What's The Best E-Bike For You? Specialized Levo SL Vs Levo Vs Kenevo SL
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- čas přidán 8. 06. 2024
- What's The Best E-Bike For You? Specialized Levo SL Vs Levo Vs Kenevo SL
Riders welcome back to Sam's Bikes where you know we only talk ebikes.... Today we are looking at what is the prefect Electric mountain bike for you riders. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner, a seasoned expert or a pro we are going to look at all the different characteristics of the full powered electric mountain, bike The Specialized Levo compared to the latter, brother is the Specialized Kenevo SL and Levo SL
Like always if you have any questions please just ask.
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00:00 What's The Best E-Bike For You? Specialized Levo SL Vs Levo Vs Kenevo SL
03:03 Specialized Kenevo SL review
03:44 Best and Worst thing on the Kenevo SL
04:07 how the range on the Kenevo SL
06:21 Specialized Levo SL review
07:23 best and worst of the Kenevo SL
08:21 hows the range on the Levo SL
10:27 Specialized Levo Gen 3 review
11:27 how is the range on the Levo Gen 3
15:39 Who is a SL e-bike for and how to SL compare to full powered e-bikes
17:06 does your fitness suffer riding an E bike?
19:46 Carbon Vs Aluminium bikes, and bike components
22:46 which is the best e-bike for me?
22:50 conclusion to, which is the best electric mountain bike for you
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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.
You have a noisy bike (acoustic)? LOL
Thanks a lot for having us Sam!!! It's been so fun and a pretty interesting experience. A hell of a month 😍
Thanks Pablo it was a great month!
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
Hey Paul stocked your happy with your Levo! Yes the Levo SL is very cool
But it doesn’t replace the Levo
Riders.... this was a super interesting month with Pablo and Martin I hope you like it riders.
Yes, it has been great to work with you three! Great riders and great people!!!
Totally thanks Bea
Thanks a lot Bea! Same here, a pleasure 😊
Great review Sam, I have done 2,000km on my Gen 3 Levo in a year, not a single issue, it is superb.
Thanks John, I remember talking about you getting it! So happy your happy with it!
Super comprehensive comparison. Helps a lot thanks!
Thanks 🙏 rider I really appreciate the feedback
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! 🇦🇺
Thanks champ I really appreciate your comment! I’m not sure I’m fitter but I’m definitely riding more
Great video! love the comparison 😊
Thanks mate !
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.
Thanks Rider I appreciate the kind words!
I have the same bike with a full upgrade. Totally agree with you.
You could put a second range extender in your pack, but I would probably go full power in your position.
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
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 😅
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!
Excellent video! Great to hear a range of opinions. Good work 👍
Thanks Ben I hope all is well! When you come to Spain for some riding ?
@@SamsBikes all is well thanks. How about January?
Finally an e-bike tester who can ACTUALLY ride the bikes 🙌 cheers
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...
Yes mate I agree let’s see!
@@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.”
Well they did now 🙂
I saw that. Can't wait to throw a leg over one!
@@lukatsch4436
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.
Dude not a bad idea!
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!
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
Hahaha crazy the mountain goat 🐐 got cramped on a ebike wow
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.
Hahaha 😝 yep I’m a Turbo rider
The Kenevo SL is superb.
It really is a beast
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?
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!
@@SamsBikes Appreciate the reply! I'll def look into this change then. Love the content!
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
@@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.
Great video Sam! Levo SL: Can you remove the battery in winter? That’s a important criteria..Thank you!
Yes, absolutely you can it take about 20 minutes to drop the motor but totally doable
@@SamsBikes
Great thank you!
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...
Then maybe you should rent one! It doesn’t get much better than this review for different styles of riders
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.
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+.
Hahaahahahaha yep 👍 the Reign is amazing value
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?
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 😈
Sam, what would you think of the Kenevo SL with a Gen 2 1.2 motor?
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
Hi. what make are the crank arms on the KSL? Are they aftermarket? What length are they? Thanks.
Hey mate they are Forx Cranks from New Zealand 🇳🇿 in 160! They rock for the Kenevo SL
@@SamsBikes Thanks!!!
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!
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
@@SamsBikes oh Man U gonna cost me 14K haha
Ad someonr still learning to jump the weight of a full ebike is a little scary.
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
Yep I’ve seen that but if I’m honest Levo SL doesn’t need more suspension it’s amazing as is!
They have a normal kenevo that is 180-180
nice
Thanks
Depends on the budget...
That’s true
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.
Which tire is the best for ebike to climb in 2023
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.
Heckler SL is the one! Why it’s pure stealthy.
I would love to test the Hecklet
Just been to a Santa Cruz event in Scotland and the new SL was there, beautiful bike, very stealthy.
SL with 500wh battery would be a wrap.
Haha so the Levo SL with the range extender? 480wh
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
All s works lots of people can’t afford these bikes so why don’t you start at the entry level
Specialized.. too many belt motor probs. Warranty is a wait time.. nope.
definitely not Specialized - wtf they using belt on 90Nm motor?
The Whyte e160…
That thing is a tank.
@@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.
u can only run the kenevo with dual crown lol