Specialized Levo SL 2021 - Long Term Review

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3 жыл бұрын

Specialized Levo SL 2021 - 1466km Long Term Review
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@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Riders I hope you like the Long Term Review of the SL if you have any questions please just ask!
@billderas3420
@billderas3420 3 жыл бұрын
Dead on review. My SL is 10-1/2 months old and just surpassed 2,000 miles of trails in the Sierra Nevada Mountains...Love it. Has helped my 73 year old body reach new heights and distances.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bill it’s great to hear your loving it! These are not cheap bikes to i really try and get as much information in these reviews to help the riders make the right call!
@jimbo4203
@jimbo4203 3 жыл бұрын
Right on, im 59 and have afib. Have a little over 1000 mi on mine , it has let me ride more for sure
@danmitchell1143
@danmitchell1143 3 жыл бұрын
Purchased the Levo SL Comp about two months ago. Have logged approximately 750 miles in the foothills of Colorado outside of Denver. At 69 years young having a bit of "assistance" on those climbs is a great feature. I even passed my two 35+ year old sons on our last visit to Lake Pueblo State Park on a climb using eco mode. Great video and agree with your assessment.
@ericprouty7436
@ericprouty7436 3 жыл бұрын
accurate info from my experience on my SL and couldn't be happier with mine. thanks Sam! this is the video i'll share with my biking friends who want to consider an ebike!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric I'm so glad your happy. These bikes are not cheap so I really try and get all the information right so you can make the right decision!
@jdazmtnbkr9571
@jdazmtnbkr9571 3 жыл бұрын
Had mine for 6 months now. Absolutely love it. AMAZING Bike!! Great videos Sam!! Keep it up.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate for the kind words! Yep the SL is one special bike for people that understand it.
@davidginn1600
@davidginn1600 3 жыл бұрын
Arrived late to the party on this SL Review - Sam great video! I could not agree more with your assessment on the SL. It's a fantastic bike! I was able to procure just before the pandemic madness started last April. The bike has held up great and is awesome on my local trails in MD. Admittingly, I really purchased the bike for my trips to the mountains in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. The assistance for riding up provides exactly what I require to keep up with my faster friends on full power (4x) bikes. While they may have the advantage on the uphill, I get the workout I'm looking for and blow them away on the downhills due to the SL geometry. The only upgrade so far is the rear shock going from the Fox DPS to the Fox DPX2. Tires and brakes are next when I can find them in stock!
@bucky6391
@bucky6391 2 жыл бұрын
I have an S-WORKS SL on order and every review I see confirms I made the right choice. Loved the video.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 2 жыл бұрын
Zee your going to love it
@stueym199
@stueym199 3 жыл бұрын
Done well Sam that's a good wrap for the sl. Can't wait for your review on the kenevo sl 2022 . Think it will be my next bike.
@noelquiambao1447
@noelquiambao1447 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review Sam, love my SL and it’s a beast of a bike for me. Had to go bigger on my suspension with DVO onyx n coil jade in the back. Breaks would be next.
@declanbrady1383
@declanbrady1383 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review again Sam! I love this bike too! Myself and Cat had it on demo a while back and I think we preferred this on the downs over the Rise even. I wasn’t really able to put my finger on what about made this bike so special but I think you’ve nailed it in the suspension! Love your channel and keep up the great content!!!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate it took me awhile to really understand why it was so rad... thanks for the kind words... ill keep making the content for sure...
@andrewryan1287
@andrewryan1287 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam great review and I agree with everything you said, I’ve had mine for almost a year and the first thing I did was change the tyres. Keep the videos coming
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that mate! It’s a fantastic bike glad your happy.
@turbocarr
@turbocarr Жыл бұрын
Great review! I've had the SL Expert for 6 months now. Came off a 2012 SW Epic. Compared to the Epic, this is a big boys bike. In my late 60's, X-Racer, fit rider, mostly road. I was considering the Stumpy when the LBS recommended the Levo SL instead. No regrets! Love this bike. You're spot on the rider type for Levo and SL. Recently road a Levo Demo for a couple of days. Rode with my 30 yr old Son one day and solo with fit buddies on another. I kept the Levo on Eco mode on both rides. Day one, my Son had my SL in Sport mode and struggled, so you were right. Although he's young and fit, he doesn't have the leg fitness for biking at this time. We switched and he love the Levo. Day two with buddies on the Levo on Eco mode the whole time, with an occasion Trail mode here and there. Although the Levo was a blast to ride, I felt like I didn't get much of a workout afterwards. I was happy to get back on the SL. I bought the Levo for my Son with the understanding that's I may be borrowing it occasionally when riding with Levo buddies. Best of both worlds!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Hey mate thanks for the comment and I’m so glad to hear your happy with the SL for the right type of rider you can beat the SL.
@barossasteve
@barossasteve 3 жыл бұрын
I got the left hand water bottle holder on my new Levo from Specialized. That’s handy to know about the chain beaker on the swat tool. Thank you, great video.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Good to know Steve I thought they might but I kinda meant they are not cheap bike so it would be good to get a lefty one as well or atleasted be asked! Totally good to know about rue chain breaker.
@johnalden3259
@johnalden3259 3 жыл бұрын
Also, I'd rather grab the rear brake while riding one handed and messing with a bottle.
@richardseller3733
@richardseller3733 3 жыл бұрын
Specialized makes that water bottle holder on left handed model, reach out and I'm sure they'll hook you up. Great review and content. Always great to get the notification you posted new video.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Good to know, I thought they might but it would be good to be asked or just given a left hand one as well in the purchase. Thanks for the kind words
@nardusjansevanvuuren4476
@nardusjansevanvuuren4476 11 ай бұрын
Awesome review. Just got my bike, loving it.
@benperd
@benperd 3 жыл бұрын
Loving mine! Mullet plus a 170mm fork and cascade link makes it even more capable.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, I’m trying the mullet next
@richard7059
@richard7059 2 жыл бұрын
I loved your review so much I went and bought one after this video Thanks Sam Excited to get out there cheers Richard
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 2 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks Richard I hope you love it! Send me a photo of you out on the trails!
@Eurreco
@Eurreco 3 жыл бұрын
You are looking more and more professional every month Sam 😉👍🏼 15.000 subscribers already passed I see 💪🏼
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate sleeping less haha 😆
@Eurreco
@Eurreco 3 жыл бұрын
@@SamsBikes when would you be able to live comfortably from your channel (how many subscribers)? Taking sponsors into account ...
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Not really sure maybe 30-40,000 but it’s a for every changing environment. I love what I do so the money will come!
@Eurreco
@Eurreco 3 жыл бұрын
@@SamsBikes I’m sure you’ll get there soon buddy!
@hangemhighholidaylighting6902
@hangemhighholidaylighting6902 3 жыл бұрын
Dude.. bought this bike a week ago-- after 2 years of gettinging influenced! Best decision ever!!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha 😝 sorry mate but I’m glad your loving it fantastic bike!
@Only-one-life-68
@Only-one-life-68 3 жыл бұрын
It’s gonna be a great bike the SL is ultra cool 😎
@dwlee67
@dwlee67 3 жыл бұрын
" I never read instructions" haha. Must be an Aussie thing because i never do either. Great review by the way. Made a lot of sense.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
hahahaha if I can't get it to work without reading the instructions clearly its crap hahaah
@henrybaker7594
@henrybaker7594 3 жыл бұрын
Great well balanced review!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@michaeldavidson4070
@michaeldavidson4070 3 жыл бұрын
Sam .As always well spoken informative review .Your appear to ride the bike Bob on👍 Hope specialized Give your the credit too..Keep up the good work
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again champ this one took a long time to get everything I wanted to say these bikes are not cheap so I want to get all the information right.
@zorqis
@zorqis 3 жыл бұрын
I like this new ebike category and it is getting populated now (Orbea Rise, Forestal Siryon, etc - similar price and spec, more power). Hopefully will scale out and become more affordable.
@rickbault1221
@rickbault1221 3 жыл бұрын
Those I9 wheels look so good!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Totally Rick I love mine!
@chickenclips
@chickenclips 3 жыл бұрын
Good man, Sam! Keep it up mate
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton!
@billderas3420
@billderas3420 3 жыл бұрын
UPDATE: Excellent review that I have now watched multiple times. The SWAT on my 2020 Levo SL Comp only has the multi-tool in the top. Does not have the chainbreaker or link included below. Yours must be a higher end SWAT. Have done 2200 miles on it in my first 12 months. Upgraded to GX drivetrain and Fox 36 Factory fork. Have done lots of testing and tuning front and rear for a 6'-1" and 210 pound rider.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bill thanks for the kind words and congrats on 2200 miles that’s impressive! I think specialized should make it stock on swat with a quick link and chain breaker it’s confusing and really important to to get stuck.
@markwatson193
@markwatson193 3 жыл бұрын
What size frame you on bill?
@Luison268
@Luison268 Жыл бұрын
Hi Sam. I decided to buy an SL after watching this video and I can not be more happy. I went to El Escorial and went down Los Vascos and El despegue in 2:30 hours and a total of 900 metres ascent. I weight 93 kg and I consumed 99% of the battery using a mix of mid and full assistance. So basically I got same results than you. Also I do agree that the motor is more noisy than others. Thanks a lot for you review.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Hey Luis thanks for the kind words and I’m super happy your loving the Levo SL it’s a perfect trail superlight ebike I loved my time on it!
@deanfenner1
@deanfenner1 3 жыл бұрын
Looking good Sam , looking lighter, training must be going well
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah thanks 35 days off beer will do that.
@TheBarnylondon
@TheBarnylondon 3 жыл бұрын
Cracking review and agree on most points...... I cant wait for you to have a go on the rise ...... i know you will flip out ,,,,, its a corker and for me beats the sl on many points ... Keeps up the cracking work brother .
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed lets see what happens!
@fivestarsupplies
@fivestarsupplies 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that one.Got my delivery coming next week SL expert
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy Paul
@rstrakovsky
@rstrakovsky 3 жыл бұрын
Love my SL. Still trying to get the fit dialed in, but it rides great.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Have you tired the suspension tuner on the Specialized website ?
@tomtucker527
@tomtucker527 Жыл бұрын
Just ordered my 2022 SL. Can't wait to ride it.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Nice one let me know how you get on!
@tomtucker527
@tomtucker527 Жыл бұрын
@Sam’s Bikes got new wheels, brakes and tyres going on from the start.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Good plan
@ericprouty
@ericprouty Жыл бұрын
Man, Sam does good reviews!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric I hope all is well mate!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes Жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric I hope all is well mate!
@csjtbanks
@csjtbanks 3 жыл бұрын
A great review Sam, I wonder whether the 2022 version will come out as a mullet, it seems like it will be a natural evolution !
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Craig I personally only think the new Levo is mullet because of tue motor size. The short chainstay on the SL is perfect for a 29er trail bike!
@cgmoon3097
@cgmoon3097 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam great video! I just picked up the base model SL because of your videos on it, and I am loving it. This is only my second MTB and first full suspension. I am hooked! I see you have merch and would like to pick up a couple shirts. Do you ship to the US?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats mate.... if you have any set up problems let me know! Yes I do sell through Tee Spring. here is the link. thanks for the support sams-bikes.creator-spring.com/?
@drewyager4020
@drewyager4020 Жыл бұрын
A lot of good points here
@williammitchell6921
@williammitchell6921 3 жыл бұрын
I have over 1,000 trouble free miles on my SL. It's a winner for sure.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
great to hear!!!
@strutstipher
@strutstipher 3 жыл бұрын
On my mates SL he swapped his brakes for Magura MT7's. Mine's in the shop having XT's fitted. Hated the Code RS brakes. Bikes great!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Yep totally mate Code really are not great!
@andrewhurrell07
@andrewhurrell07 3 жыл бұрын
Great video great review Sam but would love to see you do a long term review of the orbea rise as I honestly think it'll be a better bike than the sl
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
lets see if Orbea reply to my emails...
@ribinrobin8925
@ribinrobin8925 3 жыл бұрын
Great review dude I have the SL and the kenevo. The SL has more miles on.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Right on my SL get loads more miles on it and i have the gen 3 as well
@nortondlcl
@nortondlcl 3 жыл бұрын
Ebikes are awesome!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Yes they are!
@makenziejorgensen407
@makenziejorgensen407 3 жыл бұрын
Have you been on an Orbea rise? I would be curious to see how that compares to the SL. The Rise is on the top of my list right now.
@runesig
@runesig 3 жыл бұрын
Great review of the SL @Sam's Bikes! I am a little surprised of how many people who really dislikes the SRAM Code breaks. I dont think of these as cheap, so is it the quality, the feel or something else that is not up to par? Are they so bad that this is something that really should be considered changed right away before getting the bike on the trails?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate just check the world cup loads of people use them they are totally fine you dont need to change them. I personally just dont like them.
@mabizu
@mabizu 3 жыл бұрын
Great video as always, loved my SL all the way. Fun fact, I did not know about the chain breaker 🤣 Now I’m getting a new Levo for the big climbs, was that a mistake? Btw is there a new SL 2022 model?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hahah me either so cool I do now as I ride with 3 different bags so it was always a stress to make sure I brought my chain breaker. I think if I had to choose one I would go the Levo because it’s more versatile but i rather ride the SL. Not sure about 22 bikes I would think so but covid is making a mess of everything
@brianbathgate4944
@brianbathgate4944 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man… loving the channel! Awesome! Hope you’re enjoying the van! I’m in mine just now watching your vids :). Just wondering, have you tried the Orbea Rise? I’m sitting with a full fat (heavily modded :)) 2019 Levo just now… wanting a change, thinking the Rise would be a good move, but stocks too tight to test, and £6ks a lot to buy blind. Keen to hear your thoughts. My Levos 170mm Yari, coil, mullet, enduro beast. (A gen 2 build with gen 3 geo :). My Nomads 180mm travel and 14.5kgs tho… and fooowkin love that. Reckon the lighter emtb makes sense. I’m 100kgs btw - kinda fit, kinda full of lock down biscuits :)
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Brian thanks for the kind works, can you send me a message on Facebook or Instagram and I’ll send you a voice message to much to say in a message haha
@jimmygrimshaw3318
@jimmygrimshaw3318 3 жыл бұрын
As I know that u read every comment this 1 will be for your sponsor .... I’ve gone over to the magic marry from my normal minion and am finding the tyre unbelievable .... it stems from watching all your videos and ure absolutely spot on when u give your bike reviews.... I’m only new to e bikes and am pushing 41 .... I’ve learnt so much from your channel and I do tell as many people as I can to subscribe..... I would love to get as much riding as u do ... keep up this great work Sambino
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James for the kind words and glad your loving the Magic’s they rock! Keep riding champ!
@brucemilmont6455
@brucemilmont6455 3 жыл бұрын
I am a very fit senior rider. 6'4". I have been thinking about an ebike so I can ride longer. I don't like lifting or moving around heavy bikes. I am mostly a cross country rider but spend a lot of time on technical trails with significant climbing. Would this bike work for me? Also, what size do you recommend and what version gives you the best bang for the buck?
@matthieubrasselet1
@matthieubrasselet1 3 жыл бұрын
Just got my levo sl carbon comp. Very happy with it. Your multiple video’s have driven my choice. Question: why my swap tool doesn’t have the chain breaker ? Seems I have a cheap version of it. A disapointing detail I can’t retrieve on Spe web site. Any imput?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate, thanks for the kind words and congrats on the beast! The chain breaker is a strange point you make, different models have a basic swat tool which is hard for me to understand and it’s the clear on their website maybe go to your dealer and see if they can order you one a very handy bit of kit for a ebike.
@andrewvickers5565
@andrewvickers5565 3 жыл бұрын
YT Decoy, Levo, Levo SL and Meta Power. Which bike gets your full attention next?! Also, any idea when they'll be more Schwalbe tyres (magic mary and big betty) more widely available? Only limited sizes/structure currently available in the UK at least
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
decoy is so 2019 haha they need to update, meta is great value for a big dh bike, SL is such a fun bike but limited for riding with full powered ebikes unless your fit! So what’s left? The Levo haha it’s a beast of a bike I really love it. I’m a lucky guy! Leave it with me I’m trying to work out a way to sell Schwalbe tires because I know it’s really hard to find them.
@thim8009
@thim8009 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, I'm getting my sl here real soon, but make me wonder if I should hold off for Gen 3 levo expert? You hear any rumors when they might be coming?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Mate not really sure about when the new Levos are coming, as I said who do you want to ride with? Full powered ebikes? Unless your pretty fit it’s going to be hard work!
@hungbui196
@hungbui196 3 жыл бұрын
Will you be reviewing the Orbea Rise? I have an M10 on order and wonder how it compares to the Rise. I have a trek rail 9.7 with AXS and I wanted to add a light weight ebike for a different feel and different trails.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
mate I have been trying to get my hand on one for months so lets see.
@chrisjones6699
@chrisjones6699 3 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t agree more with you! I rented one of these at a trail centre for the day and wasn’t really impressed! That’s only because everyone in my group was riding full powered ebikes. I had to work very hard to keep with them and it soured my experience. I love going up hill and this really wouldn’t work for me. I’d rather work twice as hard on my a-bike and save thousands 😂 Great video again!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate glad you liked the video! Given the choice I’m 💯 SL over normal ebike but get what your saying
@ptrgmx7396
@ptrgmx7396 3 жыл бұрын
I would be curious to know if the drivetrain wear out quicker than a normal mtn bike. Also I just saw Shimano with a 10 speeds e-bike specific! What are your thoughts about that! Cheers mate good job on your channel.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
I broke the chain once and i would suspect its ready to change now but yes it would wear less then a emtb i'm sure.. Finally Shimano did a ebike chain and cassette.
@whoscaptain1377
@whoscaptain1377 3 жыл бұрын
I really like my SL also and your channel about the levo are great Thank you very much , But i have a question about a Linkage that is available for the bike that offers 70% more progression called Cascade Components, would you buy something that could do that?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate thanks for the kind words, I personally think the SL is perfect 👌 I wouldn’t bother but I haven’t tried it.
@whoscaptain1377
@whoscaptain1377 3 жыл бұрын
@@SamsBikes Thanks
@MelkonTorosyan
@MelkonTorosyan 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Do I understand correctly, you have installed a Schwalbe Magic Marry 2.6 on the front wheel and a Schwalbe Big Betty 2.4 tire on the rear wheel for your Enduro rides?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Correct
@sdigsy4414
@sdigsy4414 3 жыл бұрын
👍👌
@Ubberwun
@Ubberwun Жыл бұрын
How reliable are the motors? Any known water issues with this model?
@Timo-ug4ul
@Timo-ug4ul 2 жыл бұрын
Hello mate, not sure if you're still monitoring this old thread, but wanted to ask about do you think rider weight will play a part in the capability of this model. I'm 108Kg and am looking at the Levo vs SL. All of my riding areas say the SL, as its mostly trail and low level for about 3-4 hours max. I also want to ride for cardio gain at 55 yo. My question is, is the SL man enough to cart round my massive weight for 3/4 hours (50km ish)? I do think that the Levo full power would be overkill for what I need. Yes, i could run it in lower power modes, but I will not be DH riding ever. For reference, I ride a 2015 Stumpy. Cheers mate, love the channel!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 2 жыл бұрын
Yo Timo thanks for the kind words, if I’m honest at 108kg you might be best with a full powered Levo but honestly your best to go try and test ride a Levo And a Levo SL and you know will know straight away. Send me a private message on Facebook if you want to ask anymore questions
@jam2junkie339
@jam2junkie339 3 жыл бұрын
Nice Vid Sam🤙
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@morukuser
@morukuser 3 жыл бұрын
The levo sl is for fit riders, who ride on a regular basis. The levo turbo is for everyone else.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Totally!
@rubengarcia160
@rubengarcia160 3 жыл бұрын
Que pena que no esté en español los subtitulos, tengo la misma que tú me interesa mucho tu opinión
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Esta noche ya tienes
@leevihalme4615
@leevihalme4615 3 жыл бұрын
I find it kinda funny that first thing on "what I loved on Levo SL" was SWAT multitool 😂
@cpm4317
@cpm4317 Жыл бұрын
With the changes to the bike I don't get why you re not buying a comp carbon and spice this one up?
@billwallace4184
@billwallace4184 3 жыл бұрын
Sam, I'm a long time Schwab tire user and my go to front tire has been the Hans Damf 2.3 for my riding area in ca. It's rock hard with light dirt on top. The knob shape and profile are super quick on turn ins. Curious if you tried it up front before I used to use then on front and rear but lose a bit of speed have on both ends. Any way just curious if you have tried them. Thanks Wally Gator
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info mate im very happy with Magic and Big Betty I really like the extra traction over better rolling speed
@geobubu
@geobubu 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Very good review! Can you tell me your body size? (to compare your L size with my body size). I'm 175 cm with 81 cm borse and Specy tell me M size is correct. But i think is a short bike.
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 183cm and riding a L but I do like smaller bikers
@DA-je7tl
@DA-je7tl 3 жыл бұрын
So what will Specialized have in store for the 2022 Levo SL??
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
no idea...
@gbarton800
@gbarton800 3 жыл бұрын
@Sam’s Bikes or anyone able to comment, I’m in the market and wondered if you could comment on the Comp (AL) vs. the next level up Comp Carbon. Besides the obvious weight difference, how would each bike feel/ride?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate thanks for the comment, I normally recommend AL because I personally don’t see much of a difference but with the SL you are paying a premium for a LIGHT ebike so I personally would go for the Carbon. I’m not sure the weight penalty but as far as they ride very similar I can’t tell the difference between carbon and Al
@gbarton800
@gbarton800 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sam! I appreciate the quick response and your insights.
@thomassobelman8350
@thomassobelman8350 3 жыл бұрын
I have both. There's no penalty for the aluminum in terms of feel. The aluminum bike is a little heavier but you don't really feel the difference while your riding. The spec on the SL is where you feel the biggest difference. Once you swap the Fox 34 for 36s and change the brakes the bike is totally different. If price is absolutely critical to you, the spec on the comp bikes is the same, the aluminum bike is worth considering. There are other important factors to consider as well such as your skill level and the type of riding you plan on doing.
@gbarton800
@gbarton800 3 жыл бұрын
@@thomassobelman8350 great, great feedback! The riding I plan to do is technical trail and some downhill. I have a ‘19 Trek PowerFly FS7 and an ‘18 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8 SL (both ends of spectrum in terms of weight and riding feel). What I’m looking for is more feel and agility of the 9.8 SL but with some assistance to keep up with my 14YO son and other more fit riders. The PF 7 power is a riot to ride on my own but overkill for most situations with non-eMTB riders which is what’s got me looking at the Levo SLs. Thanks so much for your input/help!
@boomtasstic_77
@boomtasstic_77 3 жыл бұрын
What would you say is the life span on the motor of this bike? Would you say 3 years or more?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
na way longer than that... the battery will need to be replaced at some point.
@chickenclips
@chickenclips 3 жыл бұрын
Still waiting for the mullet setup on this bike :) Might be a bit wonky with that short chainstay
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
its going down but I feel its not needed I just love this bike as is!
@chickenclips
@chickenclips 3 жыл бұрын
It’s very confidence inspiring!
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Mate there is something “special” about the geo on the SL just a fantastic bike
@chickenclips
@chickenclips 3 жыл бұрын
@@SamsBikes couldn't agree more :)
@australopitak
@australopitak 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam, what are your thoughts on longevity of the engine/battery? I can get one with 1000km on it, battery 100%. How much more do you recon it will last?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate I wouldn't worry about 1000km these bike are very reliable! if the Battery is 100% then its totally fine. I think as you charger over 1000 times it will loose a small percentage of range but you would need to check with your local dealer.
@TerryMcDonagh
@TerryMcDonagh 2 жыл бұрын
Anyone experienced a broken rear triangle just above the brake caliber. Mine has started to crack. Never crashed
@jamestaylor3836
@jamestaylor3836 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam, love the channel.. Ive just brought a Levo SL, can you tell me what tyre width you ride or recommend ? Cheers
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words James, I run magic marry 2.6 soft rubber and super trail casing on the front and big Betty in soft and super casing on the back in 2.4. If your going to be riding it really hard I would go a gravity casing on the back and if it’s more trail riding put a 2.4 magic marry on the front over a 2.6. I hope that helps mate
@joseanfernandezgutierrez7270
@joseanfernandezgutierrez7270 3 жыл бұрын
Is it strong to be a bike park bike? Or only to use like a trail bike?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
defo you can use it as a park bike not all the time but... if you jsut was a park bike save your money and get a Stump!
@leebridgwater
@leebridgwater 3 жыл бұрын
Lol, I want this bike
@richthegasman
@richthegasman 3 жыл бұрын
I went from a FF to an SL and in no way get anything for free or rep spesh. I wouldn’t want to go back to a FF now. Send mine down any enduro/dh trails no problem .
@oldpappabear4193
@oldpappabear4193 3 жыл бұрын
What's it like riding thru the limiter ? Is SL easier to pedal downhill than the FF and have your speeds on trails improved pretty much straight away? Cheers matey 👍
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
totally Rich its a sweet sweet bike!
@hassebir
@hassebir 3 жыл бұрын
Test the Orbea Rise then report back - it blew the lid of my head. Weight of an SL but powerfull enough to be a proper Ebike which the SL isnt. Think its the future...
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe your right in really interested in the range on the orbea.
@hassebir
@hassebir 3 жыл бұрын
@@SamsBikes yup. No idea about the range but those 60nm will cost some extra electrons ;-) Maybe forced to use the extender but then the weight will creep up?!?
@SamsBikes
@SamsBikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@hassebir my mate bought one abs returned it the same day for bad range but as a good tester I would love to try it!
@stevelucero7922
@stevelucero7922 2 жыл бұрын
Boy, I hate to hear how you must of struggled with the front and rear brake set up on your handle bars (Euro vs. N. America) if you thought the water bottle cage opening was causing to you to have near crashes! 🤣
@adrianrogers6976
@adrianrogers6976 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the Orbea Rise, doesn't have Specialized tax
@mabizu
@mabizu 3 жыл бұрын
It’s just not available, not even second hand. If I would order now I would get it by December 2022, Switzerland.
@mixalis6168
@mixalis6168 3 жыл бұрын
Depends, in my opinion they are all overpriced for what they are !
@stealthd295
@stealthd295 3 жыл бұрын
stumpy weighs 13.63 kg duh
@jonathanhowson6420
@jonathanhowson6420 3 жыл бұрын
Sam, I have got the answer for you. Who's it for? Dentists and bankers. Who's it not for? Everyone else. 👍👌😂
@drewyager4020
@drewyager4020 Жыл бұрын
That’s not stock
@josmith8205
@josmith8205 Жыл бұрын
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