23 Levo Sl, about 1k miles so far.. absolutely greatest bike I've ever been on.. And i say bike, not an ebike, cuz it feels so close to my acoustic bike...it's damn near perfect.
@vashon1004 ай бұрын
You have a noisy bike (acoustic)? LOL
@PabloOlea5910 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for having us Sam!!! It's been so fun and a pretty interesting experience. A hell of a month 😍
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks Pablo it was a great month!
@PaulMoody10 ай бұрын
3 seasons in on my 2021 Turbo Levo (6k miles) and not one second of disappointment or regret. The Gen 2 SL is looking/sounding better with recent upgrades but the Turbo’s 90nm full power makes climbing in Vermont mountains a thrill 💪 dialing back the power let’s you ride the bike the way you want
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Hey Paul stocked your happy with your Levo! Yes the Levo SL is very cool But it doesn’t replace the Levo
@johns997410 ай бұрын
Great review Sam, I have done 2,000km on my Gen 3 Levo in a year, not a single issue, it is superb.
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks John, I remember talking about you getting it! So happy your happy with it!
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Riders.... this was a super interesting month with Pablo and Martin I hope you like it riders.
@beatrizgasco477610 ай бұрын
Yes, it has been great to work with you three! Great riders and great people!!!
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Totally thanks Bea
@PabloOlea5910 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot Bea! Same here, a pleasure 😊
@tylerbyrnes725710 ай бұрын
I am really hoping that Specialized releases a new Kenevo SL with the 1.2 motor. That sounds like it could be the best of both worlds...
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Yes mate I agree let’s see!
@PHOnics410 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikesGreat video! And also the 2024 Kenevo SL will feature the new 1.2 motor. This was taken from the Specialized support page, “For Model Year 2024, Kenevo SL is updated with the Specialized SL 1.2 motor. The rock guard/motor cover are updated to fit the 1.2 motor. The cranks, spider, and chainring are also different than earlier versions.”
@lukatsch44369 ай бұрын
Well they did now 🙂
@tylerbyrnes72579 ай бұрын
I saw that. Can't wait to throw a leg over one! @@lukatsch4436
@lozetchells916410 ай бұрын
Brilliant video Sam, totally enjoyed that, and very interesting. I've got a Levo comp carbon 2022 and absolutely adore it. I'm tempted by the new SL but the big thing for me is the range. I'm into all day treks and even with the range extender I'd struggle. Range anxiety just doesn't exist with the full fat Levo.
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks Rider I appreciate the kind words!
@Lardog200210 ай бұрын
I have the same bike with a full upgrade. Totally agree with you.
@garethrobinson22756 ай бұрын
You could put a second range extender in your pack, but I would probably go full power in your position.
@p3tr3133 ай бұрын
Im running 50+ km rides in the mountains with 2k climbed meters with my Levo SL and still getting back home with 20% battery left. frankly, Im still yet to use the range extender :D. I have 90kg and relatively fit, so I use the Turbo mode only for really steep climbs or when tried as hell. less powerful motor works perfectly with smaller battery and the bike itself is much lighter
@Boodoo4You10 ай бұрын
Another great video Sam. I definitely agree that it doesn’t harm your fitness. In my experience, I tend to just do more laps on my eMTB, so it equals out. Thanks to the lads for helping out too. Appreciate ya mate! 🇦🇺
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Thanks champ I really appreciate your comment! I’m not sure I’m fitter but I’m definitely riding more
@milesholland682610 ай бұрын
Super comprehensive comparison. Helps a lot thanks!
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks 🙏 rider I really appreciate the feedback
@MitchMcKay-bw9ve10 ай бұрын
Gen 3 Levo ❤ Scooped up a spear 700watt battery, so I'm rolling 1400watts on my levo, can smash through some epic back country trails without ever using eco........ I didn't buy a full power E BIKE to ride eco, but hats of to riders out there doing 50+KS in eco, fit buggers.
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Hahaha 😝 yep I’m a Turbo rider
@mh-dt4hm10 ай бұрын
Holy...looks like a Victoria Secret Show. Only top models on the run. S-Works shop is now empty. Good test and review. All that kashima coating makes me blind. I think I go on a cheap ride and take my giant reign e+.
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Hahaahahahaha yep 👍 the Reign is amazing value
@samdiaz616210 ай бұрын
Sam , you need to install the long shock kit on the Gen 3 from castcade components. I would love to see how the bike would handle with more travel.
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Dude not a bad idea!
@tank710110 ай бұрын
The Kenevo SL is superb.
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
It really is a beast
@EvanShowsMTB3 ай бұрын
Finally an e-bike tester who can ACTUALLY ride the bikes 🙌 cheers
@user-xg2hy7us9p10 ай бұрын
Another great vid thank you , dam I love the bikes and for newbie’s a great thing to understand what you want in a bike at the moment I’m Levo sl young enough to push through but Levo is where I’ll probably end up in a few years lol 😅
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words mate! Yes I think I’m pretty happy with my Levo but the Levo SL is a lot of fun!
@iWillProbablyDieOnTwoWheels9 ай бұрын
i love having a question like, "I wonder if I should upgrade from a Levo to a Levo SL" And then after watching the video, I have the same question...
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Then maybe you should rent one! It doesn’t get much better than this review for different styles of riders
@MrM17295 ай бұрын
I resolved the question by keeping my gen 1 Levo comp and buying a creo 2. For context, I ride my acoustic road bike the most (group). Honestly m, I think the Levo SL would be under powered.
@user-up4bm6jo7v10 ай бұрын
Great video! love the comparison 😊
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks mate !
@EMTBPodcast10 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Great to hear a range of opinions. Good work 👍
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks Ben I hope all is well! When you come to Spain for some riding ?
@EMTBPodcast10 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikes all is well thanks. How about January?
@galaxynote515810 ай бұрын
17:00 - for all analog bikers who refuse to hear/understand the truth about emtb and fitness. Since I moved to emtb Giant Reign e+0 I feel the same as Pablo. I got even better on analog bike now. Giant Reign e+0 is a BOMB!
@PabloOlea5910 ай бұрын
Sure! After a month of eMtb, now I feel I can move way better my analog bike. I feel stronger goin down, but don’t feel any loss of power uphill. In a couple rides with the e-bikes I finished even cramped hahaha
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Hahaha crazy the mountain goat 🐐 got cramped on a ebike wow
@AdventureSquadOverland10 ай бұрын
But the specialized motor…. 2 year needing replacement 3 times, 2 while out of warranty? Throw a Bosch or Yama on there maybe. Love specialized brand just not the motor.
@peterk55786 ай бұрын
Great video Sam! Levo SL: Can you remove the battery in winter? That’s a important criteria..Thank you!
@SamsBikes6 ай бұрын
Yes, absolutely you can it take about 20 minutes to drop the motor but totally doable
@peterk55786 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikes Great thank you!
@glennbroad254310 ай бұрын
Full power seems to be the way to go What would you pick levo turbo or Orbea wild? For a mix of everything inc dirt jumps?
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Yes 🙌 for me it s full power for where I ride! The Orbea is a few fast bike and very stable and the Levo is more playful 😈
@jordanmackay356810 ай бұрын
Seen a few people fitting a different sized shock to the the new levo to give 170 mm at the rear and paired with a 170 fork. Could be a very good bike until they release a new kenevo sl
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Yep I’ve seen that but if I’m honest Levo SL doesn’t need more suspension it’s amazing as is!
@TJ-po9ol6 ай бұрын
They have a normal kenevo that is 180-180
@davidkirkup297110 ай бұрын
Sam, what would you think of the Kenevo SL with a Gen 2 1.2 motor?
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Yep 👍 I think we should see it at some point. The Kenevo SL is already a beast but will be better with the 1.2 motor
@cbenson51310 ай бұрын
More great content! I've got a levo gen 2 with an upgraded Fox38 160 fork, Ohlins rear coil, MT7s, and Zipp 3zero wheels. With these upgrades, I continue to love it, but would like to run 27.5 rear. Is it possible on the gen2 levo? Would it just slack up my angles a bit and lower the bb, but otherwise work?
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
Thanks Chris and sounds like a sweet rig! Yes you can go a a 27,5 on the rear also you can get a headset Angle kit for sure! Let me know how you get on!
@cbenson51310 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikes Appreciate the reply! I'll def look into this change then. Love the content!
@lozetchells916410 ай бұрын
I was tempted to change my Levo to mt7s because I've got Maguras on my other ebike and they're sharper, more bitey than the Levo's stock SRAM ones. That said, better pads and the thicker HS2 disc has made a big difference on mine
@cbenson51310 ай бұрын
@@lozetchells9164 I've been super happy with my mt7's.. They require a bit more maintenance imo, but once you have it down it's not a big deal. I run 220 front 203 rear discs and Trickstuff bb 170 pads fwiw.
@chassdesk10 ай бұрын
Heckler SL is the one! Why it’s pure stealthy.
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
I would love to test the Hecklet
@lozetchells916410 ай бұрын
Just been to a Santa Cruz event in Scotland and the new SL was there, beautiful bike, very stealthy.
@porroco10 ай бұрын
Which tire is the best for ebike to climb in 2023
@PabloOlea599 ай бұрын
As we said in the video, I like a lot climbing :) I’m really impressed with these new Tacky Chans Sam is using in his bikes, even in the soft compound (there’s a supersoft) rolls so good, but still have a lot of traction and great breaking. If you ride in pretty loose terrain maybe a Magic Mary could be a better option.
@steves36510 ай бұрын
Depends on the budget...
@SamsBikes10 ай бұрын
That’s true
@kevinmanzo8623 ай бұрын
I have the new Levo sl comp carbon how is really different from the kenevo sl other than placement of rear shock? Thx! Ps I love to go fast is the kenevo so faster? Thx!
@SamsBikes3 ай бұрын
Hey rider I’ll be doing a deep dive into this next month! The Levo is a super capable ebike and made for fun 🤩 not speed I feel where the Kenevo SL is a speed monster more confident on the harder trails and the suspension is pretty different we are have a 4 bar on the Levo and 6 bar on Kenevo SL similar to Specialized DH bike
@kevinmanzo8623 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikes oh Man U gonna cost me 14K haha
@tazzat69448 ай бұрын
Ad someonr still learning to jump the weight of a full ebike is a little scary.
@perspectivedetective270310 ай бұрын
Hi. what make are the crank arms on the KSL? Are they aftermarket? What length are they? Thanks.
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Hey mate they are Forx Cranks from New Zealand 🇳🇿 in 160! They rock for the Kenevo SL
@perspectivedetective27039 ай бұрын
@@SamsBikes Thanks!!!
@MO-iu6rc9 ай бұрын
SL with 500wh battery would be a wrap.
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Haha so the Levo SL with the range extender? 480wh
@senlimotor10 ай бұрын
nice
@SamsBikes9 ай бұрын
Thanks
@MrHarry12202 ай бұрын
Nice film
@eibach10009 ай бұрын
but the Levo's big motor is so ugly. looks like a big square rock in the center of it. just can't ride that
@kevingaskin50847 ай бұрын
All s works lots of people can’t afford these bikes so why don’t you start at the entry level
@ronlind175710 ай бұрын
Specialized.. too many belt motor probs. Warranty is a wait time.. nope.
@VovanCBR10 ай бұрын
definitely not Specialized - wtf they using belt on 90Nm motor?
@douglasalexander434810 ай бұрын
The Whyte e160…
@tazzat69448 ай бұрын
That thing is a tank.
@douglasalexander43488 ай бұрын
@@tazzat6944 Yup, 85nm of torque and 750w let’s me ride all afternoon up and down the steepest hills. I’ve got a trek x8 that makes any e bike look heavy. I don’t like compromises which a lot of new light e bikes seem to be.