Very good video sir. I ordered a 2023 Levo SL Comp Carbon today to replace my 2020 Levo SL Alloy that has served me very well for the past three years (5,500 miles).
Thinks Bill and congrats on the new bike... Once you have it lets have a chat and see how you like it compared to the gen1.... I'm sure your going to love it.
👏Sam, you are probably the best test driver of all in my opinion, when you compare with the difference and changes on updates between year models and also pick out negative and expensive changes that are added when rims and crank arms have to be changed. so thumbs up for you👍😊
Finally an SL with some power! I like that it's quiet. So tough to ride with the brakes not being moto style. It's cool that Specialized incorporated all of the adjustable parts of the regular Levo. Looks like it's going to be a great option!
I feel 160-150 is way better but thats just me and I have not ridden either bike but that will happen very soon. I feel the range will be better on the Levo SL gen 2
BTW , i did my first ride yesterday wearing my Sams Bike red long sleeve T . people stopped me and asked who that is. i told them Sams Bikes is a legendary downhiller from the mountains of Spain . There are undocumented sightings of him flying down the mountains with flames coming off the back of the bike . No one to date has been able to get a photo of him .
Hi Sam, how would you like to be a part of my first e-bike purchase. hi, yeah with your experience in e-MTB, which bike would you think is best between 2023 turbo levo base carbon or 2023 Marin E2. Thanks in advance. FYI my style of riding is not a factor. I want to know what YOU think.
I was just talking with a buddy last week saying Specialized would do something like this. Orbea Rise still tops it. As little as 15.9kg, more power, bigger battery.
I don't buy a bike solely on motor and battery. The main thing for me and many others is the frame. It's the most expensive part. The bit where the most research goes and the bit that makes a bike a bike. People faced them off Levo SL (22) Vs Orbea Rise and they still picked the old Levo because of how it performed.
@Little Teapot 4kg = 8.8 lbs. Analog to midpower is 8lb jump or so, then add another 8 for a Wild. Each jump you lose traditional mtb feel. And those weights are top tier models in medium frame. Wild is a great bike but it doesn't ride like one. All depends if you're fine with a lead sled, who your rife with as well as your local trail system. Eg bike park or trail center. I made the jump from analog to midpower and am fully satisfied. I rarely use boost as I find it too artificial and not needed except to speed up long climbs. Only the SL riders get range anxiety and fall behind.
why are EMTBs the same price as a road/trail bike? i want one but given the choice i'd get a road trail at the blink of an eye and not worry about charging just lob 5l in and there's the next 100km.
For me the sizing is off. Currently on a Kenevo SL S5 with a reach of about 510. The new Levo SL S5 has a reach of 495, which I find cramped.. And the size up S6 has a 525 reach a little to long. Just thankful I have the Kenevo
Who makes the motor ? Did Specialized create a sub division of their company and create this motor or did they hire a sub contractor to make it according to their specs or what and how long has this motor been tested ? I assume it isn't made by Brose , or ? The introduction of new motors always makes me pause . has the motor gone through rigorous in house testing or are the riders the test subjects as was the case with the early Brose motor . Sorry sam , but a little dissent adds some spice to the thread . 😂
ok, sounds good . let's see how it turns out after it is ridden many km . You remember the horror stories from the early Brose motors , but it appears that they have sorted it out . i'm a bit of a skeptic and tend to wait and see how reliability pans out . it's almost scary how many different motors there are now . will there be good service for all of these motors ? i assume there will be as Specialized is a huge company .
@@SamsBikes sure is and that's the most important thing for me...tbh it's always gonna hurt...lucky I'm a paint sprayer, the Kenevo will be getting a custom paint job when the new ones come out haha #keepingupwiththejones'
I am not impressed with anything nothig new...they should at lest put the motor vertically and make the battery removable but yes TQ just makes a better bike.
Rien de réellement nouveau ici. Specialized a seulement emmené son velo au niveau de la competition, à mon avis. Une batterie de seulement 320wh, c'est insuffisant. Et ne parlont pas de range extender, qui vient augmenter le poids du velo et annuler l'avantage du poids réduit. Le poids est bon, ainsi que la geometrie variable. Mais il y a plusieurs option plus interessantes comme le nouveau Giant, Orbea rise, Pivot shuttle sl.... Je peux comprendre que les fans d'une marque en particulier soit emballés quand ce manufacturier arrive avec un produit competitif.
Very good video sir. I ordered a 2023 Levo SL Comp Carbon today to replace my 2020 Levo SL Alloy that has served me very well for the past three years (5,500 miles).
Thinks Bill and congrats on the new bike... Once you have it lets have a chat and see how you like it compared to the gen1.... I'm sure your going to love it.
👏Sam, you are probably the best test driver of all in my opinion, when you compare with the difference and changes on updates between year models and also pick out negative and expensive changes that are added when rims and crank arms have to be changed.
so thumbs up for you👍😊
Thanks Kent I really appreciate your comment and feedback
Finally an SL with some power! I like that it's quiet. So tough to ride with the brakes not being moto style. It's cool that Specialized incorporated all of the adjustable parts of the regular Levo. Looks like it's going to be a great option!
Hey Rick I hope all is well mate... Yep it does look like a perfect SL trail bike... and yes riding with the Brakes the wrong way its so hard for me.
this new motor in the kenevo SL and kaboom.. my perfect bike! (for my current life style, preferred ride type and age/fitness)
Yep the new SL 1.2 motor look Amazing
cool, looking forward to your full review Sam!
Thanks Eric I’ll let you know if you need to upgrade!
@@SamsBikes I probably will, haha!
Heck ya Sam! Great video, very informative as usual... cant wait for your ride reviews!
Yo Jon thanks for the Kind words... and I feel another Podcast is coming I'm sure you will order one? we can talk Levo SL Vs Kenevo SL Vs Levo SL gen2
Love it! AND super happy for you that you’re getting one!!! 🎉
How does this compare to the Trek EXe & Orbea Rise?
Also what’s the weight of this Comp Carbon, not the crazy priced Sworks?
What a bike, what a review! Please do next a full comparison LEVO vs. LEVO SL 2023 🤩
Nice review Sam! Will we be able to upgrade Kenevo SL motors to the new 1.2 motor?
Hey Declan the Million Dollar question I have already asked this and it seems like its a no for now... but that might change
Awesome description ! Very clear and accurate !Good job, thank’s
Thanks mate I really appreciate the feedback
Nice review! I’m trying to choose between the levo SL and fuel exe. Levo SL steps up on the travel is an advantage. When will this bike start selling?
I feel 160-150 is way better but thats just me and I have not ridden either bike but that will happen very soon. I feel the range will be better on the Levo SL gen 2
I just bought this, so when will you do a dream build and review it. I love those videos :)
Congrats mate check the channel this Thursday!!!! Oh yes my baby is here
My first question would be. Is this motor interchangable with the SL1.1 motor in the original Levo SL or the Kenevo SL?
As mentioned on the Orbea Wild topic, I’m intrigued to hear your review on this mate 🤘🏼
Thanks Nick I get the bike very soon..... so thoughts it will come soon.
Comparison with Orbea Rise 2023 would be very nice
I wonder when canyon will come with an SL bike
Yep it’s on the cards and yes I wonder when Canyon will enter the SL market!
Looking forward to your review!
Thanks Mitch it's coming soon mate.
Sign me in ❤ That looks like pretty much my perfect ebike… I’m ok with the one in the chroma in S4 thanks 😂
hahaha ok Pablo I will order 2 one for me and the other for you... hahah
BTW , i did my first ride yesterday wearing my Sams Bike red long sleeve T . people stopped me and asked who that is.
i told them Sams Bikes is a legendary downhiller from the mountains of Spain . There are undocumented sightings of him flying down the mountains with flames coming off the back of the bike . No one to date has been able to get a photo of him .
hahahahahahah Thanks Sirios your a legend!
Nice bike. SL was a little meh due the weak motor, and now it´s back on track :)
Totally Lukas this bike looks very Special bike to me.
Great Review as always Sam
Thanks Barry I really appreciate your comment
Love the 10m selfie stick drone footage 😂.
Yes, it's "drone like" footage taken from a drone. You can see the shadow.
Thanks mate... yep I love the x3 great camera.
Sorry you are 100% wrong I never lie on my videos. This was shot with a selfie stick on the X3.
Hi Sam, how would you like to be a part of my first e-bike purchase. hi, yeah with your experience in e-MTB, which bike would you think is best between 2023 turbo levo base carbon or 2023 Marin E2. Thanks in advance. FYI my style of riding is not a factor. I want to know what YOU think.
I don't get it... Is it closer to a full power (4x) mtn bike now with the new torque but with SL weight?
the full power have 90nm and the new SL has 50nm so there is still a big difference
Nice review Sam 👏👏
Thanks Malcolm I really appreciate the comment
NICE ... I want one ... where can I buy the all singing all dancing Specialized Levo SL Gen 2 2023 in PORTUGAL - preferred. Please? Thanks Sam
Yo Bob you can buy it online at Specialized right now if not ring up a specialized dealer and just order one I’m pretty sure they will have stock!
It hurts me knowing my KLX250 isn't even half the price.
I love your content. Keep up the work 🤘
I was just talking with a buddy last week saying Specialized would do something like this. Orbea Rise still tops it. As little as 15.9kg, more power, bigger battery.
Yo mate thanks for the comment! Yep the Rise is a great option but 160-150 and 6 way geo changes I’ll take that
My mind is blown that the new Wild is just 4 pounds more at 20 kilos? Like why wouldn't I just pick the Wild
@@LastAphelion My thoughts also, fully power and big battery. Wild seems like the better option
I don't buy a bike solely on motor and battery. The main thing for me and many others is the frame. It's the most expensive part. The bit where the most research goes and the bit that makes a bike a bike.
People faced them off Levo SL (22) Vs Orbea Rise and they still picked the old Levo because of how it performed.
@Little Teapot 4kg = 8.8 lbs. Analog to midpower is 8lb jump or so, then add another 8 for a Wild. Each jump you lose traditional mtb feel. And those weights are top tier models in medium frame. Wild is a great bike but it doesn't ride like one. All depends if you're fine with a lead sled, who your rife with as well as your local trail system. Eg bike park or trail center. I made the jump from analog to midpower and am fully satisfied. I rarely use boost as I find it too artificial and not needed except to speed up long climbs. Only the SL riders get range anxiety and fall behind.
why are EMTBs the same price as a road/trail bike? i want one but given the choice i'd get a road trail at the blink of an eye and not worry about charging just lob 5l in and there's the next 100km.
Fezzari timp peak is full carbon 170mm , 437mm chain stay, 29r, and mullet compatible. Please review if possible! 🙏
Hey Kevin, very good call mate I love the look of the new Timp Peak and I'm pretty ill get one to test later in the year.
Hey Sam, when's the alloy coming for us FatBlokes? Great review, as always....
Thanks Timo no idea about the AL maybe 6 months or never who knows sorry mate
Kinda wonder what the Kenevo SL will be (as the new engine as the same attach points as the previous motor!!)
How much does the comp weigh?!
Hey Tanner I think its high 18 low 19 but I didn't weigh it.
it would be better if it was a little heavier, but with a 500wh battery and a range extender
For me the sizing is off. Currently on a Kenevo SL S5 with a reach of about 510.
The new Levo SL S5 has a reach of 495, which I find cramped.. And the size up S6 has a 525 reach a little to long.
Just thankful I have the Kenevo
Looks great , but I’m sold on the full fat levos
Who makes the motor ?
Did Specialized create a sub division of their company and create this motor or did they hire a sub contractor to make it according to their specs or what and how long has this motor been tested ?
I assume it isn't made by Brose , or ?
The introduction of new motors always makes me pause . has the motor gone through rigorous in house testing or are the riders the test subjects as was the case with the early Brose motor .
Sorry sam , but a little dissent adds some spice to the thread . 😂
Hey mate its 100% Specialized SL.12 and it made in conjunction with Mule but its 100% exclusive to Specialized
ok, sounds good . let's see how it turns out after it is ridden many km . You remember the horror stories from the early Brose motors , but it appears that they have sorted it out . i'm a bit of a skeptic and tend to wait and see how reliability pans out .
it's almost scary how many different motors there are now . will there be good service for all of these motors ? i assume there will be as Specialized is a huge company .
Waowww😮😮
Yep you know it mate
Think I will wait until they upgrade the kenevo with the 1.2 motor.
yep you would think that would happen soonish
Riders... finally it's here and WOW what a beast any questions you know it just ask.
This is gonna cover the Kenevo SL too right? (sry I'm mid video if you cover it lol)
Are they going to give 50 nm of torque to the older Levo SLs and Kenevo SLs?
@@emtbtrailrider539they don’t have the same motor so probably not
@@Aidan-nt5do What motor does the Kenevo SL have then? I'm pretty sure the SL bikes all share the same motor...
@@_Jake.From.Statefarm_ pretty sure it’s the 1.0 motor as the new levo sl with 50nm is the 1.2, might be interchangeable though
Fantastic delivery… obviously a great bike. You’re knocking it out of the park.
Try if the new Motor will fit in the gen1...❤
hahah I'm pretty sure it does but good luck getting one.
@@SamsBikes why do you think it will be hard to get?
0:22 You have to say TODAY not TO DIE.
hahah maybe it was a very very busy few days.
@@SamsBikes hahaha it˙s Australian and we like it!
Seems like the embargo was lifted today?😅
This is the 4th video of this bike in my feed in just the last 30min 😅 Cool bike though:)
haha yes mate and it was a very busy few days....
Better get a range extender for that wimpy 320w battery, and upgrade those wimpy 2.3 tires. And boy is it spendy for a decent build!
Interesting that the Levo SL became more like an e-status than an e-EVO
Brakes on the wrong side?
FB on right side.
Yep it was another journalists bike and I just grabbed it very quickly out on the trails and I ride Moto style brakes.
Hurts when you spend 7 bags on a Kenevo SL and then you see the new ones released with more power 😬
Yep that does hurt! But the Kenevo SL is still the king of the DH!
@@SamsBikes sure is and that's the most important thing for me...tbh it's always gonna hurt...lucky I'm a paint sprayer, the Kenevo will be getting a custom paint job when the new ones come out haha #keepingupwiththejones'
the motor size is the same...I have some hope for you XD
you should make a different bike holder maybe mount it on the wall
yep good idea.
Hang it on the scale and show us this 17.7 kg. I bet its 20kg with pedals.
Great but just too expensive
Yep John its Specialized they have never been cheap bikes.
You lost me on the 7th "Levo S...L" I know you are talking about the levo SL you don't have to keep repeating it every 3 seconds
Sorry Dan I’ll try harder next time
I am not impressed with anything nothig new...they should at lest put the motor vertically and make the battery removable but yes TQ just makes a better bike.
I'm waiting to hear even one youtuber to saying about the ridiculous price .amazing marketing specialized ......
Rien de réellement nouveau ici. Specialized a seulement emmené son velo au niveau de la competition, à mon avis.
Une batterie de seulement 320wh, c'est insuffisant. Et ne parlont pas de range extender, qui vient augmenter le poids du velo et annuler l'avantage du poids réduit.
Le poids est bon, ainsi que la geometrie variable.
Mais il y a plusieurs option plus interessantes comme le nouveau Giant, Orbea rise, Pivot shuttle sl....
Je peux comprendre que les fans d'une marque en particulier soit emballés quand ce manufacturier arrive avec un produit competitif.
Way too expensive 😮
What's all this hype about? A barely updated motor and the same old battery technology in a new shell... totally disappointing
Fuck 29er
650B 4 Life
Wow 😯 have you tried a mullet ?
yes and is acceptable but full 29er is for racing dudes and not fun bikers@@SamsBikes
great preliminary sam. you just knowwith specialised though that its always less is much more expensive with specialised
Thanks Kevin yes they are not cheap bikes but i love the look of the new Levo SL
에스웍이 17.7kg???? sl맞아??? 가격 올랐으면 경량화라도 해야지. 아.... 퇴보한 느낌인데.