The Official BLEvo Thread

[Levo Sevilla]

This is an english forum.. Please make the question in english or put the question on BLEvo for your Smart Levo
Thanks.

Sorry, I’ve already made it in english. I’ ll try again. Thank you.

 

[Stumpy]

Hey @PaoloBLEvo, what mount do use for your BV6000?

 

[Maastricht]

Hey @PaoloBLEvo, what mount do use for your BV6000?

Dear Stumpy,

Paolo uses the GUB G-85 which is a non rotatable bracket.

I just received the GUB Plus 8 which is a rotatable bracket.

Both brackets work like a vice and they are very strong. When you Google the part nrs. you will find them everywhere for around $10.

I also ordered the BV6000 due Paolo's recommendation. I will switch to BLEvo android instead of the ios version.

 

[mark.ai]

Just an FYI, I'm going to be doing a full length YouTube video on BLEvo very soon

Is this thread the 2nd most viewed and 3rd most posts on the forum maybe? Just did a brief check so could be wrong ... but it's impressive

 

[Indigo]

No, Berkshire changed the TCU and from that point on any attempt to connect via Blevo displays the error message

I have just removed the Blevo App from the phone again and have tried just connecting to the bike via Bluetooth only and I get exactly the same error.

I have tried 2 other phones with and without Blevo with no success.

This may not be a Blevo issue?

The new TCU will have a unique Bluetooth pairing code (pincode). To pair the TCU display with the Mission Control app, the pincode located on the bottom of the TCU display must be entered in the app (the display must be removed from the frame to see it).

Also, on your phone you should first remove the old Turbo Levo from Bluetooth device list before you can pair with new TCU.

Good luck.

 

[PaoloBLEvo]

A user has connection problem after upgrading Android to version 9.
Is there someone that has Android 9 and he is able to connect to the bike?
Let me know, thanks.

 

[Stumpy]

@PaoloBLEvo (or anyone else that knows..) I’m still considering whether to get a BV6000 so I don’t have to have my iPhone on the bars... but a deciding factor for me is can I still use my Apple Watch for Smart HR with android?

 

[PaoloBLEvo]

@PaoloBLEvo (or anyone else that knows..) I’m still considering whether to get a BV6000 so I don’t have to have my iPhone on the bars... but a deciding factor for me is can I still use my Apple Watch for Smart HR with android?

No sorry.. You cannot use the Apple Watch with Android..
The only way for Android is to buy a heart belt..

 

[Maastricht]

@PaoloBLEvo (or anyone else that knows..) I’m still considering whether to get a BV6000 so I don’t have to have my iPhone on the bars... but a deciding factor for me is can I still use my Apple Watch for Smart HR with android?

Hi Stumpy, just from pure interest why would you like to keep the HR signal from your Apple watch? Just because you don't like to wear a heart belt? I am now in the same process. I just ordered the BV6000 (only to run the BLEvo android version I will not use it as a phone) as I am addicted to my iphone just like you.

But I was so impressed with all the Android BLEvo features that I decided to buy the BV6000 especially for that usage. I also don't need to mount a powerbank for my iphone on the bike anymore.

I expect the BV6000 within 1-2 weeks. If you like I can share my experience in comparison to the iphone and ios app.

 

[Dee Scee]

Hi Stumpy, just from pure interest why would you like to keep the HR signal from your Apple watch? Just because you don't like to wear a heart belt? I am now in the same process. I just ordered the BV6000 (only to run the BLEvo android version I will not use it as a phone) as I am addicted to my iphone just like you.

But I was so impressed with all the Android BLEvo features that I decided to buy the BV6000 especially for that usage. I also don't need to mount a powerbank for my iphone on the bike anymore.

I expect the BV6000 within 1-2 weeks. If you like I can share my experience in comparison to the iphone and ios app.

i’m doing the same. i got the gub mount and the bv6000s. it’s working great and i can keep my precious iphone off my bars! i use a polar chest strap and it syncs just like it should. also, polar beat app uploads rides to strava very well. and the cardio data is excellent. and it gives good distance, speed, elevation data also! (just not cadence) the challenge i’m having is using the map function to navigate on the trail. i just get a blank background. i did just manage to import a .gpx from blevo into blevo though! so, i’m making progress...

 

[Dee Scee]

any suggestions on the best way to restore factory settings on a 2017 levo before taking the bike in for service? should i use mission control? or is there a manual reset i can do?

 

[Dee Scee]

@PaoloBLEvo (or anyone else that knows..) I’m still considering whether to get a BV6000 so I don’t have to have my iPhone on the bars... but a deciding factor for me is can I still use my Apple Watch for Smart HR with android?

also, i figured it’s good to have a safety, so i bought these silicone bands to double secure the bv6000s to the mount. they work pretty well. not perfect, but may save it if the gun comes loose... they stretch over the corners.

 

[Dee Scee]

@PaoloBLEvo (or anyone else that knows..) I’m still considering whether to get a BV6000 so I don’t have to have my iPhone on the bars... but a deciding factor for me is can I still use my Apple Watch for Smart HR with android?

also - regarding the bv6000 or an android device for BLEvo:
the biggest downside is that it is an android device. everything on my iPhone works better. it's kind of a project trying to get an android device to work and do basic things. for instance, it takes a long time to reboot through a re-start, but it has to be restarted almost everyday to connect to wifi or get unstuck or whatever the thing gets mad at. thank god for apple!
the bv600s does seem like an ironclad little piece though. seems super tough.

 

[PaoloBLEvo]

i’m doing the same. i got the gub mount and the bv6000s. it’s working great and i can keep my precious iphone off my bars! i use a polar chest strap and it syncs just like it should. also, polar beat app uploads rides to strava very well. and the cardio data is excellent. and it gives good distance, speed, elevation data also! (just not cadence) the challenge i’m having is using the map function to navigate on the trail. i just get a blank background. i did just manage to import a .gpx from blevo into blevo though! so, i’m making progress...

I think your cadence data are missing due to you are using the fake channel.. please remove this and try again..
Let me know.

 

[Dee Scee]

I think your cadence data are missing due to you are using the fake channel.. please remove this and try again..
Let me know.

hi paolo! BLEvo is recording my cadence perfectly. i was saying that the polar beat app doesn’t do cadence.

 

[Stumpy]

Hi Stumpy, just from pure interest why would you like to keep the HR signal from your Apple watch? Just because you don't like to wear a heart belt? I am now in the same process. I just ordered the BV6000 (only to run the BLEvo android version I will not use it as a phone) as I am addicted to my iphone just like you.

But I was so impressed with all the Android BLEvo features that I decided to buy the BV6000 especially for that usage. I also don't need to mount a powerbank for my iphone on the bike anymore.

I expect the BV6000 within 1-2 weeks. If you like I can share my experience in comparison to the iphone and ios app.

Thanks - yes please.

I’ll be wearing my watch anyway so if it could have been used for HR (with Android) it would save getting a separate HR monitor

 

[n0de]

A user has connection problem after upgrading Android to version 9.
Is there someone that has Android 9 and he is able to connect to the bike?
Let me know, thanks.

I was able to connect only after I wiped the data and cache of the system 'Bluetooth' app. (tl 2019 bike)

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

The new TCU will have a unique Bluetooth pairing code (pincode). To pair the TCU display with the Mission Control app, the pincode located on the bottom of the TCU display must be entered in the app (the display must be removed from the frame to see it).

Also, on your phone you should first remove the old Turbo Levo from Bluetooth device list before you can pair with new TCU.

Good luck.

Hi,
I am already aware of what you have stated above and have the new TCU’s 6 digit code. I had already removed the old Turbo Levo from the Bluetooth device as well.

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

Ok, so I downloaded the Mission Control App in an attempt to connect to my 2019 Levo as currently I cannot connect to it using Blevo......

I took the following screenshots of the connection process with Mission Control. As you can see on the third and fourth screenshot as soon as I put the 6 digit number in and press OK (third screenshot)

It instantly disconnects (fourth screenshot)

So it looks like the new TCU ‘may’ be the issue here?

Please Note: I am using the correct new TCU number which is on a sticker on the side of the physical TCU.
I have also removed any historic TCU devices from my phones Bluetooth settings.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Ok, so I downloaded the Mission Control App in an attempt to connect to my 2019 Levo as currently I cannot connect to it using Blevo......

I took the following screenshots of the connection process with Mission Control. As you can see on the third and fourth screenshot as soon as I put the 6 digit number in and press OK (third screenshot)

It instantly disconnects (fourth screenshot)

So it looks like the new TCU ‘may’ be the issue here?

Please Note: I am using the correct new TCU number which is on a sticker on the side of the physical TCU.
I have also removed any historic TCU devices from my phones Bluetooth settings.


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I have the exact issue as you Kiwi, it keeps disconnecting from Mission Control (and BLEvo). I'm not on the new TCU. I thought it was likely my TCU and was going to see if it could be replaced.

This same issue happens on iOS and Android.

 

[ccrdave]

sounds like their security protocols have a few bugs!!!

 

[Maastricht]

Maybe this post can help?

Levo Turbo 2019 - Android Pie (v9) - EMTB Forums

where "Wiping the Bluetooth system app data and cache worked"?

Sorry, I am not an Android user yet but maybe this helps?

 

[PaoloBLEvo]

I have the exact issue as you Kiwi, it keeps disconnecting from Mission Control (and BLEvo). I'm not on the new TCU. I thought it was likely my TCU and was going to see if it could be replaced.

This same issue happens on iOS and Android.

@Rob and @Kiwi, let me know what your delear will say/do.. thank.. this is very important for my "support procedure" in order to propose a solution to the guy with the same problem.
Thanks

 

[PaulG]

Does anybody know how to calculate the % assistance to configure so that the Levo is on an equal footing compared to a conventional MTB? I expect the riders weight has to be factored in.

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

I have the exact issue as you Kiwi, it keeps disconnecting from Mission Control (and BLEvo). I'm not on the new TCU. I thought it was likely my TCU and was going to see if it could be replaced.

This same issue happens on iOS and Android.

Hi Rob,
I think my issue may be slightly different, My problem is unfortunately not even not intermittent.
I have not been able to connect to the bike since Berkshire changed it late December.
It is not an issue as the bike is doing its thing, I just can’t tinker with any settings and you know me, I am a tinkerer

I have raised it today with Berkshire and they are going to contact Specialized to progress further.

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

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Does anybody know how to calculate the % assistance to configure so that the Levo is on an equal footing compared to a conventional MTB? I expect the riders weight has to be factored in.

Riders weight and also the riders fitness level.

Also the make of the actual ebike and the assistance it outputs. Some are 300% some are over 400% so all this needs to be considered.

I think you will have to do a bit of experimenting to be honest as I sometimes need to change from Eco set to 10% 30% to Trail 25% 50% as some of the non ebike riders I ride with are really fit.
However, some non ebike riders I ride with Eco set to 10% 30% is way too much.

 

[Maastricht]

Hi Rob,
I think my issue may be slightly different, My problem is unfortunately not even not intermittent.
I have not been able to connect to the bike since Berkshire changed it late December.
It is not an issue as the bike is doing its thing, I just can’t tinker with any settings and you know me, I am a tinkerer

I have raised it today with Berkshire and they are going to contact Specialized to progress further.

Hi Kiwi,

Did you check my last post above too?

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

Hi Kiwi,

Did you check my last post above too?

Hi Masstricht,

Yes, I tried that as well but it did not resolve the issue. However thanks for letting me know as it was another thing to try to

 

[PaoloBLEvo]

I just released version 3.3.3 of BLEvo for Android. I added the ability to add a Waypoint while recording the ride (button at the top left of the screenshot). This allows you to share a recorded GPX file with a friend, who can follow it with the addition of information that was created during the lap recording. Or it can be used to redo the same ride and remember critical points of the route.

Here are all the news:
- Now you can not view the statistical data during the tour
- Removed "Pause tour" button useless
- Now if you click on the screen, the map is displayed directly
- Now you can add a way point to the GPX track you are recording
- Bugfix: Adjacent Waypoints
- Bugfix: crash on Android prior to Lollipop

Enjoy your ride.

 

[Maastricht]

Hi Masstricht,

Yes, I tried that as well but it did not resolve the issue. However thanks for letting me know as it was another thing to try to

No thanks, but it is also due to own interest as I will receive andriod BV6000 soon where my Levo 2019 is currently connected to my iphone. So I am wondering if it will all work out. Will post when I succeed but that will take I guess one week more as the BV6000 is now at customs.