridge the gap between regular bike and full-blown e-MTB brilliantly. Seatpost insertion depth is an issue, but otherwise, this could well be the bike we’ve all been waiting for
Superb handling – more regular bike than e-MTB
Motor is smooth and Mission Control app adds adjustability
Great, adjustable geometry
Balanced, very capable suspension
The cost is seriously prohibitive (even the cheapest Comp model is £7k)
Not enough seatpost insertion depth and can’t get post low enough in the frame
Dec 2021 · Peter Walker
Unfair advantage? Yes and no! Needless to say, both the electric motor and increased weight have both their pros and cons. But how does the Specialized S-Works Kenevo SL stack up against the analogue test field in our “Best enduro bike of 2022” group test? To find out, we pitted Specialized's Light eMTB against ten of the most exciting analogue enduro bikes of 2022. Hit the link in our bio to find out who came out on top.
Intuitive handling
Motor support without major drawbacks downhil
Long seat tube and short insertion depth limit freedom of movement
Flimsy tire casing combined with carbon rims
Shock bottoms out too easily
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.
| 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: Gloss Dark Moss Green / Oak Green; Satin Harvest Gold / Obsidian |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Rhythm, Grip damper, 180mm travel, 37mm rake Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX DHX Performance Series coil. Springs: S2: 450lb, S3: 500lbs, S4: 550lbs, S5: 600lbs Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 780mm width |
| Saddle | Bridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 155/143mm |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SRL LE lever, 34.9mm, S: 125mm, M/L: 150mm, XL: 170mm Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT LINKGLIDE, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis Forged Alloy, 160mm, 32t Praxis, steel |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano LINKGLIDE, 11-speed, 11-50t |
| Chain | Shimano LINKGLIDE, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano SLX M7120, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm rotor, Rear: Shimano SLX M7120, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm rotor Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval 27.5" Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, 32h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Shimano MT400-B, Centerlock, 15x110mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Shimano MT400-B, Centerlock, 12x148 Boost, 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 2.2 Custom Rx Trail Tuned Motor |
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| Battery | Specialized M2-500, integrated battery w/rock guard, 500Wh Recycling Program: ♻️ Call2Recycle |
| Charger | Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V |
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