How to remove a Specialized Levo and Kenevo Crank and Chain Ring
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 พ.ค. 2020
- Please note! The torque for the crank arm bolt is 40Nm and not 50 Nm as I stated in the video. Thanks @SearchMTB for the information.
I made this video because I struggled with the task and also couldn't find much information online, so once I figured it (by trawling the internet and finding bits and pieces of information about it) I thought I would put it out there for others to be able to do it. I am not a trained mechanic (which will probably be evident from the video :).
Tools used:
6mm Allen key to remove the battery (Apparently it is important to remove the battery when working on this area of the bike)
8mm Allen key to remove the crank
4mm Allen key to remove the chain guide
Lock ring removal tool:
www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B001...
(This tool wasn't 100% ideal for this, as explained in the video, but it did the job)
32mm socket and ratchet for this particular lock ring tool
Puller for chain ring: update to this - please try removing it by hand before buying the puller tool - someone commented that they could get theirs off by hand - I have never yet been able to do that but it seems it’s possible.
www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B000...
14mm socket and ratchet for this particular puller
Torque wrench for reinstallation of lock ring and crank
Grease
Nice video but the "puller for the chain ring" is rarely needed in practice, I'm able to remove my own chain ring with just my bare hand and basically no force. It's not pressed in like the crank arms are, it's free once the lock ring is removed. Maybe if it's rusted that tool will be good, but some light hammer blows should take care of that too. Just saying try to remove without "chain ring puller" (flywheel puller) first before going to the shop and spending $20 or so :)
Hi. Thanks for the input. I tried everything to get my chain ring off before I bought a puller (including using a hammer🤣) - I bought the puller after seeing the guys at embn do it that way. However I will be sure to update the information so people try without the puller first - although I am assuming people are looking for a video as they haven’t been able to get theirs off either. Thanks.
@@charlottecunninghammtb Maybe I was just lucky, mine came off pulling with just 2 fingers on either side! Thanks again for nice video :)
I can’t get mine of no matter what I just ordered the puller
Great video, thanks. I managed to pull the chainring spider off with the Campagnolo power torque crank extractor.
Thanks for taking the time to do this so clearly and especially what tools you need - much appreciated.
Thanks - glad it was helpful :).
I commend you for being so resourceful in SO MANY ways
Thanks Mike 😁
Thank you for that video. My LBS did a poor job routing the derailleur cable and pinched it between the frame and the motor cover (crank side). Now I know how to proceed to fix this!
Sorry to hear that happened but glad to be a help - hope you get it sorted.
Liked the video, straight to the point. I was looking to remove the crank and sprocket on my Levo SL, the sprocket spider is secured by a spring circlip removed with the aid of a small pick or screwdriver, and a m5 clamping bolt.
Thanks for the information :). Glad you liked the video 😁
Great video, thanks for taking the time to post 👍🏻
Thanks Phil 😁
This is going to be helpful. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful 😁😁
Great video, it's been very helpful, thanks
Great - thanks and I’m glad it was helpful 😁.
Great video 👍 I watched it as I have bent the crank arm on my turbo levo and wanted to see how to remove and replace with a new one.
I have just checked and the torque setting for the turbo levo crank arm is 40nm.
I just thought I'd let you know as I would want to make sure all the torque settings were correct if it was my video 👍
Thanks for taking the time to make the video it was really helpful 🙂
Thank you so much for letting me know! I feel terrible I have put out bad info. I had to look at the manual again and you’re right. I will write a note in the description. Hope you get your bike up and running soon.
Funny thing is you say 40nm in the video 🤣😂 then correct yourself..... We have all been there 😉
Thanks, I hope it goes on as easily as you make it look🤞
@@SearchMTB I watched back and I thought if only I hadn’t corrected myself! Anyway I’m really hoping no harm has been done. My one is still going strong. Your channel looks great btw. Will take a proper look when I have a bit more time.
Excellent video
Thank you 😁
Great video thank you 👍🏻
Thanks.
THANK YOU 🖤
😁
Great video! xx
Thanks 😘😘😘
👍 excellent explanation. I know the four armed component as a spider 🕷️ 😂
Thanks - glad you liked it. Thanks for the name too 😁😁.
@ Charlotte Cunningham Great video, can I please ask of the 3 silver line gear pullers which size did you use?
Thanks - I used the smallest one.
Hi just stumbled on your site .......hopefully I will be getting a 2020 kenevo comp soon .....have you had many problems with the motor / battery? .....thanks
Boggy Big pants Hi. It’s my partners bike and she loves it. We haven’t had any problems with the battery or motor - or anything else for that matter. It’s done 1500km now.
Charlotte Cunningham ...thanks for replying ...you read so many horror stories...looking forward to getting mine ...il let you know when I get one ...and hopefully not to moan lol
Boggy Big pants I think you’ll love it. I’ve got a cube and it’s just so much fun. Yes please do let me know. Would be interested to know what you think.
Even our top bike shop couldn’t pop the lock washer off so my 36 tooth chain ring remains in the drawer. 😳 I’ve also seen other videos where they remove the ring (4 bolts), shift it and pull it right off.
After removing said bolts, we couldn’t do that either. Any ideas???
Henry Hester Hi Henry. Sorry for the late reply. That is the only 2 ways I can see of getting it off. Seems really strange that neither worked - has it been damaged in anyway?
Good news. I was able to force feed the stock ring past the tight plastic and easily install (with red Locktite) the new 36T gear and wow this thing flies. No spinning out!
Henry Hester that’s great you got it sorted. I might have to look at that for this bike as well after what you and John have both said. Do you have a part number for the 36 tooth chain ring by any chance?
Charlotte UPANBIKE Bike Narrow Wide Chainring 104 BCD Round Shape Single Chain Ring 32T 34T 36T 38T www.amazon.com/dp/B079PVS4CY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PVEiFbH6MD84D
Henry Hester thank you for that information! 😁😁🙌
is the non drive side a reverse thread?
Hi. Do you mean for the crank - it’s normal. Ie not reverse.
It's the "spider" ;)
Thank you for that 😁😁
It looks like you can remove the chainring without pulling the crank...no?
John Williamson hi John - yes if you just want to take the chain ring off only you can take it off with the 4 bolts. I wanted to take the whole lot off to clean in behind it as the dirt had built up quite a bit. Information is scarce about how to do it and parts to buy so I once I got the information I put the video out there.
@@charlottecunninghammtb Charlotte, good to know as I just want to go from the stock 30 to a 32 or 34. I am wondering why they run a 30 stock as it spins out just over 22 mph, at least for me. Anyway thanks for doing the vlog as it will help me when mine gets filthy.
John Williamson I’m not too sure on that side as it’s my partners bike and seems happy enough with it. But if you do change the chain ring it would be good to know how you get on.
@@charlottecunninghammtb I tried taking the chain ring off by just removing the bolts but failed. Good informative video. What torque wrench would you recommend.
@@AB-qp6yj hi. Glad you found the video useful. The one I use, and can recommend, is a Park Tool one. Although there are plenty others out there :).