Specialized Enduro Review | Still the best for 2023?

2023 Specialized Enduro custom build for racing DH. Put this bike up against any other Enduro, there's a reason this bike has been so successful! #iamspecialized #specializedenduro

[@GhostFishSlayer]

I still love my Enduro; it may be the best downhill oriented trail/enduro bike. The rear suspension doesn't hang up like my Santa Cruz suspension does on square hits; it really rolls and wants to ride fast.

[@ShaneScrimager]

100% i had to remember to put a pedal in here and there to compensate for chain suck on my former bike. the Enduro just maintains and keeps its flow!!!

[@lukestevenson7927]

It’s so true I’ve had mine nearly five years now, I was gonna get another bike but I’m just gonna upgrade it because it’ll still be better than what I could realistically get anyway lol

[@justing6614]

Love my 2020 enduro Full send through anything

[@ShaneScrimager]

unbelievable, i’ve sh*t pant my way through some race lines.

[@neilmouneimne5451]

Just got back from Mammoth, super tacky conditions despite all the snow damage and closures. I found even with the 29” wheels and long travel, it’ll pump for extra speed no problem. Works great everywhere I used to take my Wreckoning, just more attack-focused and less playful. I’d love to go coil but between the leverage ratio and my kitted up weight at ~240 lbs it seems like there aren’t many springs up to the task.

[@ShaneScrimager]

Rock Shox or Fox rear coil? we could find a coil, would just take some digging.

[@gttommason7912]

I had 3 seasons on the enduro with onlins suspension - it was awesome. Owned the new mega tower, new nomad and norco range since then. Miss the enduro although the sizing wasn’t ideal for me and found myself needing something between a S3 and S4 at 6”2 height. The new mega tower is very similar to the enduro - I think Santa Cruz learnt a few lessons from Specialized on the development journey. The Norco range is definitely a faster more capable bike downhill but climbs like a slug with poor agility - its a boat. The nomad is a good compromise between all of them. One thing is for sure - I’m getting the new enduro when it finally lands, hopefully later this year. As for tires - the specialized Cannibals are a world class tyre for DH. Else its Magic Mary’s all the way…..

[@SidiNic]

I am really curious how it climbs. I use it as enduro so climbing around 1000 metres every time. O

[@ShaneScrimager]

that's an A list of bikes!!! i ran the Magic Mary's front and rear for a couple years, agree - great tires. i have a 2023 Enduro Expert coming in today! i hear you on the sizing, i'm 5'10" and S4 is perfect.

[@AndrewLakey]

I concur with the new Specialized tires...they got it right.

[@ShaneScrimager]

i'm blown away. i've been a 2.5 front and 2.4 rear on Maxxis for years. riding 2.3 front and back on Specialized. 👏👏👏

[@Thisisasmokescreen]

I just took deliver of my ‘23 Comp. The spec compared to the original comp is night & day. I’ve got full GX, Zeb & coil. But the best bit. I paid £2200!!

[@ShaneScrimager]

BOOM!!! happy new bike day. i'm looking at the 2024 now. i did get a 2023 Expert build last year. review soon

[@Thisisasmokescreen]

@@ShaneScrimager that wasn't really a decision for me, at this price it was an opportunity. No way I'd stretch to £5-6k and not massively fussed about UHD. This thing is so perfect for me, ok I have to put a few cranks in when riding with mates on trail bikes, but Im always waiting at the bottom for them.

[@flexmtb]

Nice video man! Have always wanted to try the Enduro. Would love to test one out in Downieville sometime.

[@ShaneScrimager]

thank's Flex! we'll have the Kenevo's at Dirt Daze May 7th at the Wheelhouse! e-bike i know, but i rode a Kenevo a couple weeks ago. has the Enduro feel for sure.

[@flexmtb]

@@ShaneScrimager Sweet! I'll see if I can make it up to Dirt Daze.

[@geoffreypease3585]

Hi Shane I was at Northstar in July for 5 days. Two runs down live wire on a friends Enduro and I was sold. My Enduro expert arrives this week. I must say the chop before some of the live wire jumps was next level. My bike comes with the Float X2, but I am thinking about getting the DHX2 coil. Is your coil shock custom tuned, or just off the shelf? Could you share your rebound and compression settings? One last question could you also share the rebound and compression settings on the fork ? Thanks for all the info in your video !

[@ShaneScrimager]

hey Geoffrey, that's a loaded question!!! you'll notice the small bump goodness of the coil. off the shelf, it's that good. i have variable settings for Northstar, 38 with 75 lbs pressure and take a warm up lap in LSR 6 from fast / HSR 4 from fast / HSC 3 from slow / LSC 7 from slow. then either slow the rebound for Livewire or leave or slow the rebound for super chunky runs. every now and then i'll slow the compression if needed. on the DHX2 w/ 475# spring, it's the same - start from mid setting and 2 clicks faster rebound and 2 clicks slower compression. ride and feel

[@geoffreypease3585]

Thanks for the info, much appreciated !

[@julioorozco801]

Nice work and great setup. I just bought the same enduro (color) and had it built up to a pro model. Most likely I will eventually change the shock.

[@ShaneScrimager]

i kept the X2, maaaaaaybe will try it out.

[@fishingoccasions1034]

Now, thats a beast!

[@ShaneScrimager]

a step over best, the beast! 🤣

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

I wasn’t impressed with the specialized tires. I bought a pair of eliminators with downhill casings for my e-bike, and after only about 5 rides the sidewall blew out on me! I’ll stick to Maxxis from now on. Also I just bought a new specialized stumpy alloy, loving it so far( it has dual Asagai right away!)

[@ShaneScrimager]

i can't aruge, i put in a solid 10 years on a handfull of Maxxis tires for a reason. i love my Stumpy alloy!!! cheers 🎉 new bike day.

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

@@ShaneScrimager I saw your review and it tipped me towards that bike, good price. I pretty much upgraded everything right away with parts I already had. So far it rips.

[@ShaneScrimager]

@@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5 sweeeeeeet!!!

[@miguelnavarro2571]

I've got a Kenevo SL which is basically the same frame. The rear end feels very dead to me, are you experiencing that? The KSL came with the X2 shock and I've got no spacers in it currently. Never have bottomed out so don't want to go higher in pressure, but would like to make it poppier. Any suggestions? Great review and couldn't agree more on the tires. Try the new Cannibals!!! Amazing

[@ShaneScrimager]

what’s up Miguel! you’re shock isn’t performing. mine came with the X2, it was great but nothing compared to a coil. you at 30% sag? it almost sounds like you need a couple click compression. high speed, that’s where you’ll feel it. what are your settings? you have an amazing shock, i think it’s not set right.

[@ShaneScrimager]

not at all, i can pop - change lanes - manual when needed.

[@ShaneScrimager]

i can set you up with the Specialized e-bike demo manager, we can fit this perfectly. email me [e-mail]

[@miguelnavarro2571]

I'm currently running 275 psi (220lbs) which is bang on according to the specialized suspension calculator for 30% sag. The HSR is 4 clicks in from fast, LSR 6 from fast and no compression on either LSC/HSC. Bike doesn't bottom out or necessarily feels plush, does plow, but maybe that's by design and made to feel like a race bike, IDK You definitely need to try the Cannibal tires from Specialized. Designed in collaboration with Bruni, they absolutely smash. Only available in the Grid Gravity so not sure if too heavy for you (1,330g ea approx.) Don't believe you mentioned it in the video, but have you played around with and settled on a particular headset and chainstay setting? I just swapped the chip on the chainstay to the high and do feel like the rear end got more nimble. Currently riding in the neutral setting on the headset. Great video and look forward to more content!

[@notsoenduro]

Spec online suspension calculator does not list the float X2 … and being RX tune, you need their input to get a proper starting guide. if you have the performance model you miss out on the high speed settings.

[@BowenSpace]

nice review

[@katiesandnaomischoolvideos841]

Probably over a year on this thread but wanted to ask if an enduro would be good for overall trail riding, live in Michigan and there’s some enduro trails but not too close to the Detroit area. With the prices right now I was considering the enduro which probably is going to be updated soon but if I can ride it on regular trails I would definitely be interested.

[@ShaneScrimager]

hello! if i had to choose between my Stumpjumper and Enduro, i'd choose the Enduro. but... that is type of riding i do, fast / big hits / reeeeeeally pushing myself on the bike. the Stumpy has it's limits but really can handle so much. i don't ride certain trails on the Enduro, just feels slow. but i have mine set up for downhill. if you were to buy an Enduro for your trails, i'd say get the Super Deluxe in the rear and not coil. it'll make the bike a bit more lively on the trails but still be able to press in to some chunkier / faster riding.

[@paulgabel6601]

Thanks for the great video, curios if you're using 2.6 or 2.3 butchers up front

[@ShaneScrimager]

what’s up Paul. 2.3 front and back. feels like a 2.4 / 2.5. no need for a 2.6. i’ve got two days on a new 2023 Enduro Expert running 2.3 T9 Butchers front and back. review soon, still need some more footage.

[@paulgabel6601]

@@ShaneScrimager thanks. Just got an Enduro comp on sale, tremendous value for a great bike. Really impressed with 2.3 butchers so far.

[@ShaneScrimager]

@@paulgabel6601 i put the Tannus Armor front and back. testing next weekend.

[@THEAMATEURS712]

having a hard time choosing between the stunt jumper evo and the enduro. I want a bike that can do it all bike parks ect so I will be defending more then going up the mountain but I want a bike that climbs well and I want to go either specialised stunt jumper evo or enduro any ideas or tips to choose?

[@ShaneScrimager]

i’d choose the Enduro but that because i ride downhill courses and super chunk. the EVO could handle it but not as fast as the Enduro. your decision should be how gnarly terrain will you ride and how fast do you think you’ll want to ride it. both pedal well enough. the Enduro with a coil is heavy, air a bit lighter. i don’t see EVO’s on the runs we ride, only enduros of all sorts. an occasional EVO here and there.

[@alexkeyes1706]

What sag are you running on yours? Im 165 lbs and had to go up from a 500lb to 525 lb rate, im at about 28%.

[@ShaneScrimager]

holy whoa! really. i was at 30% last time i checked. i’ll check again when i’m back in town.

[@paulwintermute1495]

Still one of the best long travel bikes on the market if you got the trails that demand it! Where were you riding at the end of the video? That's not northstar! 😅

[@ShaneScrimager]

what’s up Paul! TDS, my favorite spot. agree, that’s why i grabbed a 2023 Expert RockShox build. arriving 1st week of July! 🎉

[@nick_john]

So you’re 5’10” and you ride an S4. I’m 5’6” and I have S2. Sometimes I feel like I should have gotten an S3 because I’d like a longer reach but I only occasionally ride park here in western PA.

[@ShaneScrimager]

hey Nick! you know, i’d try wider bars. may give that longer reach feel. i rode an S3 for a big ride couple weeks ago. i had to raise the seat up a couple inches and wished it had wider bars. but, i forgot about it 1/2 the time. i ride 820mm bars, maybe try 800’s with 10mm more rise? a friend asked me why i run truck driver bars 🤣 but, your hands aren’t on the ends they’re about 20mm in. so really my grip is about 800. you can always cut them down in increments. let me know if you try it 🤙🏻

[@frienduro24]

Never had coil. Might switch. What Fox spring would you recommend for a less downhill setup? 190lb rider on S4. Thx man.

[@ShaneScrimager]

morning Jason! can’t beat the small bump compliance and braking feel of a coil!! Fox recommended a #400lb spring but the SLS run about 50lbs less. so a #400 regular spring is a #450lb SLS spring. i turn up the compression and rebound for flow trails, i think you’d love the #475. gives the bike a little more pop. i bet #450 would be right there. here’s the link to Fox’s spring calculator, let me know what you end up with. www.ridefox.com/fox_tech_center/owners_manuals/08/WCeng/Content/mtbspringratecalculator.html

[@frienduro24]

Yep. Fox said around 475. What frame protector you running? Thx so much.

[@ShaneScrimager]

@@frienduro24 i grabbed the Lizard Skin frame protector in large. i have a tailgate pad, got it for the rub but turns out it was a good idea to run the whole thing. had a few rocks bounce of already.

[@frienduro24]

@@ShaneScrimager thx man 👍

[@marloncordova9006]

Sorry to bother you I have the onyx blue and I wanted to ride wrap but I need to know the model which model is this is an expert?

[@ShaneScrimager]

ah, Expert are the components. you need to know what size - S3, S4, S5 etc

[@Stylelss]

Did they fix the cracking issue with the frame.?

[@ShaneScrimager]

years ago!

[@kellygregg3688]

Aloha, how does it compare to yt capra?🤙

[@ShaneScrimager]

i'll have to ask a friend who has one! mahalo!!!

[@-JMF916-]

Is there a way to get hands on MTB NorCal stickers or jerseys anymore?

[@ShaneScrimager]

hey @f24nco40! missed this round of jerseys, we'll post the next round when available. i have stickers on me if you see me!

[@-JMF916-]

@@ShaneScrimager I’ll be on the lookout 👍🏼

[@TheJedBarker]

Is the 2022 Enduro frame the same as the 2023 enduro frame?

[@TheJedBarker]

I ask because I'm wondering if the Rockshox Flightattendant upgrade kit will fit a 2023 Enduro. The flight attendant info says it's only for a 2020-2022 Enduro, but if the frame hasn't changed, I don't see why it won't fit.

[@ShaneScrimager]

i do think they update the rear triangle. they went from a 44 offset fork to 41? for 2023. you can look up past bikes on the specialized website

[@janeblogs324]

How many EWS rounds have been won on the specialized?

[@ShaneScrimager]

i’m excited for the 2023 Enduro team 🎉

[@DavidFoundCo]

Not many. Yeti and Canyon are better race bikes

[@marklouieadame]

What is the difference in 2022 to 2023? Geometry angle?

[@GhostFishSlayer]

It hasn't changed.

[@ShaneScrimager]

no update to geometry for 2023, components have seen a refresher. both the Elite and Comp now sport a Zeb and Super Deluxe coil. i think 2021 and 2022 the Stumpy got the update on alloy vs carbon offerings and the 2021 Stumpy took a huge geo update. Stumpy EVO's in more offerings and don't forget the Status rolled out. i'm feeling 2024 will see an updated Enduro. a solid 3 year run sounds about right.

[@marklouieadame]

@@ShaneScrimager ah seems like specialized doing good on flexible geometry and refreshing the shox. For this year i wanna see XC geo then flip it to trail geo like 120rear then increase BB then flip to 140mm lower BB with the same 150mm front shocks. We have fun XC and Trail on the same bike

[@ShaneScrimager]

@@marklouieadame a buddy joked a while back that 100mm will soon be the trail bike. thinking about it, and your right, with adjustable geometry - slacker angles - longer reach and wheelbase, bikes are getting more and more capable!

[@marklouieadame]

@@ShaneScrimager i still have my old XC bike i upgraded it from 3x7 now to 1x12 little tweak on headtube from 70 to 67. Upgraded the headset with -1deg from 100m fork to 140mm for additional 2deg. For quick twist and turns and efficient climbing short travel and short chainstay made my old bike a hybrid of old and modern tech lol... if i go mullet i have another 1-2 deg slacking my bike to 66-66.5 headtube with 100mm rear travel . Thats why i keep it in good condition even if i have the new one. I can't go 63-64 i may strain the frame and rear shocks already and awkward looking. In addition people are so obsessed with chunky nobby tires when in fact mostly on the trail they go thru only need XC tires or just to be safe get a Semi-Slick they dont get this kind of tires it is so underrated

[@victorcunanan6404]

KHS enduro!

[@ShaneScrimager]

the secret weapon! maybe it’s because we don’t have a local KHS rep around here, but i haven’t seen a KHS in the area for 10 years. southern california, all the time. great bikes.

[@joseulloa8769]

Nukeproof giga enters the chat

[@ShaneScrimager]

going to contact the rep, is that the high pivot?

[@joseulloa8769]

@@ShaneScrimager not a high pívot no but it’s a great bike. You should definitely look into one if you get the chance

[@sr5toyo]

i wanna try coil on my Enduro

[@ShaneScrimager]

you’ll love it. can ramp up the compression for lighter duty trails and is flat amazing through small bumps and big hits.

[@trailblazeratv6306]

Those are RAD

[@ShaneScrimager]

yes’r 🙌🏻💥🤙🏻

[@danytheunicorn95]

too much bike for you, thats ok, emjoy it :)

[@ShaneScrimager]

🤣🎉